Part 1 of 2
Is my virtual sewing mentor, Nancy Zieman, following my blog posts and copying my projects? Not likely, but, creative minds must track on the same wave lengths or something because, the same day I posted my patchwork place mat tutorial, she posted a clever method of quilting a place mat.
Nancy’s video clip was so helpful, I just had to show it here. I’m calling this post “Part 1″ because, in “Part 2″, I’m going to show you a nifty way to make and apply the binding for the place mats that are featured in Nancy’s video clip.
Nancy’s Tips Summarized:
- Cut 2 fabric layers and 1 batting layer 20″ x 14″.
- Use chalk to mark bias lines on placemat.
- Pin layers together.
- Stitch along one marked bias line. Turn the placemat 1/4 turn, stitch along next marked bias line. Repeat until all marked lines are sewn.
- Trim placemat to desired size.
- Use your favorite binding technique to apply binding around edges.
(The binding of the place mats is where I come in! Keep a look out for Place Mat Love Part 2 of 2! The binding method I’m going to share works great on quilts, too!)
Let’s Get Sewing!
Jenny Gabriel – alter ego: StitchinJenny
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