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Monday, August 18, 2008

Placemats

I used to give a class on placemats to introduce people to piecing quilt blocks. I always liked the style of this one with a strap for the napkin and a pocket for the silverware. I think I got the idea for it from some picnic placemats that I had seen. You prepare each one with the napkin and silverware and then roll them up to put in the picnic basket.

I'm headed out for a walk this morning. It is time to add exercise to my quest for losing a few pounds. I have that 50th class reunion at the end of next month that I need to feel good at.
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10 comments:

  1. PattieAugust 18, 2008 at 8:58 AM

    Wanda -

    Those are darling, and they look like something even I could handle. ;-)

    You've just given me an idea for Christmas gifts!

    Hope you had a wonderful walk!

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  2. AnonymousAugust 18, 2008 at 10:25 AM

    I agree with Pattie~

    Something I could handle and a great idea for gifting.

    Had never seen a pocket for utensils on a placemat.

    J~MT

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  3. AnonymousAugust 18, 2008 at 11:25 AM

    What a cute idea. Thanks for sharing.

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  4. CathiAugust 18, 2008 at 12:57 PM

    These are an absolutely super idea! Definite Christmas gift possibilities!!! Thank you!!

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  5. SunnyAugust 18, 2008 at 3:30 PM

    Those are really neato. What a great idea for practicing blocks. Now I know some of the placemats I am going to work on for my table. Thanks!

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  6. AnonymousAugust 18, 2008 at 4:08 PM

    Those are way cool, Wanda.
    I can see making a few for myself.
    It would be perfect for our quilter's potluck as we provide our own tableware.

    Thanks for the brain tickle.
    Vicky F

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  7. SharonAugust 18, 2008 at 10:51 PM

    "Brain-tickle"! That's a great one, Vickie F!
    What a great placemat, Wanda! And what super fabric for a placemat! I've made lots of placemats over the years, and it's time to make some more. This one has got me thinking! oooo, could be dangerous!

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  8. jovaliquiltsAugust 18, 2008 at 11:13 PM

    Very cute idea -- I once had placemats with pockets that I thought were adorable, but I've never seen the napkin holder idea. I love that red and purple fabric.

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  9. StitchinByTheLakeAugust 19, 2008 at 8:12 AM

    I love this style too but have never made any. Have you thought about putting a tutorial on how to make them on your blog? I'd love to see it. blessings, marlene

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  10. jacquieAugust 20, 2008 at 9:38 AM

    i've been thinking about doing some placemats for christmas gifts too...this is such a good idea to make them special.

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