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How To Sew Scrappy Placemats + GIVEAWAY

September 22, 2015 by AllFreeSewing 192 Comments

National Sewing Month 2015

Today’s National Sewing Month Project is brought to you by Anorina Morris from SameliasMum.

If you are looking for a quick sewing project, or something to spruce up the home, these Scrappy Placemats are the perfect project for you.  Placemats are great due to their manageable size, and make great pieces to practice new techniques on.  You’ll be amazed at how quickly a placemat comes together, and before you know it, you’ll have a finished set.  Think about all the possibilites:  placemats for every holiday and season, special occasion and don’t forget that they make great gifts.  


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Scrappy Quilted Placemats

Pattern by Anorina Morris
www.sameliasmum.com

Finished size = 12″ x 15″

Materials:

  • * Mixed strips for the wonky feature piece
  • (4) solid fabric pieces for the borders (the size of these will be dependent on the wonky piece). 2 of these solid pieces should be the width of the placemat.
  • (1) 13″ x 16″ piece of batting (this is an approximate size and can be made to suit your personal preferences)
  • (1) 13″ x 16″ backing fabric (I used a flannel print which I think works best)
  • 3 1/2″ x WOF for binding
  • Sewing Machine with neutral cotton thread
  • Rotary cutter, ruler and mat
  • Frixion or marking pen (optional)
  • Basting spray (optional)

* The fabric used in my wonky feature is called Extravaganza by Lila Tueller for Riley Blake Designs.

Method:

  1. Cut a number of strips in varying widths and lengths.
  • Width – Between 3/4″ to 2″
  • Length – Between 4″ to 11″
  1. Place the backing piece on a flat surface with the wrong side facing up. Align and place the batting on top. Use a little basting spray to hold these pieces together.
  1. Decide on where the feature piece will be positioned. Choose the first 2 strips, put them together with right sides facing. Line up a raw long edge and place them on top of the batting.
  1. Begin at the top of the aligned strip edge and sew a seam. This will go through the 2 strips, batting and backing fabrics. Cut the thread, flip the top strip over so that the right side is now facing upwards. Quilt straight lines along both strips.
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  1. Choose another strip and line it up along a raw edge of the previous strips. Sew the seam, flip and quilt. Continue doing this until you’re pleased with the feature piece. It can be as small or as large as you would like (image below – left).
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  1. Use your ruler and marking tool to draw straight lines where you would like the bordering solid fabric to go. This is an optional step, but it will be helpful to get straighter borders and to ensure that there are no raw edges from the feature piece showing (image above – right).
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  1. Place the first border piece face on one side of the feature. Use the drawn line as a guide. Ensure the side border piece is wide enough, that when flipped, it will reach the edge of the batting. Sew the seam, flip and quilt (image above – left).
  2. Repeat the above step to add the 3 remaining borders. Once all borders have been quilted, trim down the placemat to 12″ x 15″ (approximately).

Binding

From the binding print fabric, cut (2) 1 3/4″ x WOF. Join the binding strips together end to end with 45-degree seams, then trim the seams and press them open.

Starting about halfway along one side of the placemat and leaving a tail for joining, sew the binding to the right side, mitring the corners as you go. Stop approximately 6” from the starting point, join the ends neatly with a 45-degree seam, trim the surplus and finish sewing the binding to the placemat.

Turn the placemat to the back, turn the raw edges under and slip-stitch the binding in place along the seam-line.

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If you liked my pattern and use it to create your own Scrappy Quilted Placemats, I would love to see your creations. Please email a picture to sameliasmum@gmail.com or tag me on social media with my handle @SameliasMum or hashtag #SameliasMum.  Wishing you happy scrappy sewing,

Anorina  🙂

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Comments

  1. Pam says

    September 22, 2015 at 12:40 am

    I like sewing Christmas gifts.

    Reply
  2. Kathy E. says

    September 22, 2015 at 1:52 am

    I get excited sewing for summer time. I like making garden flags, placemats for outdoor eating, and garments for hot weather!

    Reply
  3. Diane says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:40 am

    Fall is my favorite time to sew, especially for Halloween and Thanksgiving.

    Reply
  4. Christina Gonzalez says

    September 22, 2015 at 4:13 am

    I am excited year round to sew with all the new patterns coming out everyday.

    Reply
  5. Dawn Jones says

    September 22, 2015 at 4:26 am

    I enjoy sewing for summer. Have a great day.

    Reply
  6. Chris says

    September 22, 2015 at 4:40 am

    I like sewing for Spring because the colors are so bright and cheery. That said you do see a lot of great colors for Christmas these days not just red and green.

    Reply
  7. Claire Ross says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:57 am

    I like sewing for summer – dresses, skirts , tops in lovely cotton florals. X

    Reply
  8. Joann says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:43 am

    I don’t get excited sewing for a particular season to be honest. I sew things that inspire me for every season and for all the holidays. The placemats are nice, thank you for sharing the tutorial.

    Reply
  9. Rebecca says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:56 am

    summer

    Reply
  10. Loretta Maines says

    September 22, 2015 at 9:29 am

    There is always a new way to be creative with sewing.

    Reply
  11. Kim H says

    September 22, 2015 at 11:40 am

    CHRISTMAS! <3 The more stuff I can make and give as gifts the happier I am! Of course, I still make and give all year, but Christmas is the perfect excuse to go out and build my stash and give so much more 🙂

    Reply
  12. Lee says

    September 22, 2015 at 11:46 am

    I love the autumn season – cooler weather and fun holidays with little stress – like Halloween and Thanksgiving!

    Reply
  13. Karen A says

    September 22, 2015 at 12:03 pm

    I love making quilted gifts year round, but I really have fun with Christmas because I am often making multiple smaller items. Great just to get projects done and not added to my UFO pile!

    Reply
  14. Mary Kay Michaels says

    September 22, 2015 at 12:05 pm

    I love sewing for Christmas because not only can I sew for myself (home decorations, clothing’ linens) but I can make gifts for others.

    Reply
  15. Renea says

    September 22, 2015 at 12:23 pm

    I love Fall. The cooler days and nights, the colors and the smells are some of the favorite things about Fall. Thanks for the great giveaway.

    Reply
  16. Deby at So Sew Easy says

    September 22, 2015 at 12:47 pm

    I love to sew for Christmas, lots of smaller projects that make great Stocking Stuffers.

    Reply
  17. Loraine says

    September 22, 2015 at 12:50 pm

    Winter because I have more time and with all the cold and snow, it keeps me preoccupied.:)

    Reply
  18. Doris McCarty says

    September 22, 2015 at 1:11 pm

    I like sewing in the fall. I have more time after the kids return to school.
    Dmac5958ataoldotcom

    Reply
  19. Cheryl K says

    September 22, 2015 at 1:13 pm

    I love to sew year round — no season in particular!

    Reply
  20. Barbara Bailey says

    September 22, 2015 at 1:25 pm

    Valentines and Christmas! Married on Valentines Day and I love everything about Christmas!

    Reply
  21. Elizabeth Stine says

    September 22, 2015 at 1:27 pm

    All year long I have grandchildren and they love anything I make for them they keep me busy, it is nana can you make this and I always try

    Reply
  22. Sarah J. says

    September 22, 2015 at 1:35 pm

    I like sewing for summer- usually the fabrics are fun and cheerful and sewing sundresses for my little girl is a quick project that I (usually)get to see her in again and again. Although it isn’t a season- my favorite quilting is for new babies!

    Reply
  23. amy says

    September 22, 2015 at 1:48 pm

    All seasons are opportunities to create beautiful things but I guess Christmas is my favorite time to give gifts I have made.

    Reply
  24. Glynda says

    September 22, 2015 at 1:48 pm

    I like sewing Christmas gifts, but also in summer and fall for family birthdays.

    Reply
  25. Natalie says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:07 pm

    My favorite time/season to sew for, hands down, is Christmas!

    Reply
  26. Willy says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:17 pm

    I love sewing in the fall and winter–cosy, close to a warm wood heater.

    Reply
  27. Sandie G says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:19 pm

    I sew all year long making Christmas quilts. I give to my family a couple quilts a year. Love the placemats!

    Reply
  28. Lisa says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:24 pm

    Spring, Summer, and Fall.

    Reply
  29. Wanda W says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:27 pm

    Christmas … Christmas … Christmas …… I just love everything Christmas. Family, food, drinks, gatherings & sewing, sewing and Quilting

    Reply
  30. Janie says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:44 pm

    It is fall for me. Love the place mats. Thank you for the tutorial.

    Reply
  31. Barbie says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:45 pm

    Like to sewing anytime…when the mood hits me. But I do more sewing for Christmas.

    Reply
  32. Joy Candrian says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:46 pm

    My favorite seasons to sew are a toss-up, I love sewing summer clothing & during the fall I love sewing Halloween Costumes.

    Reply
  33. Nelda McKenzie says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:46 pm

    I make all my Christmas gifts. I usually buy baskets at thrift stores and put together a basket for everyone but this year because of all the cute fabric baskets I have seen in these emails I am going to put everything in a fabric basket. This works for both men, woman, and children. Who doesn’t love to open a gift and find a multitude of gifts inside? I will be making several different gifts from these emails as well as the basket to put them in. Thank you for all the work you do to get all these wonderful crafts into each of our emails.

    Reply
  34. Lee Taylor says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:48 pm

    Living in New England with the long harsh winters, I get most excited for Spring!

    Reply
  35. Carmen says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:52 pm

    I like to sew for spring ,summer, fall.I have to admit I buy my warm sweater and not make them. Winter is when I finish my ufos .

    Reply
  36. Charlotte says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:56 pm

    I sew alot for Christmas but my favorite holiday to sew for is 4th of July. I just love thinking of and sewing things that are red white and blue with eagles and stars and things patriotic.

    Reply
  37. Diana Ruby says

    September 22, 2015 at 2:58 pm

    Halloween! (I know it’s not a season, but it could be!)

    Reply
  38. Judy says

    September 22, 2015 at 3:01 pm

    Fall & Christmas .. I like to sew quilts and it’s nicer in cool weather

    Reply
  39. Donna Lee says

    September 22, 2015 at 3:03 pm

    I enjoy sewing for summer more than any other season, probably because we have 6 months of summer where I live! I like bright prints and pale pastels that are just right for hot weather.

    Reply
  40. La Vonne says

    September 22, 2015 at 3:09 pm

    I love sewing in the Fall. Starts with a new coat and then everything Halloween.

    Reply
  41. Pamela Thibodeau says

    September 22, 2015 at 3:17 pm

    I get excited to sew every day. I sew more often before Christmas.

    Reply
  42. Gayla Walden says

    September 22, 2015 at 3:17 pm

    Spring, I can sew all year round for spring. Renewal of life, like babies!

    Reply
  43. Rita Long says

    September 22, 2015 at 3:26 pm

    I get a new start in the fall.

    Reply
  44. Mom C says

    September 22, 2015 at 3:33 pm

    I like to sew for Christmas. Not necessarily Christmas themed things, but gifts. This year though, I did a lot of sewing in May and June, it was rather incredible. Thanks.

    Reply
  45. Cheryl Elinsky says

    September 22, 2015 at 3:39 pm

    Cosplay season is the time I like to sew. So that means all year….lol

    Reply
  46. Nina says

    September 22, 2015 at 3:47 pm

    My favorite Christmas. I start decorating right after Thanksgiving. Each year I try to add one more small
    decoration. For next year. I’m going to start early & make a Christmas table runner. If that turns out the
    way I hope, then I’ll do one for my daughter & son ! Thanks for chance to win the gift pack.

    Reply
  47. Erica says

    September 22, 2015 at 3:51 pm

    I get the sewing bug every autumn.

    Reply
  48. Bev Loux says

    September 22, 2015 at 3:54 pm

    I love to make gifts for Christmas

    Reply
  49. LINDA says

    September 22, 2015 at 3:56 pm

    LOVE SEWING FOR CHRISTMAS GIFTS!
    THANKS FOR SHARING!

    Reply
  50. Cathleen says

    September 22, 2015 at 4:07 pm

    Fall…The kids head back to school and I can get some things done!

    Reply
  51. Lori Morton says

    September 22, 2015 at 4:14 pm

    Love sewing Christmas gifts…tho rest of year is great for Birthday gifts, & “just because” surprises too! 🙂

    Reply
  52. Bonnie Wells says

    September 22, 2015 at 4:21 pm

    I love quilting and am new at it lol. Got my sewing machine about a year ago. I like Christmas cause I can make presents 🙂

    Reply
  53. Anca says

    September 22, 2015 at 4:24 pm

    Fall is my favorite season for sewing as I have enough time to make my Christmas projects come true!

    Reply
  54. Rebecca H says

    September 22, 2015 at 4:46 pm

    after a long hot summer, I like sewing for fall. what a great placemat!

    Reply
  55. Nancy says

    September 22, 2015 at 4:56 pm

    I love sewing for summer, because I love summery clothes for my granddaughter.

    Reply
  56. Gail Beam says

    September 22, 2015 at 5:14 pm

    I usually only make things for my grandchildren and family and any season or holiday is sewing time if they request I try and make something for them.

    Reply
  57. Nancy Bowers says

    September 22, 2015 at 5:14 pm

    I love to start my quilts (or quilt projects) in the spring with all of the beautiful light and airy fabrics. Next to that, Christmas items start showing up in magazines and quilt shops and I can’t wait to get started on something to lift someone’s spirits. These days, with all of the access to quilting supplies, I get excited with all four of the seasons!! My family members can’t wait to see what’s coming next.

    Reply
  58. Delaine says

    September 22, 2015 at 5:21 pm

    I love sewing for Christmas – decoration, gifts, anything to do with Christmas and/or Christmas fabrics. Thanks!

    Reply
  59. Heidi Kirsch says

    September 22, 2015 at 5:44 pm

    I’ve never considered it before but I’m thinking Fall. Spring and summer here in the South is just not a place to stay fixed indoors. But once the leaves start changing, its time for nesting and sewing.

    Reply
  60. Brittany Dunyan says

    September 22, 2015 at 5:51 pm

    Fall and winter are my fave! It gives me something to do on chilly days.

    Reply
  61. Ruth Hurley says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:07 pm

    I love to sew all the time but probably Christmas gifts are my favorite. Thanks for the placemat pattern. It could be adapted for all seasons and holidays based on the fabrics chosen. Love it!

    Reply
  62. Annette says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:08 pm

    I enjoy sewing for any season that has a holiday 🙂

    Reply
  63. Kathleen says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:10 pm

    I love sewing for the fall season. There is nothing better than matching the seasonal colors to something you just freshly made.

    Reply
  64. Yvonne lacome says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:17 pm

    Spring!

    Reply
  65. Carla S says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:19 pm

    I like spring the most. I like being able to plant seeds and seeing all the bulb flowers.

    Reply
  66. Bonnie Lindgren says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:21 pm

    Love this way to use favorite fabrics from another project. Will be a great Christmas gift.

    Reply
  67. Shelly says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:22 pm

    I love seeing for Christmas gifts! Love making things for my family that are functional and last long!

    Reply
  68. Lisa says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:24 pm

    I love to make Christmas gifts! And gifts for new babies!

    Reply
  69. Gerry Corbett says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:24 pm

    I like all seasons. Since I am a quilt beginner I am looking for patterns and tips that will help me to become a better quilter and sewer. Thank you for your patterns and tips.
    Gerry

    Reply
  70. kim schmittendorf says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:27 pm

    I most enjoy getting ready for vacation! We attend a medieval re-enactment every year and I get to sew new garb!

    Reply
  71. Maryellen says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:29 pm

    If I had to choose one season, I would have to say Winter as I am inside more which allows me more time to sew as well as the excitement of sewing items for gifts for others. I am in the process of teaching my children how to sew as well. Their excitement to sew is contagious and makes me very happy!

    Reply
  72. Ellen Varner-Fisher says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:29 pm

    It doesn’t matter what holiday or season it is. I love it all…I love sewing, crocheting and knitting, and do all 3 of them all year round. I make a lot of things, and give them away to family and friends as gifts. That seriously cuts my gift giving costs down to almost nothing. The gift receivers are happy, and I am happy, and my bank is happy. LOL

    Reply
  73. Loretta says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:33 pm

    Although I enjoy quilting all seasons; I most enjoy spring time sewing because tome spring is the beginning of a new year.

    Reply
  74. Loretta says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:34 pm

    Although I enjoy quilting for all seasons; I most enjoy quilting for spring time because it is the beginning of a new year in my book of life.

    Reply
  75. Rene McConnehey says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:36 pm

    If I am making a gift that is the best season to be in. Gift-giving season. Usually ends up being Christmas season. With extra opportunities during Birthday season or Baby Shower season,.

    Reply
  76. Ann says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:36 pm

    I like the scrappy place mat idea. I am thinking about making these for my daughter for Christmas this year. Thanks for the idea.

    Reply
  77. Geri Liberatore says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:41 pm

    I Love sewing Christmas items. I usually sew quilt as you go Christmas fabrics onto the batting for the backing and then do the quilt top stitch and flip method. Love, love, love QAYG!!

    Reply
  78. Jess says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:43 pm

    I love sewing fall into winter

    Reply
  79. Melissa Spencer says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:44 pm

    I love sewing for Christmas. …it’s great to give the finished projects away!

    Reply
  80. Liz jalbert says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:45 pm

    Fall colors are always my favorite, so fall, but I use the colors year round!

    Reply
  81. Nancy Daywitt says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:49 pm

    It is calming, creative,and settling with endless possibilities which challenges. I have a “love” product for one of my 10 grand daughters (which includes 3 pair of twins) Quilting keeps me mentally active and the end creation is something which gives an expression of love to family.

    Reply
  82. Amanda Gage says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:49 pm

    Fall, love some sweatshirts and hoodies and taking old jeans and ripping them apart to make new ones by inserting fabric and such then giving them to my 8yr old niece. 🙂

    Reply
  83. Joan King says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:51 pm

    I love doing it all for Christmas! My time of year.

    Reply
  84. Nancy Daywitt says

    September 22, 2015 at 6:56 pm

    Every season! I can create independently whenever I want!

    Reply
  85. Sandi Schultz says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:00 pm

    I love the fall because I know that the holidays are coming and I start creating gifts for my loved ones!

    Reply
  86. Angela Moore says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:04 pm

    I am a crafter but have never used a sewing machine and would love the opportunity to own one of my own. 🙂

    Reply
  87. Marta says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:11 pm

    Just what I needed! A quick & EZ placemat pattern that can be adapted for any holiday or season!

    Reply
  88. Saxony says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:14 pm

    Super exited for Halloween costume sewing!

    Reply
  89. silvya mihaylova says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:24 pm

    CHRISTMAS!

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  90. Amanda says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:26 pm

    I love sewing for fall and winter! I get very excited about all the lush fabrics for sewing clothes for fall and winter!

    Reply
  91. Mary says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:26 pm

    Fall-Making a wedding quilt for my son and his fiance for their fall wedding!!!

    Reply
  92. Cindy Stringer says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:27 pm

    EVERY season is my favorite when it comes to sewing!

    Reply
  93. Mimi says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:32 pm

    Christmas is m favorite because of the memories that accompany the sewing.

    Reply
  94. Jessika says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:35 pm

    I love sewing for summer, I’m a crocheter and knitter too so I like yarn projects for colder months and sewing projects for warmer months. And holidays.

    Reply
  95. Nannette Cintron says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:38 pm

    Love to sew for Christmas.

    Reply
  96. Nonie Johnson says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:38 pm

    Since I believe that Jesus is the Reason for the Season-The month before Christmas is the time that I am busy getting Christmas gifts for my family and for others done. It is an exciting time after we give Thanks for all we have at Thanksgiving and then time to look forward to Christmas. It is a joy to work on crafts and baking for the Christmas Season.

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  97. Shirley E. says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:48 pm

    I love sewing spring into summer clothes! That’s the most exciting. My practical side likes sewing quilts for winter. I guess I can be happy any season. Thanks for the chance at goodies.

    Reply
  98. Ellen Hunt says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:49 pm

    I am 67 years old and I have always wanted to learn to quilt. The last time I sewed anything was the obligatory apron in my Home Ec class in 1963!
    I have a friend who does sewing classes for children and she is taking me on and we are going to begin with a placemat.
    Very excited and so looking forward to getting hooked on sewing and quilting.
    So, what is my favority season……………at this point in time ALL OF THEM 🙂 !

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  99. Karen says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:53 pm

    People like to decorate for all seasons, so I try to accommodate them will all kinds of seasonal table runners, placemats, etc. I also love making all loved ones a quilt to remember me by.

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  100. Karen says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:54 pm

    All seasons and quilts for loved ones.

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  101. Ellen says

    September 22, 2015 at 8:06 pm

    Absolutely Christmas. I love sewing for Christmas!

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  102. Linda says

    September 22, 2015 at 8:20 pm

    I love these. So easy to make and use up my scraps

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  103. Quilting Tangent says

    September 22, 2015 at 8:22 pm

    The Fall, colder temps want you to snuggle under the quilts.

    Reply
  104. Diane Finn says

    September 22, 2015 at 8:24 pm

    Fall. I love the crisp air , shorts and sweatshirt season, the colors!!, football 🙂

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  105. Sandy K says

    September 22, 2015 at 8:26 pm

    I like sewing for Spring. Lots of bright colors.

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  106. Dane says

    September 22, 2015 at 8:28 pm

    I love to sew for each season and I get really excited as the next season approaches. Each season brings a change so it never gets boring.

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  107. Vicki H says

    September 22, 2015 at 8:30 pm

    I don’t do very much seasonal sewing but I tend to sew more in the winter,

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  108. Glennda says

    September 22, 2015 at 8:38 pm

    I have a new grand baby ,so I enjoy making baby clothes.
    I also enjoy giving handmade gifts.

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  109. Allison Jones says

    September 22, 2015 at 8:46 pm

    Fall because it is cool enough to enjoy touching fabric but not so cold that you want to wrap yourself in them

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  110. Elaine Roberge says

    September 22, 2015 at 8:50 pm

    I absolutely love sewing in the Fall and Winter and Spring. Summer is too busy with outdoor activities that eat up my free time; and the children are home from school all day.

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  111. Erica Y says

    September 22, 2015 at 8:56 pm

    Winter!! To keep me warm 🙂

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  112. Lalle says

    September 22, 2015 at 9:04 pm

    I’m new to quilting, but love to sew. With very little free time, machine quilting looks like a winner! Can’t wait to try this!

    Reply
  113. Kolleen Kuebler says

    September 22, 2015 at 9:09 pm

    I love to sew for all seasons but I find myself in my sewing room more from fall through spring.

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  114. Tana says

    September 22, 2015 at 9:16 pm

    I like sewing for winter, Christmas gifts.

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  115. Allison CB says

    September 22, 2015 at 9:18 pm

    I love sewing for Christmas – so much variety!

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  116. Cindy says

    September 22, 2015 at 9:20 pm

    I quilt and sew all year, but I think late fall and winter are my favorites – no yardwork distracting me, comfort food cooking in the Crock Pot, and maybe even some nice music filling the house.

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  117. Miriam Remington says

    September 22, 2015 at 9:20 pm

    When my children were small I would sew them new pajamas every year for Christmas.

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  118. Linda Webster says

    September 22, 2015 at 9:21 pm

    I love sewing for Christmas and I work on my Christmas projects all year long.

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  119. Maggie says

    September 22, 2015 at 9:37 pm

    Summer! Because I suck at sewing, but I love doing it. Tank tops are way easier than…well, anything with sleeves.

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  120. anita waldron says

    September 22, 2015 at 9:39 pm

    I love sewing for Christmas. I can make gifts for everyone without a large monetary investment.

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  121. Beechbaby says

    September 22, 2015 at 9:42 pm

    I love these!

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  122. Mary Ellen says

    September 22, 2015 at 9:43 pm

    I always get excited about sewing, especially when I bring home brand, new FABRIC!!!

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  123. Cheryl McIntosh says

    September 22, 2015 at 9:55 pm

    Love this idea great for any season. I have lots of Christmas material and would love to make these as gifts.

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  124. linda storey says

    September 22, 2015 at 10:02 pm

    Love the easiness of your patterns. They look like they are something you would spend hours doing

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  125. knittingdancer says

    September 22, 2015 at 10:12 pm

    I like to sew projects foe Easter. I can remember my mother sewing new Easter dresses for my 2 sisters and myself every year when we were kids.

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  126. Diane Pfile says

    September 22, 2015 at 10:15 pm

    My favorite season would begin with “Fall” when I fall into making Halloween costumes for my grandkids then “fall” into giving thanks for all I am blessed with at Thanksgiving making table runners and placemats for friends and family. Finally, I “fall” into Christmas giving gifts of warmth by making quilts for those I love.

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  127. anna says

    September 22, 2015 at 10:18 pm

    I love winter, seeing the snow coming down and I am nice and warm in my sewing room.

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  128. jane says

    September 22, 2015 at 10:20 pm

    I. Love to sew all year long. I have made quilts for family and friends. Now sewing for myself, bags and more bags.

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  129. Judy Clark says

    September 22, 2015 at 10:22 pm

    I love sewing aprons and quilts for babies, for gifts for friends and family

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  130. Wendy Scott says

    September 22, 2015 at 10:26 pm

    I love to sew for Christmas.

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  131. Quilting Tangent says

    September 22, 2015 at 10:40 pm

    Fall, you want to snuggle in your quilts.

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  132. ChrisK says

    September 22, 2015 at 11:01 pm

    Favorite season for sewinng for m is Fall, I love the season and the new fabris and pattern and style lines that burst on the scene, and I seque right into early Christmas present list too!

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  133. Joan W says

    September 22, 2015 at 11:14 pm

    I sew all year and don’t really have a favorite season for sewing, but I will often do extra projects for Christmas decorations or gifts so I guess that would have to be my answer. Thanks for the pattern.

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  134. Cassi F says

    September 22, 2015 at 11:32 pm

    Fall! Anything blanket-y

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  135. Louise says

    September 22, 2015 at 11:43 pm

    I like sewing for any occasion but I loved making maternity clothes and then using the leftover to make something for the baby.

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  136. Sherree says

    September 22, 2015 at 11:44 pm

    I started learning to quilt right before the Christmas season, so this has become my favorite time of the year. I look forward to the time that the new Christmas fabric is put out. Plus, I always take this time to make quilts for my grandchildren.

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  137. Gail says

    September 22, 2015 at 11:45 pm

    I could seriously use an update. Thank you for the chance to participate!

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  138. Lavinia Milligan Sala says

    September 22, 2015 at 11:46 pm

    Spring is my favorite, followed by Fall here in the Appalachians. Neat pattern just in time to make new placemats! Thank you!

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  139. Tanis Melville says

    September 22, 2015 at 11:50 pm

    This looks like a lot of fun to make.

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  140. Dorothy Yuki says

    September 23, 2015 at 12:13 am

    Halloween is fun time. Sewing costumes for my Grandchildren that aren’t the ordinary and often a challenge. Although, sewing anytime of the year is always a good time for me.

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  141. Terry says

    September 23, 2015 at 12:19 am

    I enjoy sewing in the cooler seasons.

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  142. Mary says

    September 23, 2015 at 12:27 am

    I enjoy sewing for all seasons, however, I am now concentrating on making graduation quilts for my grandchildren.

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  143. Mary Grafe says

    September 23, 2015 at 12:40 am

    I enjoy sewing for all seasons but the Christmas season is the most enjoyable. I can sew seasonal decorations ideas as well as gifts and things for my home and family. And I sew these throughout the year, not just at the start of the Christmas season.

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  144. Kimberly says

    September 23, 2015 at 12:47 am

    I love fall………new skirts and jackets for cooler weather, and you can combine your knitting or crochet to make a matching sweater or hat & scarf set.

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  145. Elaine B says

    September 23, 2015 at 12:59 am

    I enjoy sewing for the winter season the most – holiday gifts and decor mainly.

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  146. Michele T says

    September 23, 2015 at 1:03 am

    I enjoy sewing all year round!!! There isn’t a favourite season for me. I just love this idea for placemats and not only would it be a great gift idea but a set would look perfect on my dinner table!!!

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  147. Teresa U says

    September 23, 2015 at 1:07 am

    I just love Christmas

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  148. Sarah says

    September 23, 2015 at 1:16 am

    I LOVE sewing for Christmas!

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  149. nan duffer says

    September 23, 2015 at 1:25 am

    These look easy enough. Can’t wait to try them! Thanks! 😀

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  150. fran says

    September 23, 2015 at 1:33 am

    fall-the colors are so bright and are great for any project.

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  151. Janet capito says

    September 23, 2015 at 1:38 am

    I love making Christmas gifts, and anything my 2 granddaughters want to make. Eight & ten they both are becoming excellent at sewing

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  152. Rita says

    September 23, 2015 at 2:03 am

    I love to sew for spring; nice new tops with fresh bright designs in the fabric, to welcome the the spring and new days.

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  153. Anna says

    September 23, 2015 at 2:15 am

    I do not have a particular season. I enjoy sewing year-round. I like trying new projects whenever I see something I like.

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  154. Pieceful1 says

    September 23, 2015 at 2:22 am

    Oh My Goodness! Anytime of the year that I can sew is a perfect time of the year for me!

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  155. Mary Wippold says

    September 23, 2015 at 2:23 am

    For sewing I get most excited in Fall.
    It’s fun to sew for Halloween and Thanksgiving.

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  156. Doreen S says

    September 23, 2015 at 2:49 am

    I love sewing for all seasons and it is too hard to pick one.

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  157. Jocelyn Johnson says

    September 23, 2015 at 3:15 am

    I love sewing in any season, especially if I have a pattern I’m excited about.

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  158. Jeannettw says

    September 23, 2015 at 3:22 am

    I would say it is Autumn thru winter.

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  159. Lacey says

    September 23, 2015 at 3:52 am

    I like to sew for all occasions and I am especially excited about some placemats that I will be making soon. Thank you for your tutorial:)

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  160. Mary Lookabill says

    September 23, 2015 at 4:19 am

    I love table runners and place mats and love doing them for all seasons, but I think spring is my favorite!

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  161. Sylvia Wong says

    September 23, 2015 at 4:26 am

    Last year, I found out I had non hodgkins lymphoma so I learned to quilt (never sewed before) and quilting kept me sane. Now I am obsessed with quilting and cannot learn enough.

    I have since made 8 quilts for others. Just love making them and giving them to those that have been so encouraging to me while I was “house bound” and Winter was the season because there wasn’t much to do but go to Chemo.

    Sylvia Wong

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  162. Christina says

    September 23, 2015 at 4:29 am

    I love sewing gifts year-round! Christmastime makes me positively giddy.

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  163. LaVerne says

    September 23, 2015 at 4:37 am

    These place mats are beautiful. I will try to make a few sets for Christmas.

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  164. Cindy R says

    September 23, 2015 at 4:43 am

    I sew for spring, the flowers, colors, so cheerful. But work on it fall & winter, so might have something done for SPRING!

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  165. Christine Hogan says

    September 23, 2015 at 5:15 am

    Christmas!!

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  166. Lynne Schroeder says

    September 23, 2015 at 5:17 am

    Christmas….definitely!

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  167. Bernadette Baldwin says

    September 23, 2015 at 5:28 am

    I look forward to sewing in the winter, on cold Northern Alberta nights!

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  168. Judy G says

    September 23, 2015 at 10:12 am

    I love sewing/quilting for each season/holiday of the year.

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  169. Rita says

    September 23, 2015 at 11:05 am

    I love sewing for all seasons….Xmas presents, gift bags for the presents which we save and reuse every year…halloween costumes are so fun to make, summer and spring outfits..

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  170. Poppy says

    September 23, 2015 at 12:20 pm

    Excited to sew for Christmas

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  171. Karol Stants says

    September 23, 2015 at 1:57 pm

    I had no idea that quilt as you go batting existed until today.
    What do I like to sew…things that make people happy. Quilts, costumes, microwave pot holders, fabric boxes…purses…Love hearing you made that!

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  172. MJ says

    September 23, 2015 at 3:37 pm

    I enjoy making gifts for the family.

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  173. Pat says

    September 23, 2015 at 3:40 pm

    I love sewing for Christmas!

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  174. Rita S. says

    September 24, 2015 at 9:20 am

    Love sewing year-round.

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  175. Genevieve Caswell says

    September 25, 2015 at 3:46 am

    Here comes the best sewing time of the year. It’s anytime I get a new fabric in the mail from my online shopping spree. And, the start of every morning when, I finally get a free hour early in the morning with my first cup of coffee I turn onmy computer. Then, I thank the Good Lord for allowing me to have the best part of the year each day I wake to sew another day.
    Thank you for letting me enter your contest & may God Bless O:-)

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  176. sHERRI says

    September 25, 2015 at 9:57 pm

    I would like to see the back of the finished placemat. Having them be reversable would be ‘sew’ helpful. Can you post a pic of the back, please? I would like to see how the quilt as you go turns out on the reverse side. THANKS!!!

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  177. Debra Kay Neiman says

    September 25, 2015 at 11:13 pm

    Autumn designs are the best! crystalbluern at onlineok dot com

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  178. Anna says

    October 19, 2015 at 10:58 pm

    I like sewing Christmas themed gifts, but I quilt and do machine embroidery all year.

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  179. Gloria says

    October 20, 2015 at 3:41 pm

    Wow. I love all the holidays!! It’s hard to choose a favorite. I just love sewing and quilting all year round!!!..thanks for the opportunity to participate

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  180. Kelly Bowman says

    February 9, 2016 at 3:52 pm

    I love sewing on the days that end in y! LOL

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  181. Jeannie says

    June 21, 2016 at 11:16 am

    My favorite season for sewing projects is the fall as the holidays approach. I enjoy giving hand made gifts.

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  182. Cheryl Homa says

    June 21, 2016 at 2:37 pm

    I like to sew for Christmas.

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  183. Marlene Beyer says

    September 22, 2016 at 3:08 pm

    Fall is my favorite time to sew. Beautiful fabrics and exciting colors. Fun to create new warm clothing for family and presents for the Holidays.

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  184. Karen Goetsch says

    March 9, 2017 at 5:37 pm

    Every season is a great time for sewing! Every day I find something I would like to sew or a new technique I want to learn.

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  185. Mimi says

    March 9, 2017 at 11:29 pm

    The whole winter holiday season is the most exciting for me

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  186. Theresa C. says

    May 18, 2017 at 1:09 pm

    I love to sew especially during Fall, as this is my favorite time of year.

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  187. Betty Gracie says

    August 16, 2017 at 7:04 pm

    I love to sew for fall

    Reply
  188. Mary Jane Ellinger says

    September 2, 2017 at 3:24 am

    I am not a seasonal sewer. I just love to sew new patterns or kits that inspire me. I like online BOM groups and have learned so much from them.

    Reply
  189. DeeDee Weir says

    May 1, 2018 at 7:33 am

    I sew what I like and it doesn’t have a season. I do sew a lot of CHRISTmas gifts for family though. That is one of my favorite times of the year.

    Reply
  190. Susan Young says

    September 17, 2019 at 7:53 am

    I love sewing for babies and my grandchildren

    Reply
  191. Debby Valliere says

    January 31, 2020 at 10:12 pm

    I like sewing all year round but there is something about the bright cheerful colours of the spring fabrics after a long cold winter that cheers my soul!

    Reply
  192. Bonita L Thiem says

    October 16, 2020 at 9:21 pm

    Christmas – I love to make gifts for my family and new decorations for my home. I usually start in late September or early October.

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