Pimp My Table

My dining table is boring and blah. For placemats it has the homogenized crap you find in all of the big box stores and for napkins it has the ever-popular paper towels. While they do meet my needs, they’re not very exciting. So I decided that we, being the creatively endowed people that we are, are capable of making each other’s tables significantly more fun to eat at. Thus, the creation of this swappy goodness.

For this swap, you will be making two placemats and two napkins for one partner. The design, technique used, and colors/patterns chosen are up to the sender. The only requirement is that you not use paper—your creations must be made from some sort of textile (including any type of fabric, felt, yarn, ribbon, etc).

This swap is limited to swappers in the US to help control shipping costs. It is additionally open only to swappers who have previously completed a minimum of five swaps, have a completed profile, and have not had any recent one or three ratings. I cannot angel, so if you anticipate being unable to follow through, don’t sign up.

To get you started and inspired, I have compiled a list of links to tutorials and inspirational photographs. Go now and get crafty! Godspeed!

Kleeio’s Belly Learn to Sew Placemats
Zwei Baby Patchwork Placemat Tutorial
Wink Designs Patchwork Placemat & Napkin Tutorial
HGTV Custom Reversible Placemats and Napkins
BHG Quilted Funky Placemats
BHG Quick and Easy Placemats
Martha Stewart Reversible Placemats
Craft Stylish No Sew Placemats
Knitting Pattern Central’s Placemat Patterns
Crochet Pattern Central’s Placemat Patterns
Inspiration via Flickr--A Gallery I Compiled