Quilting is not just about patterns and stitches; it’s about embracing creativity and infusing art into everyday items. One such way to do this is through the enchanting Watercolor Palette Placemats Pattern. These placemats not only serve a functional purpose but also add a touch of artistic flair to your dining table. Let’s dive into the world of color and creativity as we explore this delightful quilting project.
The Watercolor Palette Placemats Pattern is a delightful quilting project that infuses the dining experience with artistic flair. Inspired by the mesmerizing blend of colors found on an artist’s palette, this pattern captures the essence of fluidity and vibrancy reminiscent of watercolor paintings.
The Inspiration Behind Watercolor Palette: Imagine the mesmerizing blend of colors on an artist’s palette, waiting to be transformed into a masterpiece. That’s the inspiration behind the Watercolor Palette Placemats Pattern. Drawing from the fluidity and vibrancy of watercolor paintings, this pattern captures the essence of artistic expression.
What sets the Watercolor Palette Placemats apart is their abstract and free-flowing design. Unlike traditional quilting patterns that follow precise geometric shapes, these placemats encourage experimentation and spontaneity. Fabric strips in various shades and widths are arranged to mimic the unpredictable beauty of watercolor strokes, allowing quilters to explore their creativity without constraints.
To create these captivating placemats, quilters need to carefully select fabrics that evoke the rich and diverse palette of watercolor paintings. Pastel shades, bold hues, and everything in between come together to form a harmonious composition that enlivens any dining table.
Additional Materials and Cutting Instructions:
- Cut as indicated by dashed lines on next page
- Cut ¼” from side edges of colored blocks
- 1¼ yards of backing fabric
- Cut 6 rectangles 18″ x 15″
- 1 yard of binding fabric
- Cut 9 strips 2½” x 42/44″
- 1 pkg of Bosal’s In-R-Form Plus (36″ x 58″)
- Cut 6 rectangles 18″ x 15″
- ⅝” Grosgrain Ribbon
- Option A: 3 yards per placemat (18 yards for 6 placemats)
- Option B: 6 yards per placemat (36 yards for 6 placemats)
- Steam-a-Seam2 Lite Fusible Tape ½” wide
- Option A: 3 yards per placemat (18 yards for 6 placemats)
- Option B: 6 yards per placemat (36 yards for 6 placemats)
Sewing Directions:
Fuse each In-R-Form Plus rectangle to a backing fabric rectangle. Cover your ironing board with parchment paper or a Teflon ironing sheet before you fuse.
Center a watercolor panel on the front and fuse.
Place fusible tape in the center of the back of grosgrain ribbon. Press in place.
For Option A: cut 6 strips 14″ long for each placemat.
For Option B: cut 6 strips 14″ long AND 7 strips 17″ long for each placemat. Remove paper backing from the tape.
Position each 14″ piece of ribbon vertically on the white spaces in between the blocks of color. ⅝” ribbon will cover the white space completely. Fuse ribbons in place. Topstitch on both long edges of all ribbons. If making Option A, go to the next step. For Option B, position each 17″ piece of ribbon horizontally on the white spaces in between the blocks of color, covering the white space and color names completely. Topstitch on both long edges of all ribbons.
Trim and square each placemat to 13″ x 16″. Trim evenly off each edge keeping the panel centered.
Sew all binding strips together on the short ends to form one long strip. Fold in half lengthwise, right sides out and iron. Sew binding to the edge as you would a quilt, mitering the corners. Flip to the back and hand or machine stitch to finish. (Note: If machine finishing, you could sew the binding to the back first. Then flip the binding to the front and machine stitch close to the folded edge.)
Quilting is an art form that allows us to express ourselves creatively while adding beauty and functionality to our surroundings. With the Watercolor Palette Placemats Pattern, you can bring the enchanting world of watercolor paintings to your dining table, infusing every meal with a touch of artistic inspiration. So gather your fabrics, unleash your creativity, and embark on this colorful quilting adventure!
