Tutorial: Super simple placemats

There’s something about seeing a table set with placemats under all the plates. You know you’re in for something special. Bite Sized Biggie shares a tutorial showing how easy it is to make your own placemats. They’re simple to make, with no frills or whatnot. Just a simple rectangle placemat that will show off a pretty fabric. They’re quick and easy enough to make, you can make a set of 8 in one evening.

Click below for her tutorial:

Super Fast Placemat Tutorial, by Bite Sized Biggie

[photo from Bite Sized Biggie]

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!