Now that Christmas is over I can show you the pretty napkins I made for my sister as a gift. They are from the book Sewing Green by one of my favorite eco-crafters, Betz White. My book, Practically Green has a tutorial for basic cloth napkins that I shared in my blog awhile back. But these are a little fancier with rick-rack trim!
The trim was a bit tricky to use. You have to place it on the napkin very carefully so that you don't see gaps. It took me 'till the last napkin to finally get the technique down.
What do you think?
Funny how they look completely different when arranged in another way:
Have you sewed anything lately?
Yay! Love your color combos!
Posted by: betz | January 18, 2011 at 10:31 AM
I wanted to do napkins and placemats, but it hasn't happened. Instead I've been running up fitted diapers made from freebie t-shirts. They are fun, free, and only take 2 days per diaper with toddler "help"!
Posted by: Jenn B | January 18, 2011 at 02:36 PM
Where can I learn to make those fitted diapers from freebie t-shirts? I would love to do that!
Posted by: meg | January 22, 2011 at 11:14 AM
I like the idea, really! Handmade crafts like these are best when made with passion. Hope to read more of your beautiful ideas. =)
Posted by: C'est La Mode | January 30, 2011 at 10:28 PM
Micaela, these are so cute! I linked to you from my Facebook Page and asked my readers how they could turn this project into a teaching moment for their kids. Great stuff!
Posted by: ChildDesign | February 03, 2011 at 01:11 PM
by the way on FB we are www.facebook.com/childreninspiredesign.com, we just liked your page too.
Posted by: ChildDesign | February 03, 2011 at 01:14 PM
Thanks so much! Love your inspired designs for kids!
Posted by: Micaela | February 03, 2011 at 02:08 PM