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Quilting: 30's Coaster Set
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30's Coaster Set

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Category: Quilting

Type of item: Functional

For: Home

Style: Retro / Vintage, Cute, Whimsical, Casual


Materials

1930's reproduction cotton quilting fabric, cotton batting

What was your inspiration?

I had some leftover 30's fabric and small pieces of batting from a quilt project, and decided to make some fun coasters.

What are you most proud of?

I used the quilt-as-you-go method, which simplified the construction process. I applied almost-solid binding in the usual method, which created a crisp finish.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Don't let your scrap bag overflow! Use up those leftover bits of fabric to create handmade gifts or needed items for yourself. You'll feel thrifty and productive, in the tradition of previous generations of crafty women :)

 

12 comments

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LK on craftsy.com
LK
Oct 09, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Thanks for the inspiration! I'm going to do this for my adult children for Christmas! Now I have to decide whether I'll do it holiday themed, or in their family room colors!
Debbie C. on craftsy.com
Oct 10, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Sounds like fun. I know your children will appreciate your effort and the coasters!
sfgrrl on craftsy.com
Aug 29, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Really cute! The fabric combo's are spot on!
Debbie C. on craftsy.com
Aug 30, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you!
kmlinford33781 on craftsy.com
Jun 25, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
great idea!
Debbie C. on craftsy.com
Aug 30, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks!
keliloi on craftsy.com
Jun 25, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I love your coaster set! What a wonderful way to use up scraps.
Debbie C. on craftsy.com
Jun 25, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you all for your nice comments.
Debbie C. on craftsy.com
Jun 25, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you all for your nice comments.
Lilibeth42 on craftsy.com
Jun 22, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Lovely!
Deena on craftsy.com
Jun 22, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
cute idea - nicely done!
Debbie C. on craftsy.com
Jun 22, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you :)