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Quilting Patterns - Patchwork Tablecloth
Directions:
Make this easy patchwork tablecloth any
desired size. First, decide on the finished size, then divide the width by four
to determine how many squares wide your patchwork will be. Likewise, divide the
length by four to find how many rows of squares you’ll need, If necessary, add
or subtract a few inches on length and width to make even multiples of four.
Then make a cardboard template for cutting the squares.
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Patchwork Quilt Patterns: The Famous Ruby McKim Book Plus A Bonus Of
105 Vintage Patterns.
Since the finished squares are 4x4 inches and
you’ll have to allow a 1/4-inch seam allowance, cut a piece of cardboard 4 1/2
X 4 1/2 inches. If your cloth is large and requires a great number of squares,
cut several templates. Then you can replace worn templates and avoid cutting
blocks that aren’t perfectly square. Place your fabric wrong side up, then lay
on the template and trace around it. Cut along the penciled lines. If you’re
cutting squares from large lengths of fabric, you can avoid drawing every square
by cutting a long 4 1/2"-wide strip, then dividing the strip into 4
1/2-inch squares.
Sew squares together to form rows, then sew the rows together
to create the completed table cover. Pin ruffled eyelet to the edges, right
sides together, and machine stitch 1/8 inch in from edge. Cut lining
fabric to the finished size of the tablecloth. Place the lining and patchwork
together, right sides facing and with the ruffle inside. Sew 1/4 inch in
all around the edges, leaving an opening on one side. Turn, press, and
slip-stitch the opening closed.
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