That is absolutely gorgeous!
Does the second placemat have to be identical?
Also, someone on this board mentioned clear, fusible vinyl. Would that work to cover the placemats and that way she would not have to worry about spills/stains?
If it was me, I would make them into wall hangings. You might ask her if she decides to do that what the best way to hang them would be. A lady at a local quilt store told me to go to Bed, Bath and Beyond and get a small curtain rod with clips on it to hold small wall hangings.