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Originally Posted by illinois
(Post 8277950)
I have a placemat pattern from a reputable fabric company that recommends a layer of flannel. If you want it a little thicker, use 2 layers of flannel. The problem with actual batting is that it makes for instability of anything placed on it, especially glasses. There's a reason those are sometimes called "tumblers"!
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For my younger grandkids, I add a layer of clear vinyl to the top; that way, they can use the placemat for more than one meal (hopefully!!)
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Maybe a medium or heavy weight cutaway embroidery stabilizer?
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Placemat support
Originally Posted by oneteappot
(Post 8277297)
I want to make some placemats for my grand kiddos. My dil usually uses very light fabric ones rather than quilted. What would you suggest putting between the layers on cotton? They need something to help hold their shape.
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I use a very thin batting or just flannel. I use the crystal wine glass test - will it tip? Obviously these are not heat proof, but placemats do not usually need to be insulated. I have made sets as gifts that include placemats and a couple matching trivets. These trivets are thicker and I have insulbrite in them. But they are going to have heavier dishes on them so it works.
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Originally Posted by mengler
(Post 8277981)
Sounds like "soft and stable" would be a good choice
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I like to use fleece (sew-in or fusible) for lightweight placemats.
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When making lightweight placemats I have found the Polyester felt instead of batting,is my go-to product. Mats lay nice and flat and wash really well. Fabric is 60 inches wide. Try it you might like it...I did.
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Pellon fleece interfacing, the non fusible one.
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I did QAYG for mine with Warm and Natural 20/80 batting and fabric from Walmart.
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