Quilt for dining room table?
 

I have seen pics in magazines of quilts being used as tablecloths. Has anyone here done this? Any suggestions for a good block/pattern to use? Tips or tricks?
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I have a quilt used a s a tablecloth on a round table. I did a Grandmother's Flower Garden. It is something over 70" in the round.

I don't have a dining room table in my small apt, but I wouldn't put any batting in it so it would drape better.

do you mean leaving it on while eating? Or just for display? I have considered doing that, but, would be afraid some greasy something would get on it and leave a stain. they do look pretty though.

I'm with Stitchnripper. I am a slow piecer, so they are work to me (love it, but still work). I'd be really afraid I'd get stains on it and then not be happy any longer. I'm also finicky as to not like plastic over the top, but I know for some that would be more than acceptable. It really is up to you :)

I thing those in mags are only for show not go. I have tablerunners that use over tableclothes when serving a dinner, and one big round dahlia design ( bought at estate sale), that I'll put on top of tablecloth when dining room is not in use...removed if table is needed......just my way.

I have a quilt on my kitchen/dinning room table all the time. I put the same batting in it that I put in, either quilters dream or hobbs. If something gets spilled on it, ( this happens all the time), I wash them. I have several tablecloth quilts, and at least 3 cut out ready to piece and quilt. IMHO a quilt is made to be used, if they wear out, they get replaced. I am so proud, when I get asked to make another, because it is worn out, not abused, but worn out. So IMHO, yes, a quilt can be used on a table, for looks or for use, like mine are

I have one a friend made for me. It is for a round table in a lone star pattern. I have used it a lot and not had an issue with stains. If you treat them properly they come out. My only issue is that I have used it so much it is wearing out. My friend made herself more than one and used them as well.

I have a friend who makes beautiful quilted table clothes. She has young grandchildren and knows they will need to be washed frequently.

Because of the frequent washing she tries to avoid sharp points in the quilts and serges the seams instead of sewing them. This helps the seams to stand up to the frequent washing. She does use batting.

I put a clear plastic tablecloth over the quilt when we are going to eat on it, take it off when we are not. Yes, it's a bit tacky, but better than trying to get tomato sauce out!
I love the way a quilt looks on a table.

Cool idea! We cover every other piece of furniture with quilts...why not the table too?

I would use placemats on top of the quilt if the meal was messy. Mats are a little easier to wash - which is what I do now but directly on the table.

I frequently throw the latest quilt on my formal dining room table. I get to enjoy it as I pass by thruout the day. The only problem I have had with eating at it is the unstable drinking glasses. I switched to a wider base glass and the problem is solved. Stains come right out with prewash spray but then, my quilts are mostly scrappy and I'm not drinking red wine on a neutral quilt.

I use a quilt with batting on my dining room table with clear plastic covering it. The plastic I use came
on a roll from Wal Mart. Otherwise, the quilts would be hidden in a closet somewhere.

I have made two for my table. I have one on now, it is 42 by 68. I have batting in them, one has Hobbs 80 / 20. And one has warm natural, 100 cotton. I like the feel of the thinner batting for table cloths. I always have mats and a cloth table cloth on my table. My mats seem to wash nicely, so I'm hoping I have the same results with the full quilted table cloth. I just reason,it's bigger,and will still fit in my washer the same as the mats. So far I'm liking my table mat.

yep, flat batting would work fine. I like hobbs heirloom 80/20.

I also use the clear vinyl over my table quilts and table clothes. I leave the vinyl on all the time since I never know what my dear hubby is going to put on the table:rolleyes:

I have made table cloths (quilts) which fit my longer tables. I made them longer and narrower and they have served me very well. I love them especially for outdoors. The wind will blow the thin table cloths unless you tape it down, using my long quilted tablecloths are wonderful! After we eat I wash them in cold water and do not put them in the dryer so if there are any stains they will not be set!

love your answer :)

I almost always have a quilted table topper on my round table and have several larger quilts that I use when I use the table extensions. I just pretreat stains if needed and wash and dry in machines. when the g-boys are expected I don't use the larger quilts because they are little and messy--I have found that raw edge fused applique doesn't hold up as well to the frequent washings.

I made a Christmas quilt a few years ago for my square kitchen table. The center is a marbled red and then I added a wide mitered holly border print. I used whatever cotton batting I had on hand and backed it with an all over Christmas poinsettia print. I love how it protects my antique table. It's the table my granddaughters usually eat at so I've washed it several times and it just gets better. I also made a valance for the window from the backing fabric. And, I made a quilted mixer cover. I have a red and white bear claw I'm working on for my formal dining room table. There's a certain warmth and coziness about a quilt on a table that I really like. I also have a quilt on my square coffee table during the holidays. I really don't worry about spills. I'd rather have memorable stains than have them hanging in a closet not being used.

Why not?! There's a blogger who recently stopped blogging. But, her blog was still there. She almost always has a quilt on her table as a table cloth. It looks fantastic.

Here's a link to Pinterest of her pictures. https://www.pinterest.com/source/mia....blogspot.com/

Actually, I couldn't link to her blog. She might be in the process of taking it down. But, there are pictures in the link I provided for pinterest if you want to look.

I have several table top quilts, the oldest is over 10 years old. Made and quilted just as one for the bed or sofa, get washed when soiled and never have an issue getting food stains out with a decent prewash treatment. Don't use a plain tablecloth often, only once or twice a year.

I imagine the quilts on the tables are fantastic. I'm in the process of finding a suitable pattern for my table which is gate legged so will need to fold over the end and not slide off.

The only time I've put a quilt on a table was when 6 of us were playing Tenzi, (a game where every player gets 10 dice and rolls them as quickly as they can to get the designated numbers.) It's a loud game and the quilt made a huge difference. We removed it when it was time for dessert.

I always use a quilt on my dining table when my family comes to visit. Since my grandchildren are young, I cover the quilt with clear plastic. I use a clear shower curtain cut to size since I don't have a local place to buy clear plastic on a roll. I use very thin batting. I've also used a sheet for a cloth under the quilt like in my chicken quilt.

I have one of Pam Bono's books (Quick Rotary Cutter Quilts) and she has quilt patterns in it specifically made to be tablecloths that are super cute. I am a total slob when eating and I must use ingredients that will leave a stain that can't be removed. I have the stained tablecloths to prove it so I would not use a quilt as a tablecloth while eating. I would not hesitate to have a quilt on the table to protect it. My mom had me make one for her that is round and exactly matches the dimensions of her table.
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I always have a quilt on my table. It makes the room look warm and cozy. Use of batting depends on the look you want. Some quilt tops looks better with it and some are fine without it. Try it, I bet you will like it. it can always come off at meal time.

I have made several with scrappy string blocks. I use very thin batting or no batting. Made one for son and daughter in law. Son says its confusing since the strings are made from vegetable and fruit fabric. He says it is all the colors of the food they are eating lol

I use mine as tablecloth all the time. I have several. Made them with regular batting, wash them regularly and haven't had a problem!

You could spray Scotch Guard on it to protect it from stains.

I made a table topper for my mom's round dining table and we just placed the glass cover on it to protect it.

Tablecloth Quilt
 

Good Afternoon. I've not made a quilt for a tablecloth. However, I did make a quilt top to be tacked to the ceiling for a ceiling quilt. I did not back my top at that time. When I moved, I decided the ceiling quilt was too pretty to put in a box, out of sight. Instead I am using it as a bedspread; I will sew a lightweight backing to it once my machine is unpacked from moving. If you have in mind to make a tablecloth quilt you might want to leave out the batting; I think it would make the quilt too heavy and bulky for a table dressing. If I made what you are suggesting, I would use a lightweight dark or light-colored fabric for the backing. Have a wonderful day and enjoy it. God loves you and may His blessings include a safe journey through your quilting!

I have a round dining room table and use my square quilts on it all the time. Love how it looks and it does drape nicely and if they get spilled on I wash them. Sometimes they just need to be touched up with a damp cloth. Have to add this: my dining room table has 4 quilts that I use on it and my bed still does not have a quilt I have made. NOT one!!! What can I say.

Several years ago, I had a sit down dinner party for 25 wine drinking adults. I had 5 tables all dressed with reversible quilts...one side Christmas/winter and the reverse was in fall colors. Each had warm and natural batting. There were a few food spots and wine dribbles but none of the wine glasses was tippy (however there were a couple guests that were a bit tipsy). All traces of wine and food washed out without a problem. One of the quilts is 10 feet long and since Florida has had a "chilly" spell, I am using it on my side of our king sized bed. My husband has used one that is about 90 inches long on his side. Like gramquilter2, I never seem to get around to making one for my whole bed. I liked the quilts on the tables so much that I have just taken them off and put them in the laundry room. That made us have 2 months of Christmas/winter on the tables and a couple weeks on the bed. I'm hoping that decorating in spring colors will warm the weather just a little.

Years ago I made a twin size double wedding ring quilt and I have used it ever since as a table cloth in the spring time because of the colors. We never use the quilt when we are eating but I love the effect. I have made table runners for the other seasons but I will probably end up making more table cloths. I have queen and king size beds and I can make a smaller quilt and still use it.

I totally second the ideal of using Scotch Guard after you make your Tablecloth quilt. I've been making runner & place mat sets for years. As soon as they are finished, they are sprayed, and last for years without any stains. They are washed often, and still stay as nice as the day they were made. I give these as well, and always let the person know to use them without worry!

I want to make a quilt for my table. Table is round. Do I complete the piecing and quilting then cut into required round size before I bind? Table also becomes long oval when table leaf is added. Would a rectangle quilt work for that?

I made a snowball scrappy for a picnic/car/incidental type of quilt and have ended up using it a lot on my dining table. It just happened to fit well and when there is more than the two of us, it's kind of fun. Stains and spills aren't a problem since it's washable and yes, there is batting in it. A nice feature is that it's reversible! I put a backing of red handkerchief type of fabric on the back and that works too.

I made a small log cabin many years ago that I still use. It has flannel as the batting. It is well used and gives me joy!

Love your chicken table cloth !! Would gladly pay for directions . I'm not good at the computer ,is there to pintrest or somehow mark this so I can find it again. Truly lovely.