These are a UFO project. I started them for last year's Xmas presents, and actually finished them for this year. 5 went to my mom, 5 went to my boyfriend's mother (1 of each). And a picture of the back.

those are cool!!!! My SIL would love those as she's really into chili peppers!

My first paper piecing experience too. Love the finished product :D

I love these!!! What great gifts :D:D:D

I love those. Paper piecing is on my "to learn" list for 2010. They turned out great-thanks for sharing your pictures.

cool placemats, did you find your pattern online?

No, it was actually a class that I took a few years ago at the LQS. It was for a table runner, and no one I know uses table runners so mine became placemats. It's Bella Quiltworks in Tucson, they might be able to sell you the pattern. They do the chili pepper table runner class every class cycle

Those are HOT! ;-)

Those are so cute. Great job.

Another great idea!