Had fun making these "modern" placemats. Even did machine binding!
 

I just finished these to send as a shower gift for my niece, who's getting married in September. They were lots of fun to put together, and I really would love to keep them for myself! I guess that's the sign that you are happy with your work, eh?

Didn't have a pattern -- Found a picture on the web that was my inspiration.

I was working under a time constraint. Last night I was attaching the binding, dreading the next day of hand sewing it down. I've not had much success with finishing bindings on the machine, but it just seemed like the right time to try again, so I did. And it actually came out pretty well! I finished them all last night; man that goes fast!

Hope you like them as much as I do!

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Here's a close up so you can see the quilting:

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And here's the back:

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Very nice!

Even though I don't prefer "modern" I really lilke what you did. I am sure they will be appreciated.

Oh wow! That is beautiful. Those are my DIL & son colors they want in a quilt.

Your quilting design really adds to the modern feel of the placemats. I think they are fabulous! Thanks for sharing.

I love your place mats and I'm sure your niece will, too! Your quilting on them is wonderful!

Perfect!! She will love the modern look and the quilting sets it all off. Make some for yourself next!

Very nice!!

Those are really fun and unique!

These look great! I'm sure they will enjoy them. Your quilting just adds the finishing touch!