Nature's imprints

PLACEMAT AND NAPKIN

YOU NEED (FOR EACH SET):
•2 large rectangles of medium-weight linen or homespun cotton or duck, each 47 x 35.5 cm (18-1/2 x 14 in), for place mat*
•2 pieces of medium-weight cotton: 1 small rectangle 42 x 30.5 cm (16-1/2 x 12 in), for printed panel and one 38 cm (15 in) square, for printed napkin*
•Fabric paint in desired colour(s)
•Article(s) to print with
•Matching thread
*Preshrink and press all fabrics.

TO MAKE:
Note: Keep printing 13 mm (1/2-in) from all edges to allow for turn under.

1. Paint printing colour onto 1 side of article to be printed. Place on right side of small rectangle, paint side down, cover with sheet of bond and print. Lift off bond and printing article. Repeat as desired. Let dry. In same manner, print square. Let dry. Set paint following manufacturer's instructions.

2. Press under 13 mm around all edges of printed rectangle; centre on right side of 1 large rectangle; edgestitch and topstitch. With right sides together and edges even, stitch 2 large rectangles together leaving 10 cm (4 in) opening centred on 1 short edge. Clip seam allowance across corners and turn right side out. Press under 13 mm around opening; edgestitch and topstitch all edges, sewing opening closed.

3. Press under 13 mm twice around all edges of printed square; topstitch.