QUILTsocial Fall 2014 Issue | Page 43

Now that the pieces are cut, I can get on with sewing the pieces into a place-mat. I’ll walk you through each step of the way and this is a beginner project so anyone can do it. Let’s get started! Sewing The Utensil Holder Step 1 Fold one end of the fabric over to the back about an inch and press so that there is a very good crease. I use steam for this. You may want to use a stylet of some sort so you do not burn your fingers. Turn the piece over to the back and fold th