Set a Colorful Table with These Octagonal Placemats
Or Make One for a Table Centerpiece!
Why settle for square or rectangular placemats when you can step outside the box and dress your table with eye-catching octagonal ones? These placemats are fun on the table and simple to make.
Since the placemats are constructed from half-square triangles, this project is suitable for quilters of most skill levels. Start with a great combination of prints, whether new or from your stash.
Mix and match colors for a fun scrappy look or use a more coordinated color theme. The placemats are also charming in seasonal color palettes. Photoshop allows us to see examples in slightly different colors.
The placemats designed by Liz Johnson from Sew 4 Home are approximately 17” x 17” with 5¾” diagonal corners. Excellent instructions clearly cover every aspect of making them.
