How to make EASY FABRIC COASTERS

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In this week's sewing tutorial, I will show how to make these easy fabric coasters in this tutorial! The best part? I will be showing how to make them FOUR at a time!
These are a great way to use up some scraps, practice your quilting skills, and make something useful and beautiful in the process.
Here are the time stamps for this video:
00:00 Introduction
1:14 Supply Lists
2:18 Fabric Selection
4:25 Preparing the Fabric for Quilting
6;06 Quilting the Fabric
9:33 Cutting the Fronts of Coasters
11:26 Attaching the Backing Fabric
13:20 Trimming the Corners
14:02 Turning and Pressing the Coasters
17:20 Top Stitching the Coasters
20:01 Final Thoughts
Here are the supplies for this project:
FABRIC:
(1) 11" Square of Non-Directional Fabric
(1) 12" Square of Batting (I used cotton)
(4) 5" Squares of Batting Fabric
GENEARAL SUPPLIES:
Rotary Cutter/Cutting Mat
Low-Tack Tape (Painter's Tape, Masking Tape, Washi Tape, etc.)
iron/ironing board
Sewing Machine
Thread (matching or contrasting--your choice)
Optional:
Walking Foot
Stitch-in-the-Ditch Foot
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@artiejohnson703 Жыл бұрын

I is a great suggestion about reducing your stitch length when you start sewing and when you are at the end. This helps not to have the thickness of a back stitch. I have never seen this done, but it makes so much sense. Can’t wait to start using this method. Thanks for sharing your video with all of us. ❤

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Yay! I am so happy I helped! This is the way I have been doing it for a long time, but I am never sure if it is common knowledge or not. Thank you for sharing this! ❤️

@IrishTextileCraftsandMore Жыл бұрын

Great teacher. I am brand new at sewing. I was given a sewing machine for Christmas. I wanted to add to my wool textile art but now I will see some coasters. Haven't seen since I was in 6th grade. Thanks for teaching.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Love this so much! Glad you like this tutorial and that you got a machine! YAY! Sewing is so much fun!

@BEVERLYRANDOLPH-lx4qu Жыл бұрын

This is really cute! I’d like to start now and make some for surprise end-of-the-year gifts for my book club friends. If I started now, I might be less likely to panic at a deadline!!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Love this! I am sure you could even find some great literary-themed fabric. What a fun idea! Thank you for sharing!

@brendatolson3310 8 ай бұрын

Thank you you made it all so easy. I have never never been crafty like many of my dear sisters nor a great intentional giver. It is 11/2023 and I want to be able to give handmade gifts next year.

@SewtheDistance 8 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! Yay! So happy you are going to make handmade gifts for next year! Let me know if you have any additional questions. Happy to help! ❤️

@healthygirl3021 Жыл бұрын

Great tutorial on sewing coasters! I learned new tips and tricks! Thank you so much! 👏🏼

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Glad it is helpful!

@lindajamieson2120 7 ай бұрын

I was just thinking of making mug rugs and came across your tutorial, loved it, thank you. I am also excited about lowering my stitches to lock them. Thank you for the advice.

@SewtheDistance 7 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! So glad you like this and the tip about the stitching. It makes for a really clean look!

@melanietannertaylor0401 2 жыл бұрын

Great video for beginners! I have a tip, when top-stitching your opening closed turn your length down to a 1.6 or so. It will help it stay closed !!

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

Great tip! Thank you so much!

@samboy05mangubat31 2 жыл бұрын

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@pammeinzer8178 2 жыл бұрын

I always look for you on the days that you have your tutorials. Thanks for all you do.

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! I have more in the works. Stay tuned.

@marcysikes 2 ай бұрын

I noticed you do not backstitch to lock the seam! I have never heard of turning your stitch down to lock the stitches. I will definitely give this a try! Thank you for your easy to follow tutorial!🤗

@SewtheDistance 2 ай бұрын

YAY! So glad you like this technique! When I try to backstitch while topstitching, it always looks messy and this, to me, gives it a cleaner look and does the job well. Glad it is helpful for you, too. ❤️

@rebeccagarnes2147 2 жыл бұрын

I have been quilting for 52 years and I always love watching the quilters teach me a new and easier way to quilt! Thank you.

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! 52 years? That's awesome! I am at 26 years--exactly half! LOL! You are so welcome! I am sure you could teach me a ton of stuff, too! ❤️❤️❤️

@connietosti9185 8 ай бұрын

I’m going in my sewing room right now to make some of these because they are so cute!!!🧵

@SewtheDistance 8 ай бұрын

Love this! So happy you are going to make them! ❤️❤️❤️

@trishwitters2629 2 жыл бұрын

Great gift idea! Thanks for the fast and easy tutorial!

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! These are perfect for gifts.

@texasmimi1954 Жыл бұрын

Just happened onto your video and really enjoyed watching your method of creating 4 coasters at a time. These are so handy to have and give as last minute gifts, as well as including with gift baskets for wedding showers, housewarming, etc...

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

I am so happy you enjoyed it! They are fun to make, too! ❤️

@texasmimi1954 Жыл бұрын

Definitely fun to make! 😊

@mcalexab Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this wonderful tutorial. I made several sets for Christmas presents, and everyone loved them!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Oh! I love this! You are so welcome! Thank you for letting me know! This makes me so happy! 😍😍😍

@joanbarker6581 8 ай бұрын

Love that idea, 4 at a time!!!!!!!❤️

@SewtheDistance 8 ай бұрын

Yay! So glad you like it! ❤️

@deenagraham5488 2 жыл бұрын

Quick and easy tutorial on quilted coasters. Love the idea of doing four at a time. As always a great video!

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I am so happy you enjoyed it.

@margm4 Жыл бұрын

Great pattern. Lots of useful tips too, thanks Kris. On my to-do list! Thanks for sharing. 🇦🇺❤️

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Glad it is helpful! ❤️

@joanborden434 Жыл бұрын

I liked your hint of using a really small seam allowance to lock the stitch. I also liked the use of the stitch in the ditch foot to top stitch the edge.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

So happy these tips are helpful! ❤️

@cindyhappel7376 2 жыл бұрын

Love this video!! Thanks for all your tips!!

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

So happy you like it! These are my go-to gifts for housewarmings!

@christinej2358 Жыл бұрын

I really like them and what a cute useful gift! Plus they look easy to make. Thank you for sharing!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

They are super easy to make! So happy you like them. Perfect for the holidays!

@sherryharding5792 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this video with us. Very clear and easy instructions.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Yay! I am so happy it is useful! ❤️

@DawnMARKCUM-vn7gt 7 ай бұрын

I really like those colors they're super cute and fun to make thank you for sharing

@SewtheDistance 7 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! So glad you like them! Thank you for watching. ❤️

@chrislittebrant5235 Жыл бұрын

Hey Kris, I am actually about ready to make a bunch of these so thanks for sharing your tips. Wishing you a wonderful week, 🥰 Chris

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Hi Chris! Thank you so much! You, too! Happy sewing!

@bridgeeg310 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome instructions thank you!! You explained very well.

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching! ❤️

@barbaramiller-kc2et Жыл бұрын

Thanks again for another quick Christmas gift! I love that the quilting is done all at once. Quite clever!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! They are fun to make, especially this way! Glad it is helpful. ❤️

@paulasmith6169 2 жыл бұрын

Love ❤️ these.

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! They are addicting to make!

@Goldenowner518 7 ай бұрын

These are great! So glad I found you!

@SewtheDistance 7 ай бұрын

Yay! I am glad you did, too! Thank you for the love!

@mommyhobbs48 7 ай бұрын

Great idea and instructions!

@SewtheDistance 7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! So glad you liked it! ❤️

@KelleysQuiltsandCruises 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Kris and fellow quilters! Four at a time is very clever. Thanks very much for the method. I like to use painters tape for quilting mug rugs candle mats, and table runners. My walking foot makes life much easier too. Happy quilting to all from British Columbia, Canada.😀🇨🇦

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Painter's tape for machine quilting is becoming more and more popular. I've been doing it for years and I am sure you have, too. Who knew we were ahead of our time? Thank you so much for watching and commenting. I am happy you enjoyed this!

@wilycat5290 Жыл бұрын

Good tips. Very cute coasters. Thank you for the video 😊👍💕

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it! ❤️

@patriciaguevara8793 Жыл бұрын

I have some small blocks I want to make into coasters. I’m using your directions for sure! Thank you

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful idea! They will make amazing coasters!

@barbarameehan113 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great way of making a set.

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

It makes the whole thing so much easier! Thank you for watching!

@kathleenstorer691 Жыл бұрын

One more thing I have to make. Thanks Chris!!!😆

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

I am always happy to help add to your to-do list! LOL! So happy you enjoyed it. These are fun!

@georgycolson9671 2 жыл бұрын

Really nice! Thank you

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! They are fun!

@maryannnewsham7714 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a newbie to your channel I was just scrolling through KZfaq and I saw your table topper. I love the tip on quilting of using the masking tape. How simple to get evenly spaced quilting without measuring and actually marking. I can't wait to try these. I think I'm going to make mine just a little larger though either I'm going to cut a 12 in square or 13 haven't decided for sure. This is a great fat quarter project. In fact I think I may make some coasters and your table topper out of the same fabrics.

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! That makes my day! They are so versatile, especially with sizing. So happy you loved it! i hope you make a bunch!

@kimberlyleon2147 Жыл бұрын

Great tutorial ❤❤❤

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you liked it!!

@helenweatherby1694 10 ай бұрын

Loving this! I have such a stash of Christmassy fat quarters. This will be an ideal way of using them up.

@SewtheDistance 10 ай бұрын

Oh, perfect! So happy this is inspiring you! They are fun to make, too! Enjoy!

@marywalker7689 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing I am anxious to make a few for gifts 😮

@lindagormley9147 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, I will make these for some small gifts !! Linda

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! YAY! They are a lot of fun to make!

@joanbarker6581 7 ай бұрын

Loved video!!

@SewtheDistance 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! Glad you liked it!!

@donnamatoi5256 2 жыл бұрын

New to your channel and a newbie quilter. I was just making some coasters too, but these look a bit easier, i’m going to give it a try. Thanks and I did subscribe and a thumbs up! ❤️❤️❤️ I might be doing some binge watching too!

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I have been away from KZfaq for a little bit as we are remodeling and the house is a mess. I am thrilled to see your comment! So happy this is helpful! I am honored to be part of your quilting journey. It is a wonderful art form that has blessed my life in more ways than I could have imagined when I started. I hope the same is true for you! Let me know if you have any questions, and I will be back (hopefully!) next week with new videos!

@261COLLINS 9 ай бұрын

I love your channel! I’m definitely going to make some of these. Thank you for all you do.

@SewtheDistance 9 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! So happy you love my videos! 🥰 I love that you are going to make them! YAY! Let me know if you have any questions. ❤️

@suzanneeastman7594 Жыл бұрын

I have tried a few videos on making coasters, but this is the only one which comes out lovely and neat. I did draw the lines with a ruler using a water soluble pencil, and they look great. Thank you for this tutorial.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

I am so happy to hear that! What a wonderful compliment. Thank you!!!

@gardens4us Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! ❤️ Thank you for watching!

@donnah5378 Жыл бұрын

Nice. I will try your suggestions 👍🏾

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Great! Thank you so much!

@christinej2358 Жыл бұрын

Love how you made these coasters. I’m going to try to make some. Thank you for sharing!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Glad it is helpful! ❤️

@christinej2358 Жыл бұрын

@@SewtheDistance I just realized I had already posted a comment…lol…it was a senior moment, I guess! That happens once in a while since I’m almost mid sixties. 😆. At least you know I really like them!😃

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

@@christinej2358 I thought so, but wasn’t sure! Lol! No problem at all. ❤️

@annebebee6764 2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered some random Christmas fabric on eBay, and this will be a great project!

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect! I love it when things come together like that! Thank you for watching!

@roadrunner123 Жыл бұрын

Nice job!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🥰

@michellewilkinson6741 5 ай бұрын

Thank you! I’m making them for a wedding gift!!

@SewtheDistance 5 ай бұрын

Perfect! You’re welcome 😊 Love this!

@barbschueller4027 Жыл бұрын

New to your channel. Found it very interesting. Especially the stitch in the ditch foot for Top stitching great idea. Thanks for sharing

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Thank you for exploring my channel! ❤️

@alisonmary1443 2 жыл бұрын

Really good tips, my goodness I didn't even think about directional and non directional fabrics, matching backs for a neater edge, quilting the whole piece then cutting and gluing the opening, Thank you so much, I will also try my foot with the thing on it for an even edge. Have a lovely weekend, 💖🐾

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

So happy it is helpful! Sometimes those little things make the process more enjoyable and a bit easier.

@roseskindaeverything887 Жыл бұрын

New to sewing n your show thanks 👍

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Welcome! Sewing is so much fun! Glad this is helpful. ❤️

@karin0963 Жыл бұрын

I know what I'm going to add to the church craft fair. Thank you.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

These are perfect for a craft fair! You could make the base really big and make several sets at a time. So happy this helped!

@karin0963 Жыл бұрын

@@SewtheDistance great idea. Thank you

@lisaconner6558 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea w/ masking tape!

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊 I learned that years ago and it really works well. They even make 1/4" tape if you want to make matchstick quilting.

@lindamartin2073 9 ай бұрын

Appreciate your kindness showing us how to make these. Thank you

@SewtheDistance 9 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! My pleasure!

@queenslanddiva Жыл бұрын

These will be ideal for my secret Santa this year. Thanks

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Oh, these would be perfect for that! Great does! You are so welcome!

@sjones8194 Жыл бұрын

Any ideas on how to make them waterproof on the bottom or in the middle?

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Great question! I haven’t tried it, but you could use vinyl or even a waterproof spray or treatment after they are made. There is a fusible vinyl that could be put on the fabric, too.

@annarumming-pain6048 Жыл бұрын

Great tutorial, thank you. Do you use just regular pva Elmers glue? Also, would the insulbright work? Was thinking it would offer more protection for surfaces and assume it's easily washable?

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

I use regular Elmers school glue. Is that PVA? I’m not sure. It’s washable and wonderful! I think insulbright would work, as long as you don’t put it in the microwave. Not that anyone would, but if you are giving them as a gift or selling them, I would make sure to include that information. Also, I know some people put terrycloth in theirs. I haven’t tried it, but I’m sure it would work. ❤️

@HoneySparkles2 8 ай бұрын

😂😂I feel so goofy! Here I was making individual coaster patterns..duh make one big and cut into 4 coasters?! 😂😂 yep, i'm getting old, because thats too simple a solution. ❤❤❤

@SewtheDistance 8 ай бұрын

😂😂😂 Happy to help! Sometimes we just don't think of these things! Please don't feel stupid! I had the same experience with something else today! ❤️

@leticia-rl7yj 2 жыл бұрын

🥰

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

@stephaniew4168 Жыл бұрын

would you wash the material first so it doesn't warp when you wash the coasters?

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

I don't, but you certainly could if that is a concern. ❤️

@nadinelettieri9871 6 ай бұрын

When you too stitch at the end, are you doing 1/4”?

@SewtheDistance 6 ай бұрын

Oh, good question! Sorry I didn't mention this. I top stitch about 1/8" in from the edge, but as long as you are consistent, it will work out. Hope this helps!

@eileenmeyers6080 Жыл бұрын

Instead of using tape, use a fabric marker and a ruler to mark lines and then sew on the lines. There are several different types of markers that work great. Some remove by ironing, some by wetting them and some disappear in a few hours. Much easier and faster than using the tape.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Great thought! I’ve used fabric markers before on these coasters, but if the coasters get too cold or too hot, the ink reappears. I find tape to be a better option because of this. It’s not for everyone, however. Use what works best for you. ❤️

@annarumming-pain6048 Жыл бұрын

Marking is much more time consuming though, and unfortunately many matk lines come back with extremes of heat

@mikeward1326 Жыл бұрын

@@SewtheDistance 😮 so glad I read the comments!

@slim215 10 ай бұрын

Does the Elmer glue wash away??

@SewtheDistance 10 ай бұрын

Great question. Yes! It is completely water soluble. If you don’t want to put them in the washing machine, you can just wipe it with a damp cloth. You can also just leave it. It will eventually break down. Hope this helps.

@jolynnsholmire2785 Жыл бұрын

I use a crochet hook

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Great idea!

@cschusan 2 жыл бұрын

Are the backing squares cut 5” squares or 5.5” you say 5.5 but later 5🤷‍♀️

@SewtheDistance 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for bringing this to my attention. The backing fabric is the same size as the front, so 5" for these coasters. Hope this helps! My apologizes for the confusion. ❤️