EASY Hexagon TABLE TOPPER || Fun Quilting Project!

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😍 FREE TUTORIAL! 😍 Let's Make it!
This easy hexagon table topper is perfect for any area you want to add a little pop! AND this is a free tutorial! I will take you step by step in making these. You won't want to stop with just one! Make them scrappy or themed.
Time Stamps for this Free Table Top Tutorial:
00:00 Introduction
00:55 Template Explanation
01:48 Supply Lists
02:28 Preparing the Fabrics
03:33 Cutting the Center Hexagons
04:19 Cutting the Outer Hexagons
05:07 Mark the Registration Marks
06:20 Assembling Hexagon Pieces
09:41 OPTIONAL: Hand Stitching "Binding" Down
12:00 Topstitching Around Hexagon Units
13:45 OPTIONAL: Whip Stitching Hexagons Together
16:57 Satin Stitching Between the Hexagons
18:00 Final Thoughts
Here are the supplies you will need:
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3" Hexagon (7.62 cm)
2" Hexagon (5.08 cm)
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Elmer's School Glue amzn.to/41XCfML
Clips and/or Pins
Marking Pen or Pencil amzn.to/40VABdh
Matching Thread
General Sewing Supplies
Fabric Requirements (see metric conversions below)
Main Fabric:
(1) Strip 4" x 30"
(1) Piece 5.75" x 6.75"
Coordinating Fabric:
(1) Strip 6.75" x WOF (width of fabric)
Sub-cut into (6) 5.75" x 6.75" pieces and (1) 4" x 4.75" piece
Fusible Fleece:
(1) Strip 4" x 30"
(1) Piece 4" x 4.75"
Metic Measurements:
(1) Strip 10.16 cm x 76.2 cm
(1) Piece 14.605 cm x 17.145 cm
Coordinating Fabric:
(1) 17.145 cm x WOF (width of fabric)
Sub-cut into (6) 14.605 cm x 17.145 cm pieces and 10.16 cm x 12.065 cm piece
Fusible Fleece:
(1) Strip 10.16 cm x 76.2 cm
(1) Piece 10.16 cm x 12.065 cm
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@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Link to the Ornament Video I mentioned: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aLl6fq2l2bjKkp8.html All the cutting instructions & materials are listed in the description. I also included the metric sizes, too!

@mariejohns1387 Жыл бұрын

I laughed at the ink will disappear, not the pen!!😂 this is really cute!! Thanks Kris!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 When I was editing, I thought, "Well, that doesn't sound right!"

@suestutzle2779 Жыл бұрын

I am addicted to these hexigons. I have had the Daisy and Grace ones for a few years now. I even have the half hexie, diamonds, smaller hexies.. and so it goes on.. Yep, I love them. I am an instant person and sew it all with my machine. I have table toppers (I have a round table so I made mine roundish) but you can make them rectangular. I have a rectangular one on my chest of drawers in my bedroom which is also doubles up as my dressing table. I then have matching bed side table topers. In the guest bedroom I have a hexi topper on the cupboard top and one for the bedside lamp. Christmas placemats with matching coasters. A placemat for our cat and my daughter's cats. I am currently working on a coverlet, making them in the pattern of Grandmothers Garden for our Queen size bed. I like doing them at retreats as they are pretty much a mindless, relaxing project that I can stop at anytime and chat with whoever comes and then it's easy to just go back to without making a boo boo. If I am tired or not feeling well but I want to do something, they are great because they are so relaxing. My good sewing friend likes to hand sew all of hers and she has made beautiful lap quilts. Help, I can't stop. haha

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Wow, wow, wow! That is incredible! For your lap quilt, how are you making it soft? When I tried this technique with bigger projects, they are so stiff. I would love some advice on this! Thank you for sharing all your projects! Amazing!

@astorybookfinish5055 Жыл бұрын

I see them used as placemats in a patriotic color way for Memorial Day and Fourth of July. Also love the idea of turning my scraps into coasters using this method. Saving the video.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

So glad you love it! They would make great placemats. ❤️

@lisamarieesposito4842 Жыл бұрын

Watched this video and then when you mentioned about the ornaments…I had to go find that video!!! I have lots of fabric that is small(er) panels and I hate to cut them (yes..they are old(er) fabrics) but this project might just work for them!!! Thank you!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Yay! So glad you love it! The ornaments are so much fun, too! ❤️

@sharonbrignac4810 2 ай бұрын

I have not made this but I think I would like to . Great job. I love all your projects you are one of my go to. Have a wonderful week.

@SewtheDistance Ай бұрын

Thank you so much! That makes me so happy! 🥰

@judylitton4198 Жыл бұрын

just love this project 😍❤. one day.i will try this thank you for sharing God Bless everyone ❤🙏😊.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! They are a lot of fun to make. God bless to you, too! ❤️

@kathleenkumiega1092 Жыл бұрын

When you’re folding the edges, if you fold in the other direction you can sew it by machine because the edge corners will be in the other direction

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Yes, I’ve tried this. Maybe it’s because I’m left handed, but I still can’t get them to line up. This is what works best for me, but I’m sure there are so many other ways to do this that work best for others. Thank you for the tip! ❤️

@christinefink6661 5 ай бұрын

This is a beautiful addition to my tablescape! ♥️

@SewtheDistance 5 ай бұрын

Oh, I just love that! I hope you are recovering well. Thinking of your and praying for you! ❤️

@trekkiemary Жыл бұрын

Glad to see I'm not the only quilter who sometimes cuts with the non-dominant hand. When I first started quilting, nobody told me to not do it, so I did just so I wouldn't have to move the fabric. Thanks for the video, I have a small kitchen table that this table topper will be a perfect size!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

It comes in handy to cut with both hands! Love that you have a place for this project! Let me know if you have any questions! ❤️

@MimiSew-Sew Жыл бұрын

I started making a hexie quilt like this tutorial at least a year ago. Now that I've seen this video, i think I'll make table toppers instead. Looks like a project I can complete. Thx for your ideas and sharing with all of us.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Oh yay! Glad it inspired you to repurpose a project! Thank you for sharing and for watching!

@eileenmeyers6080 Жыл бұрын

I make balls for children using hexies. They are cute and nice and soft for kids. Can make them any size you want. And I too make coasters with hexies, using seven of them. One for the backing and then folding the other six in half for the front. Maybe you could do a tutorial on them for others. Easy to make and only one seam plus topstitching.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Wow! That is amazing! I have seen the balls made with hexies, but haven't made them yet. I will have to give it a try! Thank you!

@diannplatt-roberts8692 Жыл бұрын

I haven't made any of these, but they would make freat gifts.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Yes! Perfect for most occasions! ❤️

@arvettadelashmit9337 Жыл бұрын

This would make cute baby quilts (if made bigger). Your table toppers are beautiful.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Great idea! Thank you so much! ❤️

@sewbeitquilts Жыл бұрын

Wonderful tutorial! Thank you for all of your tips and thorough details! I love that you showed us how to hand sew just in case we would like to do that!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Fallon! ❤️ So glad you like it!

@dianajones8837 8 ай бұрын

Hello Kris, I've seen tutorials before on this idea but yours is way ahead of the others in being so clear and easy to follow. Thanks so much for your enthusiasm, too! Diana. xx

@SewtheDistance 8 ай бұрын

You're very welcome! What a wonderful compliment. Thank you so much! 🥰

@janemason9215 Жыл бұрын

Love your fabric choices. I think I will try a table runner. Thank you

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! A table runner is a great idea! ❤️

@dannamcgowen3889 Жыл бұрын

I'm making crumb blocks for the center fabrics. I've been making these with the Daisy & Grace template from MSQC. I like the Daisy & Grace template because you canposition the batting and center piece really quick with no marking. I wish D&G made larger template rings for different sizes.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Great idea! I like that about the templates, too, but I still seemed to bump them when removing them. Lol! I am clumsy with them I guess. Love the idea of making them with crumbs! Thanks for sharing!

@lindaphelps5751 Жыл бұрын

Love the idea of making a table topper. I have two different sets by Daisy & Grace. I really like your tulip topper for Spring.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you! The tulips make me happy, too! ❤️

@elizabethamis9376 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. I have used these templates and found it tricky to get the fabrics smooth. But your tips have shown me how to deal with this. Thanks so much. ❤

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Yay! So happy this video helped! ❤️

@sallybrown5526 Жыл бұрын

Hi Kris! Love this project. I would have loved to have seen a real close up of the topper. I have never seen one done with satin stitches. Thank again.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

I should have done that! Sorry about that. If you want to email me at sewthedistance@gmail.com, I can send you a close-up picture of it. So glad you like it!

@anitalapierre1585 Жыл бұрын

I love how you put this together! Its like quilt as you go epp withought the paper. I want to make a quilt like this!! I have the same template set. I used the smalles one to make paper templates and i have tons of them glue basted and some sewn into flowers. I'm working from home but will be going back into the office soon and i plan on taking the epp to keep ar work, to work so i have something to do with my hands.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

So glad you like it! I have thought about making it into a quilt, but I am worried it will be super stiff and not very cuddly. I may give it a try at some point, however. Great suggestion! I use these templates much more than I ever thought I would, EPP included! They have come in handy! Thank you for sharing and watching!

@carolinek.128 Жыл бұрын

Have made many using the yellow set of templates. So much fun. Liked how you put them together. Mine are mostly hand sewn.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you! They are fun, aren't they? Love making these, too! ❤️

@sewquilty Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the link to these templates--I'm not happy with the set I have & so I will try these. I made one with a winter theme fabric, added a ribbon & used it as my January door decoration. Great tutorial--very clear!

@themirrorimagestitcher Жыл бұрын

The door decoration is a brilliant idea!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

OH! That is such a wonderful idea! Thank you!

@barbaracoleman9215 Жыл бұрын

I purchased the Hexagon acrylic from MSQC and watched the video. I like yours as a reinforcement of the skill. Thank you . I love your channel! Scraps be gone! whoo whoo!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I am happy this video helps! Scraps be gone, indeed! 😍

@tracyrichmond-pshyk8863 Жыл бұрын

Great project. I have both of these sets of templates and have a WIP that has been lingering for a few years now ( I know crazy) the intent was to do a whole quilt with the hexis but several table toppers or even table runners might be a good idea. Thanks for sharing, always enjoy watching your videos.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

If that's crazy, I am crazy, too! LOL! So many UFOs in my stash! I understand completely! 😊 Thank you so much for watching my videos! ❤️❤️❤️

@susanonealsmith8434 Жыл бұрын

I love this!! I've been making hexies pretty much all of April! Both small one inch hexies and the MSQC template. I love your table topper idea!! Especially the scrappy one - thanks for a wonderful tutorial!!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I am happy to hear I am not the only one who loves these! LOL! They are addictive! ❤️

@louisealley4703 Жыл бұрын

Hi glad to see someone else is using the templates to make mats. I have the Missouri star two piece set. Made them individually as you have. Then a light bulb moment hit me! I joined all the backs by machine using the line where you fold them over the edges of the center piece. Joining sections together till I had however many I needed in a row joined the rows together leaving the outer folding edges loose. Then I inserted the middle section folded as you did and machined together, works perfectly. Just wanted to share! Hope this made sense. Lol. Lou

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

What a great idea! So smart, and yes, it makes sense! What do you do at the intersections? Love this idea! Thanks for sharing!

@sewquilty Жыл бұрын

Clever!

@louisealley4703 Жыл бұрын

Ok the only way I can explain this is! I drew around the inner edge of the outer template (section left for folding over the center hexagon). Then put two back pieces together right sides and sew from point to point on drawing lines exactly. Adding new back piece working across your row! Work across or around , your next sewing line will start at the point you stopped, it will look odd all your fold over edges flopping around. In the end you have sewn a full inner hexagon. It’s basically a quilt as you go system. Then add your Centers fold over and hand or matching stitch down. Just make sure your drawn lines are accurate, so when you put your center in, it fits. I back stitched at each corner point. I’d send a picture just not tech savvy, sorry. Let me know how this works for you. Thanks Lou

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

@@louisealley4703 I am so going to try this! Thank you! ❤️

@louisealley4703 Жыл бұрын

@@SewtheDistance glad to hear, hope it works for you the back comes out so smooth. I didn’t find that I had any gaps sewing up to the previous point and sew on. Almost like doing a partial seam. But not. You’re not leaving a 1/4” or anything Please let me know if it works. Explaining my method is one thing and doing it is another. Thanks again for your interest. Lou

@lindapiskorz6285 Жыл бұрын

I have made soooo many of these but your tip about using fusible fleece is the best. I would cut all the hexis but also cut the fleece too. Great time saver. I have made table runners and 3 round table toppers. I’m a gluer too. Love all your videos.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Great ideas! Thank you so much! Gluers unite! LOL! ❤️

@angeliaulrich9722 Жыл бұрын

This is great! Thank you. I happen to have the templates but never thot of a table topper. I love hexies & yours are so pretty. Now they are on my gift list!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Glad it inspired you to make one! ❤️

@ShadowMoonFarms Жыл бұрын

Really cute idea. Thanks for sharing

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you! ❤️ You are so welcome!

@jenniferfriesen7691 10 ай бұрын

So cute! I’m seeing sunflowers.

@SewtheDistance 10 ай бұрын

Oh! This would be so cute as a sunflower! Great idea!

@frannicat Жыл бұрын

I like the coaster idea, especially for seasons, but I try to hand sew as little as possible. LOL😂 Bad Thumb! Thx for the tut...😊

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

I understand that! You can make them without the handwork. Maybe just use some extra glue on those corners? That may help!

@RoseWaddell-jj7oe Жыл бұрын

I have the one from MSQC, but have not used it yet. I want a set like you have with various sizes. I Love your videos.❤❤❤

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I do love that set with the different sizes, too! I used a friend's set at a workshop last year and had to get them. I have used them so much!

@VintageStylebyJo Жыл бұрын

Sooooo adorable ❤🤗👍

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

@silverpromidi Жыл бұрын

I really need the sewing machine AND the space for it that you have 🤣 Now to grab that hexagon set and get adventurous 😁

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Lol! I love my machine and space! Thank you! So glad you are going to make these! They are fun!

@silverpromidi Жыл бұрын

@@SewtheDistance maybe a tad addictive??? 😄

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Just a little! 😂

@silverpromidi Жыл бұрын

@@SewtheDistance 😂now she tells me 🤣🤣

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

😀

@kathydunn8244 11 ай бұрын

So cute❤❤. I going to try and make one. 👏👏👏

@SewtheDistance 11 ай бұрын

Yay! Let me know if you have any questions! ❤️

@louanncox1446 Жыл бұрын

so much fun!!!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

@dawng.5801 Жыл бұрын

I love this project can’t wait to get started!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

YAY! So glad you like it! Let me know if you have any questions! ❤️

@sharonframpton1887 Жыл бұрын

Hi! Wow! I'm making this now!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Hi! YAY! Let me know if you have any questions! So excited you are making it.

@deborahmeares1048 Жыл бұрын

That's a pretty cool hexagon set have you seen the ones from Daisy and Grace they have interlocking pieces it's pretty cool

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

I have! I mention them at the beginning of this video, but it was a quick blurb so you may have missed it. I like them, too! Thanks for sharing!

@kimberlykcmcrochet4489 9 ай бұрын

Love it.❤

@SewtheDistance 9 ай бұрын

Thanks! They are fun and addictive! ❤️

@karenbrunette6314 Жыл бұрын

Very cute

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

@kathleenstorer691 Жыл бұрын

I believe AccuQuilt also has hexagon dies? These would be great for our camper as the table we have in there is too small for regular placemats!

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

They probably do! Great idea! Thanks, Kathleen!

@jenniferanderson7080 11 ай бұрын

Would be cute using a decorative stitch. I wonder if you glued going the other direction around the hexi, the corners wouldn’t flip. 🤔

@SewtheDistance 11 ай бұрын

That’s a great point! I’ll have to try that. Love the idea of using decorative stitches, too! Thank you! ❤️

@livingweirdestherc6644 Жыл бұрын

That’s really neat

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

@louisevannorden2001 Жыл бұрын

I love it! It would be a cute/pretty way to make coasters. I have a question. Is fabric permanent glue really permanent…like, through the washing machine, in a net bag? I saved this video. I want to make one one of these days.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Great question! The fabric glue I use to keep it in the center is Sewline and will evaporate over time. It’s considered temporary. It is also water soluble. Elmer’s school glue will wash out with water and a mild soap. Hope this helps!

@suestutzle2779 Жыл бұрын

The templates you used are Sew Easy whereas I have the Daisy and Grace templates. Missouri Star sell them in America for Daisy and Grace which is a UK company. I buy mine direct from the UK. It is a different style of doing the hexies but the end result is the same. I am biased but I think my templates are the best. haha. I just revisited this video because I was sure you didn't use the same templates as mine so I had to check.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

LOL! Thanks for watching again! I didn't get a chance to after our conversation about t it! 😂 I hope you are doing well! i will write back soon!

@jylromain6439 Жыл бұрын

Hi Kris. These are really cute and so easy. I can't wait to try it. I think I have an MSQC hexi on my wall. Do you think we can make one in triangles? I know I have those templates...I just don't know why I have so many. 😁

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Oh! I didn’t even think about triangles! I will have to look for those templates. I don’t see why you couldn’t. You may have to miter the points differently, but other than that, I think you could do it! Great idea!

@dianehuntley2493 Жыл бұрын

😊

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

❤️

@bonniestalhiem8025 Жыл бұрын

I love your owl wall hanging! Is there a pattern for it?👵🏻

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! It is an Accuquilt die, so it really isn't a pattern per se. Here's a link: www.accuquilt.com/go-owl.html . Hope this helps!

@Wanda6308 Жыл бұрын

That is so cute. I do not have the tools you used but I do have a thin plastic hexi I could use. and then measure up the outer measurement. I have a question for you. Can I make a bunch of the table toppers and connect them all together to make a larger one in the same manner as you sewed the smaller ones together?

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Yes, you can do that, too! They make beautiful table runners, quilts, and other projects. Just keep adding hexies. ❤️ Hope this helps!

@helenfinaldi8645 Жыл бұрын

I’m curious if they can be hot mats for the table to put hot dish of food on? Have you tried to do them with thinsulate?

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

I haven't tried that, but I am sure you could! Great idea! Thank you!

@karenrobertson8413 Жыл бұрын

Sew cute

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

@rise2824 Жыл бұрын

I have the set from MSQC, but I would like to know where you got your set of 8?

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Sure! I got it on Amazon. Here’s a link! amzn.to/3puKKAH

@cherylcurlee3279 Жыл бұрын

Cute project, but this girl hates hand sewing! Thanks for sharing.

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

I understand completely! I almost didn’t put it in because I didn’t want people to think they had to hand sew, but that’s the way I do it so I included it. You can make it without. ❤️

@robingoodgion650 Жыл бұрын

They are so easy to machine sew them. I don't do hand stitch a thing

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

I've tried and they just don't come out right for me without hand sewing first. Kudos to you for being able to do it! I wish I could! ❤️

@jenniferanderson7080 11 ай бұрын

Would be cute using a decorative stitch. I wonder if you glued going the other direction around the hexi, the corners wouldn’t flip. 🤔

@janjanenglish2791 Жыл бұрын

Top stitch and hand stitch, why?

@SewtheDistance Жыл бұрын

Sorry if there is confusion. I don’t top stitch it. I hand stitch (baste) the seam allowance down so it stays flat when I sandwich it and quilt it. I hope this helps!

@alexandra-zaza-burns 2 ай бұрын

You only need to do one or the other. If you pin or clip you wouldn’t need to do the hand stitching. Daisy and Grace who make MSQC templates has great tutorials on KZfaq.

@juliescreativeneedle7794 Ай бұрын

@@alexandra-zaza-burnsshe just prefers the way that looks.