How to SEW Napkins EASY | No Miters, Simple Hems

[@PattymacMakes]

Who’s ready for a fun way to jazz up your week night dinner? 💁🏻‍♀️🎶

[@betsyhills7845]

I’ve already picked twelve fabrics from my stash of fq’s & pressed them. Was thinking of using my fancy stitches to hem the sold color ones . Let the fun begin and another check mark ✔️ off my Christmas list! Hurrah 😃 thanks again.

[@CM-wj9mm]

Adding this to Christmas gifts.

[@PattymacMakes]

It’s s great choice for a handmade gift because it’s pretty quick and it doesn’t take up tons of space in the meantime.

[@angelapa9513]

Thank you Patty ❤️

[@PattymacMakes]

You’re welcome!! I tried this out on a whim and ended up loving it!

[@BexfromTexas]

I love the idea of non matching napkins, very whimsical

[@PattymacMakes]

Thanks Bex! I had a lot of fun putting these together!

[@jsjohnson55]

Starting to sew again after 35 year 🤷‍♀️ break, I needed a beginner project to re-learn how to use a sewing machine and make something recognizable. This was a perfect tutorial and Patty is the perfect teacher to get me re-started. ❤

[@PattymacMakes]

Oh thank you so much for leaving such a supportive comment!! I really do appreciate it, and I'm so happy you were able to use the information. I love making my napkins like this and do them all this way now. I can do the mitered corners, but it's so fussy and I think this method looks very nice. It's all in pressing properly and getting your edges square.

[@PattymacMakes]

You should look up my pillowcase project next and try that!! I have a simple zippered bag project you might enjoy as well, but start with the pillowcase. Oh and I have some strip pieced placemats that are super easy and look fantastic you will probably enjoy.

[@jsjohnson55]

@@PattymacMakes Thanks for the suggestions -- I will definitely make these! I ❤️ 💙💜 your teaching style.

[@ejpcampbell6466]

Patty. Enjoyed your tutorial. Will be making napkins and matching placemats as Christmas gifts, so appreciate your tutorial. Also will make your tree napkins for hostess gifts.......Ellie

[@PattymacMakes]

Thank You Ellie! I'm really happy you enjoyed this quick little project. I thought these were really fun to make and incorporating a little chained sewing lets us make several pieces quickly and easily. I'm so happy you remember the trees from last year! I love napkins and placemats and have many more to come.

[@annabossarodriguez5738]

Wonderful! It's just that for 3 minutes and like 5 seconds its talk. The demonstration is great! Thanks so much.

[@PattymacMakes]

Thanks Anna!! I love this napkin project and I still make them all this way.

[@annabossarodriguez5738]

@@PattymacMakes I'm going to try this for Christmas. Thanks for sharing.

[@cindygaudet1390]

Just found you as want to make napkins. I also have material to sew a ‘quilt’well a front back and batting for grandson. And my granddaughter a panel with 3 borders and a binding,eeek! So glad to be able to go back and watch! Thanks for easy but well explained video!

[@PattymacMakes]

Thank you Cindy!! I love this napkin project. I've done the mitered corners but I prefer this. It's much easier to get them sewn and I think it looks really nice on the table. I'm using some now! I do have a fairly in depth series on putting on borders and right now I'm editing about making quilt sandwiches at home. Then I'll show you my binding method which I think is LOADS easier than what is generally shown. I hope you enjoy them and that they help you!

[@betsyhills7845]

Perfect gift & so easy! Thanks 😊

[@PattymacMakes]

I'm glad you like them Betsy!

[@audenejay4291]

A tip from a pro sewer. Get a Hot Hemmer, made by several companies, to fold your hems. It grabs your fabric and can be ironed on. I took some fusing material and laid two end to end and fused them to make mine longer. Then when I want shorter fabric hemmed I just fold it to the shorter size. Hard to explain. But works much better and faster than the hem gauge used here. Hope this helps. I do not sell or have anything to do with the companies that make these. I just love this tool. Saves me so much time ad I am more accurate.

[@PattymacMakes]

Thank you! I will look into it! I don't do all that much hemming so I'm not convinced I need a tool for it, but I will look into it.

[@audenejay4291]

@@PattymacMakes The tool is very inexpensive. Is more accurate and saves time.

[@MitchAndPhilip]

Well you already know how much we like to set the table, so we had to come see what you were up to. And we're so glad we did! These napkins are so beautiful. Once again, each and every stitch of your sewing is impeccable. We love all of the cool fabric patterns you showed; you always find the best stuff to work with. So great to see you and your channel doing so well!

[@PattymacMakes]

Thank you so much guys!! This is kind of a perfect project for Phillip because you can take your tablescape design to the next level! Your tables are already so beautiful, so picking out your own prints and fabric would be completely next level!! Thanks for your compliment and support.

[@lifehappens587]

YAY! So making these for my beautiful daughter, and Me too! She loves beautiful napkins from World Market to use as toppers for the shelves in her free standing kitchen unit. I love love ❤️ these! Thank you for the fun idea, and pleasant tutorial!

[@PattymacMakes]

Thank you Moe! I'm really happy you enjoyed it! It's really fun to personalize the fabrics for seasons and decor. And it's a quick sew. You feel like you accomplished something in an afternoon which I think feels great.

[@peggymontero4263]

Thank you Patty... your instructions are so clear...just finished manning 4 napkins and very happy with them

[@PattymacMakes]

I'm so happy to hear this!!! Aren't they just the best napkins? I love making them this way!

[@lifehappens587]

Oh…and making matching placemats to go with the napkins as well…..such a fun gift to give, and I’m sure will be well received!

[@PattymacMakes]

I had a lot of fun with these and I'd love to do another big batch! They are perfect gifts to be sure!

[@vickikhuskins6883]

I would add mug rug, too!

[@ednabiel1665]

Absolutely love this method and your tutorial. Napkins come out perfect. Thank you. I am a big fan. ❤️

[@PattymacMakes]

Thank you so much!! I love them, too!! I thought, why am I working myself to death on mitered corners?? The hemmed version looks great and they are super easy to do. I'm really happy you gave them a whirl!

[@rochestermanagementservice6082]

Patty, just love the simplicity and class of these napkins. Your "think- aloud" voiceover teaches more than the steps involved in making a napkin. You are encouraging us to plan, prepare, be accurate, and incorporate suggested tips and techniques that will create successful future sewing projects, as well. I got some fat quarters in the grandkids' favorite colors to make each a "raggedy journal cover." I think I'll make napkins to match. Thanks for the idea and tutorial.❤️ Hugs from Cheryl in AZ

[@PattymacMakes]

Oh Cheryl, I really do appreciate your kind and supportive comments! I may have to use some of this comment in the testimonials I'm planning to put on my website. Yes, I want to share fun little sewing projects, but encourage people to make it their own. I'm planning some more fun items to make for the children in our lives so be watching!

[@rochestermanagementservice6082]

@@PattymacMakes You have my permission. I know when I learn from you, I'm learning correct techniques. 😊 I appreciate that, Patty! Cheryl

[@PattymacMakes]

@@rochestermanagementservice6082 Thank you so much Cheryl!! To be honest, I'm sharing projects I'm really making and showing you how I did it. So I can't claim that I'm doing it all by the book. LOL Mostly, but not always.

[@TeenaBolton]

You are so inspiring. Thank-you for such precise tutorials.

[@PattymacMakes]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you find them helpful!

[@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509]

Such a cute gift idea for Christmas presents. Thank you for sharing!

[@PattymacMakes]

Thanks for watching Brenda! I thought it was really fun putting these together!

[@beckytheobsessedstitcher1170]

Great tutorial Patty!! Thank you!

[@PattymacMakes]

Thanks Becky! I loved making these!

[@AthenaAtonement]

omg that's such an amazing tutorial, thank you so much!!

[@PattymacMakes]

Thank you! I love making them! And I hope you will try!

[@gaylevincent2397]

Thank you for sharing 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 I have made several napkins for Christmas last year 🤗🤗

[@PattymacMakes]

You're welcome Gayle! I hope you enjoy this simplified version in your project toolbox.

[@alinah.]

Wouldn't you want to wash the fabric first, especially cotton?

[@PattymacMakes]

You certainly can! I generally don't for filming videos because it looks better on camera and in pictures before washing.

[@lifehappens587]

YAY!

[@janiegiordano9295]

Great tutorial!

[@PattymacMakes]

Thank you Janie! It's a really fun project to sew and I do hope you will make a few of these!

[@Hisbeloved14ever]

As I’m not a quilter I have no idea what you mean when you say “stitch using the tabs like you do in quilting.” Can you please explain this technique? Thank you!

[@PattymacMakes]

Of course! A tab is a little piece of fabric you use at the start and finish of sewing. I helps to save thread and it will catch the "bird's nesting" we sometimes get at the start of sewing. You just sew over the little header, stitch and little space and then start the actual piece you want to sew. At the end, sew another tab. Then snip you sewing loose from the tabs. you'll see that your ender is now your new header. This video might help if you want more info kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5ewpJ-uqdh5hZo I hope this helps!

[@stephanielimas3794]

Thank you

[@PattymacMakes]

You're welcome! I hope you'll try them!

[@luannbriggs1917]

Another great tutorial video Patty!...Cloth napkins are a nice gift idea...what is your opinion on prewash or no prewash for these napkins?...

[@PattymacMakes]

Thanks LuAnn! In real life, you could certainly prewash in real life, but for photography and videos I generally work with unwashed fabric. It's easier to handle and looks more vibrant in pictures. I will use these in food photos so I won't wash them until I need them washed from crumbs or frosting.

[@patcerrachio3584]

Thank you!!!!

[@PattymacMakes]

I hope you try them out! I love mine!

[@kathytincler2446]

That was way too easy. I was waiting for another step or 2 which is usually something that ends giving me fits but it didn't come yay. I'm a terrible cutter....can't seem to get the proper hang of it no matter what I watch but will work on it. Tfs :D

[@PattymacMakes]

Starch and a good iron is the secret to getting that to work. It helps SO MUCH. When I figured this out, I knew I had to share it on the channel, because it IS so easy!

[@MyMountainHomeandKitchen]

Hi. This was a great tutorial and tried it tonight. I am having trouble with my machine stalling at the beginning and end of the second round of hemming when all the fabric is folded up on each other at the corners. My machine can’t manage all those layers. Any tips? Thanks.

[@PattymacMakes]

It IS a LOT of layers. You might try putting a fresh machine needle into the machine and try again. Sometimes the needle is dull and that will greatly impact your ability to get through a lot of layers...as well as make sure you're using the correct needle! A good all purpose machine needle works well. A Schmetz 80/12 is my go to for most all of my cotton sewing. Presser foot also plays into it. Make sure you have an all purpose presser foot on to help the machine get over the bulk. And lastly, you might try sewing a tab at the beginning and end to assist the machine with getting itself going. If you try all of this, and you still have issues, you may want to consider a machine with a little more horse power. Or you could hand crank over the thickest parts. I hope that helps!!!

[@MyMountainHomeandKitchen]

@@PattymacMakes Thank you so much, those are awesome suggestions. Looking forward to making these.

[@dcwatashi]

You should definitely wash and dry your fabric if you are making these cloth napkins

[@PattymacMakes]

I do agree with you, but for pictures and video, unwashed fabric looks much better. It also has more structure and sews nicer on camera, so for small projects like these I do not pre wash. When I go to sew my curtains or something to wear, I definitely prewash because in those cases the shrinkage would be a huge issue.

[@dcwatashi]

@@PattymacMakes Thank you for responding. Maybe just mention it because there are a lot of people that watch these videos that are beginners and it would be a shame to make such beautiful napkins and then come to find out that when their friends or family wash them they shrunk😱😱

[@PattymacMakes]

@@dcwatashi It's a great point!! But if you're using fat quarters then it's a precut so if it shrinks now or later is not a deal breaker. And if you sew before, then at least the fabric doesn't unravel all over the place. I generally don't prewash the placemats or napkins or quilts and it's been fine. But I do understand your point. Maybe I should do a video on whether to prewash or not.

[@dcwatashi]

@@PattymacMakes to wash or not to wash that is the question!!! 😂😅😀

[@donnah5378]

👍🏾

[@PattymacMakes]

Thanks Donna! I hope you try them out!

[@terryriley7490]

Okay, I'm really new at this...so you said press and starch the fabric...so what kind of starch are you talking about?

[@PattymacMakes]

There's a general spray starch called Mary Ellen's spray starch. If you google it, it comes right up. You just mist a little onto the fabric, let it dry and then press away.

[@gfrosie5997]

Shouldn’t fabric be prewashed

[@PattymacMakes]

You definitely can do that! For purposes of photography and videos I generally don't. It looks better in pictures and sews nicer in a video when the fabric is unwashed.

[@valeriespackman4102]

If you starch it first, it is essentially the same thing. Your fabric shrinks as if you had washed it. I believe she starched it first.