Self Binding Placemat - SUPER SIMPLE!!

One day project! Make placemats in this simple way, adjustable to any size!
Fabric requirements:
0.35 m (0.5 yd) main/front fabric
0.45 m (0.5 yd) backing/binding fabric
0.35 m (0.5 yd) fusible fleece or batting (we use Pellon Fusible Fleece)
Tools I used: (sold at Cindy Bee's Quilt Shoppe)
505 temporary glue spray
Creative Grids 6-1/2" x 12-1/2" ruler
OR: Wing Clipper by Studio 180 ruler
Omni-Grid 18" x 24" cutting mat
Olfa Ergonomic 45mm rotary cutter
Clover Glass-head pins
Links:
My website: www.cindybeesquiltshoppe.com/
My Facebook: cindybeesquiltshoppe
Featured Music: www.bensound.com
Teacher Cindy Bergeron
Filmed and edited by Tiffany Bergeron

[@callitags]

I'm a beginner at sewing, and looked at several videos, even did a couple of tests of other methods before I came to yours, and found your instructions to be so clear and easy to follow. The results for me came out much nicer than other attempts. It actually looks like I know what I'm doing. ☺Thank you so much for sharing this excellent tutorial.

[@michaeldangelo5810]

I agree and had similar experience. Somehow I managed to mess up some of the other, supposedly fool proof self-binding techniques. This one is clear and easy.

[@christinapearce859]

😅 7:29 your i structions are very ygood but whyndidnt you notice the pattern was off i found that really irritating, I'm surprised you you didnt notice. 7:38

[@callitags]

@@christinapearce859 You're replying to my comment, not the main video. So, it doesn't make much sense. How could you not notice that? If one is going to make critical comments on someone else's 'mistakes' one should probably pay a little more attention to what they're doing themselves. Your whole comment is just a mess.

[@candeesolees4765]

Whoa! Did anyone else notice how the wool mat came to her when she needed it? That was awesome, I need to get me one of those!

[@CindyBeesQuiltShoppe]

It’s magic!!! Lol

[@mariannemcquade7522]

Your instructions are perfectly explained and easy to follow. You're a great teacher. It really helps to talk all the small steps through so we can understand what you know by heart. I'm a beginner and your video is the best one I've ever seen that clearly and concisely instructs how to sew mitered corners for all levels of sewers! Well done and thank you!

[@sharone9230]

Three years late to the game here, but your technique is way easier than other videos I have watched and tried to do at home. Thank you so much!

[@carolinedubose5136]

Wow!! Finally a simple, easy and foolproof way to do mitered corners!!Thank You!!

[@caroldunk.3481]

I picked up quilting to keep sane while Covid. Never in my life I had quillted and I have amazed myself. This is the most awesome and easiest video for mitered corners I have seen in two years. I also learn another way to use my CG 6 inch ruler I had no idea about. I used this technique on a table top for Valentines. The best mitered corners I have done yet. Thank you Cindy for this video. Keep them coming as you have another subscriber.

[@Sharon2by]

finish binding

[@valeriewilson5774]

Ditto all below. Have tried many methods of using the backing as a binding for the front. This method is excellent. Kudos on the instructional value. Nothing left out and done at a pace that is easily understandable. Thank you so much.

[@cstanfield8674]

I make placemats all the time but your video provided an awesome, yet simple way to do the corners (which are always a challenge!!!). With your instruction, I believe my binding on not only placemats but also table runners where I use self-binding will be so much more attractive & provide a beautifully finished look. Thank you sooooo much!!! Happy sewing!

[@coenmarietjiestrydom6814]

Thank you!

[@abagguff9395]

I can't even remember how many videos I've watched to discover how to miter a self-binding quilt! You have saved my sanity, Cindy, because your demonstration is the clearest and most concise step-by-step set of instructions I have come across!! Thank you so very much as I totally understand the process now!! You da bestest!! 🥰

[@charlottecalkins2511]

Love this method! So easy! I’m so glad you shared with us!

[@beckiebrown720]

I’m so glad I found this video! I’m definitely going to give this a try! Thank you!

[@maggiegee8378]

Thanks - it's a great way to do wide binding. Love it!

[@rosasaez901]

Such easy things to do and we never think of them. Thank you for sharing.

[@malenadelgallego2507]

Brilliant tutorial. Can’t wait to try and make some 👏. Thank you so much ❤️

[@mirnamitchell7192]

Those are beautiful! Thank you for sharing and teaching your techniques! Now I have my next projects 😃🌻

[@renamonholland3166]

Thank you for the wonderful tutorial. I love table runners and place mates and will try your instructions.

[@Coalgirl100]

Yes beautiful finished corners. Thank you for the terrific, step by step video.

[@amandabroad6139]

Thank you for this tutorial! Think I have just found what I am going to be making for Christmas presents! Xx

[@bobsmith3790]

That’s a great technique! Thanks so much for sharing that. I’ve been struggling with binding…but I love this!

[@KarenShirey]

I simply LOVE this binding method! I will be using it for sure! Awesome tutorial! THS!

[@ripley2009]

Thanks so much, I love your technique for mitering the corners, and the tip for using the open toe applique foot... such a great idea!!!

[@bbrosser694]

Your placemats are just beautiful! Thank you again for sharing your cutting and sewing steps along with sharing your favorite tools for the very best results.

[@bbrosser694]

Cindy Bee, I am in love with your beautiful design ideas, fabric combinations, and stitching choices. Thank you for sharing your beautiful place mats!

[@emccoy3556]

Amazing! Especially like thickness all the way under the “binding” edges. Really very crisp and beautiful! Thank you!

[@dianecastonguay7735]

Thank you Cindy for the great video. I so miss our Tuesday quilt nights, always learned so much with your patience and expertise!

[@Jocantral]

This is such a great, easy to follow tutorial Thank you! I am having so much fun making some Christmas place mats.

[@deekay1641]

Thank you so very much. You are a great teacher. I can't wait to use these methods, so much easier then the way I have done it.

[@joycebrown560]

Best looking placemats I’ve ever made. Thank you for showing us your method. 😊

[@deebell1135]

Thank you for the mitered corner tutorial! Those mats are so nice!

[@Coalgirl100]

Great video. I have never seen the corner done that way before. “sew Easy” Thanks.

[@greengal4747]

Great simple way to make beautiful placemats. Can't wait to try it. Thank you.

[@gmab4758]

Fascinated by your methodology for self binding. I love it.

[@sharondadswell846]

I also have struggled with mitered corners, this is the best video I have seen. I am so glad I came across your video.

[@donnatrammell7624]

super simple and so professional looking loved it

[@fredaweigand3276]

This will be my #1 technique for bindings,thanks so much I love it.

[@FrithEvans]

Great video! Love this project. You make it look so easy. Can't wait to make some placemats.

[@jeanbaron5279]

This procedure makes it so much simpler to make a placemat with interesting details!

[@nancyjschmidt6855]

This is a terrific tutorial!! I love that you don't have to actually bind the edges as you usually do. I will be using this wonderful sewing idea myself. Thanks so much!

[@gerryglutz1278]

Thank you so much for this easy way to do mitered corners. It has made by gifting creation so much easier and they look so much better than the way I used to do the binding. Thanks again!!!! A FAN!!!

[@anitastanley3885]

Great tutorial - making place mats for meals on wheels as my quilting club's charity project for 2021 and this will be a great finishing step.

[@annemacdonald2516]

Love this idea. Nice crisp corners here! Thank you. I will make these with Christmas fabric!

[@gillscarisbrick645]

Thank you, the mitred corners look so simple to do (with practice I am sure), but were very effective and quick. I shall give this method a go when the opportunity arises.

[@maryannmaki-peterson9040]

I am so happy to have found your video. My binding looks awesome thanks to your instructions and video.

[@lorrainelisotto8169]

Thank you so much for this video! Yesterday I made 16 placemats for gifts and they are adorable!!🎅🏼🎄

[@janiceconyngham5216]

You make it so easy...I even checked my ruler...thank you

[@kathyelliott9792]

I came across your video as I was trying to figure out what to make with some fabric I’ve been holding onto , your instructions are so spot on and easily enough to follow . Thank you so much for this great video , I also subscribed 😄

[@helenzacharias6507]

So concise and easy to follow. The best method of self binding ever!

[@cathyphegley7414]

Excellent instruction! I’m going to make some today!💕

[@mariesullivan7273]

This is very informative. It will now be my go to. So much easier than anything I have tried yet.

[@lucybrown775]

What a great quick method, will try this one some mini quilts

[@BrokenArrowPottery]

Love your method! A lot easier and "cleaner" than some I've seen... ❤

[@AvatarPatricia]

Fantastic! GReat idea and tutorial....think I'll start finishing my small wall hangings this way too!

[@beakittelscherz5419]

Awesome! A perfect Beginner tutorial, with the basics of stitching, corners, step by step planing... Thanks for upload and producing this Video. Well done!

[@barbarameehan113]

I have made these placemats and table runners before but I never did the corners this way. I love this method. Thank you.

[@Wisepati]

You are an excellent teacher. You explain things very well and go at a good pace. Much appreciated.

[@phillippalack9244]

Cindy, you are a genius. I've not ,made placemats before as I did not want to mess with the applied bias binding. Thanks you!!!

[@sandrahallmark500]

Love this idea! I am going to try it tomorrow! Thanks, Cindy!😊

[@SuperSandra513]

Great tutorial. Directions explained very well and easily. Thanks so much, Sandra Klouda

[@julibeswick-valentine3690]

I am impressed with your mitre technique, it gives a very professional finish. You have just taught an "old dog" a new trick. Thank you so much.

[@lesleynicol113]

Thank you for this tutorial. I found it was very easy to follow and I have just completed two mats to cover my boxes. Very pleased with the end result.

[@beverlyondarcho6826]

I wish I lived by you❤️ This is the best video and slow enough & clear enough that I’m going to try these with potholders also😊. Thank you so much

[@jilllazdane8861]

Love the tute. Love the chickens with the chicken wire border. They'll never escape!

[@KH-ko1kh]

Glad I found this after a morning of messing up my doublefold binding application. Back to the drawing board with hopes of a better outcome--thanks so much!

[@athenaharris7328]

I love this tutorial! I did it! I made self binding placemats. Thank you so much! Now i have Christmas placemats!

[@charlirobinson1548]

Well this is just too cool!! Thank you! I hardly ever use my table but I decorate for each season with placemats and napkins but have never sewn any placemats. I think I surely will now.

[@Iceland874]

Very beautiful and looks fun. Thank you for the video.

[@barbarameehan113]

I have made these type of placemats but I never did the corners like this. So much neater then how I do them. Thank you.

[@kiwijenny61]

Wow this is a game changer so pleased to have found you x

[@geraldineself6017]

Awesome simple to sew placemats. Thank you.

[@maryviti6799]

Cindy, Thank you for the time you put into this video! A friend has 300 placemats to have ready for Thanksgiving. Will send her this video. Your binging technique

[@CarmenGonzalez-kz6um]

I am so glad I found your video. For a long time, I've been trying to do this type of placemats. I am going to try this today. Thanks for sharing.

[@ushasridaran8026]

Best ever video for a beautiful finish!

[@cyndiaden9624]

Love these thanks for the great tip on the corners !! Heading to my sewing room !! 😀😀

[@CindyBeesQuiltShoppe]

Have fun!

[@sandrastephens1508]

Just found your channel. Love this method of making placemats. Thank you

[@marysmith861]

I love the combinations of fabric!

[@vickimcfarland1268]

Love the blanket stitch. I make felt beaded and sequined wall hangings and this method would be perfect and no backing needed.

[@marthaheuer5151]

Great tutorial! I am making placemats for my daughter. Thanks!!

[@karenkoutsoumbaris6308]

Loved this, wonderful!

[@mymai2792]

Brilliant this is a great video. Thank you for going through all the steps esp. the mitred corners. Much appreciated. Love from NZ ❤

[@karendsupin1744]

This was the easiest mitered corner video I've found. Thank you

[@debrasonner5970]

You are a clear and wonderful instructor.

[@bettyjohnson111]

Best mustered corner I've ever made, thank you.

[@lucylopez54]

Very nice. Excellent tutorial. Really well explained.

[@piedsvolants]

Thank you for doing this tutorial. Your description and examples are excellent. Using this video, I made my first set of four quilted self-bound placemats and they are lovely. Thank you again.

[@CRAFTINGAGANDMORE]

Loved your directions. I’ve been sewing for many years and made lots of placemats, this will be my new method. Thank you

[@gretroman8235]

Nice video for this self binding method. Placemats are a good way to practice using all those quilting and decorative stitches. I also use this on tablerunners with 90 degree corners.

[@janetcozens4623]

Absolutely brilliant and thank you so much for sharing 👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍

[@ncboot5014]

LOVED this technique ~ GREAT placemats ~ THANK YOU for sharing!! :)

[@Happysewist]

Very nice! I just purchased a new “fancy” sewing machine and you have given me some wonderful ideas. Thank you!

[@lexi4693]

Really like this pattern. You’re a very good instructor had no trouble following along with you. Have a Blessed Day.

[@michelleforeman5581]

Just finished asset of placemats and they were perfect. Thank you

[@judyjones5892]

Thank you! You have made a difficult process and made it so much easier.

[@cindyzak6817]

Super!! Glad I found this again! I need 20 placemats for a craft sale! This will make them much easier!!❤

[@rhondaroberts9581]

I love it! Simple and elegant!

[@elizshultz6602]

Really explained this so well! Thank You. I used this technique on a table runner I just made.

[@CindyBeesQuiltShoppe]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bunniecody2284]

Love these placemats! I don't sew, but am going to get started on beginners classes and I will make your beautiful placemats. Thank you for sharing 🙂

[@sharononeill8049]

Love this just wish it would turn out like this if I made it x

[@Maggita2015]

I love the way you did the stitching! Thank you 🦋

[@FoxyHam]

Thank you for the video! I tried your method and it turned out 97% perfect! It was my first time to sew it as you described!

[@peggyzurn8432]

Awesome video! Great project to get customers to use those decorative stitches.

[@Alicia652]

I LOVE THIS METHOD FOR BINDING MY PLACEMATS AND TABLE-RUNNERS!! It is so easy to do and finished product looks so professional! I just whipped out 4 Christmas placemats and a Table-Runner in no time! Thanks so much for sharing!❤❤