Store-Bought Quilt Hack #1: Make Easy Placemats!

[@dianedixon7548]

Great idea!

[@wowzieee]

When someone inspires and thinks outside the box, re purposes items, gets a thumbs up. Keep inspiring.

[@floydwombacher9147]

You could also make a table runner out of the quilt to match placemats

[@cindyadams9823]

Loved this!!! Thanks!

[@Beechnut2U]

I love this! Thanks!

[@marymcdonough1390]

Love your channel!❤❤❤

[@shelleykelley5896]

When I first saw this specific quilt being cut I was appalled. Period. But then, I realized I could scatter the quilt (which I do own) throughout my house or take it with me! Now that concept I really love. The quilt has all of my fav colors and designs, plus it is already quilted.. What an idea! You rocked this for sure! Thank you ! You have a new and dedicated subscriber. Sewing machine cover, mixer cover, toaster cover, casserole carrier, and a tote for me. Just love it.

[@carolschall4361]

My son-in-law bought a used Tesla and it is awesome. By the way my mother had always said your age is only a number, now that I turned 79 the day after Christmas I totally agree, it’s only a number. Belated happy birthday 🎂🎉 Thank you for all of your great ideas 💡

[@JOYCEESTLE]

Mr. Totten, I hope you realize how much I helped you, lol. I agreed every time you showed me, nodded my head for others & you made me laugh because coming from a family of sewers, if any of us 3 kids got into an argument, my mom would say "PUT A PIN IN IT" tellng us to shut up. Thank you for the entertainment as well as the memories. I believe I will be going to W/M tomorrow to start these for our Christmas dinner. You are my favorite!!!

[@oncallphonemottes620]

LOVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@judidavieswebb]

I have just found you! I am 72 and an avid quilter and crafter. I live in Leicester in the UK. Your videos are clear and easy to follow. Thank you. These placemats are wonderful and a great way to use a shop bought bedspread! 😊

[@timothytotten9409]

Thanks for joining me!

[@blissfulacresoffgridhomest2098]

Ohhhhh, visions of chair back covers and covers for my vitamix and kitchenaid. Plus potholders etc!!! Thank you!

[@timothytotten9409]

You’re reading my mind! Just wait lol

[@melisahorsley2061]

🥰 Thank You for this video❣️ Great idea👌🏻

[@karenfranko5671]

I totally enjoy your KZbin videos. They are interesting, crafty, relatively easy to understand and accomplish, useful and very well detailed/ explained. In 47 days I’ll be 72! You’re just a “baby “. Enjoy your “toy” 😊.

[@indiajohnsey2729]

Happy birthday 🎉🎈,

[@margeryciambra7344]

I enjoyed this video....I made a bucket basket from the pioneer woman collection. Came out great....however I like the store bought quilt a better way to go.. terrific idea Tim- margy

[@caps326]

Love this!

[@131dyana]

I doubt if I will do this but it was interesting. Thanks.

[@donaldpetrino8232]

Tim my name is Don today I turned 81 don't feel b ad at45 your still young anyway I love the placemat idea you showed also I just bought a sunbeam iron at target same price when you as many years a s I have you go through alot of irons had to tell you that keep up the great work I like your channel don

[@timothytotten9409]

Thanks Don! Happy birthday!!

[@Sweetrose333]

Fantastic. Thank you 😍

[@abeautifulworld3781]

Wow!! Got that corner!!

[@joanndutton1896]

Fantasy!!!

[@stacyjohnson5388]

I remember my great grandmother doing something like this when I was about 4 years old. She was using a treadle machine and a quilt she bought at a garage sale.

[@dianehuntley2493]

Great idea! Going to look for a Christmas themed quilt😊

[@dorisp9127]

Love the turquoise pattern.

[@timothytotten9409]

Me too! I’m working with another pattern soon that is from the Pioneer Woman line.

[@aproverbs31woman59]

Very smart! Thanks for the great idea!

[@barbararuden7848]

Great idea. I never thought of using quilts for placemats. Half the work is already done!

[@nancypage8061]

What size of premade quilt are you using?

[@lisamcdonald2877]

I've used placemats to make tote bags before, and a clutch bag. At first I thought that he was going to make a quilt out of placemats, lol.

[@vickirobles3406]

Great video relaxing!

[@shirleyburrum4818]

GREAT IDEA! ❤

[@judierenfrow8073]

This is the first video demo that I have seen that shows this technique for binding. Thank you. I could never figure it out how exactly to do it. I love this idea of using store bought quilts to do placemats. Lots of other possibilities as well.

[@timothytotten9409]

Glad it was helpful!

[@deliacumoletti6549]

I just came across your channel and I will definitely be watching you more and. That’s is a great idea for making placemats and a lot cheaper to make thanks for sharing

[@ymanajohnson5330]

Very pretty placemat and there is the possibility for plenty more. I like it. Can't wait to see the additional uses for this Wal-Mart bedspread. It sounds like they are all practical and useful. A winner each time. Thank you.

[@barbcoleus]

What a great idea to use quilts for quilted projects. I could make traveling pads for my kitties carriers

[@timothytotten9409]

Oh wow! Great idea.

[@tnwanda1963]

Yes!!!! I'm looking forward to the rest of this series! Thank you!

[@bbuunnyycc]

I’m so looking forward to this series. Love the pre-made quilt idea. Thank you, Tim.

[@michellefrazer3001]

Thanks this is beautiful appreciated greatly will use as a school project in the Bahamas you amazing

[@timothytotten9409]

Enjoy!

[@sallyschilling1559]

Hi Tim! Phenomenal idea about using a store-bought quilt for placements. You gave me an idea to buy a quilt to make a quilted jacket! 🥰🥰🥰

[@timothytotten9409]

That’s marvelous!!

[@cheryllafond8154]

What a clever idea. Love it ! Thankyou for sharing

[@misscharlotte5075]

Did ever use all of this quilt for more projects?I thought this was a sensible idea. I buy sheets found at garage sales or thrift stores. Lots of cheap fabric. 😊

[@timothytotten9409]

Yeah! I think we’re up to five projects on the channel now. Check them out!!

[@1foresteratlarge509]

how awesome. I would not have thought of this. Thanks so much

[@breakingpoint3893]

I want to make a bean bag chair for my room... now I know what I'm gonna use... so cool!

[@IcyAquaMarine]

You are a genius! And the placemat is beautiful.

[@kimvivian9916]

Table runners, table hot matts for service plates (they do not need to be square or rectangular). napkin rings, hot mug coasters, oven mitts and hot pads with a loop. Tea pot cozy or coffee cup/mug cozy, bread or bun basket wrapper. I use scraps too!

[@plnewhou]

Awesome idea, thanks for sharing and am looking forward to the additional info on other projects to sew.

[@gigiontube]

Great idea ! Also great for making some accent pillows / pillow cases. Maybe buying 2 quilts, one for bed one to make accessories, such as accent pillows, window treatment, matching pet bed / basket, coaster for water / drinks during the night etc. Thank you for sharing !

[@timothytotten9409]

Great idea!

[@crosstimberscraft1024]

What a great idea

[@jillaarts6814]

I have that quilt on my bed. Love the colors in it.

[@lincolnamari3486]

You probably dont give a shit but if you are stoned like me atm then you can stream all the new series on InstaFlixxer. I've been binge watching with my gf for the last months xD

[@maximusdeshawn4409]

@Lincoln Amari Yup, I have been watching on InstaFlixxer for since november myself :D

[@zanerafael4168]

@Lincoln Amari Yup, I have been watching on InstaFlixxer for months myself =)

[@nathanaelharlem2517]

@Lincoln Amari Yea, been watching on InstaFlixxer for years myself :D

[@bowenalfonso3208]

@Lincoln Amari Yup, been using InstaFlixxer for since december myself =)

[@loriannperry5302]

Thanks Tim this is so pretty I like the idea to not have the same placemats as someone else.

[@sandrastephens1508]

Dear Mr Totten I have just discovered your channel and am thrilled. You’re going to allow me to have sew much more time to make quilted items this way. I love the placemats and the curling iron pouches....I have a lot of hair. Sincere thanks Sandra 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧🇨🇦

[@timothytotten9409]

Have fun! Just remember that hot curling irons never ever go into a fabric holder. I should have made that clear in my video.

[@conniel.4601]

I’ve never looked at the quilts in WM, I will now. Great ideas!

[@katietomasello490]

Hi… just came across your channel. I’ve been sewing long that you’re been around… lol. So you’re just a pup! I’m an alteration’s specialist.. mostly bridal & formal wear, but love to repurpose things or just save money. This is a great way to do both!! The color & print,a great choice & like you said, it’s already quilted. I love the sharp corner style but they can be a bugger for newbie sewers… at least many say so. Even though you need bias cut trim, rather than straight edge, slightly rounding the corners might be another option for them. Your idea for a “window” template is a great idea to center & utilize that beautiful print. The placemats will be matching & have a professional look!!! Great job!!

[@meletiawike3766]

Wonderful tutorial. Looking forward to more in this series.

[@Stoffmonster467]

Yes, and the leftovers for kitchen gloves.

[@jeanferguson7889]

Great idea. I never thought of it

[@rodnawilliams9398]

i love what you did here .. it really got my mind to going on the other things you can do with this store bought quilt to make coordinationg item for the kitchen to go with those placemats ... also to make table toppers and throw pillows .. i never had thought of doing this and i thank you for your ideas i am glad i found your channel

[@hsoderberg9929]

I have a dog who sleeps with me and these are perfect quilts for my bed, durable & inexpensive.

[@TracieSmithpomeranian]

Thank you for the tip on getting base tape to wraparound corners. I am new to sewing, and today, I made a hot pot pad. I wish I had seen this video prior. You made it so much easier to use bias tape.

[@johnniekay9908]

Looking forward to the coordinating bowl cozies and other quilt hacks!

[@louiseanncooke1436]

Thanks Timothy from Australia 🇦🇺 I really appreciate your help and ideas for projects Thanks too for talking with all information. Totally awesome thanks for the inspiration as too love your honesty re making mistakes as I have lost a lot of sewing confidence and love your support that it is ok to make mistakes and they are fixable Beautiful ideas and using other things to make a projects and love your idea of a store brought quilt to make other things with it is so inspiring thanks again for your support and ideas 💡 help thanks Louise much appreciated💙

[@bootgrease]

I’m glad to find your videos. As another guy who sews. I’m teaching a retired female friend to sew…this will be great for her. I never thought of repurposing a quilt, but I use scratchy poly blankets from thrift shops for my quilt batting.

[@timothytotten9409]

Keep up the good work! I’ve never thought gender should keep anyone from learning an important skill.

[@barbarameehan113]

Great idea to use a quilt. Thank you.

[@thesewingbratt966]

I love 💘 your sewing space!!

[@FoxyHam]

Wow! Great idea using already made $25 quilted bed spread to make placemats! Thank you! 🥰

[@gwenwiedner3392]

wow! Great tip, thanks, and I look forward to more in this series.

[@Quilteraz]

Quilters call that “window” “fussy cutting”. Love all your presentations

[@timothytotten9409]

Yes, it’s fun to do. Thanks for the kind words.

[@karenkay8928]

I was made aware of the term recently. Mr Gram used to say, "Now we will do a best view cut." 👍

[@kmoutsoulas]

I love your detailed tutorial! Tfs you are awesome 👌

[@sharonlatour6230]

Just so nice!! Nice to meet you Timothy. Great idea!

[@judahsdarling7989]

Tim-you are awesome!!

[@merrymacmurphy]

I always see pretty quilts at the thrift store. Now you gave me a great idea to make these place mats! thank you!

[@TeriJuntti]

Your colors are AMAZING! 😍😍

[@JerrysartaramaArtSupply]

Cool idea!

[@marietruax7232]

O.M.G. What a super smart idea. I found you by accident and am SOOOOOOO GLAD I DID.

[@germ6749]

Ingenious!!!!👍

[@jeangrant7170]

That was great idea

[@louroberts54]

Great and economical to buy the quilt for fabric

[@elaine1962]

Such a fun idea! Placemats, table runner, hot pads, the ideas are endless! I literally said "your hand is blocking the view" right as you put the text up. Looking forward to the next video. Much love from Houston! 💛

[@lucilledaub5991]

Love your placemat you made out of a store bought quilt.Love your teaching skills.Im proud of the classmates collecting money for this man. Love you all.What great deed you all did. Ya never know when someone needs help. Shame on the landlord.

[@kathleenwilliams7135]

Thank you what a great gift 🎁 idea!

[@cindyw6621]

Thank you for your great tutorials. Just a thought, you have miles of binding around the edge of the Quilt, a little unpicking and it's ready to use again. :)

[@timothytotten9409]

Hey, don’t try to make my job easier! Lol

[@Teganandthejays]

I sense Miles of unpicking haha good idea tho

[@edithhandbagsvalentin4691]

Love your videos you are a great teacher.Thanks for sharing.

[@ravenlunatic1177]

Love this project. I’ve been binge watching your videos now. I know it’s been a long time since this video was posted, but figured I’d pass on a tip to you. The way to remove the black line off your ruler is to run a dry erase marker over it, then wipe! Goodbye sharpie! Cheers from FL😺

[@timothytotten9409]

Such a good point!!

[@AnnGSaint]

Love your videos. I really appreciate the volume is better than any other

[@angelasmith7139]

Sew awesome ❤it!

[@margaretWestminster]

Great lesson. I need a huge table like yours.

[@clombard7134]

Great ideas!! Looking forward to this series! Thanks for sharing.

[@karenkay8928]

Tim - I love this tutorial. I think investing in some Wonder Clips would help, and may avoid some pin sticks. 😊

[@diannebarbosa7240]

This is the first video I see of yours. I’m glad I’m not alone in shopping for fabric, I love those colors so I must look for it. Great job. Enjoyed your instruction clear and easy. God bless you

[@R.Oates7902]

Pretty quilt. Great idea for placemats!

[@missyjaysin27]

I made curtains out of this same quilt, I even bought another one to make pillows lol

[@Yodi430]

Love this idea! Super awesome! I never thought of this quilt idea, but, I did buy some huge Pioneer Woman tablecloths JUST for the massive yardage! My intention is to use to sew aprons, pot holders, place mats etc. For Christmas gifts. Same idea...just a different fabric choice. GMTA! Love your placemats and appliances cozy! TFS!

[@dawnvancs6413]

I love the binding color you chose to go with your placemat.

[@karenboyd6293]

A little step that would help, IMHP, would be to sew the ends on the diagonal. The seams will be less obvious that way. Another comment is that the corners will be less bulky if you fold the corners in so they alternate. What I mean is the on one side the sewn edge goes over the new side and on the back the sewn edge with be under the next side. That distributes the bulk more evenly.

[@rainydaydiva6320]

Discovered you a few days ago, when one of your videos popped up in my feed. I've been checking out your channel since, this video put me over the top, I sew alot, but never thought to use a bed quilt from Walmart for placemats, very ingenious!! I've made dog & cat quilts for my local shelter from them, just never thought to use them for much anything else. I like your channel content, so therefore, I'm a new subscriber. 😊

[@shelleykelley5896]

What a great idea for rescue shelters! Thank you! Now I know what to do with my older inexpensive quilts.

[@dale3404]

This is a fabulous idea.

[@maryonline7816]

These are so beautiful. I am going to give it a try

[@kathylomax2562]

It is a great idea! You can also use pre-folded bias tape to bind the edges and finish it in a flash.

[@unicemarquez9850]

I just came across your you tube video and Iove it, my mother used to make her own binding, I also do the same. Love it. Thank you so much

[@anncantlin9710]

Great ideas

[@CatTheDoggyHunter]

I have the same bedspread , I got at a local overstock store like big lots but crappier and local-er, $5!!!❤

[@bobsmith3790]

What a great idea! I’m going to try this soon. I guess that means I’ll need to invite someone over for dinner to show them off. Thanks for sharing this wonderful idea!

[@mariecasburn3895]

Thanks Tim what a great idea. I will look forward to watching more videos from you and if I get over in your neighborhood will stop in and say hello.

[@mariekeating2810]

Just watched your video ...love it .your so neat n tidy perfectionist XXX

[@zoemama9476]

I’m a new viewer. Really like your posts. Clear views, good explanations and nice detail as you talk about the projects.