These are table mats with clear vinyl cover. I used a 22 gauge plastic and just did a irregular zig zag -several times around the perimeter. These designs are from Turquoise. They are about 6 by 6 inches. If you use painters tape, use sparing, and take off ASAP as it will leave residue. I had to use a walking foot because slippery vinyl.

great idea to make them with the plastic! they are funny

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by cfidl 22 Oct 2011

Thank you gerry! That means a lot to me! I did it because it is sooo dusty here!

These turned out great, and also great for childrens place mats, can just wipe them clean, no need to give them a full wash each time. Hugs Yvonne

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by cfidl 22 Oct 2011

That is what I was thinking! Thank you!

You have done a great job with these table mats! Thank you for your advice on using painters tape. The fact that this tape leaves residue it does not encourage me to use it. I have seen a video where this tape has been used a lot, even on the hoop and I don't remember to have seen or heard this important information. Thank you!

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by cfidl 22 Oct 2011

Glad to pass it on! Thank you.

they are very nice. I'm always surprised when I check the projects-tab how creative people can be with their sewing machine

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by cfidl 21 Oct 2011

Thank you the nice compliment - but really it is a cheat, but necessary for dusty areas like the mid-west!

They are so cute. Nice job.

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by cfidl 21 Oct 2011

Thank you!

They are cute! Try sewing through waxed paper. The foot will not stick, and it tears off quite easily.

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by rwalden 21 Oct 2011

Thanks for the tip.

What a very clever idea!!! I love them!!

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by cfidl 21 Oct 2011

Thank you Terri!

pretty cute..

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by cfidl 21 Oct 2011

I think so or I would not show you at all!

How fun are those? Do you have anyone in mind to receive them?

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by cfidl 21 Oct 2011

My sister-in-law actually. She loves penguins.

they look nice

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by cfidl 21 Oct 2011

Thank you! I like the size and the designs!

The designs are cute and working with vinyl can be tricky.

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by cfidl 21 Oct 2011

Yes - I can be that is why they are square and not round!

wow there all so nice and you did an excellent job of sewing them out hugs carolyn

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by cfidl 21 Oct 2011

Thank you! I really cheated on the sewing! But they are useful!