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Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Cloth Napkins

I have been in a sewing kick since the beginning of the year...which is good, because I am getting a lot of projects done.
So today cloth napkins it is.
I had bought some fabric a while back, and decided to use the 100% white cotton one to make some napkins.
I had made napkins before, but this are 
a larger size, perfect for when we have guest over or just as everyday messy meals.

Yes, we use cloth napkins at every meal. I grew up that way. 
Cloth napkins are not only Eco-friendly, but clean up those messy mouths and fingers a whole lot better.
I cut the fabric in 21"x21" squares. 
That will make a 20"x20" napkin when all said and done.
To the right bottom corner I added:
1914 
PARIS
Then again, I don't know how to transfer words on fabric, for me it's easier to just write on it with a fabric marker and heat set with hot iron. I do find my inspiration from the Internet (The Graphic Fairy being one of them), but then I end up doing my own version.

After heat setting the ink, 
wash, dry, use and repeat.

Stay Frugal,
Daniela


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33 comments:

  1. Mary Palumbo CollingsJanuary 9, 2013 at 12:16 PM

    Che belle... hai fatto bene semplicemente scrivere sopra, piu facile eh... Mi piace l'idea.... Ciao a presto, buona giornata

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  2. NanaDianaJanuary 9, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    Those are beautiful, Dani. You did a wonderful job on them- xo Diana

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  3. UnknownJanuary 9, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    These are gorgeous Daniela - have to make me some of them............
    XXX

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  4. reFresh reStyleJanuary 9, 2013 at 1:12 PM

    I love these! You can do anything! They look great.
    Debbie

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  5. Sonny GJanuary 9, 2013 at 1:53 PM

    they look great Dani.. I bet those turn into hot sellers for you.

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  6. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJanuary 9, 2013 at 2:24 PM

    Those are great and I am surprised you put Paris on them.

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  7. KellyJanuary 9, 2013 at 2:50 PM

    Love those!! I still can't get over that you free hand those. Do you at least trace over the image from Graphics Fairy???? You are GOOD!!

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  8. UnknownJanuary 9, 2013 at 3:21 PM

    Very cool! You must have a very steady hand.

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 9, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    beautiful! We use cloth too, save trees people!!!!ha ha, my kids were brought up this way, old hippy in me , lol,

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  10. ℳartina @ Northern NestingJanuary 9, 2013 at 4:41 PM

    Daniela those look great!!

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  11. Amy of While Wearing HeelsJanuary 9, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    Love them. They are beautiful. Clean, simple and chic.

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  12. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:37 PM

    I love those! Great job!
    Karen

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  13. Meredith @ The Laundry Can WaitJanuary 9, 2013 at 9:28 PM

    Lovely, delicate and fabulous.

    Hugs,
    Meredith

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  14. Art and SandJanuary 9, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    I like the weight fabric you used. I made some and stenciled numbers on them, but the fabric was too thin.
    We also eat with cloth napkins every night. In addition to being better for the environment, I think it sets a tone at the table and makes the meal seem like a special event.

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  15. UnknownJanuary 10, 2013 at 5:23 AM

    Love the texture of that fabric and your lettering is always so neat.

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  16. Chiwei @ One Dog WoofJanuary 10, 2013 at 7:26 AM

    Such a simple and beautiful idea! Thanks for sharing!

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  17. Maria ElenaJanuary 10, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    What a beautiful idea! They look so pretty! We also grew up using cloth napkins every day. Love, love what you did with yours. Very elegant!

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  18. Maria ElenaJanuary 10, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    What a beautiful idea! They look so pretty! We also grew up using cloth napkins every day. Love, love what you did with yours. Very elegant!

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  19. UnknownJanuary 10, 2013 at 11:58 AM

    Gorgeous!!! Dani I love your sewing kick, please don't stop :)

    xoxo, Tanya

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  20. ReviJanuary 10, 2013 at 1:13 PM

    Daniela, they look perfect! You have mad skills and such high standards. Of course, wiping spaghetti off tiny little mouths with those sort of makes me cringe...I'd opt for a paper napkin, and save those for adults!
    -Revi

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  21. Sew a Fine SeamJanuary 10, 2013 at 5:41 PM

    These are really great. I have thought for years that I would make some cloth napkins but I haven't done it. Some I don't like cause they seem to just smear the food and grease around. How do I choose the best fabric that will work really well?

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  22. Heidi@OneCreativeMommy.comJanuary 10, 2013 at 8:34 PM

    Very elegant! Thanks for linking up at One Creative Weekend! Enjoy your weekend.

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  23. Atta Girl AmyJanuary 10, 2013 at 9:14 PM

    Beautiful. And I love that you use cloth napkins at every meal. We really should make the transition in our home.

    And I am amazed that those were freehanded. You have perfect penmanship. :)

    Atta Girl Amy
    www.attagirlsays.com

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  24. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️January 11, 2013 at 12:15 PM

    Your cloth napkins are beautiful Daniela! They are a super great size too. Perfect for those big family meals.

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  25. must love junkJanuary 11, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    Love these! Great job :)
    Susan

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  26. Cristina GarayJanuary 11, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    Beautiful job, Daniela! I love the lettering!

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  27. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmJanuary 12, 2013 at 5:34 AM

    So pretty!! I wish I could sew...maybe in 2013??? ;)

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  28. Petie@inspirednesting.comJanuary 13, 2013 at 3:02 PM

    I wish your sewing kick would rub off on me! Love the napkins - and think it's great that you guys use fabric napkins everyday :)

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  29. DebbiedoosJanuary 14, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    After your kick pack up your machine and come teach me. I love these, very pretty!

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  30. Phyllis @Around the HouseJanuary 14, 2013 at 3:45 PM

    I love your beautiful napkins, can't believe you did the writing free hand ..so perfect, wow what a talent...I learned how to miter the corners of napkins from the stone gable blog..she has a great tutorial on it...I was so excited to try it...so clever...loved learning how to do that...thanks for sharing your talent...

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  31. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    What a terrific project! I love how these turned out. . .so simple and elegant. I also really like the idea of using cloth napkins for every meal, very nice. :-)

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  32. Jamie-So Much Better With AgeJanuary 16, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    What a good idea! These are adorable ;)

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  33. LibbyJanuary 25, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    I know I've said it many times before on your blog, but I really like your napkins and cloth projects. You do terrific work and it's all purposeful. I like cloth napkins.

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