
Photo: © Jeff McNamara
Here's a fun project for those who like decorated tables but don't love the hassle of tablecloths. You can use it either to update an old table or to project a valuable tabletop.
Photo: © Jeff McNamara
Here's a fun project for those who like decorated tables but don't love the hassle of tablecloths. You can use it either to update an old table or to project a valuable tabletop.
Skill Level:
Beginner
Materials:
Butcher paper or brown kraft paper to use as pattern
Table
Pencil
Scissors
1/2 to 1 yard of decorative fabric, depending on size of table
Pins
White lining fabric (same amount of yardage as above)
Matching thread
Sewing machine (we used Brother model SE-350)
Iron
Glass top, cut to fit tabletop
Directions:
1. Spread butcher or kraft paper on the
floor. Place the tabletop face down on top of paper. Trace around the
edge of the table. Cut out the pattern.
2. Place the pattern on the back side of fabric and pin. Trace around the fabric 1/2
inch from pattern edge. Remove pins. Repeat for white lining.
3. Pin the two pieces of fabric together, right sides facing. Stitch around
the circle with 1/2-inch seam, leaving an 8-inch opening for turning
cover right side out. Clip notches into seam allowance.
4. Turn the cover right side out, folding under allowance at opening; press flat.
5. Top stitch the circle 1/4 inch from edge all around. Place on table and top with cut glass piece.
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