I created a pair of Merry and Bright Christmas Napkins to add festive cheer to our table. Featuring lettering that is raw edged appliqued onto ready made napkins. This is a fun scrap busting project, and can be easily made in an afternoon. I used scraps of quilting cotton in shades of red and pink – including polka dots, gingham, stripes, and small scale florals. For a fun, scrappy look, combine a variety of fabrics. You could mix up the lettering to include: Naughty and Nice; Santa and Mrs Claus; Merry and Bright; or even include the name of each person in your family. This way you can be eco-friendly with reusable napkins, as well as adding some Holiday cheer. If you would like to make your own you will need: Linen Napkins (I purchased these ones from Kmart ) or else you can make your own using this easy tutorial . Fabric scraps in shades on pink and red double sided fusible web such as Steam a Seam coordinating threads Computer and Printer (to print out the words) F
