🍂 Scrappy Harvest Placemats – A Beginner-Friendly Fall Quilting and Sewing Project Using 5-Inch Squares
As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to change, it’s the perfect time to bring a touch of fall to your table! These Scrappy Harvest Placemats are a quick, beginner-friendly project that lets you use up those leftover 5-inch fabric squares (charm squares) while creating something beautiful to use on your table.
Get the Free Pattern Download
Want to make your own?
👉 Download the FREE Scrappy Harvest Placemats Pattern here!
Why You’ll Love This Project
If you love scrappy quilts, you’ll adore these placemats! Each one is unique and full of character. This is a perfect weekend sewing project — quick, relaxing, and satisfying. You can mix and match autumn tones like burnt orange, mustard yellow, olive green, and deep reds to create that warm harvest look.
**Plus there is no binding! You will learn how to close these placemats using the "Flip Method"
Plus, these placemats make wonderful handmade gifts for Thanksgiving or fall gatherings!
What You’ll Need
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5-inch fabric squares (6 per placemat)
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Backing fabric- 1 yard
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Batting- (4) pieces of 17 1/2" x 13"
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Border fabric- 1/2 yard
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Sewing machine, thread, and basic quilting supplies
Step-by-Step Overview
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Arrange Your Squares – Lay out your 5-inch squares in a 2x3 layout. Mix your prints and colors for that perfect scrappy balance.
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Sew the Rows – Join your squares in rows, then sew the rows together to make the placemat top.
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Add the border - Join your sides to the placemat top then add your top and bottom.
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Use the "Flip Method" and sandwich your quilt- instructions are in the pattern and on the video. NO BINDING REQUIRED
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Quilt It Up – Quilt as desired — straight-line quilting works beautifully for this project.
That’s it! You’ve got a cozy, handmade placemat that celebrates the season and your love of quilting.
Perfect for Beginners
This project uses simple piecing and quilting techniques — if you can sew a straight line, you can make these! It’s also a great introduction to quilting for anyone who’s just getting started.
Get the Free Pattern Download
Want to make your own?
👉 Download the FREE Scrappy Harvest Placemats Pattern here!
Watch the Video for a step by step video tutorial on making this Beginner Friendly Fall Placemat
Style Tips
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Mix prints from your favorite fall fabric lines.
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Try one in Christmas colors for an easy holiday gift.
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Use neutral tones for a farmhouse look that works year-round.
Wrap Up
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned quilter, the Scrappy Harvest Placemats are a fun, quick project that brings warmth and handmade charm to your fall table. So grab your 5-inch squares and let's get stitching— you’ll have a beautiful set of placemats before the pumpkin pie is ready!