How to Make a Watermelon Trivet | a Shabby Fabrics Tutorial
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- Опубліковано 21 чер 2023
- Sweeten up your kitchen décor with Diane as she shows you how to create a Watermelon Trivet! Simple and fun, these fabric-covered rope trivets decorate and protect your counters and tabletop while bringing the fun of summer into your home. Kits make 3 trivets so you can create a colorful display with this sensational DIY project or give them as gifts to loved ones!
Follow along with Diane for each step and be sure to check out the links below for everything you need to make this project!
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WHAT YOU NEED FOR THIS PROJECT
- Watermelon Trivets Kit - Makes 3!: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p154423...
- Watermelon Trivets - 2pc Thread Set: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p155333...
Want to make a trivet as unique as you? See the supplies list below and be sure to shop our wide selection of fabrics!
- Shop All Fabric: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c93/fab...
- Get the FREE download: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-do...
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NOTIONS USED IN THIS VIDEO
- Creative Grids 2-1/2" x 24-1/2" Ruler - CGR224: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p72962/...
- Olfa Rotary Cutters & Blades: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c4180/q...
- Sewline Fabric Glue Pen: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p37119/...
- Clover Fine Quilting Pins (Size 30) - 100ct: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p111661...
- Clover Magnetic Pin Caddy: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p51323/...
- Clover Wonder Clips - Assorted Colors - 50ct: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p47405/...
- Schmetz Super Nonstick Needles - Size 80/12 5ct: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p77966/...
- Kai Embroidery Scissors: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p51870/...
- Oliso Smart Iron: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c5288/q...
- We're sewing on a BERNINA 770 QE and we love it!
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Excellent video. Clearly spoken and to the point, without a lot of chatter, and no annoying background music. Well done! Thank-you!
We're very happy you enjoyed this project! Thanks so much for your kind feedback. -Michelle
Totally agreed!!
I agree also. Just get to the sewing. Most tutorial I watch I fast forward and mute.
I love this! Diane you are an awesome teacher! Thanks for walking us through this darling project.
We're so glad you like it! Thanks so much for watching, Debbie. 😍 -Michelle
This is the first video I have watched with Diane and it was great. I loved how every step was shown with close up camera work. Diane’s explanation was so easy to understand. Lately, I feel the shabby fabric videos do not show enough detail or show all of the steps involved to complete the project. I hope to see more videos with Diane. Thank you so much!
We're happy you enjoyed this fun tutorial! Thanks so much for your wonderful feedback. -Michelle
It was so nice to meet Diane - my first opportunity to see a video with her as the awesome instructor. Diane, I love this! You are so clear with your directions & visuals! Thank you. I look forward to seeing you & the “Shabby” ladies again - soon. “Shabby” never fails to inspire me. THANK YOU🧵🪡✂️
We're so glad you enjoyed this delightful project! Thank you very much for your kind comment. We're definitely looking forward to more fun projects with Diane :) -Michelle
@@ShabbyFabrics THANK YOU! Me too❤️🧵🪡✂️
Thank you so much for doing smaller projects.
So glad you enjoy it! Thank you very much for watching. -Michelle
Wow! Excellent Video by Diane! She is very detailed, clear, concise, with excellent close up pics during the video. Hope she does more 🧵🪡
Thanks so much for your kind comment. We're so blessed to have Diane on Team Shabby 💞 -Michelle
Thank you for this video. Very nicely done! Love the trivet!
Fun project; great instructions!
We're happy you enjoy it! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
Love, love! I think these would be adorable placemats. Also, well maybe I might get a little carried away. Trivets, Placemats, Bread Basket and Napkins. I’m going to order the fabric (after I figure out what I might need) and make this a summer project. Oh my! I can’t wait. Thanks for sharing. Nancy in hot New Mexico
We're so glad this project inspires you, Nancy! We'll definitely be looking forward to your project photos. -Michelle
When I learned to make these rope projects, I covered most every surface in my home, mafe carriers for all my dishes, mats for plant pots, so many other items. We don't have to use new fabric! Old clothing works. The best thing I ever did, make rope projects.
Love, the video ! Diane is so great at explaining things so clearly. Thank you.
So glad you enjoyed this project, Joyce! We absolutely adore having Diane on our team :) -Michelle
Love them!
Such a stunning project! Happy that you love it and thanks for your comment! - Abby
That fabric is gorgeous! I like the different shades on each color!!
It is delightful! We're so glad you enjoy these cute fabrics. Thanks for watching! -Michelle
This was so wonderful. She taught a skill that can be used to make many more things. Thank you
We're very glad you enjoy it! Thanks so much for your comment. -Michelle
I too enjoyed Diane's teaching style and her clear instructions. I really like the watermelon trivets. This is a great summer project❣️
We’re happy you’re looking forward to some more of Diane’s projects! -Michelle
Thanks a lot! Great practical home object and great tutorial! 🌺🌸
We're happy this project inspires you! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
Thank u so much for sharing! Those are so cute! I will try to make kiwi and orange❤
That sounds fun! We're happy this project inspires you!! -Michelle
Thank you Diane. You explained every step very clearly. I love the fabric selection. I think I'll make my watermelon, seedless ❤❤❤
We're very glad you enjoyed this delightful project! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
Super video. Your teaching style is calming yet exciting at the same time! Great job!
We're so glad you enjoyed this project! Thank you very much for watching! -Michelle
Thourghly enjoyed this video. I am now confident enough to make a rope project. Thanks for an excellent tutorial. 👍🏻✅
We’re so glad you like it! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
Very nice tutorial love the watermelon seeds!!!❤
We're happy you like it! Thanks so much for your comment. -Michelle
very good tutorial clear with great camera work. I love the idea and maybe placements using bosal in place of rope 😊
We're so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for the great suggestion. -Michelle
Can’t wait to make some. Thank you
We're happy this fun project has inspired you! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
What a fun project!! Thank you for showing the process.
We're so glad you like it! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
Very good tutorial. You made it look easy! ❤️✂️🪡🧵
So glad you like it! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
So love this! It’s the first time I’ve seen the rope wrapped with fabric. Sooo cute!🥰🥰
What type/size needle are you using?
So glad this project inspires you :) -Michelle
Hi francrouch9347 - Diane is using a Schmetz Super Nonstick Needle - Size 90/14. You can find these here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p95320 -Michelle
I received a rug as a gift made in this form, and now Diane's video has taught me exactly how it's done. Can't wait to try this myself. Thanks so much Shabby Fabrics!!
Great project. Thank you for sharing.
We're happy you enjoy it! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
What a great video. Many thanks!
We're happy you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for watching! -Michelle
I have watched this video several times & I ordered it & received my kit yesterday. Am excited to so this it is so cute!
We’re happy you enjoy this project! We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for your project photos!! -Michelle
oh my! I love this and all the pointers I gained from this. My only thing was that I initially used strips that were not cut on diagonal and they were full of strings. So I discard them and cut strips on diagonal. I love this project. Great teacher
We're very glad you enjoyed this project! Thanks so much for your comment. -Michelle
Thank you for the excellent tutorial!!❤
So glad you like it! Thanks for your comment. -Michelle
Adorable
Glad you like this fun project! -Michelle
Wonder full
Thankyou
Glad you enjoyed it! -Michelle
Thank you
We're glad you enjoy this project! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
Good tutorial! I just wish the camera stayed closeup as you explained and sewed some of the areas but I'm sure I can figure it out. Question: Because the "seeds" are only being fused, would putting a hot dish on top soften the glue causing them to come off? Thanks!
We're so glad you enjoy this fun project! To answer your question, we used Heat'N Bond Ultra Hold, which I've been told is pretty permanent (and you're not going to want to sew through it), so we do not think our laser shapes in this kit will come off, once applied appropriately. Hope this makes sense :) -Michelle
When will this adorable kit be available for purchase?
Do you need a special needle/heavy duty needle to sew thru rope? great video.
We did use a Schmetz Super Nonstick Needles - Size 90/14, if that makes sense :) -Michelle
So cute!❤
We’re very glad you enjoy it! Thanks co much for watching. -Michelle
É lindo!!!!!!! Parece tão fácil mas nem tanto.Obrigada.
Estamos felizes que este projeto inspire você! Muito obrigado por assistir. -Michelle
Wonderful summertime project. A quick question - how would you recommend washing them if they get dirty? Thanks for a wonderful tutorial!
We're so glad you enjoyed this tutorial! We would definitely recommend handwashing this project & laying flat to dry. Hope this helps! -Michelle
Thank you for getting back to me so quickly!
Won't the heat from your hot dishes melt/lift the little black seed appliques?
Hi teriw602 - We used Heat'N Bond Ultra Hold, which I've been told is pretty permanent (and you're not going to want to sew through it), so we do not think our laser shapes in this kit will come off, once applied appropriately. Hope this makes sense :) -Michelle
When is this adorable kit available for purchase?
If you sign up to be notified by email here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p154423 You'll be contacted via email as soon as these kits are ready! -Michelle
Love your video! Can you tell me the width size of the rope you use?
Hi cindyg1243 - The width of the rope we used is approximately 3/16 inch or 5mm. Hope this helps :) -Michelle
I wonder if heat transfer vinyl would work for the seeds.
That's a great idea! You'd just want to be careful if you're placing hot items on it as it could warp the vinyl. -Michelle
I do not have a Bernina machine so how do you measure your stitch width and length?
Hi robinsmith6136. Our stitch length for the zigzags we did was 5.0 width and 3.5 length. Hope this makes sense :) -Michelle
I have an older Singer machine so I can only go to 4 on width and set my length between 10 and 8 and sew really slowly. When the jelly roll rugs were so popular I made some rectangular ones. I learned to watch needle to make sure I was catching both sides because on my first project I have some skips.
@@jhwilliams6550 Use the widest stitch that you have on your machine. For stitch length I would suggest an 8.
Would lightly starching the fabric help or hinder the process?
Hi katherinecoull1066 - We do not think that is necessary. Diane says to, "Just press to remove the wrinkles". Hope this helps! -Michelle
I also ended up with extra rope that had to be cut
Yes, we did want to be sure that you had enough :) -Michelle
Do you sell the watermelon 'seeds' separately?
Hi Cleo -We do not have the appliqué seeds available separately. -Michelle
❤ love the video. How do you order a kit?
So glad you like it! Kits are available here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p154423 -Michelle
@@ShabbyFabrics thank you. I did get one ordered😊 can't wait to get started.
I've worked on coiling before and things come out wobly...I don't have an extender for my machine, is that helpful?
Hi sonyakennedy7324 - Yes, an extender would help. However, without one, we would suggest adding a stack of books to the left of the machine for support of the project as it increases in size. Hope this helps :) -Michelle
Can I get kit in Australia.
$ please
We are an online only shop. We ship to Australia though! Here is a link to our website for this kit! www.shabbyfabrics.com/p154423/watermelon-trivets-kit-makes-3 Hope this helps and thanks for your comment! - Abby
I bought the kit and followed all the directions. I’ve made one trivet and ended up with 5 feet of rope left over after using all the strips. Has this happened to others too?
Hi Karen - Diane says that a variable in this project is wrapping the fabric on the tope. Sometimes it is overlapped more or less which then affects how much rope is used. Hope this makes sense :) -Michelle
What are the names of the fabric that you used?
Hi janetstrayer221 - I believe these fabrics are from Riley Blake's Batiks Expressions line. Thanks so much for watching! -Michelle
Can I still buy it?
At this time we do not have the kit but we have a download for project instructions and more information if you are interested. www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/610/how-to-make-a-watermelon-trivet Hope this helps and thanks for your comment! - Abby
Does it also show you how to keep it clean?.
We recommend hand washing this project. Thanks for your comment! - Abby
Thank you for replying
I was hoping u would have showed how to color change. Disappointing!
Hi Linda - Diane does demonstrate how to change from the pink to the green fabric at timestamp 7:19. Hope this helps :) -Michelle