*Giveaway Closed* Tutorial+ Giveaway!!- Burberry Inspired Ruffle Coasters

Congratulations to winner Savannah from Fancy Vintage!!


OK. I don't mean to toot my own horn, but I love these. LOVE these!! Even as I write this, I'm trying to decide if I really want to give them away or not.....
But, as much as I love them, I love you guys even more, so here ya go!

Tutorial first....
1) Cut out two 4" squares, and three 12"x1" strips of felt in each color that you want.
2) Use your longest strait stitch to sew down each strip lining up the edge of the strip with your presser foot.
3) Pull the top thread to ruffle your strips, almost as much as they will ruffle.
4) Sandwich them between the two squares, and sew on top, being sure that the stitching on the ruffled strips don't peek out the side! Just match up the end of each strip with the start of the next one as you are sewing, it doesn't really show.
This is what it should look like when that part is done. Pretty cute all by itself I think!
5) Choose a pattern, and mark it on the coaster with a sewing pen (or not, I didn't). I chose a classic(Burberry inspired) plaid. Use your machine's embroidery stitch to sew on your pattern.

6) Stare at them for a long time, because they're gorgeous.

Alrighty, now for the exciting part!

The giveaway!!

Leave a comment on this post to enter, and go ahead and leave a second one if you're a follower, and I'll give you a second entry.
Giveaway ends tomorrow at midnight (just a quick one this time!), and I'll post the winner on Friday morning!
Good luck!

Comments

  1. RosiesOctober 15, 2009 at 1:20 AM

    Count me in! I just found your site to day and I LOVE IT! I'm totally heading to the thrift store tomorrow to make a frumpy vest!!!you know what i'm talking about!

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  2. amycornwellOctober 15, 2009 at 3:42 AM

    I LOVE these...they're great! Can't wait to make some.

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  3. amycornwellOctober 15, 2009 at 3:42 AM

    Also, I'm a follower through Bloglines...

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  4. CarolOctober 15, 2009 at 4:21 AM

    You are so clever! I love your coasters!

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  5. CarolOctober 15, 2009 at 4:21 AM

    I love your blog! I'm a follower!

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  6. Amanda HuddlestonOctober 15, 2009 at 4:31 AM

    I'm so glad I found your blog. It's the first one I read each day! Thanks for all the cute ideas and your positive attitude.

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  7. JillOctober 15, 2009 at 6:46 AM

    Oh my goodness!!! They turned out darling!!! I love them!! (also love your blog! which I just found- and your shop which I just purchased a little treasure from!)
    Have a wonderful day!
    Many Blessings!
    Jill

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  8. Lynette @ My Craft DiscoveryOctober 15, 2009 at 6:48 AM

    Super cute! I'd love these!
    necklacebliss@gmail.com

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  9. Lynette @ My Craft DiscoveryOctober 15, 2009 at 6:48 AM

    Follow, Follow, follow, I'm a follower!

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  10. AnonymousOctober 15, 2009 at 6:51 AM

    Hello! I just came across your blog and am enjoying it tremendously~ I hope you don't mind if I follow! x

    Laurie Anne
    http://therebelblossom.blogspot.com

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  11. picknstitchOctober 15, 2009 at 6:53 AM

    What a great way to embellish something simple. I love them too. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  12. vankristieOctober 15, 2009 at 6:53 AM

    Here's one comment...

    These are so adorable!! I know many friends for whom these would be wonderful gifts.

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  13. picknstitchOctober 15, 2009 at 6:53 AM

    And yes, I'm a follower.

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  14. vankristieOctober 15, 2009 at 6:53 AM

    And here's comment #2 - I am subscribed via Google reader. I'm loving your ruffly perspective on all things crafty.

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  15. NoriOctober 15, 2009 at 6:58 AM

    OMGoodness!!! I love those and want those!!! Tooooo cute Disney!!

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  16. NoriOctober 15, 2009 at 6:58 AM

    I'm a friend! :)

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  17. LorieOctober 15, 2009 at 7:07 AM

    Those are SO CUTE!!! Just found your blog on SITS and so glad I did!

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  18. LorieOctober 15, 2009 at 7:07 AM

    I am a now a follower!

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  19. TrudyOctober 15, 2009 at 7:35 AM

    I love the coasters; so you can count me in.

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  20. TrudyOctober 15, 2009 at 7:36 AM

    And here is my second entry since I am a follower.

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  21. SavGarciaOctober 15, 2009 at 7:43 AM

    adorable!!!

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  22. SavGarciaOctober 15, 2009 at 7:43 AM

    woo hooo!! and i'm a follower!

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  23. Autumn @ Graceful Rantings of a ClutzOctober 15, 2009 at 7:44 AM

    I am loving the ruffle effect of your blog. I never really thought that I was a rufflie girl, but you are bringing the inner ruffle out. So love these coasters. If I don't win, at least I know how to make them. Thanks for the tute!

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  24. Autumn @ Graceful Rantings of a ClutzOctober 15, 2009 at 7:45 AM

    I am also a follower to you, oh fearless leader!

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  25. The Accidental BavarianOctober 15, 2009 at 8:05 AM

    I love these. I'm following your blog and have introduced you to my friend, Lynn.

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  26. Larissa WardripOctober 15, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    Oh my goodness! How did you know that I needed these?! Thanks! =)

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  27. StephanieOctober 15, 2009 at 8:41 AM

    OH, how adorable!! I'd love to win these :)

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  28. StephanieOctober 15, 2009 at 8:41 AM

    Annnnnddddd....one last thing.....
    I'm a follower ;)

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  29. PaigeOctober 15, 2009 at 9:01 AM

    I love these! I am a huge Burberry fan. I saw a coat at Nordstrom that I would love to buy for my girls but it was almost $500 dollors! These coasters are almost as cute and I'd love to win!

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  30. Sarah GOctober 15, 2009 at 9:01 AM

    These are awesome! I'll definitely have to have a go at them if I don't win!

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  31. KaraOctober 15, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    Ahh, sooo cute! I'm definitely gonna have to try these, thanks :)

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  32. BeckyOctober 15, 2009 at 11:29 AM

    So adorable. I'll be making these if I don't win them first. Too cute.

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  33. JaelCustomDesignsOctober 15, 2009 at 12:16 PM

    How stylish & chic! Love it...

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  34. JaelCustomDesignsOctober 15, 2009 at 12:18 PM

    Now following your blog! :-)

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  35. Boom BoomOctober 15, 2009 at 2:12 PM

    I love your ideas! These are too cute and as someone who recently got really frustrated with my cheap coasters, I would be ecstatic to win. If not, I guess I'll make them myself:)

    Oh and I'm a follower too.

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  36. Jess@craftiness is not optionalOctober 15, 2009 at 2:44 PM

    wow! soo cute! hope to win them, they're downright adorable!

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  37. Jess@craftiness is not optionalOctober 15, 2009 at 2:45 PM

    i'm a follower too! :D

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  38. AnnieOctober 15, 2009 at 3:11 PM

    So cute!! Thanks for the tutorial! If I can't win it'd be nice to make them myself :)

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  39. paige and jordOctober 15, 2009 at 3:22 PM

    they're soooooo stinkin cute. how creative! love them.

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  40. paige and jordOctober 15, 2009 at 3:22 PM

    oh ya, and im definitely a follower....

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  41. AnonymousOctober 15, 2009 at 3:27 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway! Sue W.

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  42. Theo-AnnOctober 15, 2009 at 4:50 PM

    These are beautiful. You did an awesome job! I'm a new follower...love your blog. Enter me into the giveaway!:)

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  43. 365 DressesOctober 15, 2009 at 5:54 PM

    Really cute! You are very creative. Just found you today via One Pretty Thing; I'll catch up on all you past posts, too.

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  44. AnonymousOctober 15, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    I'm a follower!

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  45. AnonymousOctober 15, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    How wonderful are these? You're so crafty! Beautiful for fall - or year round!

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  46. kristenOctober 15, 2009 at 8:09 PM

    those are super cute! I bet they are hard to give away, but you are super sweet! keep up the great work! I get inspired everyday!

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  47. kristenOctober 15, 2009 at 8:11 PM

    me again! I am also a follower! I feel special. :) I'd love to sport those cute coasters around. people wouldn't want to put drinks on them they are so fun! ;)

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  48. kdteacherOctober 15, 2009 at 11:10 PM

    Love them! you are so talented...love your blog. Samantha @ kdteacher@aol.com

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  49. Rachel@oneprettything.comOctober 18, 2009 at 12:28 PM

    These are darling! I love the ruffles. Thanks so much for the how-to, I'll be linking.

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  50. ShirleyFebruary 25, 2010 at 10:10 PM

    oOoO LOVE THESE! I love Burberry stuff! I want to attempt these coasters! I painted my nails like the burberry's pattern once. http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VoAG6b2tW7Y/Spl4NJ3QaLI/AAAAAAAACQQ/r4lGsCdqENo/s1600-h/burberry-left.jpg The coasters will match my nails! haha :p

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  51. AnonymousApril 4, 2010 at 5:20 PM

    I LOVE LOVE LOVE YOUR SITE can u make some more tutorials pls pls thanx

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  52. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    i just fell in love with the art of sewing...these are BEAUTIFUL!! i'll try making them for myself and hopefully my friends.
    thanks for sharing!!!

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  53. AnonymousJune 25, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Just found your site today and I'm going nuts with all the ideas. These coasters are so lovely, but where do you find the burberry fabric. I found some here in Quebec but it's not 100% cotton, I made some bow tucks totes with it and they turned out just great but I cannot get anymore of the fabrics,so please can someone tell me where to get it
    bourvel

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  54. veldaholtJanuary 19, 2012 at 7:01 PM

    I have never thought of making potholders out of felt but I love the look of these potholder. They are wonderful and I look forward to seeing all of the wonderful crafts on this site.

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  55. AliceJanuary 19, 2012 at 7:35 PM

    Oh my heavens!!! I love your coasters! What a great idea! You did a wonderful job! Thanks for sharing!

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  56. Cheryl SJanuary 20, 2012 at 6:28 AM

    You are such an inspiration for me just getting back into sewing. Your coasters are wonderful practical yet frilly.

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  57. JennJanuary 20, 2012 at 6:59 AM

    These are too adorable! If they were made a bit larger they would be perfect for a small baby blanket, a burpcloth or a "Softee". I might have to put this project on my To Do list! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  58. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:10 AM

    WooHoo! Love these!

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  59. JanetApril 25, 2012 at 12:20 PM

    Oh my goodness...I just love your blogg, and I would just love these coasters. I always find the time to make homemade gifts for family and friends, which makes me little time to make for myself. Maybe someday! Keep up the marvelous work!! You are a very special person.

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  60. AnonymousApril 25, 2012 at 4:41 PM

    I love these coasters, I will be making them this week. Thanks for all the great ideas.
    sekala45@roadrunner.com

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  61. AnonymousJune 25, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    CUTE: looks like
    great use for scrap flannel pieces I have

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  62. AnonymousNovember 8, 2012 at 1:15 PM

    They are adorable! Love them! You did a great job!

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  63. Grandma KrissyNovember 8, 2012 at 1:29 PM

    I was trying to think of something to give family members that was not too exspensive and these are perfect. And beautiful. Thank you.

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  64. jeanNovember 8, 2012 at 6:35 PM

    these are so cute, want to make some up right away!!!thanks, Jean

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  65. AnonymousDecember 12, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    I love these they are very cute i want to make they right away thanks

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  66. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2013 at 9:53 PM

    Absolutely adorable!!!!!!!!!1

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  67. AnonymousMarch 25, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    I love the pattern, as a beginner it's going to be fun to make.! Ty

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  68. AnonymousJuly 5, 2014 at 5:35 PM

    Yr. Too late, for giveaway, but will make these lovely pads!

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