These pretty blooms are a modified Dresden Plate, and super easy to sew. A full Poinsettia flower coaster pattern, which includes the template, is available on Etsy.
Below is a brief tutorial on how easy it is to sew these charming Dresden Plate Poinsettia Coasters - let's get started!
Choose red and green fabrics that would make a lovely poinsettia - I went with Kona Rich Red and Basil Green. After cutting a strip from each color, the pieces are cut out using the template.
And by putting a ruler up to the edge of the template,
then holding the ruler in place and moving the template aside before making the cut, prevented cutting into the template. Wouldn't want to make it smaller!
Now they're sewn just like a regular Dresden Plate, with angled clipping at the fold to reduce bulk.
After opening the seam and turning right side out, the pieces are given a gentle press, then sewn together.
Once the flowers are together, the seams are pressed in a circular fashion, with three small circles fused in the center.
With some detail stitching of leaf veins, and center applique stitching,
the poinsettia flower is brought to life!
With the addition of the back, turned so that the 'leaves' are exposed between the flower petals,
And here's the back,
with a touch of sealant, such as Fray Check, in the center to take care of any fraying.
I had a ton of fun making these Dresden Plate Poinsettia Coasters, and hope you do to!
Merry Christmas!
Lovely project - thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteOh how cute are these! Another fun gift idea! Thanks, Susan!
ReplyDeleteVery Cute Susan!!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute, and very clever. Thanks for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteGreat coasters--can't wait to make some! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat coasters but I think I will make mine sunflowers!
ReplyDeleteLove, love these coasters-my main theme for decorating at Christmas are poinsettias-what a wonderful add for me-as I have no coasters! Thank you for sharing, Susan
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea, thanks for sharing it with us. I read in the comments that someone is going to try sunflowers. I think I'll try both.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea..............easy to make for gifts! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThat is a beautiful coaster. Wonderful. Thank you
ReplyDeletewonderful idea - super cute
ReplyDeleteSusan, I love these! Great idea!
ReplyDeleteGreat tip on how you lined your ruler up next to the template, then moved the template before cutting. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI love this idea and tutorial!! I am going to download this right now and get started!! Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteoooh I really love these thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteWow, not seen coasters like these before - very pretty but well worth the effort :)
ReplyDeleteI so enjoy making small projects and these coasters fit the bill. Thank you for participating in this blog hop and for your great tutorial.
ReplyDeleteVery nice.
ReplyDeleteI love these coasters. They will be perfect to make my Mom for her beverages while watching TV.
ReplyDeleteThese are so cute and clever! Thank you for sharing your pattern as part of the blog hop!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE dresdens but have never seen them used as coasters. This is a great idea for adding to our holiday decorations.
ReplyDeleteI just adore those mug rugs or coasters.
ReplyDeleteSo cute and easy to make! Love it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun way to use those blocks! Think I will just make up a couple as flowers for year round!
ReplyDeleteI think a bigger version would make a great table centre. Thank you
ReplyDeleteThese would be great as ornaments, too. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteVery cute! Thanks for the tutorial, you make it look easy with your pictures. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteVery fun project and they will make a lovely gift. TFS
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the tutorial. I love poinsettias!
ReplyDeleteGreat project, and I also enjoyed reading some of the comments. There are some really good ideas mentioned.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet project. Thanks for the tutorial.
ReplyDeleteWhat pretty coasters! A nice addition to my Christmas table!
ReplyDeleteThese are so pretty and a great gift set for the holidays. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHi Susan,
ReplyDeleteWhat fun coasters! I love the quilting on them especially - adding the veins really add the perfect touch and keep them together easily. These really look festive. ~smile~ Roseanne
What a great project. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteCute little poinsettias! These would add a splash of color anywhere! Great coaster idea (or mug rug, or whatever the proper name is!)
ReplyDeleteThis is such a cute idea! Lovely! Thank you for the tutorial and pattern!
ReplyDeleteWow, those are just darling! Thanks for sharing such a clever idea. Love it!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute!!! Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteThat is a really fun coaster tutorial. Great for a day to just play! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteAnother fun gift idea. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteso cute
ReplyDeleteVery nice
ReplyDeleteOh my, this is so creative. Thank you for a great idea. x
ReplyDeleteI love poinsettias, these coasters are so cute!
ReplyDeleteI love the coasters! I'm thinking I should make some for gifts. Thanks for the pattern and instructions.
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful Susan. They would make great gifts. On my blog, near top left, is a phone image "Email". It links to my contact form :)
ReplyDeletei love these coasters but, they are too pretty to use.
ReplyDeleteThese are fantastic. I know that I will have to make them.
ReplyDeleteso cute!!
ReplyDeleteFantastic ,can´t wait to make it.Thanks for the pattern!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing these cute coasters with the 12 Days of Christmas in July Blog Hop!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet project. Would be cute on a Christmas Tea table for decorations and as a favor!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the tutorial and pattern.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tutorial and pattern. I just learned how to make Dresden plates so have been looking for some ideas to try them.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea! They would make nice gifts.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea - thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteHow very clever you are! That's a great coaster, and not too tricky. Thank you for the easy explanations, and the chance to win some great Christmas fabric. dezertsuz at gmail
ReplyDeleteGreat idea, I may have to make them in several colors! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteInspired as always. And clear directions, too. Thanks.
ReplyDeletePat
Your coasters are fabulous for a special gift. Thanks for the wonderful directions.
ReplyDeleteVery original idea for holiday decor. This is definitely on the to do list😉
ReplyDeleteVery cute coaster. Thanks for the directions on how to make them.
ReplyDeleteI like how you showed us that great tip to pull the template away from the ruler. Would definitely save some frustration!
ReplyDeleteSusan, this is awesome!!! I know I have some green and red Kona hanging around in the stash - I will definitely be making some of these!! Thanks for all you've done to help make the hop a success!!
ReplyDeleteLove these. These are on my to do list. SHHHH will be making these for gifts for my quilt group buddies. Thanks so much.
ReplyDeleteI love the Dresden Plate pattern. What a great idea for Christmas coasters.
ReplyDeleteHow cheerful those are! They would be great for a gift exchange at a holiday party. Thanks very much for sharing your design & template, as well as for the tutorial.
ReplyDeletevery nice coasters thanks for the tutorial too
ReplyDeleteVery nice and not to difficult to get done by Christmas. Jmikebalou (at) aol (dot) com
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! Love it.
ReplyDeleteCute project. I may have to give dresden plate a try. Thanks for participating in the blog hop!
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ReplyDeleteVery cool dresden.
Those are darling. I can just see them all over the house at Christmas! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLove these. I may have to try the dresden plate pattern. You make this look doable. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! And Dresden Plate is on my long term to-quilt list, so maybe this would be good practice.
ReplyDeleteThose are really pretty and your instructions make it look very easy. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThese are too, too cute. Thanks for the great directions.
ReplyDeleteHow adorable are those!!!
ReplyDeleteThese are great! They could be adaptable for all seasons. I'm getting ideas...
ReplyDeleteOh these are so cute!! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI love these! Thanks for the directions on how to make them. I just might try a few!
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Love this! Thanks.
ReplyDeleteVery cute idea, would be great for gifts! Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThese are adorable-- I can't resist dresdens.
ReplyDeleteThis is such an awesome project--I know a few people that would love to get these as a gift! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThey're so pretty! Your perfect stitching of the veins, etc, really make them look great.
ReplyDeleteThese are a very festive and great way to add decor while protecting the table. Thank you for sharing this great gift idea!
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