20+ Easy DIY Quilted Placemats to Make in a Day

Want to make your own set of quilted placemats? We’ve gathered our favorite simple quilted placemat patterns to help you get startedโ€”both free and for purchase!

These quilted placemats are great small quilting projects you can make as a beginner or an afternoon quilting project. Fun project ideas to sharp your quilting skills and projects you can actually finish in a day!

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Explore Free Quilted Placemats to Inspire Your Next Project

How to Make a Quilted Placemats using Fat Quarters by Simple Simon & Co. (Free Pattern)
I think we agree that this is super simple, super quick, and super eye-catching placemat. I love the fresh juicy lemon fabric print Elizabeth from Simple Simon & co. used. As the title suggest, it is pieced using fat quarters. 

Square in Square Quilted Placemat Pattern by Polka Dot Chair (Free Pattern)
Practice the square-in-a-square quilt block and make these cute geometric placemats! Play with prints and frame your favorite parts. A simple and fun small quilting project!

Doublet Placemats by AGF Studio (Free Pattern)
Create these fun geometric placemats with a simple monochrome design that reminds me of piano keys. The pattern uses strip piecing to speed up the process and create an eye-catching geometric look. I love the classic black and white comboโ€”itโ€™s timeless and stylish!

Abstract Quilted Placemats by Anna Alicia for Frankie Magazine (Free Pattern)
I just love these simple quilted placemats Anna designed! As she says, they’re like tiny abstract artworks that brighten up any meal while protecting your table. The appliquรฉ adds a playful touch, and the quilting ties it all together. Go for straight-line stitching or try Annaโ€™s wavy mashโ€”either way, it’s a guaranteed fun project!

Easy to Sew Re-usable DIY Placemats for Work or Play by Sew Can She (Free Pattern)
This isn’t a quilted placemat, but it could easily become one! What I love about this pattern is the option to roll it upโ€”super handy for a party or picnic! It comes together quickly, letting you showcase your favorite colors, prints, and, of course, quilting patterns!

Easy Quilted Placemat Tutorial by Apple Green Cottage (Free Pattern)
Want to make quick quilted placemats? This jelly-roll friendly pattern is the perfect choice! Pick your favorite jelly roll and get ready to bring a fresh quilting project to the table!

All In a Row – Quilted Placemats by Sameliaโ€™s Mum (Free Pattern)
Looking for an easy scrap quilting project? This quilted placemat is pieced using mixed stripsโ€”about 4โ€ long, with widths ranging from 3/4โ€ to 2โ€. Anorina added a special touch with hand stitchingโ€”such a great detail! Grab your scraps and create your own set of quilted placemats!

Placemats for Fall by Sew Can She (Free Pattern)
Make this simple quilted placemat using basic quilting blocks: half-square triangles and flying geese. These two blocks form the border, leaving the center openโ€”a perfect canvas to showcase your quilting skills! Caroline from Sew Can She used a fall colorway, but you can easily swap the colors and prints to match any season or vibeโ€”whether it’s a holiday project or a fun summer design.

Charm Pack Placemat by Happy Quilting (Free Pattern)
Bring your favorite charm pack to the table! These charm pack-friendly placemats are easy to make, and each charm pack makes 4 placemats.

Liberty Love Quilted Placemat Tutorial by Polka Dot Chair (Free Pattern)
Looking for simple and quick quilting projects with hearts? Make this lovely placemat! And if you want more heart-themed projects, get inspired by our favorite heart quilt patterns!

Free Quilted Halloween Placemat Pattern by Polka Dot Chair (Free Pattern)
Make a spooky set of quilted placemats! The pattern is fat quarter-friendly, so you can easily create a whole collection. Why not pair your Halloween quilts with Halloween placemats?

Discover Beautiful Quilted Placemat Patterns Worth Buying

Doily Placemat Pattern by Sewing Illustration
I love this minimalist placemat pattern with its simple round shape and wavy corners. Donโ€™t worry about binding those wavy cornersโ€”weโ€™ve got a simple bias binding tutorial to help!

Gingham Placemat Pattern by Sewing Illustration
Make a simple gingham set of quilted placemats! Each placemat measures 15 1/2ห x 11″. The pattern includes a video tutorial featuring a free-motion quilting designโ€”letโ€™s try something new!

Ohio Star Placemats by Day Time Stitchery
Hereโ€™s another fun quilted placemat pattern inspired by the classic Ohio Star block! Go monochrome for a bold look or use your scraps for a colorful versionโ€”either way, you’ll get a modern geometric finish. The finished placemat measures 13 ยฝ” x 19″.

Round FPP Star Quilted Placemat by Daniela Patchwork
Let your quilted placemats be the star of the table! This round placemat pattern features a stunning star design and uses foundation paper piecing. It takes some skill, but itโ€™s definitely worth a try!

Round FPP Quilted Placemat by Daniela Patchwork
Here’s another round placemat pattern by Daniela. Simple and minimalist, it’s perfect for showing off your quilting. Try straight-line quilting for a modern, geometric touch!

Christmas Stars Pattern by OurForeverHomeCrafts
Make this cute placemat with stars! This Christmas pattern can easily bring a winter vibe with cool tones or turn into a bright, lively placemat with bold solids or prints. Get inspired by modern color schemes for a fresh, contemporary look!

Modern Table Quilted Placemat Pattern by Tulip Square
This modern quilted placemat features a fresh take on the pinwheel block. Have fun with colors and create a vibrant set of placemats!

Quilted Placemats Pattern by Marshall Street Sewing
Sew up a set of 16″ x 11″ placemats fast with strip piecing method! This beginner-friendly, jelly roll-friendly pattern comes together in an afternoonโ€”perfect for a quick quilting project!

Log Cabin Placemats by Freemotionbytheriver
Make a set of quilted placemats inspired by the traditional Log Cabin block! With three sizes to choose from, you can pick the perfect fit for your table.

Kaleidoscope Quilted Placemat Pattern by Tulip Square
This playful pattern gives you plenty of optionsโ€”go bold with vivid colors or keep it subtle with soft tones for a modern set of quilted placemats. The pattern includes a step-by-step tutorial, and if you prefer, you can follow a video tutorial to make a finished 18″ x 12″ placemat!

Checkered Table Quilted Placemat Pattern by Tulip Square
The Tulip Square team designed another fun placemat, this time using just squares and rectangles. The pattern comes together quickly and easily, with no diagonal cuts or sewingโ€”perfect for beginners!

Hope youโ€™re feeling inspired! Weโ€™d love to hear about your favorite design in the commentsโ€”so grab your fabric and start creating beautiful quilted placemats!

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