About this Product
Make a functional (and unique) playmat in under 30 mins, less than 10 steps, and with minimal materials. ***THIS LISTING IS FOR THE DIGITAL DOWNLOAD TUTORIAL***
Skill Level: Beginner
Materials (for a 24-inch diameter playmat): A half-yard of fabric for the inside fabric; A half-yard of fabric for the outside fabric; 2.5 yards of bias tape; 76-inches of cord.
Time to complete project: Approx. 30 mins.
This DIY fully illustrated sewing tutorial is simple and easy to follow. It yields a 24-inch diameter playmat, which can easily hold a 100-piece, 4-foot-long Melissa & Doug floor puzzle. Conveniently store building blocks, Legos, art supplies, balls, puzzles, magnet tiles, stuffed animals, dolls, dress-up clothes, a picnic lunch, and more!
Don't make just one! These playmats are perfect for playdates, hotel stays, beach trips, visits to grandparents, sleepovers, and camping trips. They also make awesome gift bags (alone or stuffed with fun toys/items)! When pulled into a bag, the playmat is a great storage solution for small spaces.
***This tutorial does not include a printable circle pattern as the cutting and pasting would be exhaustive. This tutorial DOES include detailed written instructions with color illustrations for each step.***
How to Make a Large Circle?
I know this may be an obvious (and silly) question but when I first attempted this project, my mind struggled to lock onto anything in my home that I could use as a template. After hunting around for several minutes, I spotted a few items that worked…
- a child-sized table (flipped upside down);
- a clean garbage can lid;
- a bicycle tire;
- a laundry basket;
- my neighbor’s hula hoop :);
- a pizza pan.
Of course, you can freehand the circle. Keep in mind the larger the circle the more materials you’ll need. I recommend at least 3 yards of bias tape. I had nearly ¾- yards left over after making this 24-inch bag.
Enjoy! You are only limited by your imagination :)!
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Meet the Maker
Novice10 creations are made with love by me! I started as a 10-year-old novice who loved to be artistic. People tell me I am an artist because I love to make things. Making jewelry, crocheting, and sewing are of many ways I express myself as an artist. What I like most about creating is that I am able to experiment with new things. Thank you for stopping by my shop!
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New to sewing or crocheting? Novice10 patterns (crochet and sewing) are fully illustrated and written with beginners in mind. Your DIY creations should be beautiful & fun! All patterns include a detailed materials list and tips for success. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about the instructions. Novice10 patterns are not for resale. Thanks in advance for your understanding and consideration.
I look forward to seeing your creations. Happy crafting!
