Watermelon Coasters – Plastic Canvas Project #TigerStrypesBlog 23

Watermelon Coasters – Plastic Canvas Project

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I found a free plastic canvas project online for this plastic canvas watermelon coasters project, and thought it would be fun to try!  I’ve been a cross-stitcher forever, but it’s starting to be hard with my vision, and my hands.  I figured I’d try plastic canvas to see if it was any easier.  I’m not a pro at this, but figured it was fun.  I see the ladies that have things at the craft fairs like this and they look identical on the front, and the back – I need to learn that trick!!

These would be perfect for a Spring brunch, or a Summer party outdoors. Very easy to make, and a great way to use up scraps of plastic canvas pieces and extra yarn.

I hope you like it!! Have a blessed day, and please be sure to comment on, and share this #TBCCrafters craft on your social media channels – thanks!!

Make Some Watermelon Coasters From Plastic Canvas

Materials/Tools Used:

• Plastic Canvas (10-Count)
• Yarn
• Craft Needle
• Scissors
• Felt/Self-Adhesive Foam
• Glue Gun
• & Time!

Instructions:

I started by using some green yarn and making the “rinds” of the watermelon, for the coasters (I made a total of four).

Then, using some black yarn, I added the “seeds”.

Now, after using some white yarn (for the rind), I then used red yarn for the inner part.  Just using basic stitches to fill it in, which was pretty ease.  I made sure when I was finished with the piece, to run my needle under the back to hide the excess, and then trim it.

When I was done with all of the watermelon pieces, I cut them out, leaving a bit on the edge.  Then, using an “Overcast Stitch”, I finished the edges.

Next, I made the pieces for the “stand” that they will sit in.

When I had all of the pieces finished, I just attached them together to form the bottom portion.  Using an “Overcast Stitch” to also finish the edges on this piece.

Now, I just used some sticky craft foam to make a back for the coasters.  You could also use felt.  I just traced out the outline of the pieces, and cut it a bit smaller to fit on the back.  You could also use hot glue to adhere it.

Now you can just display them wherever you wish, and allow your guests to enjoy keeping the “rings” off of your table.

Hope you like it!  Please take a minute to leave me a comment and let me know what you would do different, or what you would add, etc.  Be sure to tweet, pin, share, etc. – thanks!!

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