Molly's Sketchbook: Pulled Fringe Napkins

I have celebrated Thanksgiving all over the country, from sunny California to crisp New England. Everywhere I've spent the holiday has unveiled its own unique traditions. One year I went to Kauai and ate poi with my turkey, while an army of giant ants enjoyed our homemade pies. Last year I helped my friend Nicole make a delicious Mexican mole turkey in Richmond, Virginia. But no matter where Thanksgiving finds me, there are always some comforting constants: good food, friends and family, and a thoughtfully set table.  

I've made it something of an annual tradition to contribute a new set of cloth napkins to the Thanksgiving table, wherever it is! In fact, this is my fifth set! (You can see all of them here.) It's a tradition I love because, even if you're like me and don't have real silver or good china, it feels special to embellish your mismatched plates and odd serving dishes with some beautiful homemade napkins!

This year's napkins were inspired by pretty antique linens. I used the soft and lovely Prairie Cloth, whose subtle texture and loose weave lend a warm, homespun feel. I gave the edges a fringed finish to add to the napkins' old fashioned charm. My Pulled Fringe Napkins are as simple as pumpkin pie to whip up and will surely make your Thanksgiving festivities a little extra special!

If you'd like to make your own please visit my Pulled Fringe Napkins Project Journal right here. And Happy Thanksgiving! --Molly

Comments

[Stevi]

These are beautiful- I bet they would look gorgeous in the stone or charcoal colored prairie cloth with the metallic copper sewing thread.

I look forward to seeing your Thanksgiving napkin post each year---and each year is my more favorite!

[Liz]

I love these, they are elegantly simple. I can't believe Thanks giving is almost here.

[elisa]

they are gorgeous, very traditional! i'm off to make them as soon as i can steal a moment! x

[Annette]

Elegantly simple, or simply elegant. These napkins are stunning.

[Sally]

Thank you for this idea. My 8 year old granddaughter spent last weekend with me and we made these napkins together as a surprise for the family at Thanksgiving. It was her first experience using a sewing machine and the straight line decoration on the napkins was just right for her. Thanks very much!