Looking to get reacquainted with your fabric scraps? These Conversation Coasters are a breeze to make and require just a little fabric. With four different templates to choose from, this tutorial is a great introduction to Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP). So, put your Liberty fabrics on full display while adding some personality to your table. These coasters are sure to get your friends talking! For inspiration, check out our thoughtfully curated stash packs and bundles.
Green Stash Pack
Red Stash Pack
Rainbow Charm Squares
Gold Stash Pack
Pink Stash Pack
Navy Stash Pack
Rainbow Sampler Stash Pack
Fabric Requirements
Other Project Supplies
- Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) paper
- Cutting mat
- Rotary cutter
- Ruler
- Iron and ironing board
- Pins or Wonder Clips
- Scissors
- Point turner (optional)
- Sewing machine and good needle
- Coordinating thread
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1: Create Your Coaster Top
a) Download the Conversation Coaster Template here or visit the DuckaDilly Free Downloads page. The template should be printed at 100% scale and is best when printed on FPP paper for easier paper removal.
Our FPP templates are 5 inches unfinished.
b) Decide on your color scheme and fabric layout, then complete your coaster front using the FPP template of your choice.
Step 2: Cutting Your Coaster Fabrics
a) Cut your coaster front to size.
b) In addition to your front block, you will need to cut:
- 1 Back fabric
- 1 Fusible interfacing
- 1 Fusible fleece
See the table under "Fabric Requirements" for cut sizes.
Step 3: Stabilizing Your Coaster
a) Carefully remove the paper template from your coaster front.
b) Iron the fusible interfacing to the wrong side of your coaster top, following the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
c) Next, center the fusible fleece on the interfacing, leaving a 1/4 inch around the edges, and iron according to the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
Step 4: Finishing Your Coaster
a) Pin or clip together the front and back pieces of your coaster (right sides facing).
b) Sew a 1/4 inch seam around the edge of the coaster, leaving a 2 inch opening on one side. It is easiest to sew the corners and leave the opening in the middle of a straight side.
c) Clip the corners to reduce bulk.
d) Carefully flip the coaster right side out. A point turner can help to create crisp, clean corners.
e) At the opening, fold the front and back fabric inside the coaster 1/4 inch and pin or clip to secure.
f) Top stitch around the entire perimeter of the coaster, as close to the edge as possible. We recommend a 1/8 inch seam or less to conceal the opening.
