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Dresden Plate Template Tutorial

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How to make a Dresden plate Table Runner using the Dresden plate template set

Dresden Plates with a modern twist!

We took the traditional Dresden Plate design and added some extras.  Such as the smaller segments fits nicely over the larger segment, opening up many possibilities.

In the above video we show you how to make a table runner using the template set.

The set consists of two segment sizes: 8″ and 5″, and especially for those who like to handstitch, two 1/4″ guides to assist you to applique the circular ends of the segments.  We machine stitched the circular ends using a blanket stitch.

We include the pattern for the table runner with lots of photos showing the various steps in the pack.  And we include a picture of the various other ways you can use the set.

We have written the pattern for the table runner so you can use the centre circle as a block in itself, 9 blocks would make a lovely quilt.

And you might find some inspiration in our Community Gallery.

Have you created a beautiful work using our Modern Dresden Plate templates?

Please share it on our site ( remember you will receive a  $5 voucher for sharing a creation.)

Need more inspiration in using your Dresden Plates?  Check out our pinterest board.

Buy the templates here.

Dresden Plate on Coffee Table

 

Liz, NZ:

"I love the ruler I got from you at the show – 2 1/2” is most useful – and I love that it doesn't slip ."
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"I love the ruler I got from you at the show – 2 1/2” is most useful – and I love that it doesn't slip ."

Francine, NZ:

 “I received my first order from you last week and I just wanted to say a huge “thank you” for the lovely extra ‘goodies’ tucked into my parcel.  I look forward to seeing your next products”
2014-10-23T18:30:30+00:00
 “I received my first order from you last week and I just wanted to say a huge “thank you” for the lovely extra ‘goodies’ tucked into my parcel.  I look forward to seeing your next products”

Jean, NZ:

“Want to thank you for an excellent service.”
2014-10-23T18:30:48+00:00
“Want to thank you for an excellent service.”

Lisa, NZ:

“Thank you so much, your service is impeccable.”
2014-10-23T18:31:20+00:00
“Thank you so much, your service is impeccable.”

Cathy, QLD:

 “The templates arrived today all beautifully packed with 2 extra surprises. Thank you. Looking forward to using them.”
2014-10-23T18:31:39+00:00
 “The templates arrived today all beautifully packed with 2 extra surprises. Thank you. Looking forward to using them.”

Cathy, QLD:

“The templates arrived today all beautifully packed with 2 extra surprises. Thank you. Looking forward to using them.”

2014-10-23T18:45:37+00:00
“The templates arrived today all beautifully packed with 2 extra surprises. Thank you. Looking forward to using them.”

Catherine, NZ:

“I’ve just finished Carols Flower wall hanging for my best friends 50th soon. Am absolutely rapt with it thank you.

2014-10-23T18:45:16+00:00
“I’ve just finished Carols Flower wall hanging for my best friends 50th soon. Am absolutely rapt with it thank you.

Susan, NZ:

" Re the 2 1/2″ by 12 1/2 ” ruler - “I love it - it makes cutting bindings so easy – just fold the fabric in 4 and cut – no thinking required.”

2014-10-23T18:45:06+00:00
" Re the 2 1/2″ by 12 1/2 ” ruler - “I love it - it makes cutting bindings so easy – just fold the fabric in 4 and cut – no thinking required.”

Susan, NZ:

"Hi Carol, Thank you very much for your speedy, informative and friendly service. My parcel arrived safe and sound on Friday. It has been a pleasure doing business with you. Regards Susan.”

2014-10-23T18:44:54+00:00
"Hi Carol, Thank you very much for your speedy, informative and friendly service. My parcel arrived safe and sound on Friday. It has been a pleasure doing business with you. Regards Susan.”

Val, NZ:

“Thank you for the prompt delivery of my order. It has just been delivered, and all neatly tied up with a lovely blue ribbon! Used your tip on reproducing photos on fabric yesterday. Worked really well”. Val also mentioned that it was important to use sellotape on the leading edge of the fabric as I suggested.


2014-10-23T18:44:39+00:00
“Thank you for the prompt delivery of my order. It has just been delivered, and all neatly tied up with a lovely blue ribbon! Used your tip on reproducing photos on fabric yesterday. Worked really well”. Val also mentioned that it was important to use sellotape on the leading edge of the fabric as I suggested.

Anne, NZ:

“I have been using your oval templates over the holiday season to make appliqué patterns and I have also used them to mark up a quilt for quilting (by machine). I love your stuff!”


2014-10-23T18:43:50+00:00
“I have been using your oval templates over the holiday season to make appliqué patterns and I have also used them to mark up a quilt for quilting (by machine). I love your stuff!”

Sandy NZ:

“I love the smooth clean outline of the shapes.”

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“I love the smooth clean outline of the shapes.”

Julie NZ:

“They are so versatile, they can be used by teachers for children’s crafts.”

2014-10-23T18:42:58+00:00
“They are so versatile, they can be used by teachers for children’s crafts.”

Margaret NZ:

“We can’t wait to see what Carol comes up with next.”
2014-10-23T18:42:47+00:00
“We can’t wait to see what Carol comes up with next.”

Jennifer, NZ:

“I like the versatility of the templates, you can use your imagination. I take the 2 1/2″ by 12″ ruler with me all the time, it’s so useful.”
2014-10-23T18:43:35+00:00
“I like the versatility of the templates, you can use your imagination. I take the 2 1/2″ by 12″ ruler with me all the time, it’s so useful.”

From Shirley, NZ,

Shirley was a recipient of one of our Craft Fair Prize packs in February 2014:
“Hi Carol, Just letting you know that my prize pack arrived, thank you. What a fabulous array of goodies – far more than I expected so a huge thank you. They are all going to be extremely useful. A friend and I hope to be in Auckland later in the year for Calico Xmas so hope to see you there. Once again my grateful thanks, Shirley.”
2014-10-23T18:44:30+00:00
Shirley was a recipient of one of our Craft Fair Prize packs in February 2014: “Hi Carol, Just letting you know that my prize pack arrived, thank you. What a fabulous array of goodies – far more than I expected so a huge thank you. They are all going to be extremely useful. A friend and I hope to be in Auckland later in the year for Calico Xmas so hope to see you there. Once again my grateful thanks, Shirley.”