Transform an old or used tablecloth into something spectacular using embroidery. Use this tablecloth project as a springboard to recreating all kinds of everyday items. Embroidery is a quick and easy way to breathe new life into discarded articles, or to bring a touch of elegance to an inexpensive purchase.

Level: Intermediate
Time: 3 hours

Janome Supplies Required

• Any Janome Embroidery machine
• Blue Tip needles 75/11
• Janome Embroidery thread in colors to complement tablecloth
• Clothsetter for machine model
• Embroidery hoop to fit chosen design
• Janome pre-wound bobbins
• Embroidery foot P

Fabric and Notions Required

• Tablecloth 
• Iron-on tearaway stabilizer 

1. Select the area(s) of the tablecloth to be embroidered. You may choose to place the embroidery in the center, in the corners, or in a pattern throughout the tablecloth.
2. Based on the space you would like to cover, choose an embroidery design. You may choose to use Digitizer or Customizer software, or the edit function in your Memory Craft to alter or duplicate your design.
3. Use the Clothsetter to position the embroidery design on the tablecloth.
4. Hoop the tablecloth with stabilizer, then stitch out the design.

It’s that easy! Use your imagination to breathe new life into all kinds of discarded items. Embroidery is a quick and easy way to recycle!