I’ve loved notebooks ever since I was a little girl . . . maybe that’s why I decided to be an elementary teacher and writer when I grew up! Anyway, awhile back I started on a B-I-G embroidery project (post to come!) and I wanted it to be on fabric that looks like notebook paper. I found a lightweight knit in white with black stripes . . . perfect! The other day I noticed the remnants and decided I should turn them into something, too. So I cut them into twelve squares, embroidered a red stripe on half of them (my other road trip embroidery project), stitched them right sides together with a square of quilt batting added to the stack, trimmed, turned, top-stitched, and had a set of six cute coasters in no time at all. I think they’ll make a perfect gift for a teacher or writer . . . and I know lots of those! ♥
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adore these!!!
Thank you! They make me smile, too!
What a great way to use up small remnants of fabric. Love it!
Thank you! And I have a bit more of the fabric, too . . . I wonder what’s next?
Great fabric find! These turned out so cute and useful, too! Perfect for that cup of tea while grading papers. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you! I can’t wait to show you the BIG project I made with this fun fabric . . . hope to finish it in the next day or two!
A BIG project…hmmm…I can’t wait to see what it is.
Love it
Thank you! I was super lucky to find that fabric!
Good idea, did you put any wadding between the layers to help with heat from cups etc? Love the fabric too and most interested to see the big project.
Yes, I added a layer of quilt batting, and they seem to be just the right thickness and absorbability now. (Is that a word???)
And I have one more little piece of the fabric so I’m sure I’ll find an inspiration for it soon! 
these are so great!I just picked up my first sewing machine so your sight is going to be a grat source of help even more so now.
Aww . . . thank you! And you’ll have SO much fun with your sewing machine! I still use the one I got in high school . . . it’s very basic, but it works just fine for the simple projects I make. Enjoy!!!
Great idea, so simple but practical. Embroiderers could add a verse or word of encouragement too. (a-la-mode) LOL
I love that idea!!! Thank you!
Great idea. You’re so clever!
And you’re so sweet!
Thank you! 
What a great idea! I think these are almost simple enough that I couldn’t screw them up. Almost.
You’re so funny!!!
But thank you! 
Clever idea!
Thank you!
I’ve always been fond of notebooks as well.
I have every size and shape in my desk, kitchen, purse . . .
Yep! Sounds familiar.
Love it!
Thank you, Mimi!
I nominated you for the Sunshine Blogger Award!!
http://stacysewsandschools.wordpress.com/2012/08/12/the-sunshine-blogger-award/
Aww . . . thank you, Stacy!!! You’re such a sweetie! I’m glad you enjoy visiting Pillows A-la-mode . . . I sure enjoy visiting your super-creative blog! Have a great week!
Katherine
Thank you SO much, Katherine!!!!!
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Love it! Look like you bought them at some fancy stores
I think these are so cute. I am going to show them to my teachers at work. Do you do special orders and how much would you you sell them for.
Thank you for the lovely compliment! Actually, I just make things for our home and for gifts. I really admire everyone who has a sewing/crafting business, but I guess I’m in it for the fun.
These are so freaking cute!!!
Thank you! And super easy! I hope you’ll make some!
Beautiful! Loved it.