Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
- Embroidery thread, hoop, needles
- Stamps, ink
- Fabric pens
- White table cloth
Step1
Begin with a simple white tablecloth sized to fit your dining table. Check out places like Bed Bath & Beyond or Linens-N-Things to find classic versions.
Step2
Collect the following craft supplies: Rubber stamps, colored ink pads, fabric markers, embroidery thread, hoops and needles. This is all available through Michaels.
Step3
Here’s how it all comes together: For your next get together set the table with the simple white tablecloth and place the craft supplies around the table--some at guest place settings and some in the middle of the table. Invite everyone to sign, doodle, graffiti, etc directly on the table. You’ll see a bit of the usual like “Dad’s Seat” or “Steve was here” but make sure to circle spills and stains as well. Draw pictures, play games and do what feels right. The tablecloth is your canvas and the event is your inspiration.
Step4
After the event, embroider the writings and pictures on the cloth so that they become part of its design. The next time you host the get together, use the same cloth but seat everyone in a different place so they can read the cloth and remember what went on the last time you were together. It’s like a canvas that documents your holidays and special occasions; a tapestry of your social life.