7 DIY Projects With Cloth Napkins

Fabric by the yard may be the obvious choice for most projects, but don’t discount cloth napkins. 20” x 20” napkins are perfect for small DIY projects. You can find a set for just $10. They are frequently sold individually, too, so it’s easy to mix and match. Best of all, napkins are precut and come with finished edges, so you can use them as is—no sewing needed.

Use a chair with a seat that’s easy to detach. Find the step-by-step instructions at this link. Napkins: Heredia 20" x 20" napkins, $8 each, anthropologie.com; Chairs: Äpplarö wood folding chairs, $35 each, ikea.com

Find the step-by-step instructions at this link. Napkins: Medallion Block Print 20" x 20" napkins in blue, and Floral Block Print 20" x 20" napkins in orange and teal, $10 for each set of 4, all worldmarket.com; Boxes: Stockholm 8 1/4"W x 8 1/4"D x 5"H photo storage boxes, $10 each, containerstore.com

Find the step-by-step instructions at this link. Napkins: (clockwise from left) Vie Block Print and Leti Block Print 22" x 22" napkins, $5 each, and Liam Grey Stripe 22" x 22" napkin, $10, all crateandbarrel.com; Black fabric: Springs Creative Natural Charm cotton broadcloth in black, $3.50 per yard, onlinefabricstore.net