It is very unusual for me to attempt something that requires accurate cutting and stitching, but I had to have a go at this.

At first glance , I knew this was time involved!! Wonderful job. Kay

BEAUTIFUL, what size is your squares?

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by spendlove 27 Oct 2016

I started with 15cm squares.

by dday 27 Oct 2016

Thank you, I will try to make one for a gift but may want to keep it for myself!

I think this is the best project to come along in awhile. Love yours. I tried the 2 colors, but want to do the top with border.

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by spendlove 27 Oct 2016

I haven't done one with a border yet, but yesterday I saw a double one. The basic mat was topped with a smaller version.

STUNNING .....

I just love this!!! .........next Project/creation please, Well Done

you did a terrific job~hugs~

This looks great, Sue. Well done!

This is really lovely, well done. Hugs from Maureen

well done aren't these gorgeous I have one on my to do list after I finish the boys quilts.. Hope mine turns out as nice as yours..

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by spendlove 23 Oct 2016

I'm sure it will be!

Wow that is beautiful - is the bottom section cut out as the finished look first then the other section made and stitched to it, or is it in sections and then caught together. Great idea

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by spendlove 23 Oct 2016

Twelve square stitched together - very straightforward.

A beautiful result with great Christmas colours. Stunning effect. Sew well done.

Oh wow. Bravo!! I love it

I know that I'm an old misery especially when it comes to Christmas but I must add to the praise of others here for this wonderful piece of work. Of course, the quality of the finish is just superb. My one word of caution with such craft projects is to always be mindful of the inherent fire risk that comes with using lighted candles without the safeguard of a fire retardant candle base. Of course, there are many battery operated simulated candles on the market which could be used as an alternative but these may not float everyone's boat. Just my word of caution for a happy and safe Christmas (or any similar occasion) to you all.

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by spendlove 23 Oct 2016

I have battery candles on order, but had to use a real one for the picture.
I went right off the real thing when a friend had one of those fancy ones in a glass container explode. Luckily she was in the room at the time and was able to save everything but the rug and the coffee table it was standing on.

by meganne 23 Oct 2016

OH DEAR Dennis, do we oldies always have to be such party poopers? LOL!!!
You echoed my very thoughts as soon as I saw it.
We have had so many house fires here in the last few weeks, people have lost everything as their houses couldn't be saved, and it begs the question, why?
Sue I am so very glad to know you already thought about the safety issues, as it does look really, stunningly attractive.
I cut the centre out of my real candles, to the size of a circular plastic, battery, candle, and I plop one down inside the candle, no-one can tell the difference if you get the candles that flicker like real ones.
hugs to you both xxxxx

by spendlove 23 Oct 2016

I've done that in the past as well, Meg.

And what a success

great

A great table centre piece. Hugs

Stunning, and you have mastered it well. Sandra.

Stunning, You did a great job.

beautiful you did a great job

Love it, great job.

Wow turned out Awesome hugs

Love your fabric choices. I have the pattern but haven't made one yet......better start soon, I need 5 as Christmas gifts! lol

Awesome beautiful love it

Terrific, Sue.....it looks perfect!

Nicely done!

STUNNING! Luv Chris

Sue this looks great and will be a fine centrepiece of your large dining table

This is great Sue! Really lovely! Are you going to give us information on how we can acquire this design?!!

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by spendlove 21 Oct 2016

I worked it out from a picture I'd seen, but there are tutorials on Youtube. Just search for Origami Candle Mat.

Bravo!

Excellent work!

A Job well done. I love it.