Quilting

Ok, so, I still have tons to learn.  My quilting is not very good - well, my SEWING isn't very good.  Lets start there!  Sigh.........
Here are my placemats.  I did the two on the right first.  They were downstairs. I have no idea how the two on the left came out with the stripes going the oppostie way.  What the heck?

Ok, so, it adds a little interest anyway................

Here is the hot pad to match.  It also is not my best work.  It was night time and I wanted this project done.  Why I do that to myself, God only knows..............

First time using insulbrite - I also used an extra piece of insul-brite and an extra piece of batting.  No heat should get thru this baby!