15. Mod Scandinavian Geometric Coaster
What This Idea Means
Inspired by mid-century Nordic textile design, this coaster utilizes sharp color blocking, half-circles, triangles, and clean diagonal lines in a sophisticated palette of mustard, navy, pale gray, and rust.
Materials Needed
- Monk’s Cloth: Fine/medium weave monk’s cloth.
- Yarn: Mustard yellow, navy blue, light gray, and rust yarn.
- Punch Needle Tool: Fine adjustable punch needle.
- Backing Material: Grey or navy felt.
- Adhesive: High-strength fabric glue.
- Tools: Ruler, protractor/triangle rule, marker, hoop.
How to Make It
- Geometric Blueprint: Draw a 4-inch square or circle, then partition it into diagonal quadrants, half-circles, or offset triangles.
- Color Blocking: Fill each sharp geometric block with one of the four colorways. Keep stitch rows parallel to the straight outer lines of each polygon for clean edges.
- Precision Edging: Outline color intersections cleanly with fine stitches.
- Assembly: Coat the back with glue, trim leaving 1/2-inch border, fold under, and affix felt backing.
Tips and Variations
- Asymmetrical Split: Divide the coaster 70/30 diagonally for an artistic, modern ratio.
- Muted Nordic Palette: Use soft slate blue, dusty rose, sage, and linen white.