How to Sew Hanging Kitchen Towels

Materials Needed:

- Fabric (cotton, linen, or terry cloth)

- Coordinating thread

- Fabric scissors

- Sewing machine

- Iron

- Rotary cutter (optional)

- Cutting mat (optional)

- Ruler (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Your Fabric:

a. Wash, dry, and iron your fabric to remove any wrinkles or creases.

2. Cut Your Fabric:

a. Cut your fabric into rectangles or squares. For hanging kitchen towels, a good size is approximately 18 inches by 28 inches.

b. If you prefer a different size, adjust the measurements accordingly.

c. Cut as many rectangles or squares as you need.

3. Hem the Edges:

a. Fold the edges of each rectangle or square about 1/4 inch twice and press.

b. Stitch along the folded edge close to the inner fold.

4. Add the Hanging Loop:

a. Cut a piece of fabric about 2 inches wide and 6 inches long.

b. Fold the fabric piece in half lengthwise and press.

c. Open the folded fabric and place it in the center of the top edge of the towel, about 1 inch from the edge.

d. Fold the towel in half lengthwise, enclosing the hanging loop.

e. Stitch across the top edge of the towel, catching the hanging loop in the seam.

5. Top Stitch:

a. To add a decorative touch and reinforce the seams, top stitch around all the edges of the towel, about 1/8 inch from the edge.

6. Finish:

a. Press the hanging kitchen towels again to give them a neat and professional look.

b. Your hanging kitchen towels are now ready to use and add a touch of charm and functionality to your kitchen.