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Dry Ideas Pattern

Create personalized dish drying mats for every season with this versatile pattern! Whether unpieced, strip-pieced, or paper-pieced, this pattern is perfect for beginners looking to learn paper-piecing techniques or strip cutting. Jelly Roll friendly, it’s an excellent project to practice your skills and add a touch of seasonal charm to your kitchen.

Finished Size: 14-1/2" x 16-1/2" or 8" x 14-1/2".

To start planning your next project, shop our vast selection of Fat Quarters and  Jelly Rolls.

Please Note: Bosal In-R-Form Drying Mat Stabilizer is not included - add it below!

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Create personalized dish drying mats for every season with this versatile pattern! Whether unpieced, strip-pieced, or paper-pieced, this pattern is perfect for beginners looking to learn paper-piecing techniques or strip cutting. Jelly Roll friendly, it’s an excellent project to practice your skills and add a touch of seasonal charm to your kitchen.

Finished Size: 14-1/2" x 16-1/2" or 8" x 14-1/2".

To start planning your next project, shop our vast selection of Fat Quarters and  Jelly Rolls.

Please Note: Bosal In-R-Form Drying Mat Stabilizer is not included - add it below!

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Creative Grids 8-1/2" x 24-1/2" Ruler - #CGR824 - Great tool for measuring and cutting long pieces of fabric.

Creative Grids 2-1/2" x 24-1/2" Ruler - #CGR224 - Very handy for measuring and cutting long strips of fabric.

Guidelines Seam Guides 1/2" x 2" - 6ct - Very helpful for making your 1/4" seam measurements more accurate.

Clover Wonder Clips - Assorted Colors - 50ct - Perfect for holding fabrics in place without pinning.

Clover Point 2 Point Turner - Perfect to smooth out curves or achieve crisp points in your projects.

Clover Flower Head Pins - Perfect for pinning fabrics while piecing.

Clover Magnetic Pin Caddy - Extremely helpful for storing your pins securely.

Clover Seam Ripper - Great for "un-sewing" seams.

Frixion Clicker Pen 2 Pack - .7mm Black - Very helpful for temporarily marking fabrics with heat-erasing ink.

Aurifil Color Builder 3pc Set - Carrara - Black/White - High-quality cotton thread for stitching.

Schmetz Topstitch Needles - Size 80/12 - 5ct - Perfect size needle for machine stitching your quilt.

Olfa Splash 45mm Rotary Cutter - Very useful for quick and accurate fabric cuts.

Olfa 45mm Replacement Blades - Always have fresh blades ready when starting a new project.

Karen Kay Buckley Perfect Scissors - 4" - Perfect for cutting oddly shaped or small fabric pieces.

Wool Pressing Mat - 14" x 14" - Extremely useful as a portable pressing surface.

Panasonic 360° Freestyle Cordless Iron - Excellent for portable pressing.

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Summary:

Quick and simple to put together, this project has been praised for its easy-to-follow instructions and attractive design. Several customers appreciated how swiftly it came together, with one noting it took just about an hour. The included pattern, insulation, and coordinated fabrics received positive remarks, and the final product was described as both sturdy and functional, serving well as a mat for dishes or beneath a sink rack. The fabric choices, particularly the Limoncello colors, were called beautiful and a nice addition to kitchen décor. Some liked the idea of making several for gifts or using seasonal fabrics, while one customer mentioned it could be a thoughtful hostess gift. While most feedback was enthusiastic, one person did wish the finished item was an inch or two longer. Directions provided by Jen were highlighted as clear and helpful, and the ability to match the mat to other items, like placemats or even for a pet, was appreciated. Washability and fast shipping also received a nod.

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Susie

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easy to make and great gifts

easy to make and great gifts

Posted: (09/06/2025)

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Kathy C

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Pattern is well written

Love this pattern. I want to make several in different seasonal fabric for use thrughout the year. Fast shipping.

Posted: (09/01/2025)

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Donna

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Great product

I made a drying pad to match my placemats. The directions by Jen are wonderful. Going to make another one for my pet.

Posted: (08/19/2025)

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DOROTHY H

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The Limoncello colors are gorgeous in my kitchen

Beautiful useful quick project

Posted: (07/07/2025)

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Valerie L.

Great design

Beautiful fabric and a great design.

Posted: (06/17/2025)

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Kathy M.

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think this will make a great hostess gift.

I was introduced to this product from one of your fantastic videos. I plan on making two of these, one for myself and one as gift, my sister-in-law hosts our family get togethers twice a year. I try and take something unusual for her and think this will be perfect.

Posted: (06/11/2025)

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Judy B

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Easy to follow pattern

Pattern is easy to read and follow. As with other projects I would recommend reading through all the directions before starting.

Posted: (06/04/2025)

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Dryer Mat

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Mat inspiration, and so easy to make.

Great Mat for your drying dishes etc.

Posted: (04/08/2025)

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Clara Todd

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Make an Easy and Sturdy Functional Matt

An easy and functional matt to make. Can be used under your sink rack. Very nice looking. Comes with a pattern, classy fabric, matching thread, and insulation. Washable.

Posted: (04/08/2025)

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Dar

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Quick and Cute

It's a fun easy project. Only wish it was an inch or 2 longer.

Posted: (04/03/2025)

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Kathi M

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Dry Ideas pattern

It was fun & simple to make!It only took an hour or so & turned out perfect! Thank you Jen for the great tutorial!!!

Posted: (03/20/2025)

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