A pleated tablecloth hugs the table at a custom-fit layout that lends a formal air to an eating area. You have got many layout alternatives for a custom-made pleated tablecloth. Whichever pattern you decide on, begin your pleated tablecloth sewing project with careful preparation, attention to design detail, and accurate measuring and pinning. The finished sewn tablecloth will lay smoothly and provide an attractive background to table settings.
Design and Fabric
Consider your table’s dimensions and the finished look you’re choosing. The larger the table, the more pleats it can manage without becoming overly busy. For instance, a long, rectangular table is hefty enough for a repeating side-pleated tablecloth. A round table lends itself to either evenly compressed box pleats or side pleats. Choose a lightweight fabric, such as wool or cotton, that’s simple to work with for your tablecloth. Fabric may either be a solid colour, a symmetrical print — such as a plaid — or even an asymmetrical, multicolored print. When choosing the fabric, keep in mind any centerpieces and tableware that you’re going to be using with the tablecloth.
Corner-Pleated Tablecloth
Corner-pleated tablecloths sport a single side pleat facing the corner on both sides of every table corner. For an informal look, instead of ironing the pleats, after sewing leave the fabric open and soft. Corner pleats serve little and medium-sized rectangular and square tables well. And if you’re looking for an easy, sleek yet fitted layout for a big table, a corner-pleated tablecloth also functions well.
Center Box-Pleated Tablecloth
You can custom-create fitted tablecloths by designing with box pleats. A box pleat centered on each table includes a sign of interest. You may also undo the box pleat by folding the extra pleat fabric in at the center of this box pleat instead of at the borders. A reversed box pleat can flaunt a coordinating but different fabric in the remainder of the tablecloth, again adding a unique spot of color to the table.
Side-Pleated Tablecloth
Side-pleated tablecloths need lots of yardage for the repeating character of the pleat. However, you can design the repeating pleats to be superficial and spaced fairly far apart. To get a voluptuous fitted side-pleated tablecloth, plan on deep pleats spaced closely together. Ironing the pleats down gives a tailored air to the table leaving the fabric folds loose leaves a more casual, country style into the room.