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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Clover Point 2 Point Turner

Clover Magnetic Pin Caddy

Clover Seam Ripper

Kai Curved Scissors - 4"
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!
Products Used:
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.
9 reviews
Summary:
Quick and easy to make, this project comes together in about an hour and produces a functional mat that looks great in the kitchen. The pattern is clear and simple to follow, and the included tutorial receives high praise for its helpfulness. Materials such as classy fabric, matching thread, and insulation are appreciated, and the finished mat is both washable and sturdy. The design fits nicely under a sink rack, works well as a drying pad, and can even be coordinated with placemats or made as a gift. While the mat’s length leaves some wishing for an extra inch or two, the overall look and usefulness, especially in vibrant colorways like Limoncello, stand out. Making an additional mat for pets or as a hostess gift is on a few to-do lists, inspired by the pattern's versatility.
Note: The summary above is generated automatically based on customer feedback.
Donna
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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)
DOROTHY H
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Beautiful useful quick project
Posted: (07/07/2025)
Valerie L.
Beautiful fabric and a great design.
Posted: (06/17/2025)
Kathy M.
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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)
Judy B
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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)
Dryer Mat
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Great Mat for your drying dishes etc.
Posted: (04/08/2025)
Clara Todd
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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)
Dar
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It's a fun easy project. Only wish it was an inch or 2 longer.
Posted: (04/03/2025)
Kathi M
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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)