Download free PDF Step by step guide 1.Shrinkage 8-15 % (eg. linen, cotton, muslin) Cut 1 pc. 50 cm x 70 cm Shrinkage 15-20 % (eg. jacquard) Cut 1 pc. 60 cm x 80 cm or use one of our Fat Quarters, sized 45 cm x 50 cm.2.Cut a piece of ribbon, measured 17 cm for a strap.3.Hem the dish towel 2 x 1 cm onto the reverse, at the same time sew the strap on, in one of the corners, or fold the strap and place on the middle of the long side of the dishtowel, and press.