These placemats (or napkins) are so soft and easy care, there's no reason to not use them. They are made from 100% cotton fabric with a cool texture and I have fringed the short edges to give them my favorite look - BOHO and carefree. The longer edges have a folded and stitched hem. The listing is for a set of 4, as shown in the pics. Easy care -- machine wash and dry. The fabric is preshrunk - so no worries, there. Dimensions: 18" x 14" Thanks for shopping at VKV Designs!