This cute table runner is fast and easy to make, especially if you use 2 1/2-inch by 42 inch cut sets, called Jellies. You can find a good choice in your local quilting shops or on the Internet, e.g. Amazon.com or Equilter.com.
The designs are from the Spiral Flower Set for the 4" x 4" hoop.
The finished size of the tablerunner is about 17 1/2" x 33". |
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You will need :
- embroidery threads in either polyester or rayon; select them to match the colors of your fabrics,
- light cream cotton fabric for the central part, measuring 13 1/2" x 21 1/2",
- 8 matching patterned fabrics (the pre-cut 2 1/2" x 42" strip sets are ideal!)
- light-weight cut-away embroidery stabilizer,
- fabric for the backing and binding,
- batting,
- quilter's ruler, rotary cutter, iron,
- sewing and quilting threads of colors matching your fabrics.
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| Cutting: |
Out of 7 patterned fabrics each, cut a strip measuring 2 1/2" x 15 1/2".
Out of the 8th patterned fabric, cut 2 strips measuring 2 1/2" x 33 1/2" .
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Out of the fabric for the central part, cut a piece measuring 13 1/2" x 21 1/2".
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| Assembly: |
| Note: seam allowance is 1/4", press each seam immediately after you make it. |
Lay out the seven 2 1/2" x 15 1/2" strips in order you want to sew them.
Then sew all 7 strips together along the long sides. |
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Press seam allowance to one side.
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The new block is slightly larger then we need. It's done so that you can trim the upper and lower edges to make them square.
Cut the block into 6 strips 2 1/2" wide and separate them into 2 groups, 3 strips per each group.
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| Flip the middle strip in each group. |
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| Sew the 3 strips together. The new block will measure 13 1/2"x 6 1/2". |
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Sew both units to the short edges of the central part.
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Sew the border strips to the long edges of the working piece.
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Embroidery:
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| Embroider one design at a time. Randomly distribute them over the central part. Select thread matching the colors of your fabrics. |
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Quilting and Finishing:
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Now place the backing on a flat surface (table) face down. Cover with batting. Spread your working piece over it.
Pin all layers together.
We quilted in a free-motion style all over the table runner. |
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| Press with heavy steam. Square the quilt. Finish the raw edges with the binding. |
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Have fun!
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