Monday, February 18, 2013

How to make Table Runners


Table runners are pretty simple.  

You will need one strip of fabric or burlap 8" longer than the length of your table, 14" wide.
You will need two pieces for the ruffle on each end 13" Long and 24" Wide.
Matching thread
Sewing Machine

Press the long edges under 1/4" all the way down each side.  Turn under another 1/4" and press again.  Stitch down both sides with matching thread and a bit longer than normal straight stitch length, about a 3.

Press the bottom and ends of each ruffle piece 1/4" and 1/4" again, as above.  Stitch down.  Using the longest stitch, gather the unhemmed edge, making note of which side the bobbin thread on on.  Make two rows of stitching, close together,  pull these threads to gather.  Repeat for other ruffle.

Pulling the bobbin threads makes gathering easier.  DO NOT pull the threads on one side and then pull the ones on the other side.  It will LOCK the stitches and you will have to gather again.

Pull stitches up to fit the end of the table runner.  With right sides together, raw edges touching, pin and then stitch across where the gathers are.  Make a top stitch just above the ruffle, catching the seam as you go so it will lay flat.

Play around with top curtains with pretty edges, lace, another color fabric, muslin, burlap.  Make it for a gift or to add something special to your decor.  Have fun.

Hugs, Nancy

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