One of my favorite projects from
Improvising Tradition: 18 Quilted Projects Using Strips, Slices, and Strata![](//ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=teaginnydesig-20&l=am2&o=1&a=1620333376)
is also the simplest to make. Scattered Colors Table Runner is the perfect pattern to try if you are new to improvisational piecing or if you are more experienced and want a quick project. The pattern is in the Slice and Insert section of the book. The design is simple, but it really packs a visual punch. (I can't believe I haven't shared the photo before now, even though I shared a project inspired by it
in this post.)
photo by Joe Hancock
I made the runner using a crossweave for the background and shimmery shot cottons for the pops of color. The straight line quilting and matching binding keep the focus on the design.
I used rectangles of the featured fabrics on the front to create a striped backing, making the runner reversible. The texture of this runner is delicious.