Believe it or not, this is the first project I've made from
Improvising Tradition
since it was published. A family member requested a handmade item, and the
Scattered Colors Table Runner came to mind because it is quick to make and easy to customize. I loved seeing it come together in the cool colors he requested, and I shortened the runner lightly to fit his table by simply omitting a couple of strips. It would also be easy to make it wider or narrower. The pattern is very specific, but it also teaches you the method. Once you understand the method, you can adjust it to fit your needs so simply.
Using the fabrics from the front as a simple striped backing makes the runner reversible. Love that! I used beautiful blue and green shot cottons, and the gray is a Moda crossweave.
Once you have the fabrics out and begin cutting the strips, it is just as easy to make two runners as it is to make one. I made both over the weekend, finishing up the binding over the course of a piano lesson and an evening of movies. I have listed the second runner extra for
my etsy shop. It measures 13" wide by 51" long.
Very pretty and it looks fun to make! I love both sides.
ReplyDeleteThe colors are gorgeous! Beautiful design and looks like fun to make!
ReplyDeleteI have yet to see one single thing you have done that doesn't make me want to go to my sewing room and create, create, create! You are inspired!
ReplyDeleteHow lucky that fella is to have you as a relative! I sure like this table runner, especially that you used solid-looking fabrics, though I know the shot cottons are much more than that. Your work is inspirational, Alex. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHello Alex, I found your post in my Gmail--I am delighted to see your giftedness!!!
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