Modern Table Runner
![Modern table runner with lamp next to it](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0510/1509/0359/files/introP_480x480.jpg?v=1607041957)
Designer: LaVerne Zuk
IG: @vernerific
This modern table runner finishes in a day and livens up any table, dresser, or kitchen island. With the right fabrics and quilting, it's easy to make one for every season.
Tools Needed:
OLFA 45mm RTY-2/C Quick-Change Rotary Cutter, Aqua
OLFA QR-6x12 6" X 12" Frosted Acrylic Ruler
OLFA RM-MG 24" X 36" Green Double-Sided, Self-Healing Rotary Mat
Fabric Requirements:
6 coordinating fat quarters
16x38 backing fabric
16x38 batting
coordinated binding/facing strips
Finished Size: 12x34 trapezoid
Block Construction:
- Spray starch and press the fat quarters.
- Stack the 6 fat quarters and cut two 2 1/2 inch strips for a total of 12 strips. Separate into two piles of 6 colors.
- Arrange each pile of strips and sew together using a 1/4" seam to create two 13x22" striped rectangles.
![Craft fabric and materials for table runner](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0510/1509/0359/files/P3_480x480.jpg?v=1607042105)
- Press the seams in alternating directions so that your seams nest later.
![Craft fabric and materials for table runner](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0510/1509/0359/files/P4_480x480.jpg?v=1607042123)
- Fold the rectangles along the 22" edge, right sides together, and sew the rectangles closed to make tubes. Finger press the last seams.
![Sewing machine cutting craft fabric and materials for table runner](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0510/1509/0359/files/P5_480x480.jpg?v=1607042142)
- Starting with one tube, line up a ruler along the short side of the tube and cut six 2 1/2" tubes of squares.
![Craft fabric with OLFA 45mm RTY-2/DX Ergonomic Rotary Cutter](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0510/1509/0359/files/P6_480x480.jpg?v=1607042156)
- Lay out the tubes, rotating each tube one square to the left. Use a seam ripper to open the tubes at the left-most seam. Lay out the strips so that each color alternates.
![Craft fabric for table runner](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0510/1509/0359/files/P7_480x480.jpg?v=1607042171)
- Sew the strips together to make a square. The seams will nest together so that the squares line up easily.
![Hand holding craft colorful fabric to craft table runner](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0510/1509/0359/files/P8_480x480.jpg?v=1607042190)
- Spin the seams when pressing to reduce bulk. For more details on spinning seams, see Bobbie Gentili's Instagram Highlights @geekybobbin.
![Patterns on craft fabric for modern table runner](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0510/1509/0359/files/P9_480x480.jpg?v=1607042205)
- Repeat steps 6 through 10 for the second large tube to make a second block.
- Cut one block in half on the diagonal. FIt the triangles to either side of the whole block, taking care that the pattern continues.
![Patterns on craft fabric for modern table runner with OLFA 45mm RTY-2/C Quick-Change Rotary Cutter, Aqua](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0510/1509/0359/files/P11_480x480.jpg?v=1607042225)
- When sewing the triangles to the block, pin for accuracy since the seams will not nest. Press seams open.
Fun Tip: use the leftovers to add interest to the backing.
Quilt and Bind/Face
I prefer to face the table runner so that it lays more flat. For facing instructions, visit Cotton & Bourbon for a free PDF how-to guide.
![Square patterns colorful blue and white fabric for modern table runner](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0510/1509/0359/files/P12_480x480.jpg?v=1607042247)
Fun Tip: use the leftovers to add interest to the backing.