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Quilting: cathedrel windows
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cathedrel windows

christmas table runner

christmas table runner
table runner,music theme

Instructions

start with 9.5 inch squares cut from muslin.with right sides together, Fold in half and stitch on both ends.open and stitch remaning seem and leave about1.5 inches for turning rightside out. press into flat square.fold corners to center to form smaller square. press.join 2 squares at triangles,plus 2 more to make a square.whip stitch corners in center to hold in place.Now insert 3inch insert of ...
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Category: Quilting

Type of item: Accessory

For: Home

Style: Classic, Whimsical, Holiday, Traditional


Materials

I used muslim squares and music scrap material for inserts as a theme. Around the edge has a crocheted edging. a table runner for the holidays.my first try at this.

What was your inspiration?

I was inspired by the challenge and haven't done it before. the look it creates is beautiful.

What are you most proud of?

the fact that by observing it on tv ,I was able to write down the instructions. I'm pleasantly pleased with my first attempt,and I'm already planning on a larger version for my twin bed. I also love the fact you don't need a backing or batting or an edgeing. I put on an edgeing because it needed something for width.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

I'm really new to quilting. never had time when I was working full time. start with smaller project like a table runner and colors or themes you might already have. Have the courage to try somthig new and surprise yourself.You'll get inspired to do more than you think.

 

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StitchingTeresa on craftsy.com
Jan 12, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I have already shared the cathedral ornament...its on here in my projects and there's a link to step by step instructions, too. I'm looking forward to making one of your runners!
Red Hen Sewing on craftsy.com
Jan 11, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I really like that. I made a quilt for my son's bed years a go. Never thought about a table runner. A great idea.
StitchingTeresa on craftsy.com
Jan 10, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
This is beautiful! I've made ornaments out of them, but now I want a tablerunner to match my ornaments! To make an ornament, you put two back to back, then turn 1/4 turn and sew the ends down...and you have your front and back that way to add your different fabric! You can stuff the inside w/a little batting before whipstitching the top closed and add a little string to hang it on the tree...or ribbon...would be perfect w/this runner! I'm so excited! I want to start making this ASAP! lovely!!!
merlene sloan on craftsy.com
Jan 12, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
what a great idea, never thought of ornaments. when you finish it hope you share it with us.
Martens on craftsy.com
Dec 18, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Well done! I've attempted this in the past. It's not easy and it looks like you have it mastered!
merlene sloan on craftsy.com
Dec 15, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
hope you give it a try and enjoy