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Fall Runners

I love the fall, the vibrant colors of the trees are beautiful and very inspiring.  I don't have a lot of fall type ideas, but I do have a few. 

This is a project that can also be done year round.  I make runners for my tables.  It is a great way to bring seasonal colors into your home.  The nice thing about making them is that they will be the perfect size for your tables.  I like to look for discount fabrics or use those handy Sunday coupons for a better deal.  You could also use old curtains from the thrift store.  Many older drapery are made of beautiful fabric that would cost you an arm and a leg in a regular store, but are budget friendly at a thrift shop.

Basically, I measure the width of the table and subtract about 2 inches, then measure the length and add about 14 inches.  You can do more or less depending on how much overhang that you like.  I take my measurements and use my rotary cutter, ruler and cutting mat to get the size right.  I like to cut 2 so that the runner is double sided, it has a cleaner finish and if you would like, you could use a different fabric on each side for contrast.  Another option is to do different themes on each side so that it can be flipped over for the next season. 

Sew the right sides together with about a 1/4 inch seam, leaving an opening for turning.  Flip your runner right side out and iron before finishing to get a crisp line.  Blind stitch the open spot and press again.  Now you have a customer runner in fabric that you love.

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