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Making Your Own Table Runners

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Want to add a touch of elegance to the dinner table for a special romantic occasion, or a Holiday, like Christmas? Instead of buying table runners, come up with your own idea on how make a custom one to fit your tableware and dishes that you will be using.

You can start by making a polyester or cotton table runner. For a table that will be 70 in/20in, you will need 2 ¼ yards of fabric that is 45 inches wide. You will need the same amount of fabric for the back part of the table runner as well. For the top layer of the table runner, you will need to measure out 71in/29in

For the measurements of the table runner, you will need a marking pen, a fabric cutting board, and a yard stick. Before you mark the fabric with the pen, you will need to fold the fabric in half to measure out the second pieces to make your measuring easier for you. For backing the fabric, you will need to measure out 71in/29 in of fabric. You will use your fabric pen to mark the center of each short end on both sides of the fabric. By using the yardstick, you will be drawing lines, to connect the center points of the fabric to the edge.

You will then use an iron, making sure that the edges of the fabric are firm and pointed, and that they will remain in place. If you have more than one table in your home and you would like to make two table runners for a bigger occasion, keep in mind that you would need twice the amount of fabric.

Next you will pin the front part of the table runner to the back part, making sure that the sides are running evenly together. You will need to then use a sewing machine to sew the ½ inch cut edges of the table runner to the other layer.

When you are finished sewing the table runner, use small buttons and sew them onto the corner edges of the table runner, about 1 1/1 inches away from the very tips. Use the buttons to hang tassels on the end of your table runners. You are done!

As you can see, it’s not all that hard to make your own table runners. With a little effort and some time on your hands you can have your very own custom table runner. Make it any color you want but make sure to make it perfect for the occasion. For example, a Christmas dinner party demands for a red table runner. Christmas table runners and generally holiday table runners will be an extremely attractive addition to your dining table.

Table Runners for Special Areas

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People often give their kitchens and dining areas a makeover but ignore the use of table runners that add character visually , and aesthetically complement the décor in that area. Table runners can be placed in the mid section of a table horizontally, and covers the entire length of the table. They can adorn the tables in the kitchen or dining areas in different ways. They can be placed over a tablecloth or over a bare table or also be employed in unison with place mats. A creative mind comes in handy when it comes to using a mix and match approach for placing black and red table runners.

Table runners are designed in various shapes and sizes depending on the length and shape of your table. You can choose from a variety of colors, patterns, and fabric that blend with the furniture, and fixtures of your kitchen or dining area. You can experiment with different types of table runners in accordance with a season or occasion. Keep in mind the type of lighting used in the kitchen. Dining areas with cove lighting would go well with dark colored table runners whereas recessed lighting would complement lighter shades.

When you have guests coming over for lunch or dinner, table presentation is important. Elegantly placed holiday table runners accentuate the bone china and silverware on the table. For women who are hell bent on showcasing their entire arsenal of silverware, try and curb your instincts, another occasion will definitely come. A cluster of unwanted silverware will make a well dressed table look like a chaotic battlefield. A wise move would be to choose table runners which consist of a sober color or pattern rather than a contrasting mix. This will complement the natural finish of the table and highlight the dishes and desserts served in various bowls individually.

For people who are not too keen on changing their table runners too often, the reversible variety is recommended. In case of a small coffee table, you can experiment with darker shades and patterns of table runners to give a quaint and earthy feel to the beverage area. If you are artistically inclined feel free to make you own pieces. Your creative vision will also always help you accessorize your pieces for various theme based occasions, such as wedding table runners. Simple ethnic table runners add a whole new feel to the tables in dining areas. So get moving and transform that sulky kitchen table into a work of art.