Hey friends! Today I'm simply sharing a creative way to use your quilt blocks to make a table runner with any leftover quilting blocks. The Shimmer Fizz quilt pattern is beginner friendly and fat quarter friendly which makes it the perfect weekend project. Let's jump in!
Start with your copy of the Shimmer Fizz Quilt Pattern or whichever quilt pattern you choose. The Leaded Light Quilt Pattern also makes a great table runner and you can read more about that here!
Step 1
Measure your table! I decided I wanted my runner to sit more towards the middle of the table and not run the full length. So mine finished at 46" long x 14" wide. This let me know I needed 4 total blocks.
Step 2
Cut all your fabric per your quilt pattern's instructions for the blocks you are going to use. Then cut your borders. If you want to make the same size as me - I cut my border pieces to be ( 3 ) 2 ½" x WOF (width of fabric). I sewed them together into one long strip and set aside for later. You also need to cut a backing piece. Mine was 46 ½" x 14 ½".
Step 3
Assemble your blocks however your pattern calls for or follow the Shimmer Fizz Quilt Pattern. Sew them together into one long row. Next you'll add your borders. You can measure the sides, cut and sew them on.
Bonus Step:
I thought my blocks were a little plain so I decided to add a little something to them. I used some of my own hand carved blocks and stamped directly onto the blocks. Once they dried for a few days I heat set them (pressed with an iron) to be sure the paint was really stuck. I'm not obsessed with this and will be doing it to everything! Read more about it here!
Step 4
Baste and quilt your table runner quilt top as desired! I used a batting scrap and spray glue. Only baste and quilt the top and batting. You don't need to make a full quilt sandwich for this runner! I went with a simple ½" matchstick quilting design, but If you're wanting to test out something more fun check out this blog post to find some inspiration!
Step 5
Once quilted, square it up by trimming off the excess batting. Pin the quilted top and the backing together with right sides together. I made sure to mark a gap to leave open.This is where you'll flip the runner right side out so make sure you leave this opening! Sew around the perimeter. I used ¼" seam allowance.
Step 6
I trimmed a bit off the corners before turning it right side out so they would not be as bulky. Turn the runner right side out through the opening. Fold the open edges inside and press to make sewing this end easier. Hand stitch the opening closed with a simple whip stitch. You're done!
I hope you enjoyed that! I cannot wait to explore more block printing on my quilt blocks. I really love the texture it adds. If you make a runner I would love to see it! You can email it to me or tag me on Instagram @sewnhandmade. Happy sewing!
You might also enjoy reading:
Leaded Light Table Runner
At Home Quilting Designs
Five Beginner Quilt Patterns
Quilt Block Tote Bag
Quilt Block Pillow Round Up
