DESCRIPTION: Finished table runner in red and white strips with a wide satin binding. Stars are randomly appliquéd to runner using a zigzag stitch. Measures 18” x 96”.
PHOTOS: 8-1-09, 8-17-09
MATERIALS:
General: Measurements are for fabric 44/45". 100% cotton, of a light to medium weight.
Fabric A: ½ yard (white on white)
Fabric B: ½ yard (white on white)
Fabric C: ½ yard (small red star print)
Fabric D: ½ yard (small red star print)
Fabric E (backing): 8’ 1” (navy blue small star print)
Batting: 18” x 96”
2 packages satin blanket binding (navy)
Thread: white and navy
Optional: fusible binding
Pattern of medium stars
CUTTING:
Fabrics A, B, C and D: Using a rotary cutter, cut six (6) 3” strips the width of the fabric.
Fabric E: Cut two (2) pieces 48 ½” x 18”
Fabric E: From
Batting: Cut one (1) piece 18” x 96” (You can cut 2 pieces 18” x 48” and splice them together, making sure you do not overlap the pieces.)
Stars: 11 stars
Directions:
1] Using the stars on page 13, make copies of stars for patterns.
2] Cut out pieces as described above.
3] With right sides together, sew the Fabric A strips together to form one long strip using ½” seam. Press seams open and roll for easy usage. Repeat for Fabrics B, C and D.
4] With right sides together, sew Fabric E pieces together to form one piece measuring 18” x 96”. Press seam open.
5] Lay the batting over the wrong side of the backing, matching sides. Securely safety pin the batting to the backing.