“Runners”

Hmmm…how can I tie this post to the Olympics finishing up in Tokyo? Fifteen different running events are listed for men and women in the official Olympic program –sprints, middle distance and long distance. That is not counting the hurdles, relays and steeplechases! And at the October Quilt Etc.Sale, we will have that many or more table “runners“– there that is my connection ;).

Table runners originally “run” the length of the table and had a very practical purpose. In the Middle Ages, the royal folks were super messy eaters. Table runners were developed to protect the other table linens and to save on laundry. Table runners still serve a practical purpose–protecting the table’s finish from water rings, candle wax or scratches. But most table runners are used to add color or create a theme or to unify a table setting. Formal or informal –table runners fit the bill.

I have used table runners on the coffee table, on the top of book cases, as wall hangings, under essentials on my bedroom dresser, over the back of a chair, on top of table cloths and as placemats.

Table runners are “usually” rectangular in shape–but check out what we have to offer!

Put this in the center of your table and add a couple of bunnies and you are ready for Easter. It is 14″ x 32″ and is for sale for $20. SOLD

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Two-for-one! This chevron placemat has a Christmas them on one side and an autumn theme on the other. It is 12″ x 30″. This “deal” is $35. SOLD

Summer time with shades green and purple– This 19″ x 34″ runner has a flange to accent the deeper greens. It is also $25. SOLD

Cardinals have significance to many people. These bright red birds and golden holly leaves will brighten up the grayest winter day. It is 14″ x 50″ and available for $25.

“But folks here it is…… “the grand champion”, “the best in show”, “the purple ribbon winner”!!! This is an JR appliquéd piece called HALLOWEEN PATCH.

Size: 21” x 50”. Pattern: Shabby Fabrics. Fabric: 100% cotton, wool felt. Method: machine appliqué, custom quilting. Price: $175.

In this close up you can see the care and patience that went into this project. I am most impressed with her choice of fabrics. Perfect shoes for a witch!

We looove making table runners, so there will be others plus table toppers in future posts and at the sale. Contact me if you are interested in one of these. Thanks for reading.