Canvas Table Runner Tutorial

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Roeshel

Dinner Time {canvas table runner}

Materials:

• Canvas Corp. canvas
• Thread
• Clock Stencil {I got mine at a scrapbook store}
• Fabric markers

Tutorial:

First I measured the size I wanted for my table. My table was longer than the canvas, so I added equally sized extra canvas to each end to create more length.

Then sewed my extra length to each end of the runner.

I ironed the seams before sewing to create a sharp, crisp line to sew along the length of my table runner.

Canvas is a stiffer quality fabric so instead of ruffles, I added a pleated accent to the short ends by using a longer thinner strip of fabric, pinning it into pleats and sewing it into place. Then sewed top side where the pleat meets the runner so it lays flat.

I love that it’s a just the size I wanted for my table. Perfect.

*I think I did my pleats backwards…but hopefully no one will notice.  It’s still pretty!

I have an addiction to decorating with clocks lately. For fun decorative detail, I used fabric markers and a clock stencil to create a design to go with my Time to Eat, Pray, Love banner.

Here it is all done…

See more of my projects at The DIY Club.

The dining room…

13 comments on “Canvas Table Runner Tutorial”

1. Jennifer on March 26, 2012 at 9:37 am said:

   This is gorgeous! I have been collecting inspiration for some new table linens, and this is definitely at the top of my list. I LOVE the pleat detail! Thanks for sharing!

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2. Maureen on March 26, 2012 at 9:37 am said:

   That is such a neat and unique runner! Love it! ~ Maureen

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3. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life on March 26, 2012 at 10:08 am said:

   Great tutorial. I love the runner, fantastic and your centerpiece is perfect. Hugs, Marty

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4. Sarah{Handbags*N*Pigtails} on March 26, 2012 at 10:27 am said:

   Cute project. I love the clocks:)

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5. Joy on March 26, 2012 at 11:17 am said:

   Very cute! love the clocks!

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6. Rose :: Fine Craft Guild on March 26, 2012 at 3:36 pm said:

   That turned out beautiful, Roeshel! A great addition to that clock theme you got going….

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7. lisaroy on March 27, 2012 at 6:44 am said:

   So cute! I love the clock design

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8. Jena on March 27, 2012 at 2:49 pm said:

   Roeshel, I love the runner! It looks great in your dining room!

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9. Kim@todayismysome-day on March 28, 2012 at 6:42 am said:

   This is just PERFECT! I adore scales AND clocks! So, the scale drew me in, and the clock stenciled runner nailed me I love it!

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10. Jenn on March 29, 2012 at 3:33 pm said:

    Great job, Roeshel! Love everything that you do. I mentioned you on our FB page today!

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    • Roeshel on March 29, 2012 at 4:12 pm said:

      Thanks so much, Jenn! Woo hoo!

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11. Susan on March 29, 2012 at 3:42 pm said:

    Love this fabulous runner. Thanks for sharing!

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