How to Find a Quilted Table Runner Pattern

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By eHow Contributing Writer

If you quilt a table runner, you want a pattern that contains straight lines or it becomes difficult to make. You also need to find a quilt pattern that appeals to you, or there's no sense in making it. You can find just the right pattern if you look in all available places.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Books on quilting
Computer and online access
Printer and copier
Tracing paper, pencil and straight edge
Magazines about quilting and home decoration
Materials to laminate

Step 1

Scour the books on quilting, which often contain patterns. When you look for a quilted table runner pattern, don't forget to include your skill level in the decision.
Step 2

Check Fat Quarter Shop and Free Patterns online which offer free patterns; all you do is pick and print them.
Step 3

Browse craft magazines for patterns. Many have patterns for quilted table runners, quilts and placemats. Look in home decorating magazines for quilts and quilted decor. You can recreate the pattern in the picture with a pencil, straight edge and paper.

Tips & Warnings

Consider the colors. Sometimes just the right color sets off a room. When you make a quilted table runner, create a design with colors that lend themselves to change. You may want to redecorate and if you choose wisely, the quilted table runner allows you to use it on the next color scheme.

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