I just got a new kitchen table. Yeah! A new table needs a new runner. Right? I kept it very simple using some DS fabric from Joann's and some white linen. Then I added my favorite zig zag fabric for the binding.
Quilted using 1/2" spaced straight lines that I've been admiring on lots of modern quilts, but have been too lazy to try. It went much faster than I thought! And I love the look!
I also spruced up the family room with some new pillows. It's it great having a stash - when you get the redecorating bug, you just find something on your shelf?
Both pillows are made from
Valori Wells' line
"Nest". With more of that 1/2" straight line quilting.
I also put an invisible zipper in both pillows following
this tutorial. So easy - I did the second one without reading the directions.
Yesterday this is what I bought at the grocery store. I think the check out clerk thought ~ this must be one depressed woman! Actually I'm having the quilting girls over tonight and it's the perfect treat for this hot weather!
Quilted using 1/2" spaced straight lines that I've been admiring on lots of modern quilts, but have been too lazy to try. It went much faster than I thought! And I love the look!
I also spruced up the family room with some new pillows. It's it great having a stash - when you get the redecorating bug, you just find something on your shelf?
Both pillows are made from Valori Wells' line "Nest". With more of that 1/2" straight line quilting.
I also put an invisible zipper in both pillows following this tutorial. So easy - I did the second one without reading the directions.
Yesterday this is what I bought at the grocery store. I think the check out clerk thought ~ this must be one depressed woman! Actually I'm having the quilting girls over tonight and it's the perfect treat for this hot weather!
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Love your table runner! I have been meaning to do one of those for my kitchen for ages now. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteYour new home dec items look great! Love the ice cream/quilting combo; two of my favorites for sure!
ReplyDeleteThe table runner is the perfect compliment to your new table!
ReplyDeleteLove your table runner. I too love that straight line modern quilting look.
ReplyDeleteLove the runner. Did you go back and forth or did you start each row from the same side? I'd hate for it to end up skewed!
ReplyDeleteLOVE! the new runner and love the table and chairs! Can I ask where you obtained the them?
ReplyDeleteThose green apples look perfect - you are going ot have to keep a fresh supply for that bowl! Great job, cute fabrics. =)
ReplyDeletecarolyn
I'm glad I'm not the only one that wonders (i worry sometimes) what the checkout clerk thinks.
ReplyDeleteI love your beautiful table runner and cushions. Really effective quilting too! I am writing from Scotland and love the way that you get all the munchies in for quilting friends too. I have heard all aboout S'mores but never seen it before. Thanks for the pic!
ReplyDeleteThe runner and cushions look great.I especially love the runner!
ReplyDeleteCindy - your new table runner and pillows are so fresh and pretty! I love the simplicity of the design and the straight line quilting. Lovely!
ReplyDeleteNext time a little advanced notice on quilt night would be appreciated...I'll need about 3 hours to get there from here! ;-)
Yeah, the pillows look great, glad the tutorial sunk in. Easy eh?
ReplyDeleteThe table runner is fabulous and that all look so yummy. What a fun hostess you must be :)
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