How Do You Make A Pointed End Table Runner?
A new table runner for the Holidays is a great do-it-yourself project. You can match it to your “good” china or your everyday dishes. You can also make a themed runner for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanzaa, whatever! Measure the length across your table and then add 16 inches (for the overhang). Decide on the width of your runner. You want to take into consideration how wide your table is and how you plan to set the table. As a rule of thumb, use 18 inches wide. So, if your table is 48 inches long, for example, you’ll need a 64 inch length of fabric. Since you’ll have the remaining width of your fabric left over, you may want to consider another coordinating runner for a buffet table or chair back covers. Visit a fabric store with your measurements to choose your fabric. You may want to bring a representative piece of your china to coordinate colors. You’ll need to decide if you want dry-clean only, washable, or no-sew options for the fabric. If you purchase trim, make sure its
