Sew What?

So if you read this blog with any regularity you know I am not one of those crafty moms. Creative? Yes. Crafty? Not so much. But, I do have a subconscious desire to be crafty and have been trying to explore this uncharted territory with some "low risk" projects.

I found some cool fabric remnants on Etsy and decided to try making some "no-sew" table runners. I found the directions on a kids sewing website. Hey, if a kid can do it, I should be able to right? (Well, we'll see about that!). If I fail miserably, at least I know how to make eye pillows now!

Here are the fabrics I picked (I like graphic prints and flowers so these seem to fit the bill nicely):

 

The directions for creating the "no-sew" table runners are as follows if you'd like to make one too:

For your no sew table runner, first measure your table or a side table that you'd like to put your finished runner on. You want to measure 5 inches or more away from the edges. This will be your length.

The width will be 18 inches. Measure 18 inches wide on your table to make sure this will work on your table. If you'd like it skinner, adjust your measurement accordingly. We made ours 18 x 60 for a long table. If you are unsure a good size would be 18 x 44 inches.

You will need:
Material. Cut out to the desired length and width as done above.

Iron-on adhesive, you can find these at any fabric store or stores that sell fabric. You will use this to make your no sew hem. You can also use this for other projects that need a hem.

Lay your material on the ironing board wrong side up. Pre-heat your iron. Turn the edge up the width of your iron-on adhesive. Lay your strip of iron-on adhesive inside the edge.

Iron adhesive to material.

Continue with all 4 sides until you have a hem around all sides and place on your table.

Directions for table runner found here.

Comments

[Lisa]

How did they turn out? I love the fabrics you choose!