Just Let Me Quilt. May I introduce my United table runner!
This table runner received the name United, because lately, I feel we all need to set aside our own agendas and come together as one for the good of all. And of course, it helps United was done in patriotic colors, though any other color scheme would look just as fantastic!
Ready for some closeups? Here goes!
Just look at the awesome fill - I'm calling it Dragon Fruit because of the spikes. There's now a tutorial/video on how to quilt this - check out the Dragon Fruit Quilt Fill. And yes, it can be done on a domestic machine too.
Here's a closer view:
such yummy texture! Notice that the red/white/blue lines are stitched in the ditch - I wanted them to have a different dimension than the dense fill.
And one more pic, showing the patriotic backing fabric on this 15.5" x 41" runner - the perfect fit!
Oh - did I mention how easy the United runner is to put together? A couple strip sets plus a very easy, creative way to cut the background triangles make this a project that can be done in a day. I know I'll be making another with a fall theme - stay tuned for that later this summer.
I also want to give Carol a big thank you for hosting this hop, plus all the others I've participated in - they have been a ton of fun! I do hope there's more in the future.
Happy Quilting!
A beautiful table runner. I love your quilting.
ReplyDeleteI love your table runner, and especially love the sentiment behind it!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful runner! It would look great in other colour choices.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful runner--the fabrics you chose and the diamond in the middle, along with the quilting--perfect! Yes, we all need to remember we're in this together.
ReplyDeleteLove,love,love this runner!!!
ReplyDeleteWell done Susan, so pretty!
ReplyDeleteEverything you make leaves me speechless. This runner is truly a beauty from the design to the quilting...I love it! Being "United" is something we definitely need. You totally inspire me and I'm so glad when you join in my hops.Thank you!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quilt and quilting!
ReplyDeleteHi Susan! Lovely, lovely table runner and I also love the name. United we stand, divided we fall - we need to learn from history. I love the fabrics in this, and also the quilting. You see dragon fruit and I see star spikes. Either way, I'll be back to read and watch your video. Happy Friday to you. ~smile~ Roseanne
ReplyDeleteThat’s beautiful, Susan. It will be perfect for holiday decorating ahead.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great runner! The quilting is fabulous too. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteAnother spectacular finish. This would make a dramatic border on a patriotic medallion quilt. Inspired quilting as always.
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That is just awesome and your so right about needing to come together. I wish this would kick off that trend!
ReplyDeleteGreat job ty for sharing
ReplyDeleteOh Susan - just in time for all the fabric I just received - check out my new Post! This is so pretty!!!!! Love it and bought it!
ReplyDeleteI love your United runner. I love the colors, the diamonds and the quilting. You hit a homerun with this diamond project!
ReplyDeleteThis is is stunning and I can see the pattern done if different color play to fit the season or holiday.
ReplyDeleteCool design and as always, Love the quilting
ReplyDeleteGreat design and gorgeous quilting!
ReplyDeleteLove this, so pretty!!
ReplyDeleteThis is an awesome project! And I agree with you whole-heartedly about being united! Thanks for sharing your beautiful diamond project! I really like your dragon fruit quilting! Looking forward to the tutorial!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful runner, Susan! I love your inspiration for the name. Being united for the good of all, unfortunately I don't think everybody even agrees on what that might be! We are in a mess, aren't we? Love your diamond project!
ReplyDeleteLove United!!! Perfect for so many reasons!!
ReplyDeleteUnited, what a concept. Perfect quilt both in color and design. great quilting too.
ReplyDeleteI love this runner! And I can not agree more about putting aside agendas and becoming more united! I am purchasing this one shortly! Thank you!!
ReplyDeleteLove the striking graphic nature of your design and the sentiment behind it. Another terrific project I wish I had time to make!! Your blog always runs that risk for me..... :)
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