It's my day to share in the fun of the Show Your Stripes blog hop, hosted by Carla of Creatin' In the Sticks. And when I think of stripes, the color scheme of red, white and blue immediately comes to mind.
Does it also matter that it's one of my favorite color schemes? And that the Fourth of July is at the top of my list for favorite holidays? When someone mentions stripes, anything patriotic just goes hand in hand. So without further ado, I give you a Four Star Salute.
How about that name? I owe it all to hubby! Without me even asking for help as I often do, he immediately came up with Four Star Salute upon seeing my finish. Thanks hubby, for a great name! I'm thrilled to add this runner to my patriotic collection!
Here's a pic of the full runner, which measures in at approximately 13" x 51", a very nice table size.
Pair it with a patriotic themed floral display for a lovely way to salute the USA this summer.
What do you think of the quilting in the stars?
It's a motif from Amanda Murphy's book, Free Motion Quilting Idea Book (affiliate link), found on page 87, under Friendship Star. Looks great here, right?
And did I mention how easy the Four Star Salute runner is to put together? With only three fabrics, I had it together in a day, making it perfect for a beginner quilter, or those wanting a quick patriotic project.
Oh I hope those wide 135 degree binding angles don't scare you off! I put together a short video, Binding Wide Angle Corners, on how to master those - it's easier than you think.
Though the Show Your Stripes hop is on it's last day, I want to keep the fun going, which means that the Four Star Salute table runner pattern will be available at special pricing through March 7. Grab your copy now to have the runner completed in time to give a four star salute to everyone this Memorial Day and Fourth of July.
Be sure to visit today's list of quilters for more stripes projects and become inspired!
Happy Quilting!
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What a great patriotic runner. And the same colors as the Norwegian flag. But we have a cross instead of stars and stripes.
ReplyDeleteGreat runner ready for the summer season.
ReplyDeleteA lovely table runner for your holiday!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous patriotic runner, and very well-named!
ReplyDeletehej susan,
ReplyDeletesuch a wonderful table runner! i love the colours ....and the name :0) greetings from denmark, Ulrike :0)
Great table runner. I love patriotic colors and made one of my first runners using them that I still use every year from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Thank you for your beautiful work!
ReplyDeleteYour table runner is awesome! Great job!
ReplyDeleteLove your table runner. The quilting on it is perfect!
ReplyDeleteWonderful project! I was at first in awe of the pattern, fabric choices and stripes. Then, I saw the close-up of the quilting and was blown away. Thank you for sharing. Connie
ReplyDelete'Love the quilting in the Friendship Stars! The whole runner is gorgeous. Excellent work.
ReplyDeleteThe perfect name for this runner! Yes, great thinking from your hub. It’s a beauty! I was looking at the photos and reading and slowly scrolling and with each photo I was admiring the quilting. Then I read, “what do you think of the quilting in the stars?” Well, I think it looks awesome! I love your inspiring runner. I’ve got 3 orphan patriotic blocks that I’m keeping in mind for a runner or mat.
ReplyDeleteNot only did your hubby hit a home run with the name, but Susan...this is absolutely gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteA fantastic table runner for sure!
ReplyDeleteSometimes I forget how gorgeous a solid color can be! Perfect, strong quilting finish.
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure what word to use for this runner. Stunning, gorgeous, incredible, awesome, or maybe I should just use them all. I love it and the name! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteOoh I just love that motif in the friendship stars! Must remember...better yet, must recommend my library buy the book. They have quite a good selection of modern quilting books, which is such a good way to check out a book before buying it. Very jolly runner! I love the 135 degree corners and you're right, they're not scary at all.
ReplyDeletePS Thank you for featuring the Wake Up Make Up mat I made for my daughter yesterday. :-)
DeleteBeautiful, as always! Thank you for sharing with us.
ReplyDeleteSusan, that's a lovely finish!! It definitely screams stripes!! You're all ready for Veteran's day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day and I could go on....
ReplyDeleteVery nice Americana table runner!! The colours all shine!
ReplyDeleteThat’s beautiful. Is there anything as striking as RW&B?
ReplyDeleteLove, love your runner! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful table runner and excellent use of stripes! Love it!
ReplyDeleteThe best colors for stripes for sure! Stars and Stripes are so perfect together and love the name of your runner. As always, your quilting is amazing! Thanks for the great addition to the Show Your Stripes Blog Hop!
ReplyDeleteYou made a lovely runner and the pattern is so easy to sew. Thank you for sharing all the information.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous runner! I love those stars and your quilting throughout is wonderful! Thanks for sharing your hints and helps too.
ReplyDeleteThanks for creating another fabulous table runner design, Susan. What a great way to Show Your Stripes!
ReplyDeleteThis is a wonderful design. The quilting design in the star is a great idea. Your husbands choice of titles for this piece is perfect.
ReplyDeleteSusan, your table runner is wonderful. Be sure to tell hubby that the name is inspired! Not only are there 4 stars but each star has 4 points...perfect. Your work is fabulous; I always look forward to seeing your creations.
ReplyDeleteSusan your runner is great. I’m thinking of the various colours that could be put together to make a fun runner. The red, white and blue isn’t quite right for Canada, but maybe red and white with pretty yellow stars? Love the quilting you did on this beauty. 😉 Carol
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It is a great runner!! and a perfect time to share it as we could start prepping early for summer!!!
ReplyDeleteFabulous patriotic table runner. Love the name and the quilting on the stars.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful runner, I love the quilting!
ReplyDeleteThank you for linking up today ;)
What a great table runner! Perfect for a patriotic picnic table!
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