Fall is in the air and we all know what that means . . . new fall projects! I found pretty orange burlap in the remnant section at Hobby Lobby and couldn't resist the price - a couple of dollars for almost two yards of fabric. Hot d ...! I've always wanted to make a whimsical fall table runner, something quirky and different. If you follow me on my blog, you know I can do quirky and different.
I'm not good at drawing so I copied a leaf and blew it up as much as I could to fill a 8½"x11" sheet of paper. Then I cut it out and used it as a pattern on my burlap which is really a vibrant shade of orange. So beautiful!
After cutting out the leaves, I outlined the edges with white puffy paint and let dry for four hours following the directions.
It took about three bottles to outline 28 leaves.
After the puffy paint dried I held a steam iron over the leaves to puff the paint.
Next, I laid out the leaves in a pattern with a row of leaves down the center, flanked by leaves on each side, making them all touch. I glued where they met with Aileen's Extra Tacky Glue.
I love the design!
Do you think it's quirky and different?
It sure didn't take long to make!
And I still have a little less than a yard of the orange burlap left. Who knows what I'll make next!
Take a little time to enjoy,
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Pretty and unique :-)
ReplyDeleteThis is so different and do-able. A great idea for fall.
ReplyDeleteGail that's fantastic, it really is such a lovely pattern and no sew is always a winner. I must try puffy paint but I'm not sure what on.
ReplyDeleteI am of course counting down to Spring in 8 days. It's always so funny to me to see the opposite seasons playing out around the world.
Thanks for linking your gorgeous runner up it is freaking awesome!
DeleteQuirky, different and great! I love it! You are a crafty one indeed! I've never used puffy paint and didn't know anything about how to make it puff! I love that picture and the big glass vase too. What a great vignette!
ReplyDeleteI'd say you do quirky and different with real style! You are so clever! That puffy paint looks like you stitched around it. You know I love a good fall project and this one is awesome!
ReplyDeleteGreat job Gail....I love it :-)
ReplyDeleteXO,
Christine
Wow, that is super creative and very unique...I love the look! It certainly does not look like a "bargain priced" project to me!
ReplyDeleteSo cute... thanks for sharing... similar could probably be done with holly leaves, spring flowers, etc... Patricia Ann
ReplyDeleteI'm already thinking of Fall.
ReplyDeleteI love your leaf runner!
Love it Gail!! So you kept the edges from fraying by applying the puffy paint? So cute and different!! This will be all over Pinterest for sure! Visiting from Blitzed and pinned!
ReplyDeleteJenna
Hi, this is so pretty and I love it for the fall! You did a great job and you are so creative. I saw it on life on lakeshore drive.
ReplyDeleteJulie from julieslifestyle.blogspot.com
Hi Gail!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for stopping by. I love your table runner. Yes it's quirky and different and awesomely beautiful. It has such a strong graphic presence. I have a feeling you will come up with a similar idea for the holidays. Well done!
I like the way your runner came out! Nice tutorial, Thanks for sharing the how to !!
ReplyDeleteGreat runner - love the orange leaves. They would look great on a wreath!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea and fabulous execution! Well written tutorial also! Thanks so much for sharing.
ReplyDeletePerfect craft for Fall. Thanks for sharing at DIY Sunday Showcase.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great project! So whimsical and fun! I would love to have you share this at our All Things Thursday Blog Hop this week. It goes live Wed. night at 8pm central. Hope to see you there!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Nici
I think your runner is just beautiful Gail! Perfect for fall, and it goes so well with your gorgeous picture.
ReplyDeleteWhat a creative idea Gail! Perfect for fall. I love it.
ReplyDeleteWell, this is different! I love how it looks, especially on the dark wood - very clever!
ReplyDeleteOh I love this, what a fabulous project and looks amazing. Thanks tons for joining Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeletethat looks gorgeous, I can't believe you made that. it can almost double as coral for the summer, to me.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and unique!!! You are a very creative lady.
ReplyDeleteStopping over form "All Things Thursday Blog Hop". Now following you on Bloglovin, GFC, and Facebook.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Bismah @
http://simplemamaathome.blogspot.com/
Gail this is wonderful! I am so going to be making one of these soon! I wonder what color of burlap I can find? I love that picture over the console! I can't remember how I got to your blog but I'm glad I did. New follower.
ReplyDeleteKind of looks like coral if you hang it long ways on the wall!
ReplyDeleteI had no idea burlap came in colors.
I swear I had a dream about this a few nights ago. Maybe we're connected in some way?
XO,
CorinnaAshley.com
I'm not ready for fall yet, but this is quite impressive! I really like the complexity of the leaves' shapes. Great job and very creative!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome table runner - perfect for the upcoming season!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing on this week's Tutorial Thursdays Linky Party, your post will be featured next week :)
Pinned!
x
Natalie
Marigolds' Loft
I love that this fall table runner is a no sew project! Great job with your tutorial. This will make a great addition to my fall/Thanksgiving table.
ReplyDeleteI'd love for you to hop over to 3littlegreenwoods to check out all the projects I've been whipping up!
Ashley @ 3littlegreenwoods
I absolutely LOVE this! Super cute! I'll be featuring this at the Make Bake Create party this week. I'd love for you to link up to my Homemaking Party as well!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Sarah
Great project! It looks awesome...I pinned it to my Burlap board. Thanks for sharing, D@TheShadyPorch
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful idea, love this :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing with us at Creative Mondays, featuring and pinning this week at the hop :)
What a lovely tablerunner! So beautiful (I would never have the patience to make it. lol)
ReplyDelete(new follower here)
Morgaine from Madcap Frenzy
P.S. I would also like to invite you to join my August Totally Tuesday Link Party:
http://madcapfrenzy.blogspot.com/2013/08/august-totally-tuesday-link-party.html
Hugs!
What a fabulous runner! That would be so expensive from a home decorating store...I love it's graphic quality. Another great and creative project from you. Congrats on this project being featured several places!
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful! I don't think my hands could take cutting all of those leaves out...it would take me forever...but it looks absolutely amazing, I love it!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing at Krafty Inspiration Thursday Link Party, you have been chosen as one of the top 5 featured posts at tomorrows party.
Have a lovely evening!
Maria @ Krafty Cards etc.
http://kraftycardsetc.blogspot.com/
What a nice way to start the Fall with. You've been featured this week!
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Marti
Love it, very creative and different. I'm off to get some puffy paint!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute runner! Stopping by to let you know I am featuring you tomorrow on Made in a Day! Thanks for linking up!
ReplyDeleteKim
Super pretty, almost looks like coral to me! I would love to do that, but would never have the patience.
ReplyDeleteHello - I just discovered your fab blog! I think this project is beautiful - purple is my favourite colour! I've just started a blog on my website www.origamigirl.co.uk and will look at yours as a great role model! Thank you! Vicki
ReplyDeleteWow this looks great! Kind of like coral!
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I never would have guessed that was burlap, but it's a great look! Thanks for linking up at Get Your DIY On!
ReplyDelete~Abby =)