Count me in is what I thought when Carla from Creatin' in the Sticks posted that she was hosting a Kitchen stitchin' blog hop. She always has such fun hops and so much inspiration from all the participants.
I have been wanting to try improv curves, my buddy Wendy from Pieceful Thoughts has been on a kick of them lately. She inspired me to give it a try. So glad I did. Small scale is how I decided to try my hand at it.
Just four little blocks to make a cute table runner for this shelf that sits in my entry way next to the kitchen.
It's been a while since I have taken time to do any custom quilting. So I thought this was a good time to get back at it.
Making improv curves wasn't as hard as I thought it would be. Some browsing on the internet lead me to several tutorials on it. So if you are interested I would suggest doing that and picking one that works for you. I cut my original squares at 9 1/2" because that is one of my square rulers. Using the stack and whack method to cut them worked for me.
So go ahead and try some improv curves, it's fun!! I am thinking some placemats would look great made like this.
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Gorgeous. I love the design, fabrics and everything about the table runner.
ReplyDeleteWow, perfect for that display. I always have trouble "seeing" the top quilted - the work you did was perfect for those curves, a challenge all by themselves!
ReplyDeleteLovely table runner. Your colors and curves look great. Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteVicki, what a beautiful welcome on the way to the kitchen. Your runner looks wonderful, I love those Fall colors. That’s a great way to try out a new technique. Placemats would look awesome!
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful. Love the quilting.
ReplyDeleteLove the table runner and the quilting is beautiful! I think placemats would be nice.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful curves and table runner! That's something I've always wanted to try but haven't yet. It's on the to-do list.
ReplyDeleteYou did great with the improv curves, Vicki! The gentle curve and size of your pieces would work for me, too. And it fits the top of your shelf perfectly! I definitely think a set of placemats should be next in line!
ReplyDeletethat is an interest take on curves - love it!
ReplyDeleteSo nice, and beautiful quilting.
ReplyDeleteThat runner turned out great and the variety of quilting really makes it even better!
ReplyDeleteyour runner is lovely. i love how you used different quilting in different areas. makes it so fun and interesting. thanks for sharing and inspiring.
ReplyDeleteThat is a gorgeous table runner! I love the colors, curves, and your quilting is perfect for it. Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteNothing makes me happier than inspiring a friend to give something new a try. I love your runner, and I'm so proud of you :-) The quilting is amazing - someday I'll try that!
ReplyDeleteThis is so great in so many ways. I love the coordination with the vases; it feels very in-sync. And the colors have such modern appeal. The quilting has scrumptious texture. I just love everything about your runner.
ReplyDeleteThat new table runner is a lovely complement to your beautiful vessels, Vicki!! I've done plenty of improv curved piecing. Now, at your suggestion, I'm SEW looking forward to trying improv Drunkard's Path blocks - stack and whack style!!
ReplyDeleteWhoa...haven't you heard? Curves are dangerous :) Well, unless you are Vicki! Great job on the table runner. You did a great job on the quilting also.
ReplyDeleteVicki.....your runner looks fabulous!! AND I love the quilting and your choices in each area.
ReplyDeleteYour runner is beautiful and I love the colors. Your quilting is awesome too!
ReplyDeleteYou've got some great curves there Vicki! Great color combo too!
ReplyDeleteLove those curves, and the runner looks beautiful on your table. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteHi Vicki! What a cute table runner. It fits just perfectly and it looks great on that credenza in your front hall. I love the fabrics that you chose, and using the stack and whack method worked perfectly. Nice job! ~smile~ Roseanne
ReplyDeleteThat is a really cute table runner, Vicki! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteCute table runner
ReplyDeleteGreat curved table runner!
ReplyDeleteLove it! Something about the swirly quilting on the dark brown reminds me of Oreo cookies and now I'm hungry :)
ReplyDeleteThose wonderful colors and terrific curves combined for one beautiful tablerunner. OK the quilting definitely needs to be addressed. Perfect for this piece.
ReplyDeleteVery cute table runner. Always good to extend your skills so the curve things was perfect.
ReplyDeleteThat's such a pretty and modern table runner. Beautiful color palette too!
ReplyDeleteYour new table runner is a stunner and the quilting that you've done is just next level gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteSnazzy and beautiful quilting. I really think simple is sometimes the best. You chose classy colors too. Thanks so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty with the curves and earth tones.
ReplyDeleteLove the modern vibe of your runner. I love improve curves especially and your quilting is marvelous! Thanks for joining the Kitchen Stitchin' hop.
ReplyDeleteI love it! It is fun to make something so useful for ourselves! Love the fun quilting you did.
ReplyDeleteVicki that is one sweet runner. Bet you are glad you tookWendy’s encouragement to heart. 😉
ReplyDeleteAdorable table runner, and beautiful quilting! Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThat's just wonderful! Love the quilting you did, too.
ReplyDeleteSo mod and fresh, Vicki!!! I love the colors, the curves, the FMQ, and the pottery!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm late, I'm late, but I'm blown away by your fabulous stitching. Your runner is absolutely GORGEOUS!!! What a fabulous way to start my day! Thanks to you!
ReplyDeleteGAH! Not only beautiful modern table runner but absolutely fabulous free motion quilting. Yes, make some place mats too. They will also look spectacular. (What? You are making things for yourself??)
ReplyDeleteThat's a nice, modern runner.
ReplyDeleteBut a smiling visitant here to share the love. btw great style and design.
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