Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Rainbow Road Table Runner

Seven Alive





All right!  Time for another post from a Curves Class project!  This one is called Rainbow Road.
Some of my favorite prints
When I first started into this class my goal was to use material from my stash, especially for the smaller projects.  So when it came to Rainbow Road I pulled out a charm pack I had on hand.  I loved some of the prints in the charm pack and thought one day I would use them elsewhere.  On the other hand, some of the others were a little wild for my tastes.  I took a leap and just sliced them all up for this project.  I'm not always big on the super colorful, super scrappy look so this was definitely a leap for me!


Sometimes I look at it and think, "I love it!"  Other times I think, "Woh!  What did I do?!"
Look at some of those crazy prints!
I think I'll get used to it.  This was another great way to practice Improv Curves.  I'm surprised at how much I liked improv curves.  I'm usually a very structured, give me a pattern kind of person, but I LOVED the freedom of these curves.  Cutting without a ruler, no pinning, just going with it!  Those are things I never thought I would be comfortable with.  What a nice surprise!!
Cute cheerful back with a better look at the quilting
This little table runner will be a cheery addition to our table for the spring.


Other posts regarding curves projects can be found at the following posts:
Scallop Bunting
Bibs
Quilt Cards
Posted by Britt at 1:56 PM
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23 comments:

  1. Kelley @ TheGrantLife.comFebruary 28, 2012 at 7:23 PM

    I love it! I love all the fabric and the stitching. So pretty :)

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  2. Rose :: Fine Craft GuildFebruary 29, 2012 at 1:36 PM

    very, very nice quilting work. i also like the freeform approach better.

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  3. Terriea KwongMarch 1, 2012 at 12:47 AM

    Love your quilting work, this runner and those quilt cards are a touch of love, with pieces sewed together. The curve lines are a style and the patches of fabric are so pretty.

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  4. UnknownMarch 1, 2012 at 5:56 AM

    Fun! I love the bright colors...it would really brighten up your table! You did a wonderful job!

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  5. Crafts a la ModeMarch 1, 2012 at 12:04 PM

    I definitely like it! I'm also following you and would love to have you stop by me and my sister's blog and follow back. Take care, Linda

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  6. Rachel at Stitched in ColorMarch 1, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    So glad to hear that you enjoyed the letting loose! It really turned out great. Glad you included the full riot of prints!

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  7. UnknownMarch 2, 2012 at 7:41 AM

    Ooh! I love the colour combo! I have no idea how you made the curvy strips, but I really like how they turned out!

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  8. UnknownMarch 2, 2012 at 9:49 AM

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  9. Melanie @ bear rabbit bearMarch 2, 2012 at 11:22 AM

    Very nice colors and nice job! So glad that you shared it at Things I've Done Thursday!!

    Melanie
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  10. UnknownMarch 3, 2012 at 7:14 AM

    I like it, Love the colors!
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  11. UnknownMarch 4, 2012 at 8:04 PM

    Very pretty!! I like the wild look of it.

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  12. Jill @Two Yellow Birds DecorMarch 4, 2012 at 8:32 PM

    Very Cute! I love all the colors. So fun!! Thanks for sharing at Thursday's Temptation.
    Jill

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  13. CindyMarch 4, 2012 at 11:40 PM

    I do love a fun charm pack. So many fabrics to choose from. This was a perfect charm pack project. I love the improv look. Beautiful project.

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  14. {northern cottage}March 5, 2012 at 2:48 PM

    yes! its bright and crisp and HAPPY! WELL DONE being bold!

    fresh new linky party just opened - would love to have ya come play if you'd like!

    www.NorthernCottage.net

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  15. UnknownMarch 6, 2012 at 9:41 PM

    SO SO lovely!! I think it's absolutely perfect! :)

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  16. UnknownMarch 7, 2012 at 12:27 PM

    What a pretty table runner. I love the colors.
    Dorothy

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  17. UnknownMarch 7, 2012 at 3:20 PM

    Oh, wow! That is so colorful and fun! I love how it turned out! I have to admit I was confused at first though when you mentioned your "Curves class," I'm thinking, "I thought that was just a gym...do they have crafting there too?" Lol. Thanks for sharing at my Shine on Fridays party!

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  18. JillMarch 7, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    I LOVE this table runner - great mix of colours and patterns - I like to see the perfection and lines in expert patchwork and quilting, but personally am much more comfortable with pieced together as you feel like it shapes and sizes!!


    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you have a fabulous week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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  19. KatieMarch 8, 2012 at 7:43 AM

    I love the fun colors! I would love for you to share with my readers on Blog Stalking Thursday! http://thecraftyblogstalker.blogspot.com/2012/03/blog-stalking-thursday-31_07.html

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  20. LesleyMarch 8, 2012 at 11:29 PM

    I totally adore this! I saw you featured at Kadie's and had to come check your runner out.
    Lovely work!

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  21. Natural Mothers NetworkMarch 10, 2012 at 4:24 AM

    This is just wonderfully cheerful, you couldn't have a miserable day with that beautiful runner on the table!

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  22. MARÍAMarch 11, 2012 at 6:28 AM

    wow! it looks so nice!!!

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    http://lacasitadmaria.blogspot.com/

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