SR - Falling Leaves Runner

Strip sets are a natural pairing with this organic shape, creating the look of leaf veins. Use subtle differences in the shades of the leaf colors for a runner perfect for fall. In this project, the completed, improvised strip sets are sewn and cut into leaf shapes using a template. This template will be used for both the leaf shape and the background. In the class, we will make the runner face. Ideas on finishing and quilting will be discussed.

MATERIALS: 
Yardage is based on fabric with a usable width of 42".

• 1 fat quarter each or equivalent scrap strips (no less than 10" x 3") of 5 - 7 shades of red, orange, yellow, brown, and green for the leaves.

• 3/8 yd. of brown fabric for the leaf stems and binding

• 7/8 yd. linen look fabric for the background

• 1 5/8 yd backing fabric, or enough fabric to piece to 20" x 58"

• 20" x 58" low loft batting or Warm N' Natural batting

• 1 sheet of translucent template plastic (The instructor will provide this for the class)

CUTTING AND SEWING SUPPLIES

• Rotary cutter with NEW BLADE

• 6" x 24" acrylic ruler

• Sewing notions

• Thread

• Sewing Machine (in good working order)

• Piece of batting or flannel at least 16" x 58" to use as a design wall.

• Small ironing surface and mini-iron or pressing wand - optional but helpful.

Total of $60; $10 to register online and $50 to instructor