3D Hexagon Table Runner
Using Easy Y Seams
Please Note: This is a supply list for my face-to-face class. To see my online tutorial on 3D Hexagon Table Runner, click here.
Aunt Judy's Attic
Instructor: Paco RichIn class we will go through the steps for piecing together three - 3D Hexagons using the Easy Y Seams method to make a table runner. You will learn one way to nest your seams to line up points and reduce the bulkiness at your points. By the end of class we will have finished a table runner top measuring about 10" wide by 34" long. You will also leave the class with the skills needed to tackle any Y Seam you come across, such as tumbling blocks and six pointed stars.
**Important!!** If you have any questions at all, feel free to email me: LifesAQuilt.LAQ@gmail.com.
Basic Supplies:
Sewing Machine
Sewing Notions - scissors, straight pins
Cutting Mat
Rotary Cutter
Fine Point Fabric Marking Tool - I like the FriXion pens
Thread - best if it matches one of your fabrics
Rulers:
It is not necessary to have a special 60° ruler for this class, but this class gives you an excuse to have a cool new ruler or use the cool 60° triangle ruler you bought long ago. However, any ruler with a 60° line on it will work just as well.
**After our first class, the majority of the ladies felt it was easier to have the 60° triangle ruler - if you need one, let Judy know and she will have them ordered...
60° Triangle Ruler |
Square Ruler with markings for 60°, 45° and 30° |
You will also need a ruler that has 1/4" markings.
Fabric Supplies:
What 3 colors:
You will need 3 different fabrics - a dark, a medium and a light. The 3 fabrics can be all of one color (ie: all green) OR you can have one focus fabric with two coordinating colors, as long as one is dark, one is medium and one is light.
If you are unsure: use your smartphone to take a picture of all 3 fabrics together. Change the photo to a black and white photo and you will see the tone. If all three fabrics look the same in the black and white photo, you might have trouble achieving the 3D look.
Examples:
Notice how the coral and green are almost the same tone in the black and white photo? If you look at the pieced runners above, you will notice the green/coral grape runner does not give off a strong 3D feel as compared to the other two.
How Much Fabric:
From each of the fabrics you will need to have at least 14" x WOF (width of fabric). This includes fabric for the triangles in between the hexagons.
Extra fabric for binding and backing is needed. Backing: need at least 14" x WOF. Binding using 2.5" half fold: need at least 8" x WOF.
Something to think about: If you have a focus fabric and want to fussy cut a particular section, plan on having more focus fabric.
Beautiful 3D Hexagons
Love the variation! |
Looking for more ideas on color/fabric selections?? Check out my 3D Hexagon ~ Tumbling Blocks Board on Pinterest.
Hope to see you in class! If you have any questions at all, feel free to leave a comment and I'll get right back to you.
I love this table runner so much that I contacted you about it. Any help you can give me would be appreciated. I am a fairly good seamstress but am very new to quilting. Love your blog.
ReplyDeleteWould love this pattern. Is it available
ReplyDeleteHi there! I have am online version of this class if you're interested. Up at the top of this page under the 3D Quilts tab, it is called: Easy Y Seams Class
Deletehttp://pjscraftycreations.blogspot.com/2011/12/3d-hexagon-project-instructions-part-1.html
Love it, always have difficulties with that seam xxx
DeleteIs this black/white optical illusion pattern available. Think table runner would make great wedding gift for my nephew and soon to be niece in law
DeleteAbsolutely! This page is a supply list for my local classes. Up at the top in menu tabs, you will see a tab for 3D Quilts > Easy Y Seams Class. There are three parts to follow along with, like an online class.
DeleteThank you so much for your very detailed, easy to follow instructions. When I saw your awesome table runner, I really wanted to try to make one. It turned out okay.
ReplyDeleteI guess I can't post a photo here.
Hi Jeanne, I would love to see a photo. You are always welcomed to join our facebook quilting group and post a photo there 💚 Life's A Quilt - I could also help you with any questions you might0 have :)
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Is there a pattern and instructions for this table runner anywhere on your site? I would love to make this
ReplyDeleteThanks Kari
I would love to make this 3D table runner. Is the pattern for sale anywhere?
ReplyDeleteDo you have a pattern for this
ReplyDeleteI do have an online tutorial for this. You are welcome to give it a try. If you scroll to the top of the page, you will see a menu with 3D Quilts. This table runner is the Easy Y Seems Class. I hope this helps. I would love to see it if you make it!
DeleteI need a printed copy of the pattern. That is the only way that I can make something like this. I have to have something that I can look at as I go. I am not as experienced as some others. If you can get me a written pattern I would appreciate it. I will gladly pay for the pattern. Thanks, Lucinda
ReplyDeleteCómo puedo encontrar los patrones, me encanta
ReplyDeleteThe digital copy of this three part pattern is here:
Deletehttps://pjscraftycreations.blogspot.com/2011/12/3d-hexagon-project-instructions-part-1.html
Very nice table runner. Could this be made into a quilt?
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely! The reason I made this tutorial into a table runner was to teach the technique. Once you know how to piece the Y Seam, you're golden to use the same technique for other patterns.
DeleteVery nice
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