Halloween Patchwork Table Runner
When fall arrives, it brings with it the cozy colors of autumn and the spooky fun of Halloween. Nothing sets the tone for the season better than handmade decorations, and this Halloween Patchwork Table Runner is the perfect project to add charm to your table. Combining festive fabrics and simple patchwork, it creates a warm and playful accent for your seasonal décor.
This table runner is a beginner-friendly project, making it a great choice for quilters of all levels. It uses basic four-patch blocks arranged with orange sashing that highlights the Halloween prints beautifully. The simplicity of the design allows the fabrics to shine, giving you the opportunity to showcase your favorite seasonal prints.
Aside from being functional, this runner also doubles as festive décor for Halloween gatherings, fall dinners, or simply to add seasonal cheer to your home. The mix of whimsical prints—like polka dots, bats, cats, and pumpkins—makes it fun and full of character. It’s also a wonderful way to use fabric scraps or pre-cuts like charm squares.
Whether you make it for yourself, as a gift, or as part of your Halloween display, this patchwork table runner is a project that celebrates creativity, tradition, and seasonal joy. Quick to make and full of festive flair, it’s sure to become a favorite each year.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Materials Needed:
- Halloween-themed fabrics in coordinating colors (black, orange, purple, green, gray, white)
- Background fabric (orange or similar)
- Backing fabric
- Batting
- Rotary cutter, ruler, and cutting mat
- Sewing machine and thread
Step 1: Cutting the Fabrics
- Cut fabric into 5″ squares (or use pre-cut charm squares).
- For each block, select four different squares with contrasting prints.
- Cut sashing strips (2.5″ wide) from orange fabric.
Step 2: Assembling the Four-Patch Blocks
- Sew four squares together into a 2×2 arrangement.
- Press seams open or to one side.
- Repeat to create as many blocks as needed for your runner length.
Step 3: Adding the Sashing
- Sew sashing strips between the four-patch blocks.
- Continue joining blocks and sashing until the table runner reaches your desired length.
- Add a border of orange fabric around the entire runner for a clean frame.
Step 4: Quilting and Finishing
- Layer the quilt top, batting, and backing fabric.
- Quilt with straight lines (stitch in the ditch) or simple free-motion quilting.
- Trim edges and add a binding in a coordinating stripe or print.
✨ Now you have a festive Halloween Patchwork Table Runner that will brighten your fall table with handmade charm.
