Northwoods Table Runner Machine Embroidery Project

I'm here to introduce you to a new project that recently captured my imagination—the Northwoods Table Runner. Crafted with machine embroidery by Designs by JuJu, this project exudes charm and elegance.

It all began with a simple email from Designs by JuJu, introducing their latest Northwoods collection. Instantly, I was drawn to the designs, envisioning something remarkable for my dear friend, Pam. With her passion for National Parks evident through her quilt creations, I knew this table runner would be a cherished addition to her home.

But the Northwoods collection isn't limited to just the table runner. Designs by JuJu offer options, including Owl or Bear Mug Rugs, placemats, and even whimsical pot holders featuring bears, moose, and Aztec motifs. Each design is available for purchase on the Designs by JuJu website, promising to add a touch of wilderness-inspired charm to any home.

If you would like to learn more about the Northwoods Table Runner, you can watch our video through the link below. Alternatively, you can keep reading this post to find out more.

WHAT YOU NEED for the Northwoods Table Runner

• Northwoods Table Runner Machine Embroidery Design
• Embroidery Machine
• Fabrics for the blocks and backing
• Quilt Batting
• Threads
• Scissors, Rotary Cutter, and Mat

Northwoods Table Runner Design Pack

The design pack for the Northwoods table runner includes the design files, color charts, cutting instructions, a step-by-step PDF instruction guide, and an addendum guide for using the larger blocks.

As with other Designs by Juju designs, the step-by-step PDF will guide you through the stitching and assembly of this table runner.

Find a link to the Northwoods design pack at the end of this page.

Sizes of the Northwoods Table Runner

This table runner can be stitched in a 5x7 hoop or a 6x10 hoop.  

My table runner was stitched using the 5x7 designs and it finishes at approximately 10” x 29”. 

The table runner stitched with 6x10 hoop designs finishes at approximately 14” x 39”.

Options for Blocks A - C

When stitching the table runner with the 5x7 designs, blocks A, B, and C are larger than the hoop size.  So, two hoopings are required to stitch these blocks.

If you have a 6x10 hoop available, the 5x7 design pack includes larger combined A, B, and C block designs for a 6x10 hoop. This option allows blocks A, B, and C to be stitched in one hooping.

When stitching the table runner with the 6x10 designs, combined design files for blocks A, B, and C to fit a 9.5x14 hoop are included. 

It's nice that Designs by Juju included these extra files to save having to stitch those blocks in multiple hoopings.

Machine Embroider the Blocks

The table runner is stitched in 10 – 13 hoopings. The three largest blocks, bears, moose, and owls, can be stitched with split or joined designs in a 5x7,  6x10, or 9.5x14 hoop.

The remaining blocks on my table runner were all stitched in a 5x7 hoop.  If you are stitching the 6x10 size table runner, the 6x10 hoop would be used for the remaining blocks.

The pinecone, mountains, canoe, and two geometric motif blocks are stitched in separate hoopings. The two smaller paw blocks are stitched in one hooping, and the relax and explore words are stitched in a hooping.

The blocks are stitched using machine applique embroidery.  This method uses fabrics for the larger sections and embellishment stitching around the fabrics.  Click the link if you have never used your embroidery machine for applique.

After stitching all the blocks with an embroidery machine, the blocks are trimmed and sewn together using a traditional sewing machine.

Sewing the Blocks Together

Lay the blocks out on the table runner and sew them together by matching the sides and outline stitching around each block.

Here's a tip for sewing the blocks together: Always pin the blocks together, matching the stitched line on the front of the block. When you look at the back of the block, there will be two stitched lines about 1/8" apart. The inner one is the first placement line and the outer one is the outline showing on the front of the block.

Stitch the blocks together following along the inner line.  This will ensure that the outline is stitched into the seam allowance and won't show on the front of the table runner.  

Backing the Table Runner

After assembling the table runner top, cut a backing piece 4” wider and 4” longer than the table runner top.

The table runner blocks were stitched with batting, so another layer of batting is unnecessary.

Center the top on the backing, pin, and attach the layers using a stitch in the ditch between each block. Trim the table runner to 1” larger all around and use the foldover or self-binding method to bind it.

We hope you enjoyed learning about this Northwoods Table Runner.  Scroll down to find the Northwoods design pack and other supplies for this project.
   

Other Machine Embroidery Designs:

• Cactus and Succulents Table Runner
• Daisy Table Runner
• Octagon Splendour Placemats
• Spring Flowers Table Runner
• Sunflower Table Runner