With the release of the Zara Table Runner pattern this Friday(9/20!), I am delighted to share some colorways that have been circling my mind. I’m always fascinated by the difference that color can make to the feel of a design. I hope that you are able to find something that speaks to you and potentially inspires your next project!

Earth Tones

It’s the season of crunchy leaves, pumpkin spice, football games, soup, and your favorite comfort show. What’s not to love? I often find myself drawn to warm colors in the autumn, especially since they seem to capture the vibrant show of nature happening outside my window.

Camelot Fabrics

While I am someone that adores bright and playful colors, I am also deeply in love with earth tones. My husband and I spent the first six years of our marriage living in Idaho, and I can wholeheartedly say that the views of a mountain pass in the fall cannot be beat. There’s something about the cool blue of the mountains paired with orange, yellow, and brown leaves that makes my soul sing! Can you see the inspiration in this colorway?

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Camelot Fabrics Fresh Solids:
A: Sunrise B: Sunset C: Cinnamon D: Merlot E: Denim F: Evergreen G: Biscotti H: Delicacy

Ruby Star Society

Meadow Star by Alexia Marcelle Abegg contains colors and prints that vaguely remind me of the 70’s. While there are many ways that this collection could be arranged, grouping the reds and orange hues together gives this table runner a homey feel.

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Ruby Star Society Meadow Star fabrics:
A: Mini Dot in Warm Red B: Pecan Bloom C: Caramel Honey Pie D: Mini Dot in Caramel E: Cantaloupe Puff F: Peach Sprout G: Menagerie Peach H: Meadow Star in Natural

Art Gallery Fabrics

With autumn upon us, it should come as no surprise that the earthy, warm tones of Suzy Quilts’ Pure Solids with Art Gallery Fabrics are making an appearance. These colors are perfectly autumnal.

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Art Gallery Fabrics Pure Solids:
A: Hemlock, B: Matcha, C: Spiced, D: Poppy, E: Velvet, F: Nova, G: Driftwood, and H: Pearl.

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Jewel Tones

Opinion: Jewel tones are majorly underrated. While I’d argue that they are perfect year round, I find myself especially drawn to them in the fall and winter. I feel like I never see jewel tones receive the love that they deserve, so why not throw a few fabric pull ideas here?

Camelot Fabrics

These Camelot Fabrics Fresh Solids are perfectly bold if you’re looking to make a statement piece. In the best way, these fabrics remind me of the late 80’s/early 90’s. Most notably, the 90’s Lion King bedsheets that circulated our household for decades.

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Camelot Fabrics Fresh Solids:
A: Grape B: Cactus Flower C: Hot Pink D: Sunrise E: Denim F: Classic Blue G: Merlot H: Fresh Canvas

BONUS Camelot Fabrics

Okay, I have to include a second rendering for Camelot Fabrics, because LOOK! This colorway was inspired by sapphires and emeralds, my two favorite jewels. I love the depth that the deep green and navy blue provide, paired with the pastel sage and sky blues that seamlessly blend the two colors.

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Camelot Fabrics Fresh Solids:
A: Holly B: Kelly C: Mint Chip D: BlueBell E: Bermuda F: Classic Blue G: Evergreen H: Delicacy

Art Gallery Fabrics

While jewel tones can be deeply saturated, there’s a beauty in the same colors appearing in a more muted form. These colors pack the same punch of jewel tones without being too bold. For those of you that love neutrals but are looking to incorporate more color into your home, this pull is for you.

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Art Gallery Fabrics Pure Solids:
A: Very Berry B: Miami Sunset C: Grapefruit D: Appletini E: Cozumel F: Tile Blue G: Fresh Water H: White Linen

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Holiday

Imagine this: Your Christmas tree is lit and glowing warmly. You’re wearing your coziest sweater. Snow is gently falling outside while you sit by the fire and sip the best hot chocolate you’ve ever had. You’re hand quilting a Zara Table Runner. Life is good.

Too much? I don’t think so. 😆🎄 I hope that some of my favorite seasonal colorways will inspire your most festive project yet.

Camelot Fabrics

I don’t know about you, but I’m a big fan of traditional Christmas colors. If you’re a fan like me, then I have a feeling that you’ll love this next colorway. I love a subtle pink to compliment red and greens, so I know that it had to make its way in somehow. I love how the pink nestles its way right into the piano key border, blending the bright reds and greens. So timeless!

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Camelot Fabrics Fresh Solids:
A: Evergreen B: Holly C: Chartreuse D: Peach Blossom E: Poppy F: Merlot G: Cranberry H: Delicacy

Ruby Star Society

Is it any surprise that Jolly Darlings made it to this list? Not only are the prints simultaneously modern and classic, but the colors provide an immaculate midcentury vibe. While Jolly Darlings is OOP(out of print), I’ll play the advocate by saying #UseTheGoodFabric if you have it. After all, a table runner is the perfect opportunity to display your favorite seasonal prints!

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Ruby Star Society Jolly Darlings fabrics:
A: Little Deer in Metallic Ruby B: Octopus Garland Sorbet C: Ornamentals in Peach D: Space Thistles in Icebox E: Little Deer in Pine Green F: Space Thistles in Navy Metallic G: Snow Babies in Jolly H: Washi Tape in Buttercream

Art Gallery Fabrics

There’s something about cranberry red, black, and foresty greens together that come across as moody and luxurious. I pulled the colors for this mockup based on my own holiday decor, so it should come as no surprise that it is my favorite colorway. My fingers are crossed that I won’t be the only one making this!

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Art Gallery Fabrics Pure Solids:
A: Candied Cherry B: Ruby C: Miami Sunset D: Dark Citron E: Garden Fern F: Forest Night G: Magnetism H: Creme de la Creme

BONUS Art Gallery Fabrics

While I love to decorate my home with traditional Christmas colors, I know that many people do not. Whether for Hannukah or for a ‘winter wonderland’, the blues and whites in this palette are perfect for any winter celebration.

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Art Gallery Fabrics Pure Solids:
A: Heart of the Ocean B: Royal Cobalt C: Aero Blue D: Skylit E: Tranquil Waters F: Celestial G: Skylit H: Celestial

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Pastels

Observation: The Venn diagram of pastel color lovers and checkerboard print lovers is a circle. Does this hold true for you? If so, I think you’re going to love these mockups.

Camelot Fabrics

It’s giving… essence of Care Bear. These lightly saturated solids are perfectly daintly and subtle.

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Camelot Fabrics Fresh Solids:
A: Splash B: Mint Chip C: Custard D: Barely Pink E: Peach Blossom F: Orchid G: Bluebell H: Gardenia

Ruby Star Society

Picture Book is a perfect portrayal of pastel paradise. How’s that for alliteration?
Soft pinks, gentle blues, and citron are a dream combo. Add in florals and strawberry prints and you have a recipe for one really trendy project.

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Ruby Star Society Picture Book fabrics:
A: Picture Book Floral in Storytime B: Strawbitties in Playroom C: Picture Book Floral in Water Blue D: Strawberry Toss in Citron E: Strawbitties in Vintage Pink F: Strawberry Toss in Macaron G: Strawberry Toss in Dark Blue H: Geometric Forms in Buttercream

Art Gallery Fabrics

Imagine a vase full of tulips and daffodils sitting on top of these colors. And to have this table runner quilted in a baby pink or baby blue thread? Divine!

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Art Gallery Fabrics Pure Solids:
A: Coral Reef B: Crystal Pink C: Sweet Macademia D: Appletini E: Fresh Water F: Field of Lavender G: Wisteria H: Celestial

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Vibrant & Fun

This category could be a post of it’s own. When no colors are off-limits, the possibilities are endless. Narrowing mockups down was hard, but I’ve compiled only the best of the best to share with you.

Camelot Fabrics

What’s more fun than a day at the beach? When I picture a day at the beach, I feel sand between my toes, cool water, and the warmth of a sunset. I can feel this color palette from my screen, and I’m ready to pack my bags for a coastal vacay!

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Camelot Fabrics Fresh Solids:
A: Sunset B: Sunrise C: Buttercup D: Splash E: Peacock F: Bermuda G: French Canvas H: Delicacy

Ruby Star Society

Ruby Star Society basics are divine, but the new Speckled colors are positively divine, are they not? When I first designed Zara, I knew that a pink/blue colorway would be incredible. I don’t think that I was wrong! The texture and vibrance of Speckled brings this concept to life.

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following (new) Ruby Star Society Speckled colors:
A: Playful B: Flamingo C: Macaron D: Water Blue E: Lindley Blue F: Chambray G: Balmy H: Creme Brulee

BONUS Ruby Star Society

Last, but most certainly not least… STARRY! You don’t think I could have left you without a Starry mockup, did you? 😉 This collection is adored for good reason. It looks amazing with everything! It was hard narrowing down which colors to use, but a classic rainbow paired with a light/dark checkerboard just felt right. My fingers are crossed that someone makes this beauty. If you do, *pretty please* share photos of it with me!

To make this table runner, you’ll need the following Ruby Star Society Starry colors:
A: Blue Ribbon B: Turquoise C: Pistachio D: Sunshine E: Papaya F: Plum G: Smoke H: Natural