Riley Blake In The Grove Table Runner - Downloadable PDF

Riley Blake In The Grove Table Runner

Project Overview

The Riley Blake In The Grove Table Runner is a downloadable quilting pattern designed by Jill Finley of Jillily Studio. This free PDF pattern creates a finished table runner measuring 20 inches wide by 56 inches long, making it an ideal accent piece for dining tables or home décor. The design showcases fabrics from the In The Grove collection by Riley Blake Designs, combining pieced blocks with coordinating borders for a polished, modern aesthetic.

What Is Being Made

This project results in a completed table runner featuring a center panel composed of alternating fabric squares and rectangles, finished with borders. The In The Grove table runner uses a straightforward patchwork design that alternates Grove Flower Panel squares with Limeade Houndstooth rectangles to create visual interest and balance along the length of the runner.

Quilting Techniques Used

This pattern requires foundational quilting knowledge and terminology familiarity. The construction process involves several standard quilting techniques:

• Piecing fabric squares and rectangles with precise seam allowances
• Sewing right sides together for accurate seam construction
• Working with ¼ inch seam allowances throughout the project
• Measuring through the center of blocks to ensure accurate piecing
• Adding borders to frame the center panel

Stitches and Construction Methods

The In The Grove Table Runner uses basic quilting stitches and piecing methods. Seams are sewn with right sides of fabric together using a standard straight stitch. The pattern emphasizes accurate measurement and consistent ¼ inch seam allowances, which are essential for blocks to align properly. Quilters should measure through the center of pieced sections rather than along edges, as seam allowances can vary slightly between pieces.

Materials and Fabric Requirements

This pattern is designed to showcase Riley Blake Designs fabric collections, specifically the In The Grove line. The table runner center requires Grove Flower Panel fabric cut into 10½ inch squares and Limeade Houndstooth fabric cut into 2½ inch by 10½ inch rectangles. The pattern includes border sections, though specific yardage requirements are referenced on the Riley Blake Designs website for complete material specifications. Quilters will need standard quilting supplies including fabric, thread, and basic cutting tools.

Design Features

The table runner design alternates four Grove Flower Panel squares with three Limeade Houndstooth rectangles to create the 10½ inch by 46½ inch center panel. This alternating arrangement produces a balanced, rhythmic pattern that runs the length of the runner. The addition of borders frames this center section and contributes to the finished 20 inch by 56 inch dimensions.

Pattern Notes

The layout and appearance of your completed project may differ when using actual fabric compared to the virtual images shown in the pattern. Quilters should check the Riley Blake Designs website at www.rileyblakedesigns.com for any pattern updates or revisions before beginning the project. The pattern includes a table runner assembly diagram and block placement guide to assist with accurate construction.