Easy Gold Polka Dot Drop Cloth Table Runner
I will show you how to make an easy gold polka dotted table runner@
If you saw my guest post on Tatertots and Jello the other day, you may have noticed the super easy gold polka dot table runner below the white and gold herringbone pots on our table… it was a super thrifty project that adds some fun character to our spring table setting for about $4 (or less!).
To make this table runner I used:
– a piece of drop cloth (about 18″ wide by about 80″ in length)
– gold craft paint, a small brush and a dish for the paint
– fabric scissors and an iron (not pictured)
I started by cutting the drop cloth to the correct width and length…
I just cut a small way into the drop cloth and then tore straight down the fabric leaving a rough edge.
You could always iron the edges and sew a neat edge but I was happy to keep the rustic look of the torn edge- I removed any extra bits and pieces of thread and laid it along the table to make sure it was the right size. Then I gave it a quick iron to get rid of the most set-in wrinkles.
Lastly, I laid it out along the table and then started adding gold polka dots using my craft paint and a small brush. I kept the gold polka dots random in size and in their spread.
Done! It is not going to be washer-and-dryer proof but I don’t plan to actually use it to serve food on. If you wanted it to be more durable then you might want to treat it with a finishing coat (perhaps a coat of mod podge or something similar to help ‘set it’ and protect the paint from vigorous wiping).
Wasn’t that easy? I love DIY projects that take only a few minutes and cost next to nothing…
I like how it pulls in the gold from the white and gold herringbone pots… and how the gold contrasts with the rustic board along the table… Sort of a rustic glam spring tablescape…
Have you been adding any gold touches to your décor? How about using drop cloth for projects? This one drop cloth has already been used to make two table runners and a few pillows- I figure that I used less then $4 worth of drop cloth, and I already owned the gold craft paint. Not bad for a new springy table runner, eh?
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I love it! So cute and so do-able for people who don’t craft a lot! Sharing on my FB page. Thanks for linking!
This is such an eye-catching table runner! I just wanted to let you know that I will be linking to this post on 4/2 at Simply Creative Living if you don’t mind.
I absolutely love this! So simple and chic! Thanks, Krista!
If you use fabric medium and do what’s required then the paint will last. I like to use small foam dabber(s) for more uniform polka dots, my hands are not reliable, too shaky. Whatever works huh? I love the rough edge like you did yours, I tear my fabric often,much straighter and uniform lines for me anyway. When I try to cut the lines are all over the place, not pretty. The gold polka dots are very pretty and in vogue now also. We don’t have a dining table but I make table runners to sell and to use on my coffee table and portable island. Hope it’s Spring where you are.
That is a GREAT tip about the foam dobbers – and I will have to look for fabric medium next time I am at Michaels!! Thanks JaneEllen!! It is definitely spring around here- TONS of rain!!!
Such a sweet, spring project! I love the polka dot runner. Your herringbone planters are really nice as well.
Thank you Brandi!
Super cute! I am pinning 🙂
Have a great weekend Krista!
Thanks so much Desiree!! So thrilled about the PIN. This weekend has involved some Easter decorating so it has been great! Hope yours is going well – and thanks for coming by!!
Super cute, Krista!!!! And thanks for the tip on cutting drop cloth!!
Thanks so much Selene!! You can do that with a lot of types of fabrics, especially heavier weight ones.
Looks very easy!! Love it…it’s adorable Krista!! I am starting to want some gold here and there lately!
Nancy
Thanks Nancy- the gold is growing on my too- I guess it is seeing so many beautiful projects in gold. I never thought I would be converted but I find it is happening!! Lol
Everything looks great…. Love it!
Thanks so much Tammy!!
So easy and inexpensive project with a big impact.Love it! And love your herringbone pots!Pinning!
Thanks Aniko! I always love a pin!!
I love it, Krista! Gold is always welcome at my house! 🙂
Thanks Tara:) I think you and all your lovely gold projects have inspired me!
Love the rustic glam vibe! Here’s a hint I learned in a fabric arts class. Most painted fabric can be “set” (made washable and dryable) with heat. Try pressing with a hot iron (no steam) on the wrong side of the painted fabric for 30 seconds to a minute. Use a press cloth to avoid scorching the fabric and put paper or a piece of scrap fabric under it to keep the paint from transferring to your ironing board cover. Try it if you want to be able to wash something you have created with paint.
Fabulous tip= I will add that to my post. Thanks!!
This is so pretty, Krista! The whole centerpiece looks amazing!
Thank you Katie!! Now to spring-ify the rest of the living/dining room. I am ready for a lighter look!
I love the whole centerpiece. Such a great idea. Hope your vacation was wonderful!
Thank you Mary!! It really was wonderful… and now it really feels like spring is on it’s way around here:) I’m so excited for it!
Love this blinged out table runner! The wood board and geometric pots go great with it!
Thanks so much Ashley!! They I like the extra bit of height and presence the plank of wood gives things… less likely to get knocked over by my boys during dinner time:)
Very pretty! I’d like this in a multi coloured look too, or a stained glass wash or – hmmm, maybe I should try this one out myself!!!
Hi Anne! It would look cute multicolored (I tested that out first but then decided to stick with the gold only for now – I plan to have lots of other hits of color!). So glad you came by:)
So cute and simple! Love your adorable Easter centerpiece as well!
Thanks Amy! All this gold… You have inspired me! I like how it works with a few hits of fresh color too:)