Pieced Backing ~ Jelly Glazed Hearts Table Runner

I have had a reader request as to how I pieced the backing

for my Jelly Glazed Hearts Table Runner

I cut one  Home Oat Quilt Panel  

into four of these double units

which measure 12.5" by 8.5" 

and used three and saved this one for another project.

I sewed the three panel pieces together into a long strip and 

 from a half yard of Home Oat Script Fabric
I cut four pieces,

each measuring 30.5" by 6" 

then I sewed them into two long strips 

and sewed one on the top and one on the bottom of the pieced panel strip.

For the ends of my backing I cut the scroll fabric from the top and bottom of the panel

into two 19.5" by 3.5" strips 

and I sewed them to the ends to complete my backing.

I am home now and here is a photo of the backing on my dining room table.

I chose these colors to match my chairs and best tablecloth.

I wanted it neutral to show off my dishes.

I am really happy with the result and will use the back side up for sitting down to meal.

I will show off the hearts when it is less likely to get a spill.

I really love how this quilt worked up.

Thanks to all for the kind words on my quilty efforts.

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