Updated (and free) Nordic Star Table Runner Pattern

I have a new and improved pattern to share with you today! The Nordic Star Table Runner has been one of my most popular free patterns. I recently made it again and thought it was time to update the pattern. I’ve changed the piecing method for the HST’s (half-square triangles) to be more efficient with the 8-at-a-time method. I’ve also added an option to include an accent fabric which gives you more flexibility with fabric and design!

Nordic Star details

The Nordic Star Table Runner measures 15.5″ x 54.5″. The blocks are easy to make and measure 12.5″ unfinished. There is a sashing strip in between each block. The table runner can easily be made shorter or longer by removing or adding a star block. You could also make the borders wider or remove them altogether.

The original table runner has a simple, two-color design that gives it that classic Scandinavian feel. For my latest version, I’ve added an accent color (orange) and a different border fabric. It’s nice to have options, and I love them both!

I made the new table runner with fabric from the Denim & Daisies collection by Fig Tree. This color palette is a nice transition from summer to fall and it fits my home decor perfectly! The background fabric is Glaze (color, Arctic) by Libs Elliott for Andover Fabrics. It’s the perfect blue for this combination. I also love the splash of orange color that really warms up the look.

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I quilted this with an orange peel design. I kinda wish I hadn’t, but once I committed it was hard to change directions. I still prefer the straight, parallel lines from my original version. Anywho, I used a stencil to mark the orange peels and then free motion quilted them with King Tut thread (Superior Threads). I had a little issue with getting the tension just right which really drives me nuts. The bobbin thread felt too lose and adjusting the top tension wasn’t enough to counter it. But, it’s finished (which is better than perfect)!

For the backing, I used three fat quarters from Denim & Daisies along with a few leftover strips of the border fabric. I love using what I have, and it definitely works here.

I often use a flanged binding when I want a pop of color or if I don’t have enough of one fabric for a full binding. In this case, I wanted to use the light blue background fabric, but I only had enough for a flange. So, I paired it with a solid navy and voila, a nice finish to the edge. You can find my tutorial for flanged binding with downloadable instructions here.

Nordic Star Table Runner PDF

You can get the free Nordic Star Tabled Runner pattern by clicking below. If you’re a subscriber to my newsletter, you will have already received an email with the pattern inside.

This is a free pattern and I’ve tried my best to make sure it is accurate. Feel free to contact me if you find any inaccuracies.

I hope you have fun making your own Nordic Star Table Runner. It works well with any holiday and since the holidays are almost upon us, you can whip one of these up in plenty of time!

If you’re looking for more table runner ideas, check out my free Scrappy Leaves Table Runner and my Valentine’s Day Table Runner. They’re both so dang cute!

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