The Function and Making Process of Table Runners

Ⅰ. What are table runners

What are table runners? As the name suggests, table runners are ornaments placed on tables. It is generally fabric. From the point of use, table runners can be divided into two types, one is desk runners and the other is home decoration table runners.

Desk runners are table runners placed on desks or conference tables, representing the position of a country, unit or individual. At the same time, they play a role of decoration.

Home decoration table runners are generally placed on the dining table at home or on the coffee table in the living room. The function of table runners is to beautify and decorate the desktop and make the table look better.

Ⅱ. The functions of the table runners

1. Antifouling function

Table runner home decor is generally spread on the desktop. Although the desktop cannot be completely covered, the table runner home decor can still play a certain anti-fouling effect, so that the area covered by the table runner is not easily stained. In addition, the table runners can also play a certain role in protecting the table.

2. Decoration function

The main function of the table runners is decoration. It is generally made of high-quality textiles, which have bright colors and high gloss. Lay it on the table top, the decoration effect is very good.

3. Show the taste

Table runners are home textiles that reflect the quality of life and taste. Putting a table runner on the table at home can show the high taste of the host, and increase the artistic taste and aesthetic taste of the room. Table runners instantly elevate a simple home environment.

Ⅲ. How to make table runners

1. The thickness of the fabric should be appropriate

When people choose fabrics for making table runners, don't choose fabrics that are too light and thin, but choose fabrics with good texture, thickness, gloss and color. In addition, the fabric used to make the table runner should not have too complicated patterns. The pattern design should have a sense of hierarchy.

2. Measure the table runner size in advance

When people make table runners, they should measure the length and width of the table in advance so that they can know the size of the table runner.

3. There should not be too many decorations

Adding too many decorations to the table runner will make it look out of class. People just need to cut the table runner according to the designed size, bind the edges and add tassels or pendants to the table runner.

Ⅳ. The size of the table runners

What is the size of the table runner? There are no standard specifications for the length and width of the table runner. The edge usually sags about 30 cm. Some people like the edge to sag longer. They can adjust the length of the table runner themselves.

The width of the table runner is determined according to the width of the table, which is generally between one-third and one-quarter of the width of the table. Table runners that are too wide or too narrow may look weird and people should pay attention to this when making table runners.

In addition, the part that hangs down the edge of the table runner should not be too short or too long. If there is a tassel design on the edge, the length of the tassel should also be considered in the length of the drop. It is best to ensure that the dropped part does not touch the ground.