Free Quilting Pattern: Sew a Heart Patchwork Table Runner
- Kimberley Hind
- Jan 16
- 2 min read
Updated: Jan 24
A Free Sewing Project: Heart Patchwork Table Runner
If you’re looking for a quick, satisfying quilting project that uses simple techniques but feels really special once it’s finished, this heart patchwork table runner is a lovely one to try.
This free quilting pattern project is all about classic patchwork skills coming together in a relaxed, approachable way. You’ll sew half square triangles, use snowballed corners to shape the hearts, and finish everything off with self binding, which keeps the edges neat without needing separate binding strips.
Best of all, the instructions are available as a free PDF download, so you can save it, print it, and sew along at your own pace.
About the Project
The heart block at the centre of this design is simple to construct but really versatile. For the table runner, I’ve alternated the colours of the hearts to create contrast and movement across the length of the runner, but the same block works just as well for quilts, cushions, placemats, or even bags.
This is a great project if you:
Want to practise patchwork basics
Enjoy small quilting projects that don’t feel overwhelming
Like designs you can easily adapt or scale up later
The finished table runner makes a lovely seasonal piece, but it’s subtle enough to leave out all year if you choose your fabrics carefully.
YouTube Video
If you'd like to see this project in video format, here's a link to the YouTube video -
Techniques used in this project:
In this tutorial, you’ll:
Sew half square triangles (HSTs)
Use snowballed corners to shape a heart block
Finish your project with self binding, using the backing fabric
These are techniques you can return to again and again in future quilting projects.
Going Further
Once you’ve made the table runner, you can easily take this design further. The heart block works beautifully in a full quilt layout, and adding sashing between blocks can really help each heart stand out. You can also resize the block to make smaller projects like placemats or mini quilts - the construction stays the same, just scaled down, and I'll give you the cutting measurements to go two sizes smaller.
Download the Free quilt pattern PDF
You can download the full Heart Patchwork Table Runner tutorial as a free PDF, which includes:
Clear, step-by-step instructions
Fabric requirements and cutting details
Tips for alternating colours and finishing neatly
Fabrics I've used:
For this project, all of the fabrics are from our online store, Debbie Shore Sewing. Here are links to everything used:
I’d love to see what you make with it - whether it’s a table runner, a quilt in progress, or a smaller spin-off project. If you share your version online, feel free to tag me so I can have a look!
Happy sewing 🪡💗
Kimberley
P.S - why not make some matching placemats with this tutorial next -
Heart Petal Placemats - sewing tutorial perfect for scrap fabrics
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