How To Make A Dropcloth Table Runner

1. Gather Supplies

Supplies: canvas drop cloth, yard stick, scissors, pencil, paint brush, painter’s tape, stencils, sharpie, sealing wax and paint. We're using Amy Howard Chalk Based Paint. Pick a drop cloth that will fit the length of your table. About 6 inches should hang over the table.
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2. Make Your Marks

Roll out the drop cloth. Mark lines every two inches. Every 12th mark, extend the line all the way across.
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3. Trace It Out

Trace over each pencil line with black sharpie.
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4. Make The Cut

Measure drop cloth for your table. Our table runner size will be cut to 14¼" W x 8’½" L and cut into a strip.
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5. Paint It

Place number stencils, secure with painter’s tape and paint!
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6. Dry and Display

Let the paint dry for 2 hours and add to your table!
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by The Helpful Hardware Folks

Your new table runner is sure to get an A+ as school kicks back into gear! Just a few supplies and you will make an affordable and unique accessory for your home.  It all starts with a canvas drop cloth.

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