Drop Cloth is all kinds of fabulous! It’s versatile, functional, and fun to work with. I’ve used it on my painted soap wraps, stuffed bunnies, and Easter bunny favors. Today, I’m sharing a DIY Drop Cloth Table Runner as a part of an amazing Ready, Set, Paint Blog Hop brought to you by ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape and The Home Depot. You’ll be able to check out some of the other participants projects at the bottom of the post too!
Let’s get this DIY party started, shall we? First things first, we’ll need to grab a few supplies.
- Drop Cloth
- ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape
- Acrylic Paint of Choice (I used Martha Stewart Gray Wolf and Chipotle)
- Paint Brushes
- Measuring Tape and Scissors, not pictured.
The very first thing I did was wash my drop cloth. I then cut it the length and width I had in mind. I cut mine to approximately 65-1/2″ x 14-1/4″. Keep in mind that if you’re going to fray the sides, you’ll want to cut a little wider and longer. Now we’re ready to the get to the stenciling part of the project.
I started by taping the prep work for the wider stripe. This stripe is 1/2″ thick. Paint and remove tape.
You’ll then move onto the smaller stripe, which is approximately 1/8″ wide.
You’ll then move on to measuring and marking your smaller stripe. We used a pencil to mark where we needed to place the tape. For the smaller stripe, you will need to place the one piece of tape over your first stripe. No worries if the paint isn’t completely dry either. As we did earlier, you’ll tape, paint and remove the tape. Do this on both sides of your runner and voila!
Hopefully you’re feeling inspired!
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Denise says
07/30/2013 at 1:05 amI am slowly getting around to re-painting our patio swing chair this summer. Thanks for the giveaway – it could help me get it done!
Jenni says
07/30/2013 at 6:30 amKelly: This is such a cute runner!!! I want to make one too. Thanks for the tutorial!
Heather @ new house new home says
07/30/2013 at 6:55 amLove using drop cloth for projects – I’ve also made a table runner similar to yours and love it’s crisp look. And just recently had a chair reupholstered in drop cloth and it’s stunning!
Cindy Eikenberg says
07/30/2013 at 6:59 amKelly, this turned out great and what an easy, fresh update for the dining room! Thanks for sharing the how-to! Pinning and have a happy week!
Jen (Balancing Beauty and Bedlam) says
07/30/2013 at 7:10 amLooks fabulous and so easy to replicate – best part. 🙂
Rebecca Cooper says
07/30/2013 at 8:01 amSo simple + sweet Kelly! 🙂
Rebecca Cooper says
07/30/2013 at 8:02 amThis is my latest favorite painting project….we actually got a lot of our supplies at Home Depot! 🙂
Elena Jones says
07/30/2013 at 8:06 amLove the table runner!
kendall says
07/30/2013 at 8:12 amThis is definitely my favorite (YOURS!) >> https://livelaughrowe.com/diy-drop-cloth-table-runner/
Leslie Stewart @ House on the Way says
07/30/2013 at 8:13 amIm sharing my Seahorse Towel Hooks. http://www.houseontheway.com/seahorse-towel-hooks/
Shawna says
07/30/2013 at 8:27 amI hope this link works. I want to redo my bedroom and have started a board on pinterest with all of these really cool DIY ideas.
http://pinterest.com/luv2trvls/bedroom/
Trish says
07/30/2013 at 8:44 amGreat giveaway!
Carlese says
07/30/2013 at 8:47 amHere’s a link to my favorite summer painting project: https://livelaughrowe.com/diy-drop-cloth-table-runner/. I JUST refinished a dining room table and have been looking at cheap, easy and CUTE diy table runners! I will most definitely be doing this on ASAP! Thanks for sharing!
Trish says
07/30/2013 at 8:50 amGreat giveaway!
Chelsea says
07/30/2013 at 8:54 amWhat a fun project! It looks so easy and I would’ve never think to use a drop-cloth!
Here’s my favorite project that Alea and I have done this summer. We made a painted flower pot for her very own flower this summer. -Chelsea
Summer says
07/30/2013 at 9:13 amThis turned out so cute – I just finished up a shelf for our bathroom.
kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloor says
07/30/2013 at 10:06 amLooks gorgeous, friend. LOVE that chipotle color…so fun!
Kindra R. says
07/30/2013 at 10:16 amGreat giveaway! I have 3 flower beds that need to be redone.
Aly says
07/30/2013 at 10:33 amWhat a great project. I love it, I pinned it!
Janet Thaeler says
07/30/2013 at 10:34 amSo creative! I’m not very familiar with drop clothes, do you buy them in a bulk pack? Is the idea that it’s less expensive than fabric or just has great qualities?
Blog On
Janet
Pam says
07/30/2013 at 10:38 amI would not have thought to paint my own table runner. This is the perfect craft because it is easy and beautiful.
Chelsea says
07/30/2013 at 10:55 amThis looks fabulous I love DIY projects that when finished look professional and elegant!
Alexandra Williams says
07/30/2013 at 11:58 amhttp://pinterest.com/pin/7248049373330896/
Connie H. says
07/30/2013 at 12:01 pmMy favorite summer painting project was going to be several pieces of furniture and I needed information like this http://inmyownstyle.com/2013/03/furniture-before-after-makeover-in-turquoise.html. But plans sometimes have to change, that furniture will get painted in September, and I was grateful to paint some picture frames and start a couple gallery walls instead 🙂
kiki says
07/30/2013 at 12:23 pmcute runner…looks fairly simple
Kendra @ AProverbs 31 Wife says
07/30/2013 at 12:38 pmI was painted last year, this year they got washi-taped! 🙂
Jen Goode says
07/30/2013 at 12:40 pmI love this project idea! It’s brilliant, elegant and simply enough that a DIY novice can be successful. Awesome job, thank you for sharing!
Anna W says
07/30/2013 at 12:41 pmMy favorite summer project is this bench to increase outdoor seating.
http://thehuth.blogspot.com/2012/09/diy-pottery-barn-bench.html
SarahO says
07/30/2013 at 1:22 pmMy current favorite painting project is a diy wooden crate bookcase:
http://thepleatedpoppy.com/2013/06/diy-wood-crate-bookcase/
Breenah says
07/30/2013 at 1:39 pmI made my husband a pair of those and an R2-D2 pair, plus a Slender Man pair for his sister for her birthday. Painting shoes is definitely my favorite thing right now.
Amanda {A Royal Daughter} says
07/30/2013 at 2:23 pmI’ve always wanted to try this: http://imgfave.com/view/1762109
Tami @ Curb Alert! says
07/30/2013 at 2:33 pmI love drop cloth projects and especially the added touch of fraying. Well done!
courtney d says
07/30/2013 at 2:47 pmI would like to do this DIY project: http://www.stylemepretty.com/living/2013/07/10/diy-ikea-bar-cart-hack/
Heather says
07/30/2013 at 3:31 pmSo cute! Thanks for the tutorial!
Heather says
07/30/2013 at 3:39 pmForgot to post my favorite Summer DIY. Nothing like a cute cooler to stay cool in this Louisiana heat! Will be making this as soon as we move in to our new house!
http://www.birdsandsoap.com/2013/06/cooler-stand-diy-tutorial-fathers-day.html
lesley mcquade says
07/30/2013 at 3:38 pmthis would be perfect for my daughters college rental dining table ..great idea and techniques
CJ Pillow says
07/30/2013 at 3:45 pmThis is now at the top of my craft list.
Lesley M. says
07/30/2013 at 3:52 pmI love anything with Duck Tape!! http://pinterest.com/pin/235805730462108652/
Elena says
07/30/2013 at 4:00 pmI had fun making this with my kids:
http://pinterest.com/pin/493496071638623266/
Katie says
07/30/2013 at 4:16 pmLove this! Pinning 🙂
kelly thompson says
07/30/2013 at 4:21 pmhttp://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/how-to-add-a-scumbled-design-to-an-inside-wall/index.html
this is a neat one
Gayle says
07/30/2013 at 4:43 pmHoping to try this one soon:
http://diyshowoff.com/2013/07/02/diy-tire-planter-tutorial/
amy craft says
07/30/2013 at 5:28 pmhttp://www.craftaholicsanonymous.net/diy-herringbone-toy-box
LOVE this!
Marissa says
07/30/2013 at 6:20 pmI would love to paint my bathroom 🙂
Pat K says
07/30/2013 at 7:59 pmLove your giveaway thanks for the chance to win it!
Diane L says
07/30/2013 at 8:45 pmHome Depot is second best to craft shopping for me! I’d love another reason to go spend some time and money there! Thank you for the chance to make that happen.
Karen says
07/30/2013 at 8:50 pmThis table runner is the perfect idea to get my Christmas gift making underway! Thanks!
Jennifer @ Decorated Chaos says
07/30/2013 at 11:09 pmCute table runner and what a great giveaway too!
Jennifer @ Decorated Chaos
http://decoratedchaos.blogspot.com
Jennifer @ Decorated Chaos says
07/30/2013 at 11:15 pmAnd my favorite summer project is the framed stensiled wall art by Thrifty and Chic 🙂
Jenny B says
07/30/2013 at 11:56 pmMy favorite summer project is this DIY Paper fruit basket at http://www.elli.com/blog/diy-upcycled-fruit-basket/
Amanda says
07/31/2013 at 6:39 amHow fun, and what an easy way to dress up a table runner, looks great!
Beth says
07/31/2013 at 7:07 amreally cute! Thanks for sharing!
Claire @ A Little Claireification says
07/31/2013 at 9:19 amKelly this turned out GREAT!! I have quite a few more drop cloths and was already thinking about a Fall or holiday runner so now I am WAY inspired!! And since I love drop cloth projects, here is one of my fave Summer projects so far:
http://alittleclaireification.com/2013/07/18/diy-beach-inspired-patio-curtains-from-a-canvas-drop-cloth/
ellen casper says
07/31/2013 at 1:35 pmhttp://tatertotsandjello.com/2013/06/red-and-white-summer-party-scotch-blue-painters-tape-painted-party.html
Tabathia B says
07/31/2013 at 1:37 pmhttp://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/for-your-home/how-to-use-chalkboard-paint
Megan Barber says
07/31/2013 at 4:14 pmOne of my favorite summer painting projects is here – http://tatertotsandjello.com/2013/05/make-a-nautical-inspired-fourth-of-july-wreath-with-buoys.html
Ashley says
07/31/2013 at 5:04 pmI want to paint a dresser!
http://scraphacker.com/diy-dresser-ideas/
Amy says
07/31/2013 at 5:47 pmI love the DIY game table – I’ve been looking for something more “fun” to put in between to adorable chairs I just bought and this is the perfect option! http://www.dreamgreendiy.com/2013/06/24/bloggers-hop-game-table-featuring-scotchblue/
wendy mclean says
07/31/2013 at 6:30 pmI really love this! We painted each room in our new home and I have a lot of leftover Scotch blue tape. This would be a great project for my kitchen table! Thanks for sharing! I’m inspired to create the chalkboard from http://www.thegirlcreative.com/2013/06/11/diy-chalkboard.html#more-2165.
Susan @SugarBeans says
07/31/2013 at 7:06 pmI love this!! Thanks for the tutorial; gorgeous!
Susan
Heather says
07/31/2013 at 11:02 pmI am loving this table transformation!
http://sandandsisal.com/2013/06/faux-etched-glass.html
Laura Jacobson says
08/01/2013 at 1:12 amOh I love this playhouse!
http://www.motherearthnews.com/diy/cob-building-zb0z1306zhla.aspx#axzz2ahAN4yCa
Tracy says
08/01/2013 at 2:46 amI saw this earlier today. My stairs are a little rough, so I’m thinking about it doing it – seems like a more effective way to call my husband & son’s attention to things as they leave or come home (“Homework firsst!”, “Please bring milk”). Could also leave jokes or quotes to maybe brighten somebody’s day. http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/staircase-ideas-00100000096774/page3
Manda Wolf says
08/01/2013 at 8:08 amVery cute. Another project to add to my to do list! I love how simple yet classy it is.
Laura Kelly says
08/01/2013 at 8:13 amLOVE this! I love using drop cloths to make stuff. We made great curtains and a puppet theater awning from one a while back. Thanks for spreading your creative magic.
amber says
08/01/2013 at 8:40 amWhat a great idea!! I so should make one of these to help liven up our dining room table.
I think my summer project will be this:
http://www.copyepaste.com/search?updated-max=2012-02-19T19:02:00%2B01:00&max-results=3&start=36&by-date=false
i’m pretty sure that my kids would LOVE it!
Kelly D says
08/01/2013 at 11:20 amI like this vertical garden project
http://pinterest.com/pin/403142604114382304/
Danielle says
08/01/2013 at 11:58 amSuch a cute table runner! I’m also incredibly jealous that you were able to tape off lines that straight!!
Danielle at Framed Frosting
Carly says
08/01/2013 at 12:54 pmThis is a great idea for any cloth that simply needs a little freshening up!
Thomas Murphy says
08/01/2013 at 10:58 pmI like the Textured Panel Dresser Makeover.
http://www.centsationalgirl.com/2013/05/textured-panel-dresser-makeover/
Amanda Sakovitz says
08/02/2013 at 12:36 pmLove this idea, its beautiful!
http://blog.craft-e-corner.com/2013/06/sweet-summer-dreams-dreamcatcher.html
brynne says
08/02/2013 at 4:21 pmhere’s a great roundup of some summer ideas: http://www.athriftymrs.com/2013/07/the-best-summer-diy-projects.html
Colleen Boudreau says
08/02/2013 at 10:03 pmhttp://missrenaissance.com/2013/05/07/its-diy-time-succulent-pots-boom/
steve weber says
08/03/2013 at 2:23 amhttp://tatertotsandjello.com/2013/06/red-and-white-summer-party-scotch-blue-painters-tape-painted-party.html
cassie says
08/03/2013 at 2:43 amwhat a great idea! i want to try and do this : http://diy-vintage-chic.blogspot.com/2012/05/vintage-wine-crate-coffee-table.html
Janet W. says
08/03/2013 at 5:42 amMy favorite is the DIY Game Table!
http://www.dreamgreendiy.com/2013/06/24/bloggers-hop-game-table-featuring-scotchblue/
Inspire Me Heather says
08/03/2013 at 7:06 amYour drop cloth table runner turned out beautiful, love the stripes!! One of my favorite DIY’s this Summer is my driftwood garland, and I’m taking all Summer long to make it. Thanks for the chance to win the gift certificate!!
Paula V says
08/03/2013 at 8:18 amhttp://www.pbjstories.com/2013/06/dipped-effect-outdoor-bench-and-front.html
Kellie Christensen says
08/03/2013 at 9:18 amhttp://www.allthingsthrifty.com/2010/04/sytycd-week-7-building.html
Wall art!
Daraya says
08/03/2013 at 10:14 amhttp://christineyscrafts.blogspot.com/2012/01/family-birthday-chart.html
Lauren Rochon says
08/03/2013 at 12:26 pmI like the DIY candle in a tea cup
http://pinterest.com/pin/40180621648440558/
I also really like the DIY faux etched glass
http://sandandsisal.com/2013/06/faux-etched-glass.html
Meg says
08/03/2013 at 1:33 pmI like this!!!
Jackee says
08/03/2013 at 3:05 pmThis has been my favorite so far http://beinghappee.blogspot.com/2013/07/spray-painted-wine-bottle.html
Harmony B says
08/03/2013 at 3:48 pmLove this dresser http://pinterest.com/pin/28780885091437425/
Tina M says
08/03/2013 at 6:47 pmhttp://www.thegirlcreative.com/2013/06/11/diy-chalkboard.html#more-2165
Christy says
08/03/2013 at 7:04 pmI like the faux etched glass project, http://sandandsisal.com/2013/06/faux-etched-glass.html
Jill H says
08/03/2013 at 7:17 pmhttp://www.realfarmacy.com/diy-hanging-herb-garden/
An Ran says
08/03/2013 at 8:02 pmI love this DIY pebble bathmat!
http://www.curbly.com/users/lilybee/posts/4838-Pebble-Mat
Thomas Bellamy says
08/03/2013 at 8:22 pmKitchen renovation.
Michelle Castagne says
08/04/2013 at 1:36 amI love this project! http://sandandsisal.com/2013/06/faux-etched-glass.html
Courtnie says
08/04/2013 at 8:16 amhttp://www.wineandglue.com/2013/06/strawberry-nutella-pretzel-bites.html
katie says
08/04/2013 at 9:40 amhttp://www.thenester.com/2013/07/painting-with-chalk-and-a-giveaway.html
Candice says
08/04/2013 at 10:55 amI like this one.
http://sandandsisal.com/2013/06/faux-etched-glass.html
Ashley says
08/04/2013 at 11:24 amhttp://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2013/04/diy-chalkboard-and-key-hooks.html I love any kind of DIY with Chalk paint!
Tabitha Arguelles says
08/04/2013 at 1:10 pmI love this wreath from I heart naptime! I love new wreaths! 🙂 http://www.iheartnaptime.net/summer-wreath/
Carrie H says
08/04/2013 at 1:48 pmI love this idea for the holidays!
Lynda Thomas says
08/04/2013 at 2:07 pmI really like this DIY bird bath idea! 🙂 http://theculinarycougar.wordpress.com/2010/05/30/more-backyard-inspiration/ It looks like a fun, easy project!
Amber Stewart says
08/04/2013 at 2:18 pmLove this tape and these curtains:
http://loveoffamilyandhome.net/2013/07/diy-striped-outdoor-curtains.html
MaryAnn says
08/04/2013 at 2:32 pmhttp://cassandradesign.blogspot.com/search?q=crib+bench
Lindsey says
08/04/2013 at 3:59 pmStarburst Mirror: http://www.bystephanielynn.com/2011/01/starburst-mirror-overload-but-i-couldnt-be-happier.html
Kristin says
08/04/2013 at 5:17 pmI LOVE this: https://livelaughrowe.com/a-thrifted-side-table-makover/
Kari says
08/04/2013 at 5:21 pmI adore this DIY dresser makeover. She bought it off Craigslist and painted it – it looks so great!
http://www.brittanymakes.com/2013/04/09/craigslist-dresser-makeover/
Deborah Mireles says
08/04/2013 at 5:48 pmThese are so cute and easy!
http://tatteredandinked.blogspot.com/2011/08/dont-throw-that-old-stool-out-make-it.html
Stacey B says
08/04/2013 at 5:58 pmThis is my fav DIY http://www.curbly.com/users/diy-maven/posts/15113-rustic-bench-gets-modern-moroccan-inspired-makeover
MARY WOOLLARD says
08/04/2013 at 6:33 pmi have a couple that i really like, one for the living room and one for the bedroom.
http://www.styleathome.com/img/photos/biz/Style%20at%20Home/paint-effects-colourblock.jpg with http://images.search.yahoo.com/images/view;_ylt=A2KJkCF94_5RQjEAkEGJzbkF;_ylu=X3oDMTFzc2VtbWQxBHNlYwNzcgRzbGsDaW1nBG9pZAMxM2I1MWY2ZTcwZDE3YmNhOGZjZjFmYzBlZjhjNDM2MQRncG9zAzg5NA–?back=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.search.yahoo.com%2Fyhs%2Fsearch%3Fp%3Dwall%2Bpainting%2Btechniques%26_adv_prop%3Dimage%26va%3Dwall%2Bpainting%2Btechniques%26fr%3Dyhs-Babylon-002%26hsimp%3Dyhs-002%26hspart%3DBabylon%26tab%3Dorganic%26ri%3D894&w=800&h=1067&imgurl=assets.davinong.com%2Fimages%2Fentry%2F2011%2F11%2F28%2F12775%2Fpaint-stripes-on-walls.JPG&rurl=http%3A%2F%2Fdavinong.com%2Fdesign%2F12775%2Fmural-maker-and-more-painting-stripes-on-walls&size=114.7KB&name=Paint+Stripes+On+Walls%2C+Mural+Maker+And+More%3A+%3Cb%3EPainting+%3C%2Fb%3EStripes+On+…&p=wall+painting+techniques&oid=13b51f6e70d17bca8fcf1fc0ef8c4361&fr2=&fr=yhs-Babylon-002&tt=Paint+Stripes+On+Walls%2C+Mural+Maker+And+More%3A+%3Cb%3EPainting+%3C%2Fb%3EStripes+On+…&b=871&ni=96&no=894&ts=&tab=organic&sigr=12fbtqjsp&sigb=15jj3c108&sigi=12cvhs3ee&.crumb=vXd/gelU8rt&fr=yhs-Babylon-002&hsimp=yhs-002&hspart=Babylon
and teh bedroom with these…http://www.homeizy.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Kids-Bedroom-Paint-Ideas-Girls.jpg and http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-YWcKMYRPhUs/UAc3tVTJrJI/AAAAAAAAD_w/JjZlu1dfoWo/s1600/11+-+Ombre+Wall.jpg
kolpin says
08/04/2013 at 7:54 pmi love this moroccan inspired bench makeover, although i’m not sure I’m artistic enough to do it myself: http://www.curbly.com/users/diy-maven/posts/15113-rustic-bench-gets-modern-moroccan-inspired-makeover
rafflecopter: daniel
laurie says
08/04/2013 at 8:01 pmI love this pitcher painted
https://livelaughrowe.com/stained-glass-candle-holders-a-little-claireificiation/
Carly says
08/04/2013 at 8:42 pmLove this project! It turned out PERFECT!
Carly
http://www.lipglossandcrayons.com
Jennifer @ Town and Country Living says
08/04/2013 at 8:46 pmVery pretty!
Katie Bellamy says
08/04/2013 at 9:30 pmI want to do this!
http://www.pbjstories.com/2013/06/dipped-effect-outdoor-bench-and-front.html
Kassandra @ Coffee and their Kisses says
08/05/2013 at 1:15 amI can’t wait to try this project http://savedbylovecreations.com/2013/07/diy-rustic-hand-painted-signs-from-reclaimed-wood.html
Michelle F says
08/05/2013 at 5:32 amI rent so I’m trying to find some ways of personalizing my apartment that won’t be too expensive and are easy to return to as is.
liz l says
08/05/2013 at 6:11 amhttp://charlesandhudson.com/home-depot-gift-card-giveaway/
Lori Campbell says
08/05/2013 at 7:13 amWhat a great DIY project!
Kristin@CelebratetheGoodness says
08/05/2013 at 8:46 amLoving this that I saw on Pinterest..http://pinterest.com/pin/110408628337708994/
Amy Honious says
08/05/2013 at 10:06 amhttp://pinterest.com/pin/310748443008527964/
thanks for such a great giveaway!
Heather Manu says
08/05/2013 at 11:07 amhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Pallet-Playhouse/step27/The-end/
Jennifer says
08/05/2013 at 4:39 pmWhat a great idea.
allyson becker says
08/05/2013 at 4:49 pmHere is the link. I love this!
http://www.sewcando.com/2013/06/i-can-do-decor-three-dimensional-fruit.html
CharityS says
08/05/2013 at 7:28 pmhttp://www.bhg.com/decorating/paint/projects/refresh-your-space-with-paint/#page=6
Cassie says
08/05/2013 at 9:11 pmhttp://www.homestoriesatoz.com/sponsored-post/how-to-stain-your-fence-flood-one-coat-giveaway.html
I was blown away by the difference in appearance just from staining
Blake Kaplan says
08/05/2013 at 10:58 pmThis is what I want to tackle. http://www.curbly.com/users/capreek/posts/15157-diy-idea-embellished-shower-curtain-makeover
JaneEllen says
08/08/2013 at 2:50 pmGreat tutorial for the table runner. Been wanting to do a grain sack striped runner. Making different style, fabrics, you name it so I’ll have a good assortment to pick from for buyers, there will be buyers won’t there? Sure hope so. Really like the fringing at sides and ends also. What is there about stripes and fringing that makes us like them so much? The natural look? Whatever I love the look. Happy days Kelly