Create a beautiful table runner or tablecloth for the season using found leaves of different shapes and sizes.
What You'll Need:
Fabric paint in your chosen colors
White tablecloth or strip of linen
Leaves (select a nice variety from your yard or neighborhood)
Foam brush or small paint roller
Paper towels
Paper bag, newspaper, or another covering to protect your work surface
Pick fabric paints in fall colors, such as brown, dark green, and deep red, or gold. To begin, measure and cut a length of linen to the size of your table; fray the fabric edges by pulling out individual threads, lengthwise. If you’re making a whole table covering, then choose a finished white or light neutral colored cloth, sized to fit your table. Using a paint roller or foam brush, gently coat the vein side of a fallen leaf in fabric paint and place it, paint-side down, onto the cloth. Then place a piece of paper towel on top and gently press to capture all of the little details. Carefully lift the paper towel and the leaf to reveal your colorful print. Continue this process with the various leaves until you are happy with your design. Allow the fabric paint to dry for at least 20 minutes, and then set your print by gently pressing with a warm iron.
