10/18/2009
Black Wedding Decoration (DIY) Dandy Damask Runners and Table Squares
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Wedding Decoration
(DIY) Dandy Damask Runners and Table Squares

FINALLY finished my table squares and damask runners! Woop woop!

It wasn't a particularly hard task, I just kept putting it off. I made 12 (24" by 24") squares and 2 (16" by 10') runners. I ordered my Michael Miller "Dandy Damask" fabric from Tara Ryan's Online Store. It's pretty nice fabric, good weight and holds an iron well.

If anyone is interested, I'll probably be selling these after my wedding because really, what am I gonna do with 12 table squares???

The last picture is the inspiration for what our tables will look like. Black linens, damask table square and red rose petals with candles. Can't wait to see my dream come true!!!
lizaan's Blue wedding
 |  Almere, Laghman, Netherlands  |  10/18/2009  | 
Wow! Looks very impressive :)
mandilambert08's Purple wedding
 |  Columbus, OH, USA  |  10/18/2009  | 
Those are very beautiful. I can understand why you were so inspired by the last picture!
sheloves's Green wedding
 |  Winnipeg, MB, Canada  |  10/18/2009  | 
Good job! Can you tell me how much fabric it took you to make the 12 table squares? I want to make my own aswell but not sure how to calculate how much I would need to order.  I will probably need 25 squares 24"X24"..
Was it expensive?
felisha45's Pink wedding
 |  Edmonton, AB, Canada  |  10/18/2009  | 
I sent you a message about these! Good Job!
sweetlatina's Purple wedding
 |  West haven, CT, USA  |  10/18/2009  | 
Looks great! :)
sarahdarling's Black wedding
 |  Toronto, ON, Canada  |  10/18/2009  | 
sheloves: for each 24"X24" square you actually need 25"X25" of fabric because you fold 1/2" on each side, iron it, then sew it down to give it a nice finished edge. the "dandy damask" fabric that i bought comes in 44" width so there isn't enough room to do 2 squares side by side. therefore you'll have to do each square running down the length of the fabric and you'd end up with a long strip 19" wide (which i used to make my runners) leftover.

if you figure that each square is 25"X25" and you need 25 squares then the total length you'll need is 625" (which equals approx 53', which equals approx 18 yards). i rounded up for these calculations because you always want extras. i ordered my fabric from Tara Ryan and she was the cheapest fabric i could find that shipped to Canada. she charges $7.50/yard (USD) and $20 to ship to Canada. So your total would be $155 USD. That's pretty cheap to me considering how much it would cost to buy them off Etsy.

http://stores.tararyans.com/StoreFront.bok

i would email her first to make sure she has the fabric in stock and to confirm how much it would cost to ship to you. Tara was great to deal with, super nice and quick! Let me know if you have any other questions!!!
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rodrhonda4ever
 |  Sacramento, CA, USA  |  10/18/2009  | 
Excellent job SarahDarling!
sheloves's Green wedding
 |  Winnipeg, MB, Canada  |  10/18/2009  | 
Thank-you, Thank-you, Thank-you! You're the best! And yes it is way cheaper!!
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trombonechick
 |  London, ON, Canada  |  10/18/2009  | 
Wow.  This is going to be stunning!!
futuremrswilson's Black wedding
 |  Pineville, LA, USA  |  10/19/2009  | 
great job! I just bought some damask squares from a bride on here!! =] All your stuff is going to look so good when it comes together!!
ajibby's Black wedding
 |  Omaha, NE, USA  |  10/19/2009  | 
I have 60 12x12 napkins made of this exact same fabric that I will be selling after my 11/7 wedding.  Someone could make a nice set out of our stuff!
cherry268's Chocolate wedding
 |  Ponchatoula, LA, USA  |  10/19/2009  | 
You are definately going to have that "Wow" factor at your wedding!  The last picture is absolutely glamerous!  Good luck re-creating your dream!
sheloves's Green wedding
 |  Winnipeg, MB, Canada  |  10/19/2009  | 
Hello Sarahdarling! Just wanted to say that I just finished ordering the fabric I needed from Tara Ryan! "Dandy Damask" I'm pumped now to get started on the project! Thanks for the motivation and help on the matter! XoXo
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 |  Quezon, Kukes, Philippines  |  10/22/2009  | 
Now I know I’m not the only one who has ever loved this print- there are so many ways to incorporate damask into your wedding… starting with the save the dates, and ending with your wedding favors there is ALWAYS room for a little damask!
ashleyz's  wedding
 |  Calgary, AB, Canada  |  10/31/2009  | 
Hello--I happened to come across your page here (because I was searching for damask table squares). They're gorgeous! Not sure if you've already had other offers, but I'd be interested in buying them from you after your wedding. Thanks! -Ashley
kchildress's Black wedding
 |  Norfolk, VA, USA  |  11/04/2009  | 
What do you do with the table squares? I see they are popular on here, but didnt know what everyone was doing with them
classicsandcountry's Black wedding
 |  Alexandria, VA, USA  |  11/10/2009  | 
I just had a my damask wedding....I love every moment of it.....these look great!!!
iferrante's Green wedding
 |  Toronto, ON, Canada  |  11/14/2009  | 
Love your Damask table Runners/Squares.  
I would really be interested in buying them, if you are still interested in selling??  Please let me know how much you selling them for ?  I live in Toronto, so picking them up would not be a problem.  e-mail me @ iferrante@hotmail.com
Thanks
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doreen
 |  Oshawa, ON, Canada  |  04/13/2010  | 
Hi if you are interested in selling the damask items let me know if they are still available doreen  scotcan2@rogers.com
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laraleabrown@gmail.com
 |  USA  |  05/31/2010  | 
I am really interested in purchasing these items after your wedding, please contact me with details.

P.S. They look great!

Thanks,
Laura
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MANDI HARRIS
 |  Chico, CA, USA  |  05/11/2011  | 
I WOULD LOVE TO PURCHASE THESE............. WHEN WOULD THEY BE AVAILABE FOR PURCHASE? PLEASE EMAIL ME AT MANDI.WHARTON@YAHOO.COM.......... THANK YOU FOR HAVING SUCH GREAT TASTE & DIY SKILLS    :-)
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jacklyn
 |  Yuma, AZ, USA  |  01/20/2012  | 
i am interested in your table covers.. plz email me at bechitos4u@hotmail.com or 520-302-0227if u havent sold them
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