Some designs stitch themselves straight out of memory, and this one feels like that. Part of my Hard Candy Christmas Pattern Collection, Ribbon Candy is my love letter to those vintage holiday moments: the red-and-white candies in glass bowls, the crackle of VHS tapes playing in the background, and that sweet mix of nostalgia and comfort we all reach for this time of year. I wanted a table runner that carried that same feeling—simple, festive, and a little sentimental.
This runner is bold and classic, made entirely from tidy half-square triangles that twist and turn like the striped candies we grew up sneaking from Grandma’s dish. Clean, modern lines meet vintage holiday charm, making this piece beautiful for everyday December decorating or a handmade heirloom gift.
Skill Level
Confident Beginner
What’s Included (and why you’ll love it)
• Step-by-step instructions for making a finished 14″ × 44″ table runner
• Clear cutting charts and 8-at-a-time HST instructions
• Block layout guidance for the ribbon-twist motif
• Quilting and finishing instructions for tidy, polished results
• Binding instructions for a clean professional edge
• Printer-friendly PDF with a clean, minimal layout
• 100% original pattern
• Downloadable PDF (yours to keep forever)
Design Features
• A striking ribbon-twist motif
• Clean border framing for a crisp, candy-stripe look
• Works beautifully in solids, hand-dyed fabrics, or scrappy red-and-white pulls
• Simple construction that yields a stunning holiday statement piece
Construction & Techniques
• ¼″ seam allowance throughout
• 8-at-a-time HST method for fast, accurate block building
• Straightforward block assembly with trimming notes for perfect points
• Classic quilt construction: piecing, pressing, adding borders, quilting, and binding
• Designed for a flat, polished finish even for newer quilters
Materials & Specs
Finished Size: 14″ × 44″
All Exshaw Quilts patterns assume 42″ usable WOF and ¼″ seam allowance
Fabric Requirements:
• Red (main color): ⅚ yard
• White/Background: ½ yard
• Binding: ⅓ yard
• Backing: 1½ yards
• Batting: 1⅓ yards
This little runner stitches up with such a comforting rhythm—chain-piecing HSTs, pressing warm seams, watching the candy-twist pattern appear row by row. It’s the kind of make that invites a cozy movie, twinkle lights, and a mug of something warm. I hope it brings the same easy joy to your holiday season.
All sales are final. If you have questions before purchasing, please reach out—I want you to feel confident in your purchase.
Thank you so much for supporting my work. It means the world to me that something I designed might find its way into your home during the holidays.
With warmth,
Kim
Tag your finish with #EXSHAWQUILTS and @exshaw so I can cheer you on.
This pattern is intended for personal use only.
Some designs stitch themselves straight out of memory, and this one feels like that. Part of my Hard Candy Christmas Pattern Collection, Ribbon Candy is my love letter to those vintage holiday moments: the red-and-white candies in glass bowls, the crackle of VHS tapes playing in the background, and that sweet mix of nostalgia and comfort we all reach for this time of year. I wanted a table runner that carried that same feeling—simple, festive, and a little sentimental.
This runner is bold and classic, made entirely from tidy half-square triangles that twist and turn like the striped candies we grew up sneaking from Grandma’s dish. Clean, modern lines meet vintage holiday charm, making this piece beautiful for everyday December decorating or a handmade heirloom gift.
Skill Level
Confident Beginner
What’s Included (and why you’ll love it)
• Step-by-step instructions for making a finished 14″ × 44″ table runner
• Clear cutting charts and 8-at-a-time HST instructions
• Block layout guidance for the ribbon-twist motif
• Quilting and finishing instructions for tidy, polished results
• Binding instructions for a clean professional edge
• Printer-friendly PDF with a clean, minimal layout
• 100% original pattern
• Downloadable PDF (yours to keep forever)
Design Features
• A striking ribbon-twist motif
• Clean border framing for a crisp, candy-stripe look
• Works beautifully in solids, hand-dyed fabrics, or scrappy red-and-white pulls
• Simple construction that yields a stunning holiday statement piece
Construction & Techniques
• ¼″ seam allowance throughout
• 8-at-a-time HST method for fast, accurate block building
• Straightforward block assembly with trimming notes for perfect points
• Classic quilt construction: piecing, pressing, adding borders, quilting, and binding
• Designed for a flat, polished finish even for newer quilters
Materials & Specs
Finished Size: 14″ × 44″
All Exshaw Quilts patterns assume 42″ usable WOF and ¼″ seam allowance
Fabric Requirements:
• Red (main color): ⅚ yard
• White/Background: ½ yard
• Binding: ⅓ yard
• Backing: 1½ yards
• Batting: 1⅓ yards
This little runner stitches up with such a comforting rhythm—chain-piecing HSTs, pressing warm seams, watching the candy-twist pattern appear row by row. It’s the kind of make that invites a cozy movie, twinkle lights, and a mug of something warm. I hope it brings the same easy joy to your holiday season.
All sales are final. If you have questions before purchasing, please reach out—I want you to feel confident in your purchase.
Thank you so much for supporting my work. It means the world to me that something I designed might find its way into your home during the holidays.
With warmth,
Kim
Tag your finish with #EXSHAWQUILTS and @exshaw so I can cheer you on.
This pattern is intended for personal use only.
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