A table runner can be used for both formal and informal settings, adding color, texture, and contrast to add interest to your table. The standard dining fixture had been around since the 1600s, and while it may not maintain its original purpose of catching spills and drips, it still adds a nice look to the kitchen.

It can be used for special occasions or to simply give life to a rather bland-looking room.

Here are five Latin American table runners that will not only be practical for every meal, but a great addition to your dining table for any occasion:

Minilife Mexican Serape Table Runner

The handwoven Mexican table runner is 14 x 84 inches. It is made of cotton, so it can be easily cared for and washable.

Your guests will love the fun table decoration, making any special moment from a Mexican themed party, birthday, holiday, baby shower or anything in between special and bring you a wonderful and memorable experience.

Minilife offers a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee for the product.

Del Mex Traditional Falsa Mexican Blanket Table Runner

The traditional falsa table runner is an acrylic blend woven material that is sown on both ends so it doesn't unravel. It is a 100 percent authentic hand made material from Mexico.

Since the material doesn't unravel, the table runner is also machine wash safe. It has fringe on both ends and measures 13 x 70 inches but you can layer multiple runners if you have a longer table.

As the material is sown, there may be slight variation in color, so you can have a unique pattern for your table runner for each one you buy. The Del Mex brand is sold exclusively by CMFA on Amazon.

OurWarm Mexican Serape Table Runner with 3D Pom Pom Trims

Adorned with the classic Mexican falsa blankets stripe pattern, this table runner can also bring any occasion a nice and festive feel. It measures 14 x 84 inches, making it the perfect table decoration for dining sets that accommodate four to six people.

It is also handwoven, filled with bright colors. It also has tassels and 3D pom-pom trims sewn on the two sides. Its thread doesn't easily loosen because it uses 100 percent natural premium durable cotton, making it softer than any other fabric and easier to clean. It can be used year after year.

It is friendly to soft skin and is lightweight so you're free to use it as a shawl or a scarf. The OurWarm Mexican Serape Table Runner is available in yellow, purple, and red.

Lunarable Tribal Table Runner in Peruvian Folkloric Design

Lunarable's 16 x 90 inch table runner is easy to clean and durable enough to last indoor and outdoor activities.

It is made from high quality 100% Polyester Turkish Made Dock Fabric and has hand-sewn edges.The durable material makes it machine washable and dryer safe.

A wonderful time with family and friends might come out of celebrations with this set on the table.

Xplanet Mexican Table Runner

Xplanet offers this cotton serape Mexican table runner that is the perfect gift for anyone in love with southwestern deco. It runs 14 x 84 inches and is handwoven cotton with tassels to make it unique.

It's the most suitable decoration for special moments such as fiestas, Mexican themed parties, and others. Whatever the occasion may be, it will surely bring a festive feel to your dining area.

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