Crochet Open Shells Table Runner

The Crochet Open Shells Table Runner is a delightful and versatile addition to any dining table or home decor. Its intricate design of open shells creates a charming and elegant look that is sure to impress guests and elevate the overall ambiance of your space. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply want to add a touch of handmade beauty to your surroundings, this table runner is the perfect choice.

Materials Needed

• 12oz Size 10 Aunt Lydia's Classic Crochet Thread in white.
• Size 8 Steel crochet hook
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Yarn Specifications

Yarn Thickness: 10 thread

Gauge: 4 rows = 1" 10 dc = 1"

Finished Size: 10" w x 72" long

Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Special Stitch

Open Shell: Dc, ch1, dc, ch1, dc, ch1, dc.

Instructions

Row Instructions

Row 1: Ch 106. Dc in 4th ch from hook and in each of the next 3 chs. *Sk 2 chs. Open Shell in next ch. Sk 2 chs. Dc in each of the next 4 chs. Rep from * across. You should end with a dc in each of the last 4 chs. Ch 3, turn.

Row 2-159 or until it is half as long as you want it to be: Sk very first dc. Dc in each of the next 3 dc. *Open shell in the center ch1 sp of the next open shell. Sk next ch1 sp, and the next dc. Dc in each of the next 4 dc. Rep from * across. Ch 3, turn.

Row 160 or last one: Sk very first dc. Sc in each of the next 3 dc. *Work 9 dc in center ch 1 sp of next open shell. Sk next ch1 sp and next dc. Sc in each of the next 4 dc. Rep from * across. Fasten off, weave ends into back side of work. Turn work around so the bottom is up and the right side is facing you.

Row 1: Join thread to first ch of Row 1. Ch 3. Dc in each of the next 3 sts. *Open Shell in next base ch of next open shell of row 1. Sk 2 chs. Dc in each of the next 4 ch bases of next 4 dc. Rep from * across. Ch 3, turn.

Row 2-160: Repeat as for the first side.

Note: Remember, you will need to dc in top of ch 3 on every other row before turning to make sure you have 4 dc at each end.