Crochet Rectangular Table Runner
Introduction
Looking to add a touch of charm to your dining table? The Crochet Rectangular Table Runner is the perfect accessory to elevate your table decor! Handcrafted with care and attention to detail, this table runner brings a cozy and inviting feel to any mealtime. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a meal with your loved ones, this beautiful piece will surely be a conversation starter.
Made with soft yarn and intricate stitches, the Crochet Rectangular Table Runner is not only a practical addition but also a lovely decorative accent that will brighten up your space. So, why not treat yourself and your table to this delightful handmade treasure?Written Pattern
Size
The table runner measures approx. 33 cm x 85 cm (13'' x 33.5'').
Skill Level
Easy - advanced beginner
Gauge
9 stitches x 4 rows = 5 cm x 5 cm (2'' x 2'') in double crochet.
Materials Used
- DK weight - size 3 yarn. I used Drops Cotton Light (50% cotton, 50% polyester) yarn in color 08.
- 4 skeins - 193 grams; 405 meters approx. of yarn needed for this pattern.
- 3.5mm (US size E4) crochet hook.
- Scissors.
- Yarn needle or Latch hook for weaving in the ends. Or, you can use a crochet hook.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- st./sts - stitch / stitches
- sl st. - slip stitch
- ch - chain
- sc - single crochet
- dc - double crochet
- dc2tog - 2 double crochet closed together
- RS - right side
- WS - wrong side
- ( )* - repeat instructions between the brackets as directed.
Pattern Notes
Beginning (turning) ch2 doesn't count as a stitch.
You can adjust the length of the table runner by adding or subtracting pattern repeats (Row 3 - 4).
Instructions
Foundation Chain
ch65
(2 x 10 = 20 ch sts for side (lacy) part; 23 ch sts (an odd number) for the middle (flat) part; 2 x 10 = 20 ch sts. for side (lacy) part; plus 2 ch sts)
20 + 23 + 20 + 2 = 65
Row Instructions
Row 1 (RS): 1dc in 3rd ch st. from hook, 1dc in each ch st. across until last ch st. left. dc2tog in last ch st.
(63 sts)
Row 2 (WS): ch2, turn, 1dc in each of next 3 sts, ch2, skip 3 sts, (1dc, ch2, 1dc) in next st., ch2, skip 3 sts, 1dc in each of next 3 sts, ch2, skip 3 sts, (1dc, ch2, 1dc) in next st., ch2, skip 3 sts, 1dc in each of next 23 sts, ch2, skip 3 sts, (1dc, ch2, 1dc) in next st., ch2, skip 3 sts, 1dc in each of next 3 sts, ch2, skip 3 sts, (1dc, ch2, 1dc) in next st., ch2, skip 3 sts, 1dc in each of next 2 sts, dc2tog in last st.
Row 3 (RS): ch2, turn, 1dc in each of next 3 sts, skip next ch2, skip next st., 7dc in next ch2 space, skip next st., skip next ch2, 1dc in each of next 3 sts, skip next ch2, skip next st., 7dc in next ch2 space, skip next st., skip next ch2, 1dc in each of next 23 sts, skip next ch2, skip next st., 7dc in next ch2 space, skip next st., skip next ch2, 1dc in each of next 3 sts, skip next ch2, skip next st., 7dc in next ch2 space, skip next st., skip next ch2, 1dc in each of next 2 sts, dc2tog in last st.
Row 4 (WS): ch2, turn, 1dc in next 3 sts, ch2, skip 3 sts, (1dc, ch2, 1dc) in next st., ch2, skip 3 sts, 1dc in each of next 3 sts, ch2, skip 3 sts, (1dc, ch2, 1dc) in next st., ch2, skip 3 sts, 1dc in each of next 23 sts, ch2, skip 3 sts, (1dc, ch2, 1dc) in next st., ch2, skip 3 sts, 1dc in each of next 3 sts, ch2, skip 3 sts, (1dc, ch2, 1dc) in next st., ch2, skip 3 sts, 1dc in each of next 2 sts, dc2tog in last st.
Row 5 - 56: repeat Row 3 - 4.
Row 57 (RS): ch2, turn, 1dc in each of next 3 sts, 2dc in next ch2 space, 1dc in next st., 1dc in next ch2 space, 1dc in next st., 2dc in next ch2 space, 1dc in each of next 3 sts, 2dc in next ch2 space, 1dc in next st., 1dc in next ch2 space, 1dc in next st., 2dc in next ch2 space, 1dc in each of next 23 sts, 2dc in next ch2 space, 1dc in next st., 1dc in next ch2 space, 1dc in next st., 2dc in next ch2 space, 1dc in each of next 3 sts, 2dc in next ch2 space, 1dc in next st., 1dc in next ch2 space, 1dc in next st., 2dc in next ch2 space, 1dc in each of next 2 sts, dc2tog in last st.
(63 sts)
Border Row
Border row (WS): ch3, turn, skip 2 sts, sl st. in next st.
(ch3, skip next st., sl st. in next st.)* repeat until the end of the row.
(31 ch3 spaces)
Fringe
Fringe (RS): turn, (1sc, ch30, 1sc) in each ch3 space until the end of the row.
Fasten off, weave in the ends.
Final Touches
With the wrong side facing, join the yarn to first st. of the opposite end of your table runner.
Border row (WS): (ch3, skip next st., sl st. in next st.)* repeat until the end of the row.
(31 ch3 spaces)
Fringe (RS): turn, (1sc, ch30, 1sc) in each ch3 space until the end of the row.
Fasten off, weave in the ends.
