This table runner is made by joining large floral granny-style motifs into a long rectangular panel. The flowers are worked from the center outward, followed by leafy accents, decorative stripes, and a scalloped border. The finished piece is blocked to create crisp edges and an even shape.
Materials
Medium weight cotton yarn (4 colors)
Color A – Cream
Color B – Burgundy
Color C – Olive Green
3.5 mm or 4.0 mm crochet hook
Yarn needle
Scissors
Measuring tape
Abbreviations
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
tr – treble crochet
inc – increase
rep – repeat
st – stitch
Pattern
Center Flower
Round 1: With burgundy, make a magic ring. Ch 3, work 15 dc into the ring. Join with a sl st. (16 dc)
Round 2: Ch 2, work 2 dc in each stitch around. Join. (32 dc)
Round 3: Change to cream. (Sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc) in the next stitch, sl st in the following stitch. Repeat around to create rounded petals.
Leaves
Join olive green yarn behind each flower.
Work ch 8, sc in second chain from hook, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st to flower.
Repeat to create four leaves around each floral block.
Square Frame
Using cream yarn, work granny-style rounds around each flower.
Round 1: Ch 3, dc in each stitch with (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in every corner.
Round 2: Continue increasing evenly while maintaining square corners.
Decorative Bands
Join burgundy yarn.
Work alternating rows of dc and sc.
Add small cream flower accents between the burgundy stripes.
Separate each stripe with one olive green row.
Assembly
Create three large floral panels.
Join the motifs using slip stitch or the mattress stitch.
Ensure all motifs are aligned before joining.
Border
Round 1: Sc evenly around the entire runner.
Round 2: Work (5 dc in one stitch, skip 2 stitches, sc in next stitch, skip 2 stitches) around to form a scalloped edging.
Finish off and weave in all loose ends.
Block the runner to the desired dimensions.
Approximate Size
16 inches × 48 inches (40 × 122 cm)
Skill Level
Intermediate
Estimated Time
12–18 hours
Recommended Yarn
100% cotton yarn for durability and stitch definition.
Recommended Hook
3.5 mm–4.0 mm
Color Palette
Cream
Burgundy
Olive Green
Yardage
Cream: 450–500 yards
Burgundy: 220–250 yards
Olive Green: 150–180 yards
Gauge
18 dc × 9 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)
Care Instructions
Hand wash in cool water.
Lay flat to dry.
Light steam blocking if necessary.
This Elegant Floral Crochet Table Runner combines classic granny-style floral motifs with textured leaves, decorative stripes, and a graceful scalloped border. The rich burgundy flowers, soft cream background, and olive green accents create a timeless design suitable for everyday dining or special occasions. Once blocked, the runner lies flat with beautifully defined stitches, making it an eye-catching handmade centerpiece for any table.
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