Serrated Leaf Vine Table Runner – Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: Intermediate
Finished Size: Approximately 18–24 cm (7–9 in) wide × desired length
Hook: 3.5–4 mm (E–G)
Yarn: Cotton DK or Worsted in cream, rust, burgundy, mustard, tan, brown, and gold

Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • ch = chain
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • sc = single crochet
  • hdc = half double crochet
  • dc = double crochet
  • tr = treble crochet
  • inc = 2 stitches in one stitch
  • dec = single crochet decrease

Leaf Pattern

Foundation

  1. Ch 14.

Row 1

  • Sc in 2nd ch from hook.
  • Hdc in next 2 sts.
  • Dc in next 4 sts.
  • Tr in next 4 sts.
  • 5 dc in last chain.
  • Continue working on opposite side:
  • Tr in next 4.
  • Dc in next 4.
  • Hdc in next 2.
  • Sc in last.
  • Sl st.

Row 2

  • Ch 1.
  • Sc around.
  • Place (sc, ch 2, sc) at leaf tip.
  • Continue evenly around.
  • Sl st.

Serrated Edge

Work around the leaf:

  • (sc, ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch, sc in next stitch)

Repeat around every edge to create pointed teeth.

At the tip:

  • (sc, ch 4, sl st back, sc)

Repeat on both sides.

Leaf Vein

Join yarn at base.

  • Ch to tip using sl sts.
  • Add diagonal veins:
    • Ch 4–6.
    • Sl st back into center vein.
    • Repeat every 2–3 stitches on alternating sides.

This creates the realistic vein texture.

Vine

Using brown yarn:

  • Ch 180–300 depending on desired length.
  • Every 10–14 chains:
    • Ch 6.
    • Attach a leaf.
  • Continue adding branches:
    • Ch 12–18.
    • Attach another leaf.
  • Make irregular branches to imitate natural vines.

Assembly

  • Crochet 60–80 leaves in assorted autumn colors:
    • Cream
    • Rust
    • Burgundy
    • Chocolate Brown
    • Camel
    • Mustard
    • Golden Ochre

Arrange leaves naturally with alternating directions.

Attach each leaf securely using slip stitches or sewing yarn ends into the vine.

Border (Optional)

Work one round of:

  • Sc evenly around each leaf.
  • Sl st in every stitch for a crisp finish.

Finishing

  • Weave in all ends.
  • Steam block lightly.
  • Shape every leaf tip by hand.
  • Arrange the branches before final blocking for a flowing woodland appearance.

The finished table runner will have a cascading vine design with richly textured serrated leaves, closely resembling the one shown in your image. I can also create a stitch diagram or a printable crochet chart for this pattern.

Skill Level: Intermediate
Finished Size: Approximately 18–24 cm (7–9 in) wide × desired length
Hook: 3.5–4 mm (E–G)
Yarn: Cotton DK or Worsted in cream, rust, burgundy, mustard, tan, brown, and gold

Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • ch = chain
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • sc = single crochet
  • hdc = half double crochet
  • dc = double crochet
  • tr = treble crochet
  • inc = 2 stitches in one stitch
  • dec = single crochet decrease

Leaf Pattern

Foundation

  1. Ch 14.

Row 1

  • Sc in 2nd ch from hook.
  • Hdc in next 2 sts.
  • Dc in next 4 sts.
  • Tr in next 4 sts.
  • 5 dc in last chain.
  • Continue working on opposite side:
  • Tr in next 4.
  • Dc in next 4.
  • Hdc in next 2.
  • Sc in last.
  • Sl st.

Row 2

  • Ch 1.
  • Sc around.
  • Place (sc, ch 2, sc) at leaf tip.
  • Continue evenly around.
  • Sl st.

Serrated Edge

Work around the leaf:

  • (sc, ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch, sc in next stitch)

Repeat around every edge to create pointed teeth.

At the tip:

  • (sc, ch 4, sl st back, sc)

Repeat on both sides.

Leaf Vein

Join yarn at base.

  • Ch to tip using sl sts.
  • Add diagonal veins:
    • Ch 4–6.
    • Sl st back into center vein.
    • Repeat every 2–3 stitches on alternating sides.

This creates the realistic vein texture.

Vine

Using brown yarn:

  • Ch 180–300 depending on desired length.
  • Every 10–14 chains:
    • Ch 6.
    • Attach a leaf.
  • Continue adding branches:
    • Ch 12–18.
    • Attach another leaf.
  • Make irregular branches to imitate natural vines.

Assembly

  • Crochet 60–80 leaves in assorted autumn colors:
    • Cream
    • Rust
    • Burgundy
    • Chocolate Brown
    • Camel
    • Mustard
    • Golden Ochre

Arrange leaves naturally with alternating directions.

Attach each leaf securely using slip stitches or sewing yarn ends into the vine.

Border (Optional)

Work one round of:

  • Sc evenly around each leaf.
  • Sl st in every stitch for a crisp finish.

Finishing

  • Weave in all ends.
  • Steam block lightly.
  • Shape every leaf tip by hand.
  • Arrange the branches before final blocking for a flowing woodland appearance.

The finished table runner will have a cascading vine design with richly textured serrated leaves, closely resembling the one shown in your image. I can also create a stitch diagram or a printable crochet chart for this pattern.

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