For those new to crochet, table runners are perfect projects. They require no shaping, so increasing and decreasing stitches are not necessary, and gauge is not an issue. The biggest benefit of crocheting table runners is that they can be completed in relatively little time and can add a homemade touch to any home's decor. To achieve a classic Christmas look for this project, use Sugar 'N Cream yarn in Mistletoe for the main color, Red for contrast color A, and White for contrast color B.
To execute this table runner, the following crochet techniques are necessary: making a foundation chain, single crocheting, slip stitching, attaching a new skein of yarn, fastening off, and weaving in loose ends. For help with any of these skills, visit the tutorial at the Lion Brand Website for detailed instructions.
Crochet Materials Needed
- 5 Skeins Cotton Yarn in Main Color
- 1 Skein Cotton Yarn in Contrast Color A
- 1 Skein Cotton Yarn in Contrast Color B
- Size H-8 Crochet Hook
- Scissors
- Yarn Needle
Abbreviations Used in This Pattern
- MC - main color
- sc - single crochet
- ch - chain
- A - Contrast Color A
- B - Contrast Color B
- ss - slip stitch
Crochet Instructions for Table Runner
- With the MC, chain 49.
- Make one single crochet stitch in the second chain from the hook and in each ch across.
- Ch 1. Turn the work so that the last stitch worked is now facing as the first stitch to work. (Skip 1 sc, make 2 sc in the next sc) across the row.
- Repeat the last step until the piece measures 40 inches from the beginning. This will require all of the skeins of the MC, so new skeins must be added as other run out. Try to attach all new skeins at the edges of the work.
- Fasten off.
- With A, make one single crochet in a stitch along the bottom corner. Make two more stitches in the same space.
- Make one single crochet in each single crochet stitch across the bottom edge.
- Make three sc stitches in the corner of the table runner.
- Evenly space single crochet stitches along the entire length of the table runner's side.
- Make three sc stitches in the next corner.
- Make one sc stitch in each stitch along the top edge.
- Make three sc stitches in the next corner.
- Evenly space single crochet stitches along the last side of the table runner.
- Join the perimeter stitching with a ss, connecting the first stitch made to the last stitch made.
- Fasten off.
- With B, make single crochet stitches all along the table runner's perimeter once more, just as done with A.
- Fasten off.
- Weave in all loose ends using the yarn needle.
Caring for Your Crocheted Item
Follow all care instructions from the yarn labels carefully. Cotton is machine-washable, but it is advisable to allow the item to lay flat to dry. Placing this item in the dryer could cause shrinking and distortion. If you prefer, hand wash the item to avoid too much wear and tear to the table runner.
This table runner pattern can be adapted into another style using different crochet stitches or colors of yarn. Following the basic instructions for the original foundation chain will provide a guideline for the table runner's size; feel free to get creative with the stitch pattern and edging of the project.
Jeris Swanhorst - After earning a Bachelor's degree in English, Literature from Minnesota State University, Mankato in 2005, Jeris Swanhorst went on to earn ...
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