Deep Red Lace Diamond Crochet Table Runner Pattern

This rich red runner is made of lace diamonds with fan clusters and round openings, joined in a long pointed line. It brings drama and elegance to holiday dinners, anniversaries, and formal occasions.

Materials
Worsted weight cotton yarn in deep red, about 400 g
Crochet hook 4.0 mm

Finished Size
About 50 by 160 cm (20 by 63 inches)

Stitches Used (US Terms)
ch chain, sl st slip stitch, sc single crochet, dc double crochet, tr treble crochet, puff pull up 3 loops in one stitch and close together

Lace Square (make 6, graduating in size)
Chain 8 and join.
Round 1: Chain 3 and work 23 double crochet.
Round 2: Chain 5 loops, skipping 1 stitch, for 12 loops.
Round 3: In each loop, work puff, chain 2, and puff.
Round 4: Chain 6 loops between puff pairs, adding corners.
Round 5: In each corner, work 3 treble crochet, chain 3, and 3 treble crochet. On the sides, work fans of 7 double crochet.
Round 6: Chain 5 loops around.
Round 7: Fans of 9 treble crochet in every other loop.
Work extra rounds 6 and 7 for larger squares.

Assembly
Turn the squares on point. Place the smallest squares at the ends and largest in the center. Join them with chain 5 loops where the edges meet.

Final Thoughts
This red lace runner shines under candlelight. Try it in gold or emerald for a festive twist.