Give your holiday decor a sweet twist with this pastel pink runner. Three filet crochet trees with stars run down the center, and beaded tassels finish both ends. It is perfect for a whimsical, soft, or vintage style Christmas.
Materials
Sport weight cotton yarn in pastel pink, about 400 g
Crochet hook 2.5 mm
Wooden beads, 13
Tapestry needle, cardboard, and graph paper
Finished Size
About 35 by 120 cm (14 by 47 inches), plus tassels
Stitches Used (US Terms)
ch chain
sl st slip stitch
sc single crochet
dc double crochet
Design Chart
Mark out a grid 27 squares across and 110 squares down. Draw three stacked trees in growing sizes, each with a trunk, branches that widen in steps, open squares between branch rows, and a star at the top.
Crocheting the Body
Chain 84.
Row 1: Double crochet in the 4th chain from the hook and in every chain. Turn.
Remaining rows: Chain 3 to turn and follow the chart, making filled and open squares.
Edging
Add 3 rows of single crochet to each long side.
On the short ends, crochet points using chain 5 loops and double crochet V stitches.
Tassels
Wrap pink yarn 30 times around a 10 cm card. Add a wooden bead on the top tie, cut the loops, and wrap the neck. Make 13 and sew them to the points.
Decorating Ideas
Style this runner with white candles, silver ornaments, and pink ribbons for a dreamy pastel Christmas. It also works for a baby’s first Christmas party.
Final Thoughts
This pink tree runner proves that holiday decor can be soft and playful. Make one for yourself or as a charming gift.