This modern runner uses red, cream, and green blocks in a stepped zigzag shape, with a thin red outline and a chunky three color tassel at each end. It looks bold and festive, and the simple stitch is easy for beginners.
Materials
Worsted weight yarn in red, about 200 g
Worsted weight yarn in green, about 150 g
Worsted weight yarn in cream, about 100 g
Crochet hook 4.0 mm
Tapestry needle and cardboard
Finished Size
About 35 by 130 cm (14 by 51 inches), plus tassels
Stitches Used (US Terms)
ch chain, sl st slip stitch, sc single crochet, dc double crochet
Corner to Corner Granny Stitch
This runner is worked diagonally from one corner, using groups of 3 double crochet.
Row 1: Chain 4, work 2 double crochet in the 4th chain from the hook. Turn.
Row 2: Chain 3, work 2 double crochet in the first space, chain 1, and 3 double crochet in the end space. Turn.
Keep adding 1 cluster each row until the diagonal edge is about 35 cm long.
Stepped Shape
Now increase on one side and decrease on the other in each row. This keeps the width the same and moves the piece forward diagonally, making the stepped edges.
Change colors every 12 rows in this order: red, green, cream, red, green, cream, red.
When the runner is long enough, decrease on both sides until 1 cluster remains.
Border
With red, work single crochet all around, with 3 single crochet at each outer corner and single crochet 2 together at each inner corner.
Tassels (make 2)
Wrap red, green, and cream yarn together 40 times around a 15 cm card. Tie, cut, and wrap the neck. Sew one to each pointed end.
Final Thoughts
This runner is a fun way to use leftover holiday yarn. Swap in blue and white for a winter version.