A rich autumn-inspired crochet table runner made from stacked flower-shaped medallions in mustard gold, deep plum and warm cream, finished with a tassel at the end.
The repeating floral motifs create a bold vertical design while the dark plum circles add contrast between the golden flowers. Because every piece is worked separately, the runner is easy to lengthen, shorten or recolour.
This style is especially effective for autumn tables, rustic interiors, Thanksgiving decor or warm bohemian spaces.
Finished size is approximately 25 to 30 cm wide and 95 to 115 cm long, excluding the tassel, depending on yarn and hook size.
What you’ll need
DK cotton or light worsted yarn in mustard gold, deep plum or burgundy, and cream or warm ivory.
A 3.5 mm to 4 mm crochet hook.
Tapestry needle, scissors, stitch markers and blocking pins.
For the tassel: extra mustard yarn and a small piece of cardboard or tassel maker.
US terms are used: ch = chain, sl st = slip stitch, sc = single crochet, hdc = half double crochet, dc = double crochet, tr = treble crochet, MR = magic ring.
Construction overview
The runner is made from flower-shaped medallions joined in a vertical chain.
The reference uses two cream medallions, several mustard medallions and three dark plum medallions arranged in an alternating rhythm.
The larger golden and cream flowers have pronounced scalloped petals, while the plum motifs are slightly simpler and denser.
A hanging loop or short decorative connector is added at the top and a mustard tassel at the bottom.
Large scalloped flower medallion
Make approximately six in mustard and two in cream, adjusting the count to the desired length.
Round 1. Work 12 dc into MR and join.
Round 2. Work 2 dc in each stitch around. (24)
Round 3. *Dc in next stitch, 2 dc in next stitch.* Repeat around. (36)
Round 4. *Ch 3, skip 1 stitch, sc in next stitch.* Repeat around to form arches.
Round 5. Into each arch work sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc.
This creates rounded scalloped petals around the outer edge.
For a more open lace appearance, replace the centre dc rounds with groups of dc separated by ch-1 spaces.
Deep plum medallion
Make three or four.
Round 1. Work 10 or 12 dc into MR.
Round 2. Work 2 dc into each stitch around.
Round 3. Work evenly around with dc, adding increases only as needed to keep the circle flat.
Round 4. *Sc, ch 3, skip 1 stitch.* Repeat around.
Round 5. Work 5 dc into each ch-3 arch to create a soft flower edge.
Keep this motif slightly smaller than the mustard flowers so the alternating pattern remains visually clear.
Decorative centre option
For stronger definition, work the first round in a contrasting colour and change yarn after the centre.
A cream centre inside a mustard flower creates a daisy effect, while a mustard centre inside a plum flower gives a warmer autumn contrast.
Fasten off colour changes carefully on the wrong side so the front remains neat.
Joining layout
Arrange the medallions in a vertical line before sewing.
A balanced sequence is: cream, two mustard, plum, two mustard, plum, two mustard, plum, two mustard, cream.
The motifs should touch or overlap very slightly at their outer petals.
Pin the full arrangement on a flat surface before joining so the centre line remains straight.
Sewing the medallions together
Use matching yarn and sew through the back loops of two or three neighbouring petal tips.
Do not sew long sections of the motifs together; a few secure anchor points are enough.
Check after every join that the runner still lies flat and that the flowers have not twisted.
Top hanging loop
At the top cream medallion, attach mustard yarn to the outer edge.
Ch 18 to 24, then sl st back into the same point to form a loop.
For a decorative knot effect, wrap the base of the loop several times with yarn before fastening off.
Bottom tassel
Cut 20 to 30 strands of mustard yarn, each about 18 to 22 cm long.
Fold them in half and tie firmly at the top.
Wrap another strand several times around the tassel about 1.5 cm below the fold, then knot securely.
Trim the lower edge evenly and attach the tassel to the bottom cream medallion with a short crocheted loop.
Blocking
Block every medallion individually before assembly for the cleanest result.
Pin each petal into shape and allow the motifs to dry completely.
After joining, give the whole runner a light final block so all motifs align evenly.
Colour variations
Autumn: mustard, rust, aubergine and cream.
Bohemian: terracotta, ochre, teal and ivory.
Christmas: red, forest green and cream.
Soft neutral: camel, oatmeal and warm white.
Spring: sage, dusty rose, pale yellow and cream.
Questions I get asked
Can all the flowers be the same colour? Yes. A single-colour version looks elegant and emphasizes the texture.
Can I make the runner wider? Use a second row of smaller medallions along each side or crochet larger flower motifs.
How do I stop the motifs from cupping? Add increases more evenly in the centre rounds and block each motif before joining.
Is the tassel necessary? No. You can finish with a plain loop, pom-pom or another flower motif.
Can I use thicker yarn? Yes. The runner will become larger and more sculptural, so use a correspondingly larger hook.
Note
| This pattern is recreated from the visible design in the reference image rather than copied from an original written pattern. Exact stitch counts may need small adjustments depending on yarn, tension and the finished size you want. |