This sunny mustard runner is filled with lacy flower medallions, a filet mesh background, and a rich scalloped border. Tassels at both ends add movement and charm. It is a great way to bring warmth and color to your table in any season.
Materials
Sport weight cotton yarn in mustard yellow, about 350 g
Crochet hook 2.5 mm
Tapestry needle, pins, and blocking mats
Finished Size
About 40 by 120 cm (16 by 47 inches), plus tassels
Stitches Used (US Terms)
ch chain
sl st slip stitch
sc single crochet
hdc half double crochet
dc double crochet
tr treble crochet
puff pull up 3 loops in the same stitch and close together
Large Flower Medallion (make 2)
Chain 8 and join.
Round 1: Chain 3 and work 23 double crochet in the ring.
Round 2: Work a puff stitch in each stitch with chain 1 between.
Round 3: Chain 6 loops around, skipping 1 puff each time. You have 12 loops.
Round 4: In each loop, work single crochet, half double crochet, 5 double crochet, half double crochet, and single crochet.
Round 5: Chain 9 behind every other petal and fill each loop with 13 treble crochet to make large outer petals.
Fan Motif (make 2, for the ends)
Chain 5 and join. Work rows of chain 5 loops that grow outward in a fan shape, finishing with a row of 7 double crochet in each loop.
Filet Background
Place the fans at the ends and the medallions in the center. Fill the space around them with filet mesh of double crochet and chain 1 until you have a rectangle.
Border
Work single crochet around, then chain 7 loops. In each loop, work 9 double crochet. Add small puff flowers between the scallops.
Tassels
Make 7 tassels for each end and attach them.
Final Thoughts
This golden lace runner brightens up any room. It looks especially lovely with sunflowers or white daisies in the center.