A bright blue lace table runner brings instant life to a wooden dining table. This design combines filet mesh diamonds with round wheel motifs and a scalloped lace edge. The single strong color keeps the look fresh and modern, while the lace details give it a timeless charm.
Materials
Size 10 cotton thread in royal blue, about 600 meters
Crochet hook 1.75 mm
Tapestry needle, scissors, rustproof pins, and blocking mats
Finished Size
About 35 by 100 cm (14 by 40 inches)
Stitches Used (US Terms)
ch chain, sl st slip stitch, sc single crochet, dc double crochet, sp space
Center Panel
Chain 99.
Row 1: Double crochet in the 4th chain from the hook and in each chain across. Turn.
Row 2 and onward: Chain 3 to turn. Work filled squares as 3 double crochet and open squares as chain 2, skip 2, double crochet in the next stitch.
Draw a diamond and cross design on graph paper and follow it row by row. Repeat the diamond section 4 times along the length.
Wheel Motifs (make 16)
Chain 8 and join to form a ring.
Round 1: Chain 3, work 23 double crochet in the ring. Join. You now have 24 stitches.
Round 2: Chain 5, then work one double crochet in the next stitch followed by chain 2. Repeat this all the way around and join.
Round 3: Work 3 single crochet in each chain 2 space around. Join and fasten off.
Finishing
Sew the wheels along both sides of the center panel. Work a round of loops around the whole piece by making chain 5 and one single crochet in the next space, repeating all the way around. In each loop, work 3 double crochet, a picot, and 3 more double crochet to create scallops. Block flat with pins so every loop opens neatly.
Care
Hand wash in cool water with mild soap, press out the water gently, and dry flat.
Final Thoughts
This royal blue runner looks stunning with white flowers and warm wood. Try it in white, cream, or soft gray for a classic heirloom look.