This warm terracotta runner features flower medallions set inside diamond frames, surrounded by filet mesh and a scalloped lace edge. Tassels finish both ends. It is a stylish choice for boho and farmhouse dining rooms.
Materials
Sport weight cotton yarn in terracotta, 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
Flower Motif (make 3)
Chain 6 and join.
Round 1: Chain 1 and work 12 single crochet in the ring.
Round 2: Chain 6, skip 1 stitch, and single crochet in the next. Repeat for 6 loops.
Round 3: In each loop, work single crochet, half double crochet, 2 double crochet, 3 treble crochet, 2 double crochet, half double crochet, and single crochet.
Round 4: Behind the petals, work chain 8 loops, then fill each loop with the same petal stitches plus 2 extra treble crochet.
Round 5: Add small leaf shapes between the outer petals with chain 6, then single crochet, half double crochet, 2 double crochet, and half double crochet along the chain.
Filet Background
Work a filet mesh panel of double crochet and chain 1 around the flowers. Frame each flower with diagonal bars of filled squares so they sit inside diamonds, and add small cluster flowers in the side triangles.
Scalloped Edge
Round 1: Work single crochet around the panel.
Round 2: Work chain 7 loops around.
Round 3: In each loop, work 9 double crochet.
Round 4: Add a small puff flower between every 2 scallops.
Tassels
Make 7 tassels for each end and attach them to the points.
Final Thoughts
The earthy terracotta color makes this lace runner feel warm and modern. Try it on a light wood table with dried pampas grass for a boho look.