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April 26th, 2021

Crochet Checkered Table Runner Pattern

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Crochet Checkered Table Runner Pattern

Looking for a beautiful crochet table runner pattern to refresh your home for spring? This checkered crochet table runner is the perfect handmade project to add charm and texture to your dining table. This pattern creates a simple but striking checkered design that works beautifully with farmhouse, cottage, and modern home decor styles.

Whether you’re decorating your dining table for everyday meals or creating a handmade centerpiece for gatherings, this crochet table runner is a relaxing and rewarding project.

Why You’ll Love This Crochet Table Runner Pattern

Crochet Checkered Table Runner Pattern

There are so many reasons to love this table runner.

✔ Simple repeating pattern
✔ Elegant checkered design
✔ Perfect for spring home decor
✔ Beginner-friendly stitches
✔ Great handmade gift idea

The checkered pattern gives the table runner a classic look while still feeling fresh and modern.

Decorating Ideas for Your Crochet Table Runner

A handmade table runner is one of the easiest ways to elevate your table styling.

You can use this crochet runner for:

• spring table decor
• Easter table settings
• farmhouse dining tables
• coffee table styling
• seasonal home decor

Pair it with candles, flowers, or woven baskets to create a beautiful handmade centerpiece.

Pattern Notes:

This pattern has 7 distinct colour blocks width-wise and 45 length-wise. Each rectangle is 6 sts wide and 7 rows long. Each row of colour block will use two different colours and we change colours every 10 stitches WHILE carrying the yarn through the work. Don’t worry, this sounds more complicated than it actually is! I’ve created a video to help you through that part so you’ll cruise right through it.

Take note of the colour changes in each block of colour work. In some cases, you will need to begin the next colour in the pattern while still carrying the White base colour and the first colour you were working with. For example, by the time to get to the 6th color block you will begin to pull up Mint while carrying White and Lemon with you. Be mindful of when you are changing colours and it becomes fairly easy to replicate.

Materials:

Gauge:

  • 4” x 4” (10 cm x 10 cm) 16 sc x 19 rows with 4 mm crochet hook

Abbreviations:

Ch: Chain

Sts: Stitches

Slst: Slip stich

Sc: Single crochet

Sc2tog: Single crochet 2 together

SK: Skip

Dc: Double crochet

Hdc: Half double crochet

Measurements:

Approx. 10in x 80in

Pattern:

With White Ch 43

COLOUR BLOCK 1)

Row 1 – 7 : Sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next st, repeat sc and dc for next 5 st. Before completing final dc, change colour to Lemon, pulling through Lemon to complete the dc loop. Work next 6 sts in Lemon with the sc, dc stitch repeat WHILE carrying the White yarn through the stitches, Before finishing the last dc, change colour back to White that you carried through, complete dc. Repeat the sc, dc pattern alternating between Lemon and White, always carrying the opposite colour through the stitches. End with White block. Ch2, turn. Bind off colours at the end of row 7.

COLOUR BLOCK 2)

Row 8-14: switch to Lemon, Sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next st, repeat sc and dc for next 5 st. Before completing final dc, change colour to White, pulling through White to complete the dc loop. Work next 6 sts in White with the sc, dc stitch repeat WHILE carrying the Lemon yarn through the stitches, Before finishing the last dc, change colour back to Lemon that you carried through, complete dc. Repeat the sc, dc pattern alternating between White and Lemon, always carrying the opposite colour through the stitches. End with Lemon block. Ch2, turn. Bind off colours at the end of row 14.

COLOUR BLOCK 3) As rows 1-7

COLOUR BLOCK 4) As rows 8-17

COLOUR BLOCK 5) As rows 1-7

COLOUR BLOCK 6)

Row 1: Switch to Mint, Sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next st, repeat sc and dc for next 5 st. Before completing final dc, change colour to White, pulling through White to complete the dc loop. Work next 5 sts in White with the sc, dc Before completing final dc, change colour to Lemon, stitch repeat WHILE carrying the Lemon yarn through the stitches, Before finishing the last dc, change colour back to Lemon that you carried through, complete dc. Repeat the sc, dc pattern alternating between White and Lemon, always carrying the opposite colour through the stitches. End with Lemon block. Ch2, turn.

Row 2: With Lemon, Sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next st, repeat sc and dc for next 5 st. Before completing final dc, change colour to White, pulling through White to complete the dc loop. Work next 5 sts in White with the sc, dc Before completing final dc, change colour to Lemon, stitch repeat WHILE carrying the Lemon yarn through the stitches, Before finishing the last dc, change colour back to Lemon that you carried through, complete dc. Repeat the sc, dc pattern alternating between White and Lemon, always carrying the opposite colour through the stitches, until you return to the Mint sts. Switch to Mint and complete the block. Ch2, turn.

Repeat rows 1-2 2 more times, then row 1 again. You will have 7 rows in Color Block 6. Bind off.

COLOUR BLOCK 7):

Row 1: Switch to White Sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next st, repeat sc and dc for next 5 st. Before completing final dc, change colour to Mint, pulling through Mint to complete the dc loop. Work next 6 sts in Mint with the sc, dc stitch repeat WHILE carrying the White yarn through the stitches, Before finishing the last dc, change colour back to White that you carried through, complete dc. Switch to Lemon Repeat the sc, dc pattern alternating between Lemon and White, always carrying the opposite colour through the stitches. End with White block.

Row 2: With White Sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next st, repeat sc and dc for next 5 st. Before completing final dc, change colour to Lemon, pulling through Lemon to complete the dc loop. Work next 6 sts in Lemon with the sc, dc stitch repeat WHILE carrying the White yarn through the stitches, Before finishing the last dc, change colour back to White that you carried through, complete dc. Switch to Lemon Repeat the sc, dc pattern alternating between Lemon and White, always carrying the opposite colour through the stitches, until you return to the Mint section. Switch to Mint and complete the block. End with White block. Ch 2, turn.

Repeat rows 1-2 2 more times, then row 1 again. You will have 7 rows in Color Block 6. Bind off.

Continue working colour blocks according to the colour block graph, taking note of colour changes as you progress into different colour sections. This takes some getting used to but the pattern repeat becomes natural to follow.

For tips on How-to-Carry Yarn check out this video:

How to carry yarn tutorial

Tips for Crocheting a Table Runner

Maintain Even Tension

Even tension helps keep the edges straight and the checkered pattern crisp.

Block Your Finished Runner

Blocking will help the runner lay flat and enhance the stitch definition.

Choose Durable Yarn

Cotton yarn is a great choice for table decor because it holds its shape and is easy to clean.

More Crochet Patterns You May Love

If you enjoyed this project, you might also like:

• Crochet Easter Egg Pattern
• Crochet Bunny & Carrot Garland
• Polka Dot Easter Basket
• Bunny Baby Blanket Pattern

These patterns are perfect for seasonal crochet projects and handmade home decor.

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easy crochet checkered table runner pattern

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