Bring a burst of sunshine to your table with this Crochet Sunflower Table Runner pattern! Featuring vibrant blooms set against a charming backdrop, this cheerful design is perfect for adding a touch of farmhouse flair or seasonal warmth to your home. Whether you’re dressing up your dining space for summer, creating a standout piece for a gathering, or simply love floral crochet, this pattern lets you stitch up a radiant runner that’s sure to brighten any room. 🌻🌞✨
Designed with creativity in mind, this pattern invites you to play with bold yellows, earthy greens, and textured stitches to make each sunflower pop. Add a lacy border for elegance or keep it rustic with classic edging—either way, your table will bloom with handmade charm. Whether you’re crafting it as a heartfelt gift or a joyful addition to your own decor, this Crochet Sunflower Table Runner is a fun and satisfying project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade sunshine to every stitch! 🧶💖🌼
🌻 Crochet Sunflower Table Runner Pattern
Brighten your dining space with this beautiful handmade sunflower table runner. Each layered sunflower blooms on a delicate mesh lace base with textured leaves and stems, bordered by soft scallops for an elegant farmhouse finish.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves flower and leaf motifs, color changes, mesh crochet, and decorative edging.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 12″ x 36″ (30 cm x 90 cm) — adjustable by adding or removing sunflower motifs.
🧶 Materials
- Worsted or DK mercerized cotton yarn (recommended for crisp stitch definition and slight sheen):
- Beige/Cream (base mesh & border): 120 g
- Brown (sunflower centers): 25 g
- Yellow (front petals): 30 g
- Orange/Gold (back petals): 25 g
- Green (leaves & stems): 35 g
- Crochet hook: 3.0–3.5 mm
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Blocking tools (optional for crisp finish)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
hdc – Half Double Crochet
dc – Double Crochet
tr – Treble Crochet
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🌻 Sunflower Motif (Make 6–7)
Center (Brown)
- MR, 10 sc. (10)
- inc in each st around. (20)
- (1 sc, inc) ×10. (30)
- (2 sc, inc) ×10. (40)
- (3 sc, inc) ×10. (50)
FO and weave in tail. This will create a round, flat, dense center.
Back Petal Layer (Orange/Gold)
- Attach yarn in back loops of Round 4 (one round inward from edge).
- ch 6, sl st in next st — repeat around (25 loops).
- In each ch-6 loop: sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc.
- Sl st to first st, FO.
Front Petal Layer (Yellow)
- Attach lighter yellow yarn in front loops of Round 5.
- ch 6, sl st in next st — repeat around (25 loops).
- In each ch-6 loop: sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc.
- Sl st to first st, FO and weave in.
💡 Tip: Slightly curl or pinch petals while blocking for a 3D look.
🌿 Leaves (Make 2 per Flower)
Use Green yarn.
- Ch 12.
- Work down one side: sc, hdc, dc, dc, tr, tr, dc, dc, hdc, sc.
- Work up the opposite side in reverse order.
- Before FO, surface crochet a slip stitch vein down the center for texture.
- FO leaving a long tail for sewing.
(Optional: lightly steam-block leaves for smoothness.)
🌿 Stems
With Green yarn:
- Ch 20–25 (depending on spacing).
- sc in 2nd ch from hook and across.
- Ch 1, turn, sc across again to make a firm double-thick stem.
- FO with long tail for sewing.
🧵 Mesh Lace Base (Beige/Cream)
This forms the background for all flowers and leaves.
- Foundation: Ch a multiple of 6 + 3 (approx. 45–60 chains for width).
- Row 1: dc in 6th ch from hook, ch 1, skip 1, dc in next ch, repeat across.
- Row 2: ch 4, dc in next dc, ch 1, dc in next dc, repeat.
- Continue until desired runner length (approx. 90 cm / 36″).
- FO and block flat.
💡 Note: The tighter 1-chain mesh replicates the sturdy, vintage-style grid in the photo.
🌼 Assembly
- Arrange sunflowers evenly along the center of the mesh, spacing about 10–12 cm (4–5”) apart.
- Use the tapestry needle to sew flowers directly into the mesh grid (not just on top).
- Attach two leaves below each flower, slightly angled outward.
- Sew stems connecting from the base of each flower down toward the next.
- Continue the pattern down the entire runner.
🪡 Border Edging (Large Scalloped Lace)
Using Beige/Cream:
- Attach yarn to any corner.
- (sc, skip 1 mesh space, 7 dc in next space, skip 1, sc) repeat around all edges.
- At corners, work (sc, 9 dc, sc) to turn smoothly.
- FO and weave in all ends neatly.
✂️ Finishing Touches
- Weave in all ends securely.
- Steam-block for crisp edges and smooth petals.
- (Optional) Sew or glue small decorative buttons or beads to sunflower centers for added texture.
🧡 Yarn Quantities (Approx.)
- Beige (base & edging): 120 g
- Brown (centers): 25 g
- Yellow (front petals): 30 g
- Orange/Gold (back petals): 25 g
- Green (leaves & stems): 35 g
💡 Customization Tips
- Add 1–2 extra flower motifs for longer tables.
- Create autumn versions using burnt orange, rust, and mustard.
- Use pastel tones for a springtime centerpiece look.
- Attach transparent beads or sequins for subtle shimmer.
🌞 Final Thoughts
This elegant sunflower table runner captures the warmth of summer all year long — from the layered petals to the leafy accents and soft lace edging. Each bloom adds a burst of handmade charm, making it a stunning addition to your home or a heartfelt gift for someone special. 🌻💛
