Welcome to the timeless and cozy world of crochet! 🧶✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for a Granny Square Table Runner—a charming and customizable creation perfect for home décor enthusiasts, vintage lovers, or anyone who enjoys crafting intricate and colorful designs! Whether you love stitching up classic motifs, experimenting with bold color combinations, or simply want to add a handmade touch to your dining space, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully textured table runner with connected granny squares, elegant borders, and a touch of nostalgic charm! 🍽️
This design embraces vibrant hues, delicate stitches, and thoughtful details to bring a warm and inviting presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Granny Square Table Runner turns out just right—ready to brighten up your home or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out your favorite color palette, and let’s stitch up a stunning table runner!
🧵 Geometric Granny Square Table Runner Crochet Pattern
Brighten your dining room with this stunning crochet table runner featuring a colorful geometric pattern! Perfect for intermediate crocheters, this project combines classic granny square techniques with modern color transitions for a bold, boho-chic statement piece. 🌸✨
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Uses color changes, granny stitch clusters, and seaming.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 12″ x 60″ (30 cm x 152 cm) – adjustable by adding/removing rows or squares.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn in 5 colors:
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Color A (Sky Blue)
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Color B (Dusty Rose)
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Color C (Lavender)
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Color D (Peach/Gold)
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Color E (Aqua/Teal)
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4.0 mm crochet hook
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Yarn needle
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Scissors
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Blocking mat (optional)
🔤 Abbreviations (US terms)
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ch – Chain
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sl st – Slip stitch
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st(s) – Stitch(es)
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sp – Space
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dc – Double crochet
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sk – Skip
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rep – Repeat
🪡 Pattern Notes
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The runner is made up of diamond-shaped granny squares connected as you go or sewn afterward.
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Each diamond begins with a center square and grows outward in rounds of 3-dc clusters.
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Colors change every few rounds for a layered look.
🟪 Granny Diamond Motif
Round 1 (Color D):
Start with a magic ring.
Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc in ring, ch 2, [3 dc, ch 2] x3, sl st to top of ch-3. (4 corners)
Round 2 (Color E):
Sl st to corner ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in each corner sp, join.
Round 3 (Color B):
Join new color in any corner sp. (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in corner, 3 dc in each side sp, join.
Round 4 (Color A):
Repeat same pattern: (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in corners, 3 dc in each side sp, join.
Round 5 (Color C):
Repeat as above. Your diamond now has clear center and expanding layers.
FO and weave in ends.
Make 7 motifs and 1 half-diamond for each end (made by working just 3 corners of the round and tapering off).
🔗 Joining the Motifs
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Use the join-as-you-go method with sc stitches in the back loops only for a flat finish.
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Arrange motifs in a row, aligned at the edges with points outward.
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Attach the half-diamonds at each end for a tapered runner shape.
🌸 Border
Color C:
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Join in any side space and sc around entire runner, placing 3 sc in each outer corner, 1 sc in each st, and 2 sc in each side sp.
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For the scallop edge: (Skip 1 st, 5 dc in next st, skip 1 st, sl st in next) repeat around.
FO, weave in all ends, and block to shape.
💫 Final Thoughts
This geometric table runner adds instant charm and color to any setting. Play with color schemes to match your decor—from bright boho to elegant neutrals. Make it longer for large tables or use the same motif to create matching placemats!
