This crochet sunburst floral lace table runner is a warm sunflower-gold one-piece lace runner with five columns of radiant twelve-spoke sunburst flowers set between balanced filet windows and finished with a clean narrow border. The construction is designed specifically for the named project rather than adapted from a generic template.
An 81-stitch foundation holds five 16-stitch floral units plus one edge stitch. A ten-row repeat opens each center into a twelve-spoke sunburst, connects the flowers with square filet windows, and returns to a stable counted row; twelve repeats create the runner length.
Why You’ll Love This Project
The sunburst fans, filet windows, treble crochet spokes, simple border create a distinct table runner with clear checkpoints, practical structure, and strong handmade texture.
Materials
- Approximately 1,000 yards sunflower-gold DK-weight mercerized cotton yarn
- Ten locking stitch markers
- Rustproof blocking pins
- A row counter
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Tape measure
- Blocking mats and rustproof pins
Gauge, Measurements, and Planning
Make a generous swatch in the main stitch. The target gauge is one 16-stitch sunburst repeat measures 2.7 inches wide and one 10-row repeat measures 4 inches tall after blocking; change hook size if needed before beginning the full runner.
Make and wash a gauge swatch before beginning. Measure only after the swatch is completely dry. If the stitch width differs, change hook size rather than pulling the working yarn tighter. Keep a written count at the end of every section so the finished edges remain balanced and the assembly points line up.
Abbreviations and Special Stitches
- ch: chain
- dc: double crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- sc: single crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- BLO: back loop only
- yo: yarn over
Special stitch guidance: Sunburst center: work twelve double crochet in one marked chain space. Spoke: chain 3 and treble crochet in the same center. Filet window: chain 3 and skip 3 stitches. Join bar: chain 2 and single crochet in the neighboring spoke tip.
Before You Begin
- Maintain the stated 81-stitch construction count at every checkpoint.
- Beginning chains count only where explicitly stated.
- Block components before final assembly or border work.
- Use US crochet terminology throughout.
Instructions
Establish Five Floral Units
Count carefully and compare the work with the finished measurements.
- Foundation Row: Ch 84. Dc in the fourth chain from the hook and across. Turn. (81 sts)
- Row 1: Ch 3, counting as the first dc, and dc across. Turn. (81 sts)
- Mark the edge stitch and the end of each 16-stitch unit so five flower columns remain aligned.
Open the Sunburst Flowers
Count carefully and compare the work with the finished measurements.
- Row 2: Edge dc, then repeat [ch 3, skip 3, 5 dc, ch 3, skip 3, 5 dc, boundary dc] five times. Turn.
- Rows 3–5: Build one twelve-dc center in each unit, then separate the stitches with chain-3 treble spokes to form a radiant flower.
- Connect neighboring spoke tips with chain-2 bars while preserving 81 counted positions.
Complete the Ten-Row Repeat
Count carefully and compare the work with the finished measurements.
- Rows 6–9: Frame each sunburst with alternating solid dc groups and open filet windows, mirroring the first half of the repeat.
- Row 10: Dc in every established stitch or chain-space position. (81 sts)
- Repeat Rows 1–10 eleven more times for twelve repeats and approximately 47 inches.
Add the Narrow Gold Border
Count carefully and compare the work with the finished measurements.
- Work one round of sc evenly around with 3 sc in each corner.
- Work a second round of [ch 1, skip 1, sc in next stitch], balancing the corners, then finish with one slip-stitch round.
- Wet-block every sunburst and square window to 15 by 48 inches.
Assembly and Shaping
Follow the project-specific assembly sequence for sunburst floral filet runner. Pin or mark every component before joining and keep the finished layout balanced.
Lay every component on a flat surface before joining. Match the marked centers first, then divide each remaining edge into equal sections. Work through both layers with consistent tension and pause after each section to check that the fabric lies flat. This measured approach prevents twisting and keeps decorative details facing the intended direction.
Finishing
- Weave every tail through matching stitches and reverse direction once.
- Inspect all joins, motif anchors, and border corners.
- Block to 15 inches wide by 48 inches long.
- Allow the runner to dry completely before styling.
For a polished result, weave each tail through several same-color stitches, reverse direction once, and trim only after the fabric has been gently stretched. Block to the listed dimensions without flattening textured stitches. Inspect joins, borders, straps, and decorative pieces before the project is used or gifted.
Helpful Tips
- Use locking markers at every construction checkpoint.
- Record row and motif counts as you work.
- Keep joins and color changes relaxed enough to lie flat.
- Photograph the complete layout before final assembly.
Good lighting and a contrasting stitch marker make counting much easier. If a section looks uneven, compare the current count with the previous checkpoint before continuing. Fixing one missed stitch early is faster than compensating later, and it preserves the measurements used by the assembly instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use several flower colors?
Yes, but change color only on full sunburst rows and keep the filet ground consistent.
Why do my spokes curl?
Keep every chain 3 relaxed and pin all twelve spoke tips during blocking.
Can I make a shorter runner?
Remove complete ten-row repeats; each blocked repeat changes the length by about 4 inches.
Conclusion
The finished crochet sunburst floral lace table runner showcases sunburst fans, filet windows, treble crochet spokes, simple border in a construction that matches the project from foundation through finishing.
Printable Crochet Pattern Card
Project: Crochet Sunburst Floral Lace Table Runner
Skill level: Intermediate Hook: 3.5 mm Yarn: DK
Finished size: Approximately 15 inches wide by 48 inches long
Card Materials
- Approximately 1,000 yards sunflower-gold DK-weight mercerized cotton yarn
- Ten locking stitch markers
- Rustproof blocking pins
- A row counter
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Tape measure
- Blocking mats and rustproof pins
Card Instructions
- Establish Five Floral Units: Foundation Row: Ch 84. Dc in the fourth chain from the hook and across. Turn. (81 sts) Row 1: Ch 3, counting as the first dc, and dc across. Turn. (81 sts) Mark the edge stitch and the end of each 16-stitch unit so five flower columns remain aligned.
- Open the Sunburst Flowers: Row 2: Edge dc, then repeat [ch 3, skip 3, 5 dc, ch 3, skip 3, 5 dc, boundary dc] five times. Turn. Rows 3–5: Build one twelve-dc center in each unit, then separate the stitches with chain-3 treble spokes to form a radiant flower. Connect neighboring spoke tips with chain-2 bars while preserving 81 counted positions.
- Complete the Ten-Row Repeat: Rows 6–9: Frame each sunburst with alternating solid dc groups and open filet windows, mirroring the first half of the repeat. Row 10: Dc in every established stitch or chain-space position. (81 sts) Repeat Rows 1–10 eleven more times for twelve repeats and approximately 47 inches.
- Add the Narrow Gold Border: Work one round of sc evenly around with 3 sc in each corner. Work a second round of [ch 1, skip 1, sc in next stitch], balancing the corners, then finish with one slip-stitch round. Wet-block every sunburst and square window to 15 by 48 inches.
Finish: Check every count, weave in all ends, block to measurement, and inspect each join.
