Burgundy Dahlia Lace Table Runner — Free Crochet Pattern
Intermediate
For crocheters comfortable with the basics, ready to try new shaping and assembly techniques
Single-Day Project
A satisfying project you can complete in a single afternoon or evening.
Handmade Gift
A beautiful keepsake — free forever. Read online or print at home.
About This Burgundy Dahlia Lace Table Runner — Free Crochet Pattern
Rich, romantic, and beautifully dimensional, this Burgundy Dahlia Lace Table Runner sets big, layered wine-red dahlias with sunny gold centres against a delicate white lace ground, linked by a trailing green vine with tiny berries and finished with a dainty scalloped edge. The deep burgundy against crisp white is elegant and a little dramatic — gorgeous for autumn, a dinner party, or year-round.
The star is the layered dahlia: rounds of pointed petals stacked from large to small for a full, real-flower bloom. The white lace body is quick and airy, so most of your time goes to the flowers you will want to make again and again.
Starting rounds — magic ring and first increases
Why You'll Love This Pattern 💛
The three-layer dahlia is deeply satisfying and gives a real, dimensional bloom that photographs beautifully. Deep burgundy on white is elegant and works far beyond one season — autumn, Valentine's, or an everyday statement piece. Each dahlia is a standalone showpiece — brooch, hair flower, or gift topper.
Shaping with increases — building the body
Switch Things Up 🎨
Swap burgundy for blush, coral, or deep teal for a completely different mood on the same white ground. Make the dahlias smaller and add more of them for a denser, more romantic runner. Use a single large dahlia as a centrepiece doily or cushion motif.
Colour variations — personalise your make
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them 🔧
Stack three petal layers and sew only through the centre and petal bases so the tips lift. A light steam sets the petals standing.
Pin all three layers and the gold centre together before sewing, checking it is centred, then stitch through the core.
Keep ch-2 spaces even and block firmly — mesh always looks crisp only after blocking.
Lay it in a relaxed wave and pin before sewing, easing rather than pulling it taut.
Assembly stage — pinning pieces before sewing
Materials Needed for Burgundy Dahlia Lace Table Runner — Free Crochet Pattern
🧶YARN
DK cotton, ~150g, for the lace body and scalloped border.
DK cotton, ~70g, for the dahlias.
DK cotton, ~15g, for the dahlia centres and buds.
DK cotton, ~35g, for the vines, leaves and berry caps.
🪝TOOLS & NOTIONS
4mm.
— Gauge:
one dahlia = ~12 cm
— Finished Size:
~90 x 28 cm (36 x 11 in)
— Yarn Weight:
DK Cotton
— Hook:
4mm
— Terms:
US Crochet Terminology
— Cost:
FREE ✓
Crochet Abbreviations
Burgundy Dahlia Lace Table Runner — Free Crochet Pattern — Full Pattern
🧶WHITE LACE BODY (worked flat)
🧶SCALLOPED BORDER (white)
🧶LAYERED DAHLIA (burgundy, make 5)
🧶VINE, LEAVES & BERRIES (green/burgundy)
🧶ASSEMBLY
Assembly & Finishing Tips
💡 Weaving in ends
Use a tapestry needle to weave each tail back and forth through at least 5–6 stitches in different directions. A tiny dot of washable glue on the final stitch before trimming adds extra security for toys used by children.
💡 Sewing pieces together
Pin each piece firmly to the body before sewing. Use mattress stitch for the most invisible join — insert the needle under the same yarn bar on alternating pieces and pull firmly. Knot securely at start and end, weave both tails deep into the body.
💡 Positioning safety eyes
Take time here — eye spacing determines the character's entire personality. Closer eyes look more intense; further apart looks more friendly and playful. Pin both positions and step back before snapping the backs on permanently. Once snapped, eyes cannot be moved without damaging the fabric.
💡 Blocking
Not required for amigurumi, but lightly steam-blocking any warped pieces will relax the fibres. Hold a steam iron a few centimetres away — never let it touch the stuffing or safety eyes directly.
💡 Care instructions
Handwash in cool water with mild detergent, press gently to remove excess water, lay flat to dry. Many acrylic yarns are machine washable on a gentle cycle in a laundry bag — always check your yarn label.
⚠️ Important Notes
- Use stitch markers at the start of every round — don't rely on memory to count.
- Work with consistent tension throughout. Gauge swatch before starting if in doubt.
- Fasten off leaving long tails for sewing — at least 30cm for each piece you'll need to attach.
- Pin and check positioning of all pieces before sewing any of them permanently.
Beginner's Guide to Amigurumi 🌱
Amigurumi (Japanese: ami = knitted/crocheted + nuigurumi = stuffed toy) is the craft of making small crocheted characters. You start with a magic ring, work in continuous spiral rounds of single crochet, and shape the piece through increases and decreases — no seams, no joins, no turning.
The magic ring creates a closable centre with no hole. Wrap yarn around two fingers, insert the hook, yarn over and pull through. Work your first round into this ring, then pull the tail to close tight. Practise a few times — it becomes effortless quickly.
The invisible decrease — insert your hook through the front loop only of the first stitch, then the front loop only of the second stitch. Yarn over, pull through both loops, then yarn over again and pull through the remaining two. Working through front loops only makes the decrease blend into the fabric instead of leaving a bump.
Tension matters most. Amigurumi needs tight, firm tension so stuffing can't show through. If you can see white fiberfill peeking between your stitches, go down one hook size. The fabric should feel dense and firm — like a tightly woven canvas, not a loose net.
The finished Burgundy Dahlia Lace Table Runner — Free Crochet Pattern — ready to gift or display
You Ask, We Answer ❓
The fullness comes from stacking three rounds of petals from largest to smallest, each slightly offset from the one below. Do not flatten them when sewing — anchor only the bases and let every petal tip stand free.
Yes — you are welcome to sell finished handmade pieces you crochet from this pattern. Please credit Cozy Amigurumi as the pattern source when you share them online.
Please do — blocking is the single biggest difference between a piece that looks homemade and one that looks like an heirloom. Wet or steam block, pin to shape, and let it dry completely.
You can, but cotton blocks crisper and shows the lace detail far better. If you use acrylic, choose a firm one and steam block gently rather than wet block.
This pattern repeats in simple units, so just add or remove motifs/blocks until it fits your table. Keep the count even for a symmetrical look.
