Pumpkin Vine 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 Pumpkin Vine Lace Table Runner — Free Crochet Pattern
A whole pumpkin patch winding down your table — this Pumpkin Vine Lace Table Runner features a long cream lace oval with a curling green vine trailing from end to end, dotted with plump 3D orange pumpkins and leafy greenery. It has a playful, abundant harvest feel that is perfect for autumn and Thanksgiving, and the meandering vine gives it lovely movement.
The lacy body is light and quick; the magic is in the stuffed little pumpkins and the S-curving vine you lay across it. Make a scattering of pumpkins in graduated sizes for that just-picked, tumbling-down-the-vine look.
Starting rounds — magic ring and first increases
Why You'll Love This Pattern 💛
The curling vine gives the whole runner lovely movement and that just-harvested, abundant look, instead of a stiff row of motifs. The little stuffed pumpkins are addictive to make and endlessly reusable on wreaths, bowls, and napkin rings. The airy lace body is quick, so you get a big, impressive piece without a huge time commitment.
Shaping with increases — building the body
Switch Things Up 🎨
Make the pumpkins in white or pale blue (heirloom pumpkins) with sage leaves for an elegant neutral autumn look. Use just three pumpkins and a short vine for a quick candle mat or centrepiece. Add tiny crocheted acorns or berries along the vine for even more harvest detail.
Colour variations — personalise your make
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them 🔧
Stuff them firmly and pull the rib wraps snug — a well-defined, firm pumpkin holds its shape; an understuffed one slouches.
Lay it in a relaxed S-curve and pin it before sewing, easing it into gentle waves rather than pulling it straight or taut.
Vary the pumpkin sizes and leave some open lace showing between clusters — negative space makes it look designed, not crowded.
Sew the heavier pumpkins through multiple points to spread the load, and block the finished runner flat.
Assembly stage — pinning pieces before sewing
Materials Needed for Pumpkin Vine Lace Table Runner — Free Crochet Pattern
🧶YARN
DK cotton, ~190g, for the lace body and scalloped border.
DK cotton, ~70g, for the 3D pumpkins.
DK cotton, ~50g, for the vine and leaves.
a small amount, for the pumpkin stems.
🪝TOOLS & NOTIONS
4mm.
— Gauge:
mesh: 5 sp = 10 cm
— Finished Size:
~100 x 28 cm (40 x 11 in)
— Yarn Weight:
DK Cotton
— Hook:
4mm
— Terms:
US Crochet Terminology
— Cost:
FREE ✓
Crochet Abbreviations
Pumpkin Vine Lace Table Runner — Free Crochet Pattern — Full Pattern
🧶LACE BODY (cream, oval)
🧶SCALLOPED BORDER (cream)
🧶3D PUMPKINS (orange, make ~8 in graduated sizes)
🧶VINE, TENDRILS & LEAVES (green)
🧶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 Pumpkin Vine Lace Table Runner — Free Crochet Pattern — ready to gift or display
You Ask, We Answer ❓
Yes — the stuffed pumpkins are wonderful on their own as bowl fillers, package toppers, garland, or napkin-ring decorations. Make a big batch; they are quick and very addictive.
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.
