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Snowman Christmas Table Runner Crochet Pattern

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Intermediate Level

Uses sc, dc, increases, small appliques and a scalloped border.

Winter Project

About 25 to 30 hours for the full table-long runner.

Cheerful Centerpiece

Four smiling snowmen on a deep green background that brightens a holiday table.

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About This Snowman Christmas Table Runner Crochet Pattern Pattern

This Christmas runner is about 8 inches wide and 48 inches long before the border. It is made from five green panels, with four snowmen, snowflakes and red flowers stitched on top, then finished with a red and white scalloped edge.

You only need single crochet, double crochet, increases and slip stitches. The motifs are small, so it is a nice project to pick up a little at a time.

Why You'll Love This Snowman Christmas Table Runner Crochet Pattern Pattern

I made this runner for my own table and the snowmen make me smile every morning. The green panels make the white and red motifs stand out so much.

Each snowman has its own little scarf, and no two end up exactly alike, which I love.

Snowman Christmas Table Runner Crochet Pattern step 1 - construction progress

Switch Things Up

Try navy panels with silver snowflakes for a cool winter look, or cream panels with red snowmen for a country feel. You can make only two panels for a shorter runner or a long hallway piece with eight. Swap the red flowers for small pom poms if you want extra texture.

Materials Needed

— Main Fabric

01 Light weight (#3) 100% cotton yarn: about 500 g (1,250 yds) forest green for the panels

02 Light weight (#3) 100% cotton yarn: about 150 g (375 yds) snow white for the snowmen, snowflakes and the border

03 Light weight (#3) 100% cotton yarn: about 100 g (250 yds) cranberry red for the scarves, flowers and the border

04 Light weight (#3) cotton yarn: about 15 g (40 yds) black for the hats

05 Light weight (#3) cotton yarn: about 5 g (12 yds) orange for the noses

06 Light weight (#3) cotton yarn: a small amount of green for the scarf tails

07 10 small white beads or buttons, 5 mm, for the flower centers

08 Black embroidery thread for the eyes, mouths and buttons

— Tools Required

09 3.25 mm (D) crochet hook

10 Yarn needle

11 Stitch markers

12 Scissors

13 Pins

14 Blocking mats and a steamer or spray bottle

The Free Pattern

Intermediate 25-30 Hours

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— Green Panel (Make 5) :

Work each panel flat. Ch 3 at the start of a row counts as the first dc. Make five identical panels.

Row 1: ch 38, dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch across, turn (36)

Row 2-24: ch 3, dc in each st across, turn (36)

Fasten off after Row 24 and weave in the ends.

— Snowman (Make 4) :

Each snowman is made of a white body, a white head, a black hat, two arms, a red scarf, a green scarf tail and an orange nose. Work the body and head in rounds without turning.

Body Round 1: 6 sc in mr (6)

Body Round 2: inc x6 (12)

Body Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

Body Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

Body Round 5: sc in each st around (24)

Body Round 6: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

Fasten off the body, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Head Round 1: 6 sc in mr (6)

Head Round 2: inc x6 (12)

Head Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

Head Round 4: sc in each st around (18)

Fasten off the head, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Hat Brim (black): ch 11, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across (10)

Hat Crown Row 1: ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across (6)

Hat Crown Row 2-5: ch 1, turn, sc in each st across (6)

Arm (white, make 2 per snowman): ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across (6)

Scarf (red): ch 21, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across (20)

Scarf Tail (green): ch 9, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across (8)

Nose (orange): ch 4, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, hdc in last ch (3)

Sew the head to the top of the body, the hat on top of the head and the arms to the sides of the body. Wrap the scarf under the head and sew one tail beside it. Sew the nose to the middle of the face. Embroider two black eyes, a smile and three black buttons.

— Snowflake (Make 10) :

Round 1: 12 dc in mr, join with a sl st to the first dc (12)

Round 2: *ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each of the next 2 ch, sl st in each of the next 2 sts of Round 1; repeat from * 6 times (6 points, 30 sts)

Fasten off and weave in the ends. Block flat so the six points stay sharp.

— Red Flower (Make 10) :

Round 1: 6 sc in mr, join with a sl st (6)

Round 2: in each st work (sl st, ch 3, 2 dc, ch 3, sl st) to make a petal (6 petals)

Fasten off and sew a white bead to the center of each flower.

— Scalloped Border :

Border is worked around the whole assembled runner after the panels, snowmen and flowers are attached. Join red yarn at any corner.

Round 1 (red): sc around, working 2 sc in each row end along the long sides, 1 sc in each st along the short ends and 3 sc in each corner (564)

Round 2 (red): *skip 2 sc, 5 dc in next sc, skip 2 sc, sl st in next sc; repeat from * around (94 scallops, 564 sts)

Round 3 (white): join white in the first dc of a scallop, *sc in each of the 5 dc, sl st in the sl st between scallops; repeat from * around (564)

Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Assembly Instructions

Block the five green panels flat and lay them end to end in a row with the right sides up.
Join the panels with a row of sc along each short edge, working through both loops of both pieces, so the runner measures about 8 inches by 48 inches.
Sew one snowman in the center of each of the first four green panels, using the long tails and a few pins to hold them in place.
Sew two snowflakes and two red flowers around each of the five panels, leaving a little green space between the motifs.
Embroider the snowman faces and buttons last so the stitches stay neat.
Work the three rounds of the scalloped border around the whole runner, starting in any corner.
Weave in every end, steam block the finished runner and let it dry flat.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

Skipping the ch 3 at the start of dc rows, which makes the sides curve in; always count 36 dc at the end of each row.

Sewing the snowmen on before the panels are joined, which shifts the motifs; join first, then place everything with pins.

Pulling the border too tight on the long sides, which makes the runner curl; use a hook one size larger for Round 1 if needed.

Making each snowman hat a different height; count the 5 rows of the crown on every hat.

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Designing cozy, detailed crochet patterns from home, one magic ring at a time.

Important Notes

Gauge does not have to be exact, but your runner will be longer or shorter if your stitches are looser or tighter, so adjust the number of panels.

Block every piece before assembling so the edges lie flat and the border fits evenly.

Wash gently by hand in cool water and dry flat, and avoid wringing the snowmen.

I hope this snowman runner makes your holiday table feel cozy. Happy hooking!

Crochet Abbreviations

01 ch — chain

02 sl st — slip stitch

03 mr — magic ring

04 sc — single crochet

05 hdc — half double crochet

06 dc — double crochet

07 inc — increase (2 sc in the same stitch)

08 st(s) — stitch(es)

You Ask, We Answer

How big is the finished runner?

About 8 inches wide and 48 inches long before the border, and a little larger after it.

Can I use a different yarn weight?

Yes, use a hook that suits your yarn, and expect the size to change. Worsted weight will give a wider, longer runner.

How do I wash it?

Hand wash in cool water with mild soap, press out the water with a towel and dry flat. Never put the snowmen in a hot dryer.