Squares and Rosettes Table Runners
I love looking through vintage pattern books, because there's often really neat patterns that could be altered to give them a little modern update. I did just that for my Aunt's birthday, making a table runner from a 1970's tablecloth pattern.
My Grandmother gave my sister and I her Make It Yourself, the Complete Step-By-Step Library of Needlework and Crafts books. I LOVE looking through these volumes! This particular pattern was in Volume 18.
As for the crochet specifics, I used size 3 thread and a size C hook. The squares were joined as you crocheted, and then the rosettes were crocheted into the spaces between the squares. After the crocheting was done, I blocked it out, which really made a difference.
By making it seven squares by three squares I think it turned out about 35 inches long.
I also made my cousin a mini version in purple.
I was really pleased with how they turned out!! And I just love having those old craft books at my disposable for ideas and inspiration!
They look amazing. You've done a great job with both of them! Love the purple btw.
ReplyDeleteThanks! I liked the purple too, and thought it would look good on any color table or dresser!
Deletewow! good job!
ReplyDeletexxx Alessandra
What lovely intricate work on those table runners. I love the purple one and the way you've arranged the flower patterns in the middle - I find that it gives a more modern, upbeat look to the pattern and yet respects the vintage look too. Great job!
ReplyDeleteI love those old pattern books and have some too!
Wow!!! You're so talented, Kate! What gorgeous, intricate work! Well done you!!!
ReplyDeleteIt's the weekend - have a good one!!!
Carly
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Another fine display of your mad skills! :)
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful! I remember crocheting similar things in the 70s when I was a teenager. Lovely to see these patterns making a comeback!
ReplyDeleteHelenxx
Thank you, and I agree with you about the patterns coming back!!
DeleteThanks again for my purple one! I can't wait to use it & shows it off.
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