This five-scroll pink butterfly lace crochet table runner follows the supplied reference with five linked dusty-pink spiral disks and ivory open fan-lace halves arranged into one flowing path. A cream bobble border softens the outer edge, while two large dimensional butterflies sit on separate lower and middle scrolls. Their blush and ivory wings have slim burgundy outlines, dark bodies, and curled antennae.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Make five matching asymmetric scroll medallions, each combining one solid pink spiral half with one open ivory fan half. Alternate their direction and join them into a narrow center line. Add the bobble edging after all five joins lie flat. Crochet two four-wing butterflies separately, outline them in burgundy, and sew them only through their bodies so the wings remain raised.
Why You’ll Love This Project
The repeating scrolls give the runner rhythm without becoming a plain rectangle. Open fan lace lets the table show through, solid pink spirals provide color, and the two butterflies add a sculptural focal point. Every component can be made separately and blocked before final assembly.
Materials
- About 690 yards warm-ivory DK cotton yarn
- About 430 yards dusty-rose DK cotton yarn
- About 95 yards blush-pink DK cotton yarn
- About 65 yards burgundy DK cotton yarn
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers, tape measure, blocking mats, and rustproof pins
Gauge, Measurements, and Planning
Rounds 1–3 of each pink spiral establish 8, 16, and 24 stitches. Complete and block one scroll to a 12-inch template before making the other four. The five joined modules should measure about 49 inches before the final bobble edge.
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
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- tr: treble crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- sp: space
- st(s): stitch(es)
Special stitch guidance: Open fan: (dc, ch 3, dc) in a marked space. Bobble: five unfinished dc closed together, then ch 1. Pointed wing: sc, hdc, 3 dc, 2 tr, ch 2, sl st in the first chain, 2 tr, 3 dc, hdc, sc.
Before You Begin
- Make exactly five scroll medallions and exactly two butterflies.
- Alternate the scroll direction right, left, right, left, right.
- Beginning chains do not count as stitches unless stated.
- Sew butterfly bodies firmly but leave all four wings free and dimensional.
Instructions
Crochet Five Pink Spiral Centers
Count every center and keep the dusty-pink disks identical.
- Round 1: With dusty rose, make a magic ring and work 8 sc into it. Join. (8 sts)
- Round 2: Work 2 hdc in each stitch around. Join. (16 sts)
- Round 3: Repeat [1 dc, 2 dc in next stitch] eight times. Join. (24 sts)
- Continue five flat increase rounds to 32, 40, 48, 56, and 64 stitches. Work the final two rounds in back loops to emphasize the spiral ridge.
- Mark 32 consecutive stitches for the ivory half. Make five identical centers.
Add Ivory Fan Lace and Join the Scrolls
The open half curves around each pink disk and links the five modules into one runner.
- Join ivory at the first marked stitch. Across 32 stitches repeat [sc in next stitch, ch 5, skip next stitch] to form 16 arches.
- Turn and work one open fan in every arch. On the next four rows, increase each internal chain span by one chain while keeping the two outside ribs solid.
- Finish the fan edge with sc and evenly spaced bobbles. Make five complete scrolls, alternating the fan to the right and left.
- Overlap neighboring scroll tips by about 1 inch and slip stitch through 10 solid stitches at each of the four joins. Work a continuous ivory sc-and-bobble border around the joined runner.
Make Two Dimensional Butterflies
Each butterfly has two larger upper wings, two smaller lower wings, and one narrow burgundy body.
- For each upper wing, ch 13 and mirror sc, hdc, 4 dc, 3 tr, dc, hdc, sc around both sides, adding a pointed tip. Make four upper wings total, two per butterfly.
- For each lower wing, ch 10 and mirror sc, hdc, 4 dc, hdc, sc around both sides. Make four lower wings total.
- Outline every wing with burgundy sc; use ivory surface stitches inside the dusty-pink wings for the pale inner panel.
- For each body, ch 16 in burgundy and slip stitch back along the chain. Fold the top two chains into antennae. Arrange four wings behind the body and sew through the center line.
Place the Butterflies and Finish
Keep the butterflies separated so the five scrolls remain visible.
- Pin one butterfly across the lowest large scroll and the second across the middle scroll, both angled slightly along the runner’s flow.
- Sew each body to solid pink stitches with at least eight passes. Tack only the inner quarter of each wing so the tips remain raised.
- Wet-block the full runner to 15 by 52 inches, opening all ivory fan spaces and aligning the bobbles.
- Let dry completely, remove pins, and inspect all four scroll joins and both butterfly bodies.
Assembly and Shaping
Arrange five scrolls in an alternating S rhythm. Keep every dusty-pink disk visible and align the ivory fans into one continuous path. Position one butterfly low and one near the middle, never side by side. Attach only through solid stitches so no open chain arch carries applique weight.
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 pink tails into pink ridges and ivory tails into solid ivory ribs.
- Reinforce all four module joins before adding the border.
- Pin fan arches and bobbles open during blocking.
- Tug-test both butterfly bodies while leaving the wing tips free.
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
- Photograph the alternating layout before joining.
- Use smooth cotton for defined fan ribs and butterfly outlines.
- If a fan cups, add one chain to its open spans.
- Keep burgundy only in the butterfly outlines and bodies so the runner remains pink and ivory.
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 make a shorter runner?
Yes. Use three scroll medallions and one butterfly, then work the same border around the shorter strip.
Why do the scrolls twist?
Block every module to the same template and join only ten solid stitches at each overlap.
Can I omit the bobbles?
Yes. Replace each bobble with a chain-3 picot for a flatter edge.
Conclusion
Five linked rose-and-ivory scrolls, airy fan lace, a soft bobble outline, and two dimensional butterflies create the romantic centerpiece shown in the supplied inspiration.
Printable Crochet Pattern Card
Project: Crochet Butterfly Lace Table Runner
Skill level: Advanced Intermediate Hook: 3.5 mm Yarn: DK
Finished size: Approximately 15 by 52 inches after blocking
Card Materials
- About 690 yards warm-ivory DK cotton yarn
- About 430 yards dusty-rose DK cotton yarn
- About 95 yards blush-pink DK cotton yarn
- About 65 yards burgundy DK cotton yarn
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers, tape measure, blocking mats, and rustproof pins
Card Instructions
- Crochet Five Pink Spiral Centers: Make five matching dusty-pink spiral disks from counted 8-, 16-, and 24-stitch centers.
- Add Ivory Fan Lace and Join the Scrolls: Build five ivory fan halves, alternate their direction, join four seams, and add a continuous bobble edge.
- Make Two Dimensional Butterflies: Make two butterflies with four outlined wings, ivory inner panels, burgundy bodies, and curled antennae.
- Place the Butterflies and Finish: Place two butterflies on separate scrolls, secure their bodies, and block the complete five-scroll runner.
Finish: Check every count, weave in all ends, block to measurement, and inspect each join.
