{"id":1946,"date":"2025-11-11T03:09:27","date_gmt":"2025-11-11T03:09:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/?p=1946"},"modified":"2025-11-11T03:09:27","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T03:09:27","slug":"the-solstice-bloom-motif-runner-an-elegant-crochet-lace-pattern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/?p=1946","title":{"rendered":"The “Solstice Bloom” Motif Runner: An Elegant Crochet Lace Pattern"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Hello, lace lovers and home decor enthusiasts! Are you captivated by vintage-inspired crochet that transforms a simple table into a centerpiece? I\u2019m excited to share the pattern for the Solstice Bloom Motif Runner<\/strong>\u2014a stunning piece created by joining intricate, mandala-like circular motifs into a graceful, custom-length design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inspired by beautiful continuous motif tutorials, this pattern is perfect for showcasing a luxurious thread or yarn. The motifs feature a dense center that blossoms into delicate, airy lace, creating a stunning texture that is both sophisticated and fun to hook. This runner works up into an extraordinary, eye-catching piece, but the motifs can also be used for shawls or blouses!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grab your favorite mercerized cotton or smooth thread, and let’s start crocheting a piece of extraordinary beauty!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why You\u2019ll Love Crocheting This Runner:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Extraordinary Texture:<\/strong> Combines dense clusters and airy picot loops for a complex, dimensional look.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Modular Design:<\/strong> The pattern uses repetition (making the same motif many times) which is great for travel or relaxing, mindless crocheting once the motif is learned.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Customizable Length:<\/strong> Easily adjust the length by adding or subtracting motifs in the central row.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Versatile:<\/strong> The motif is suitable for fine thread (for a doily effect) or thicker yarn (for a blanket square).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Materials & Notions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • Yarn\/Thread:<\/strong> Approximately 400\u2013600 yards of Sport Weight (#2)<\/strong> or DK Weight (#3)<\/strong> mercerized cotton thread. The finished size depends heavily on yarn weight.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Hook:<\/strong> Size D\/3 (3.25 mm) or E\/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Notions:<\/strong> Tapestry Needle (for weaving ends), Scissors, Stitch Markers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Sizing:<\/strong> Each finished motif measures approximately 5 inches (12.5 cm) across. A runner made of 7 motifs will be approximately 35 inches long.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Essential Crochet Abbreviations & Terminology<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
      Abbreviation<\/strong><\/td>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
      ch<\/strong><\/td>chain<\/td><\/tr>
      st(s)<\/strong><\/td>stitch(es)<\/td><\/tr>
      sl st<\/strong><\/td>slip stitch<\/td><\/tr>
      sc<\/strong><\/td>single crochet<\/td><\/tr>
      dc<\/strong><\/td>double crochet<\/td><\/tr>
      tr<\/strong><\/td>treble crochet (yarn over 2 times)<\/td><\/tr>
      sk<\/strong><\/td>skip<\/td><\/tr>
      rep<\/strong><\/td>repeat<\/td><\/tr>
      CL<\/strong><\/td>Cluster (See Special Stitches)<\/td><\/tr>
      Picot<\/strong><\/td>Ch 3, sl st into the 1st ch (or into the top of the st you just worked).<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      Special Stitch: 3-DC Cluster (CL)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Yarn over, insert hook into the indicated space\/stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through 2 loops (2 loops on hook). (Yarn over, insert hook into the same space\/stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through 2 loops)<\/strong> 2 more times<\/strong> (4 loops on hook). Yarn over and pull through all 4 loops on the hook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Gauge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • One finished Solstice Bloom Motif<\/strong> should measure approximately 5 inches (12.5 cm) from point to point.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        The Solstice Bloom Motif Pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        This motif is worked in joined rounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Setup:<\/strong> Begin with a magic ring or Ch 4, sl st to join.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        R1 (Center):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. Ch 3 (counts as first dc). Work 15 dc into the ring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Join with sl st to the top of the starting ch-3. (16 sts)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          R2 (Cluster Round):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          1. Ch 2 (does not count as st). Work CL<\/strong> in the same st (the joining st). Ch 3.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          2. *Sk 1 st, CL<\/strong> in the next st, Ch 3.* Rep from * to * 7 more times.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          3. Join with sl st to the top of the first CL. (8 CLs, 8 Ch-3 spaces)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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            R3 (Lattice Work):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            1. Sl st into the first Ch-3 space. Ch 5 (counts as tr and ch 1). Tr in the same Ch-3 space. (This forms a TR V-Stitch).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            2. *Ch 3. Work TR V-Stitch<\/strong> (tr 1, ch 1, tr 1<\/code>) in the next Ch-3 space.* Rep from * to * 7 more times.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            3. Ch 3. Join with sl st to the 4th ch of the starting Ch-5. (8 V-Stitches, 8 Ch-3 spaces)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              R4 (Petal Base):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              1. Sl st into the Ch-1 space of the V-Stitch. Ch 1. Sc in the same Ch-1 space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              2. *Ch 4. Sc in the middle st of the next Ch-3 space. Ch 4. Sc in the Ch-1 space of the next V-Stitch.* Rep from * to * 7 more times.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              3. (You should end with Ch 4). Sl st to the first sc to join. (16 Ch-4 spaces, 16 SC)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                R5 (Lace Points):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                1. Sl st into the first Ch-4 space. Ch 3 (counts as dc). Work 4 dc in the same space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                2. Work 5 dc in the next Ch-4 space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                3. *Sk 1 sc, CL<\/strong> in the next sc, Ch 3, CL<\/strong> in the same sc (this creates a split cluster point).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                4. Work 5 dc in the next Ch-4 space. Work 5 dc in the next Ch-4 space.*<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                5. Rep from * to * 6 more times.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                6. You should finish with the last two Ch-4 spaces completed. Sk the last sc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                7. Join with sl st to the top of the starting ch-3. (8 Split Cluster Points, 16 5-DC Groups)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                  R6 (Final Edging & Joining):<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  This round determines the final shape and connects the motifs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  1. Ch 1, sc in the first st. Sc in the next 4 sts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  2. Sc in the next 5 sts (10 sc total over the 2 groups).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  3. Joining Point 1:<\/strong> Sc in the Ch-3 space between the two CLs. Ch 3, Picot, Ch 3<\/code>. Sc in the same space. (This is a non-joining point).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  4. Sc in the next 10 sts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  5. Joining Point 2:<\/strong> Sc in the Ch-3 space between the two CLs. (Joining)<\/strong> Work Ch 1<\/code>. Sl st to any Picot on a previously made motif. Ch 1, Picot, Ch 3<\/code>. Sc in the same space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  6. Rep from Step 4 and 5<\/strong> around, using the Joining Point 2 instructions to connect the motifs where necessary. You will have a total of 8 points<\/strong> per motif.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                    Joining Instructions Detail (For two adjacent sides):<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    • Join 4 points along one side to the 4 corresponding points on the next motif.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                      Finishing Motif:<\/strong> Sl st to the first sc to join. Fasten off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      Construction and Assembly for the Runner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                      The Assembly Plan<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                      For a standard 35-inch runner<\/strong>, you will need 7 full Solstice Bloom Motifs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      1. Motif 1 (Starting Motif):<\/strong> Complete all 6 rounds, joining 0 points in R6. Fasten off.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      2. Motif 2:<\/strong> Complete R1-R5. In R6, join 4 points<\/strong> along one edge to the corresponding 4 points of Motif 1. Fasten off.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      3. Motif 3 through 7:<\/strong> In R6, join 4 points<\/strong> of the new motif to the last motif added (Motif 6, 5, 4, etc.). Fasten off each one.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                        Final Edging and Border<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                        While the motifs themselves create a beautiful scallop, a thin edging provides a clean, continuous look along the long straight sides of the runner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                        1. Join Yarn:<\/strong> Join yarn with sc at any outer point on the long edge of the assembled runner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        2. Row 1 (SC Stabilizer):<\/strong> Work sc evenly along the entire long edge, working 2 sc into each Picot and sc into each st along the shell curve. Work a sl st between the motifs where their inner edges meet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        3. Row 2 (Picot Trim):<\/strong> Ch 1, turn. Sc in the first 2 sts. *Ch 5, sk 3 sts, sc in the next 4 sts.* Rep from * to * across the entire long edge. Fasten off. Repeat Row 2 on the opposite long edge.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                          Finishing Your Runner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                          1. Weave Ends:<\/strong> Use your tapestry needle to carefully weave in all yarn tails from the motifs and the border.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          2. Blocking:<\/strong> This is absolutely crucial<\/strong> for lace motifs!\n
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                            • Soak the runner thoroughly in lukewarm water with a small amount of mild detergent or wool wash.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Gently squeeze out excess water (do not wring).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Pin the runner to a blocking mat, foam board, or thick towel. Stretch the motifs gently so they are all uniform in shape and size, and pin every Picot point to define the scallop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Allow to dry completely (may take 24\u201348 hours).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                              Your Solstice Bloom Motif Runner<\/strong> is now complete\u2014an elegant, heirloom-quality piece ready to bring extraordinary beauty to your home!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                              Video tutorial:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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