Pumpkins and seasonal table pieces are such a fun way to refresh your space without redecorating the whole room. With just a few skeins of yarn, you can dress up coffee tables, sideboards, dining tables, or even your work desk. These fourteen ideas mix quick coasters, cheerful baskets, and statement table runners so you’ll have something for every corner. Most projects use worsted cotton or thread you might already have, and many are small enough to finish in an evening. Pick one that matches your favorite season and start stitching.
Crochet Pumpkin Coaster
The Crochet Pumpkin Coaster – One Little Project pattern is a beginner-friendly way to add little pumpkins under every mug. You’ll work a simple round shape, then sculpt the pumpkin with increases and slip stitches before finishing with a brown stem and curly green vine. One coaster uses only scraps of cotton, so it’s perfect for stash busting. Make a matching set for your coffee table or Thanksgiving place settings and keep the linked Crochet Pumpkin Coaster – One Little Project instructions handy as your go-to fall Tutorial. One Little Project
Quick specs: Skill Beginner · Time 45–60 min each · Cost Very low
Supplies:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn (orange, brown, green)
- 5.0 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Why it’s great: Fast, giftable coasters that instantly make any tray or table feel like fall.
Pumpkin Crochet Coasters
The Pumpkin Crochet Coasters – Repeat Crafter Me pattern turns the first three rounds of a granny-style pumpkin square into plump, round coasters. Worked entirely in worsted cotton, these pumpkins are just three rounds plus a simple joined stem and separate green vine, so you can whip up a stack in one evening. They double as appliqués or mini garland if you add a chain. Follow the step-by-step Pumpkin Crochet Coasters – Repeat Crafter Me instructions and video to build a full matching set Repeat Crafter Me.
Quick specs: Skill Advanced beginner · Time 45 min each · Cost Very low
Supplies:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn (Pumpkin, Café Latte, Spring Green)
- 5.0 mm / H crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Why it’s great: Just three quick rounds for a super satisfying stack of pumpkins.
Great Harvest Pumpkin Coasters
The Great Harvest Pumpkin Coasters – Crochet 365 Knit Too pattern gives you a slightly larger, beautifully shaped pumpkin with a tiny leaf for extra charm. You’ll work a dense double-crochet circle, then use different stitch heights to create realistic pumpkin curves before adding a textured green leaf on top. A few ounces of cotton yield four generous coasters, or you can bump up to bulky yarn for hot pads. Keep the Great Harvest Pumpkin Coasters pattern page open while you stitch this cute fall Crochet 365 Knit Too.
Quick specs: Skill Advanced beginner · Time 1 hr each · Cost Low
Supplies:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn (papaya orange, brown, sage green)
- 4.0 mm / G crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Why it’s great: Detailed shaping and a little leaf make these feel boutique-worthy but still quick.
Pumpkin Pie Coasters
The Pumpkin Pie Coasters – Maria’s Blue Crayon design looks like little slices of pie with a bobbly crust and whipped-cream center. These round coasters start in pumpkin-orange half-double crochet, then switch to tan bobbles for the crust, topped with a small white “cream” circle you glue or sew in place. They make a playful accent under mugs or dessert dishes. Work a coordinating set using the detailed Pumpkin Pie Coasters – Maria’s Blue Crayon pattern notes and enjoy a sweet seasonal Maria’s Blue Crayon.
Quick specs: Skill Advanced beginner · Time 1 hr each · Cost Low
Supplies:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn (orange Bruschetta, Taupe, White)
- 4.0 mm / G crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Fabric or hot glue
Why it’s great: Looks like real pumpkin pie and protects your table at the same time.
Pumpkin Basket Centerpiece
The Pumpkin Basket Centerpiece – Hobbycraft tutorial walks you through turning chunky yarn into a sturdy pumpkin-shaped bowl, perfect for sweets, tealights in jars, or mini pinecones. You’ll crochet a firm round base, grow tall sides with simple increases, then finish with a ribbed stem and optional leaf to echo a real pumpkin. Use it as a focal point on a console or dining table. Follow the How to Crochet a Pumpkin Basket step photos to build this show-stopping fall hobbycraft.co.uk.
Quick specs: Skill Confident beginner · Time Weekend project · Cost Moderate
Supplies:
- Super bulky or chunky yarn in pumpkin orange
- Matching large crochet hook (often 8–10 mm)
- Small amount of green and brown yarn
- Stitch marker
- Yarn needle
Why it’s great: Functions as storage and decor while anchoring any autumn table vignette.
Tapestry Pumpkin Basket
The Tapestry Pumpkin Basket – Desert Blossom Crafts pattern creates a straight-sided basket with tiny pumpkins worked in colorwork around the sides. Using tapestry crochet in worsted cotton, you’ll make a tight base, then follow a simple chart to add orange pumpkins on a neutral background. It’s sized perfectly for candy, napkins, or small fruit on the table. Keep the Pumpkin Basket – Desert Blossom Crafts graph nearby while crocheting this graphic, modern fall decor desertblossomcrafts.com.
Quick specs: Skill Intermediate (tapestry) · Time 1–2 days · Cost Moderate
Supplies:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn (neutral base, orange, green)
- 4.0 mm crochet hook
- Stitch markers
- Yarn needle
Why it’s great: The tapestry pumpkins look like printed fabric but with crochet warmth and texture.
Crochet Stacked Pumpkins Centerpiece
The Crochet Stacked Pumpkins Centerpiece – Marching North tutorial shows you how to make three separate pumpkins in different sizes and shades, then stack them into one tall table piece. Each pumpkin is worked in the round with ridges from front-loop stitches, stuffed firmly, and topped with a stem. Once finished, they’re secured together into a totem that looks great on a buffet or as a non-flammable “candle” in the middle of a tray. Follow the Marching North instructions for a sturdy stacked pumpkin Marching North.
Quick specs: Skill Advanced beginner · Time Weekend · Cost Moderate
Supplies:
- Worsted weight or bulky yarn in three pumpkin shades
- Appropriate crochet hook size for yarn
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Yarn needle
Why it’s great: One project gives you a tall, dramatic centerpiece that’s still soft and kid-friendly.
Stacked Pumpkin Table Runner
The Aunt Lydia’s Stacked Pumpkin Table Runner – Yarnspirations pattern uses size-10 crochet thread to create a delicate lace runner filled with jack-o’-lantern motifs. Worked in narrow panels that join as you go, it’s ideal if you enjoy fine thread and openwork. Use it over a contrasting tablecloth so every pumpkin face shows. The downloadable pattern includes charts and measurements to fit most tables; keep the PDF or product page open while you work this heirloom-worthy Halloween Yarnspirations.
Quick specs: Skill Intermediate · Time Multi-evening · Cost Low (thread)
Supplies:
- Size 10 cotton crochet thread (black and pumpkin shades)
- Steel thread hook per pattern
- Stitch markers
- Blocking pins and mats
Why it’s great: Lace pumpkins feel both elegant and spooky, perfect for grown-up Halloween tables.
Pumpkin Table Runner
The Pumpkin Table Runner – HandmadebyRaine design uses filet crochet to draw rows of pumpkins and leaves in thread. You’ll follow a chart of open and solid blocks to reveal the motif, then add a simple green border to finish. The piece is narrow enough for everyday use but special enough for Thanksgiving or harvest dinners. Because it’s crochet thread, it blocks beautifully flat. Follow the Pumpkin Table Runner – HandmadebyRaine chart and stitch notes for a crisp seasonal handmadebyraine.com.
Quick specs: Skill Intermediate (filet) · Time Several evenings · Cost Low
Supplies:
- Size 10 crochet thread in orange and green
- 1.75 mm steel crochet hook
- Blocking mats and pins
- Yarn needle
Why it’s great: A classic lace runner that stores small but makes a big seasonal statement.
Fall Placemat & Coaster Set
The Fall Placemat & Coaster Set – Lovable Loops pattern includes a rectangular placemat plus matching coaster worked from simple graphs. Using worsted yarn, you’ll make a solid background with a fall motif—think classic pickup truck and pumpkins—using color changes, then frame it with a border. Each mat is big enough for a plate and mug, ideal for a special fall breakfast tray or place setting. Follow the Lovable Loops Fall Placemat & Coaster Set pattern for a cohesive decor Lovable Loops Crochet Designs.
Quick specs: Skill Intermediate (graph/color changes) · Time 1–2 days per set · Cost Moderate
Supplies:
- Worsted weight yarn in white, blue, orange, green
- 5.0 mm crochet hook
- Stitch markers
- Yarn needle
Why it’s great: Full matching placements and coasters instantly theme a whole table for autumn.
Adjustable Autumn Falling Leaves Table Runner
The Adjustable Autumn Falling Leaves Table Runner – See Love Share is built from individual leaf motifs you join into a long trail down your table. Each leaf uses simple stitches and color changes to mimic real maple and oak leaves, and you can stop or continue joining until you reach the length you need. Drape it over wood, linen, or even a console table. Use the Adjustable Autumn Falling Leaves Table Runner photo tutorial and notes as your modular fall SeeLoveShare.
Quick specs: Skill Advanced beginner · Time Ongoing / customizable · Cost Depends on colors
Supplies:
- Worsted weight yarn in assorted fall colors (gold, rust, red, brown, green)
- 4.0–4.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers (optional for joining)
Why it’s great: Completely adjustable length and palette—add more leaves whenever you like.
Maple Leaf Coaster
The Maple Leaf Coaster – HandmadebyRaine uses tapestry crochet and fringe to create trendy rectangular mug rugs with leaf motifs. You’ll work dense single-crochet rows while carrying a contrast color to draw the maple leaf, then trim the yarn tails into even fringe. They’re perfect for autumn coffee tables or under small planters. The pattern includes charts, photos, and video support. Keep the Maple Leaf Coaster – HandmadebyRaine tutorial open while you experiment with different two-color combos in this cozy handmadebyraine.com.
Quick specs: Skill Intermediate (tapestry colorwork) · Time 1–2 hrs each · Cost Low
Supplies:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn in two contrasting colors
- 4.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Why it’s great: Modern, fringed mug rugs that look almost woven but are fully crocheted.
Maple Leaf Scrubby Placemat
The Maple Leaf Scrubby Placemat – Mary Maxim pattern transforms Red Heart Scrubby yarn into a large leaf-shaped mat, ideal under hot dishes or as a bold seasonal placemat. The textured yarn gives a fun, rustic look, and the finished size is generous enough for a dinner plate. Follow the leaf shaping carefully and block lightly so the lobes show clearly. Use the Free Maple Leaf Placemat Pattern download info and description to guide color and sizing choices as you work this harvest Mary Maxim.
Quick specs: Skill Intermediate · Time 1–2 days · Cost Moderate
Supplies:
- Worsted weight textured Scrubby yarn (autumn color of choice)
- 5.0 mm / H crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Blocking pins and mat
Why it’s great: Oversized leaf shape instantly transforms each place setting into fall-themed decor.
Snowflake Table Runner
The Snowflake Table Runner – Moogly & Yarnspirations frees you from pumpkins while still keeping things seasonal for winter and holiday tables. You’ll crochet multiple lace snowflakes in Cherry Red yarn and arrange them into a long runner, joining as you go or stitching them afterward. It’s perfect on a buffet with candles or across the center of your dining table. Follow Moogly’s Snowflake Table Runner post and linked pattern to assemble this bright, festive Crochet snowflake moogly.
Quick specs: Skill Intermediate · Time Multi-evening · Cost Low
Supplies:
- Worsted weight acrylic yarn in Cherry Red (or as specified)
- 5.5 mm / I crochet hook
- Stitch markers (optional)
- Yarn needle
Why it’s great: Swaps fall vibes for winter sparkle so your handmade table decor lasts all season.
Conclusion
Pick one small project—maybe a single pumpkin coaster or maple leaf mug rug—and let that be your seasonal “test swatch” for the table. Once you see how a bit of crochet transforms the space, you can add runners, baskets, and placemats over time. Handmade decor is washable, reusable, and easy to customize to your color scheme. Bookmark this list, choose a yarn from your stash, and start building your own rotation of cozy, seasonal table pieces.
FAQs
1. What yarns work best for crochet table decor like coasters and placemats?
For anything that touches dishes or condensation, 100% cotton is ideal because it’s absorbent, durable, and handles heat well. For purely decorative runners or baskets, you can use acrylic, wool blends, or even thread. Textured yarns like Scrubby are fun for leaf or pumpkin placemats, but stick to smooth cotton for items that need to sit flat under cups.
2. Can I machine-wash these crochet table items? How should I dry them?
Most cotton and acrylic pieces can be machine-washed on gentle in cool water inside a mesh bag. Lay flat to dry and reshape while damp—especially runners, placemats, and lace. Avoid high heat in the dryer, which can shrink cotton or distort blocking. Baskets and thread runners should usually be hand-washed, then pinned out to dry to keep their shape.
3. How do I resize a pattern for a longer runner or bigger placemat?
Check the pattern repeat: many runners are built from motifs (snowflakes, leaves, pumpkins) that you can simply add more of in the center. For rectangular pieces worked in rows, increase the starting chain in multiples of the stated repeat (for example, “multiple of 8 + 2”). Make a short sample first to be sure your math and gauge give the length and width you want before committing.
4. Are crochet table pieces safe with hot dishes or candles?
Use cotton or other natural fibers for anything that might contact heat, like trivets or hot pads, and place candles only in proper glass holders with stable bases. Acrylic can soften with high heat, so keep it for decorative runners rather than under hot pans. Never place open flame directly on crochet, and don’t leave candles unattended around any fiber piece.
5. What joins and edgings help items hold up to everyday use?
For coasters and placemats, a round of single crochet plus a slip-stitch edge makes a firm border that resists stretching. When joining motifs for runners, use whip stitch or single-crochet joins worked through both loops for strength. Adding a final border around the whole joined piece also helps it keep shape through repeated washing and handling.
6. How much yarn do I need for baskets, placemats, and runners?
Coasters usually take under 25 g each; four often fit into a single 50 g ball of cotton. Placements typically use 80–150 g depending on size and stitch density. Thread or lace runners use surprisingly little yardage but lots of time; worsted runners can take 300–600 g. Always check the pattern’s yardage notes and buy a bit extra if you’re changing yarn or tension.
7. Any tips for photographing my crochet table decor nicely?
Use natural daylight from a window, turn off harsh overhead lights, and keep backgrounds simple—plain wood, neutral cloth, or a white table. Style your Crochet pieces with a mug, plate, or a small vase so they look “in use.” Shoot a few vertical 9:16 photos for phones and close-ups that show stitch texture. A quick gentle block before photographing makes edges look crisp and professional.
8. How do I fix curling, stretching, or wavy edges on my table pieces?
Curling often means your hook is too small or your tension is tight—try steaming or wet-blocking first, then size up a hook on your next make. Wavy edges usually come from too many stitches in the border; you can redo the edging with fewer stitches or switch to shorter stitches like single crochet. If a runner stretches over time, re-block it and consider adding a firmer border or using cotton instead of very soft acrylic next time.