Crochet Napkin Rings: 15-Minute Table Decor for Thanksgiving
A ribbed cotton band, seamed into a ring and finished with a leaf, acorn or mini pumpkin. Make a full set of eight in an evening.
Pattern at a glance
US terms- Skill level
- Beginner
- Yarn
- Worsted (#4) cotton, about 10 yd per ring
- Hook
- 4 mm (G-6)
- Time
- About 15 minutes each
- Finished size
- About 1¾ in (4.5 cm) across, 1½ in (4 cm) wide
You'll need
- Worsted weight (#4) cotton — about 10 yd per ring, 80 yd for a set of 8
- 4 mm (G-6) hook
- Tapestry needle
- Optional: small leaves, acorns or mini pumpkins to decorate
In this post
Napkin rings are the Thanksgiving project that makes the whole table look planned. Each one is a small ribbed band — single crochet through the back loops — seamed into a ring. Cotton is the yarn to use: it's firm, washable and doesn't shed onto the napkins.
The rest of this post is just below — free, as always.
The pattern
- Row 1: Ch 8. Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and across. Ch 1, turn. (7)
- Rows 2–26: Sc in the back loop only of each st across. Ch 1, turn. (7)
- Check the fit: wrap the strip around a rolled napkin. It should overlap by about ¼ inch; add or remove rows if needed.
- Seam: Hold the first and last rows together and sl st through both. Fasten off and turn right side out so the seam is hidden inside.
- Edging (optional): Join at the seam and work sc evenly around each edge for a neater finish.
Decorations
- Leaf: the small leaf from our fall leaves pattern in rust or gold, sewn over the seam.
- Acorn: one crochet acorn with a stem — the most popular choice for rustic tables.
- Mini pumpkin: the small pumpkin worked over ch 9 and 20 rows.
- Christmas swap: a red berry cluster and green leaf turns the same rings into holiday decor.
Common questions
How long should a napkin ring be?
Most napkin rings are 1½–2 inches across, which needs a strip about 5½–6 inches long before seaming. Test on your own napkins — thick linen needs a longer strip.
Can I use acrylic?
Yes, but cotton holds its shape better and survives a hot wash after gravy accidents.
How many can I make from one ball?
A standard 120 yd ball of worsted cotton makes about 10 plain rings.
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