Crochet Napkin Rings
Learn how to crochet napkin rings for some cozy fall table decor! When you’re done, go give these DIY wooden napkin rings a go too! This post contains affiliate links.
My favorite trick for setting a pretty table: accessorize! One of my favorite ways to dress up my weekly Shabbat table, or any holiday tablescape, is using pretty fabric napkins with napkin rings. I’ve created so many different types (these resin napkin rings are one of my favorites, and these clay napkin rings are pretty cool too).
I decided that I needed to try to crochet napkin rings so that I can offer you a free pattern – and for a bit of a different vibe! While most napkin rings add a bit more glam or work as “jewelry” for the table, these crochet napkin rings are totally sweater chic!
How to set a cozy fall table with crochet napkin rings
Tablescaping Tips
My vision for these crochet napkin rings was to make a little sweater to go on each napkin. While I’ve shown it to you in two different colors, I’d recommend sticking with one.
Stick to neutral napkins or ones with a bold print. If using a printed napkin, go for a solid colored plate.
These pair beautifully with tables that are full of texture: think pampas instead of flowers, deep nature-derived colors, and a textured tablecloth instead of a patterned one.
Styling the napkin rings
The napkin rings are not stiff like some others. If you want another great fall option that has more structure, these DIY leather napkin rings that open flat might be a better option for you.
These need to be shaped on the napkin itself. Wiggle the napkin through (it has traction, so you’ll need to feed it on, like stockings). Then shape the ring around the napkin.
Depending on how smooth or visible your seam is, you may want to place the seam on the bottom.
Tips for making your own crochet napkin rings – perfect crochet for beginners!
One of the reasons that these crochet napkin rings are such a great crochet project for beginners is that they’re SO forgiving. Missed your count? Just make it the right size!
And since you need to make a set, it’s a fabulous practice craft for new stitches that you want to get the hang of before investing in a larger project. Just make napkin rings until you get the hang of the stitch!
Ready to learn? I’ve used a rib stitch in this tutorial, and it’s easier than you think, but first, some tips.
Tension and sizing
When it comes to crochet, tension and the weight of your yarn make a very big difference to the final result. On this one, the yellow was made using very loose tension, because I was leaving things open to show you clearly in the tutorial.
The burnt orange one was made using tighter stitches. That allows it to hold and shape the napkin better and is ideal.
Choosing your yarn
I chose a very basic “super saver” worsted yarn for this, but you can go with anything! If you’re a true beginner, stick to simple. If you’re used to crochet, you can go for something fuzzy like a chenille yarn to up the cozy factor. You won’t see the ribbing as well on that.
For a more elegant look, go for a finer and smoother yarn.
Rib stitch crochet
I used a very easy rib crochet stitch to add a bit more texture to these crochet napkin rings. Don’t run now!
The way you rib stitch crochet is by simply stitching into one loop instead of two! We did a single crochet since it’s a small project. You know how each row creates a row of chain at the top? And your next row goes into both loops of those chains? Instead, we’re just using the front row. It’s that easy.
Adapting the tutorial
I’ve shared a specific pattern for these crochet napkin rings, but you’ll find that you really don’t need to follow it! You may want yours narrower or wider, very small, or big enough to hold a very thick napkin.
The concept is so simple: just crochet a long rectangle, connect the ends, and you have a crochet napkin ring!
And since I didn’t add anything to it – it’s just a ring, try the following ways to dress it up:
- Sew on buttons
- Add beads to the center stitch of each row (do an odd number).
- Crochet a simple flower to add to the front – or maple leaves.
- Add stitching/yarn embroidery with initials or fall motifs
Crochet Napkin Rings Pattern
Supplies Needed
- Medium-weight yarn. I used size 4 worsted Super Saver yarn
- Crochet hook – I used a 5mm hook
- Darning needle
- Scissors
Stitches Used
You can do this with any stitch, and I did teach you how to do each stitch, but if you’re following my tutorial, I recommend you know the following stitches first:
- CH – chain
- SC – single crochet (we did a ribbed version of it, I’ll show you how)
Watch the YouTube video
Watch the full-length video on YouTube if you prefer to learn that way! Or scroll down for written instructions with photos. I highly recommend you also watch the video for this one – I added some tips as I worked.
How to make crochet napkin rings – step by step
1. Create a slipknot and insert your hook.
2. Chain 7. This will determine the WIDTH of your crochet napkin rings, so feel free to adjust accordingly.
3. Insert your hook into the second chain from the hook.
4. Single crochet: yarn over, pull through the first loop so that you have two loops on the hook. Yarn over again, and pull it through both loops so that you’re left with one loop on the hook.
5. Repeat this four more times (you have a total of SIX single crochets – the turning one, the one we did to show you, and now four more.)
6. Chain one turning chain.
7. Now we’re going to switch things up again. We’re still single crocheting, but we want to create a ribbed texture. So instead of inserting the hook through BOTH loops of the stitch, we’re only inserting it through the FRONT LOOP. Skip your turning stitch and start from there.
8. Single crochet five times across in the front loop only.
9. Keep repeating this process: chain 1, single crochet in the front loop only five times (skipping the first chain). Do 5-8 rows. This will depend on your tension, your preferred ring size – just keep adding rows until you have enough to form a ring the size you want it.
10. Leave about a foot of yarn and trim it from the spool. Pull the loop open, pulling the tail through until it’s hanging and no longer a loop.
11. You’ll now want to connect your ends. Attach a darning needle to your tail.
12. There are many ways you can choose to do this, but I decided to simply sew the ends together flat, to keep it as seamless as possible. Match up your first and last rows of stitches, and stitch one or two times in each of the corresponding stitches.
13. Weave in your ends and trim.
Your crochet napkin rings are complete! Now go ahead and crochet sunflowers to attach to them! Or try this free crochet daisy pattern for a lighter look.
DIY Crochet Napkin Rings
Learn how to crochet napkin rings for some cozy fall table decor!
Materials
- Medium-weight yarn. I used size 4 worsted Super Saver yarn
- Crochet hook - I used a 5mm hook
- Darning needle
- Scissors
Instructions
1. Create a slipknot and insert your hook.
2. Chain 7. This will determine the WIDTH of your crochet napkin rings, so feel free to adjust accordingly.
3. Insert your hook into the second chain from the hook.
4. Single crochet: yarn over, pull through the first loop so that you have two loops on the hook. Yarn over again, and pull it through both loops so that you're left with one loop on the hook.
5. Repeat this four more times (you have a total of SIX single crochets - the turning one, the one we did to show you, and now four more.)
6. Chain one turning chain.
7. Now we're going to switch things up again. We're still single crocheting, but we want to create a ribbed texture. So instead of inserting the hook through BOTH loops of the stitch, we're only inserting it through the FRONT LOOP. Skip your turning stitch and start from there.
8. Single crochet five times across in the front loop only.
9. Keep repeating this process: chain 1, single crochet in the front loop only five times (skipping the first chain). Do 5-8 rows. This will depend on your tension, your preferred ring size - just keep adding rows until you have enough to form a ring the size you want it.
10. Leave about a foot of yarn and trim it from the spool. Pull the loop open, pulling the tail through until it's hanging and no longer a loop.
11. You'll now want to connect your ends. Attach a darning needle to your tail.
12. There are many ways you can choose to do this, but I decided to simply sew the ends together flat, to keep it as seamless as possible. Match up your first and last rows of stitches, and stitch one or two times in each of the corresponding stitches.
13. Weave in your ends and trim.
Notes
You can do this with any stitch, and I did teach you how to do each stitch, but if you're following my tutorial, I recommend you know the following stitches first:
- CH - chain
- SC - single crochet (we did a ribbed version of it, I'll show you how)
