Crochet Christmas Trees: Step-by-Step Guide to Festive Decor

Crochet Christmas trees are a delightful way to add a touch of cozy charm to your holiday décor. These adorable little creations can be customized in all sorts of colors and styles to suit your festive aesthetic perfectly. Whether you opt for classic green with twinkling gold embellishments or go for a whimsical rainbow-themed tree, the possibilities are endless! Working on a crochet Christmas tree project can be a fun and rewarding activity that allows you to unleash your creativity while spreading Christmas cheer.

Display your handcrafted tree proudly on your mantle, as a table centerpiece, or even gift them to family and friends for a personalized touch to their holiday decorations. Crocheting these mini trees is not only a creative outlet but also a heartwarming way to usher in the holiday season with a sprinkle of handmade charm. Happy crocheting!

Yarn Used

• Hobbii Baby Snuggle in Green and Teddy
• Medium weight yellow cotton yarn

Other Items Used

• US G/4.5mm Crochet Hook
• US E/3.5mm Crochet Hook
• Yarn Needle
• Poly Fill
• Stitch Markers
• Mini Pom-Poms

Abbreviations and Stitches

• MR: Magic ring
• St(s): Stitch(es)
• SC: Single crochet
• DC: Double crochet
• BLO: Back loops only
• FL: Front loops
• Inc: Increase (Stitch 2 SC into the stitch)
• Dec: Decrease using the invisible method
• (...) x n: Repeat instructions in brackets n times
• Bobble: This pattern uses US Crochet Terms

Pattern

Tree

(Green yarn and larger hook)

R1: 6 SC in a MR
R2: (SC, inc) x 3 (9)
R3: (2 SC, inc) x 3 (12)
Add stitch markers to FLs of first and last stitch of R3
R4: 12 SC in BLO
R5: (SC, inc) x 6 (18)
R6: 18 SC
Add stitch markers to FLs of first and last stitch of R6
R7: In BLO: (2 SC, inc) x 6 (24)
R8: 24 SC
R9: (3 SC, inc) x 6 (30)
Add stitch markers to FLs of first and last stitch of R9
R10: 30 SC in BLO
R11: (4 SC, inc) x 6 (36)
R12: 36 SC
Add stitch markers to FLs of first and last stitch of R12
R13: In BLO: (2 SC, dec) x 9 (27)
R14: (SC, dec) x 9 (18)
R15: 9 dec (9)
Close and cut the yarn. Tuck the tail into the tree.

Frills

Top Frill Only:

Attach yarn in one of the unstitched front loops of R3, ch 1
(SC, DC) in each unstitched FL around
Sl st to first frill
Close and cut the yarn. Tie the two tails together and pull the knot into the tree.

Other Frills:

Attach the yarn in one of the unstitched front loops of (R6, R9, R12), ch 1
(SC, DC, SC) in each unstitched FL around
Sl st to first frill
Close and cut the yarn. Tie the two tails together and pull the knot into the tree.

Trunk

(Brown yarn and larger hook)
R1: 9 SC in a MR (crochet loosely so you can pull the ring closed)
(Alternative method: Ch 2, make 9 SC in 2nd ch from hook)
R2: 9 inc (18)
R3: 18 SC in BLO
R4-5: 18 SC
Close with sl st. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Stuff the trunk.
Use tail to sew the trunk to the base of the tree, at R14 (one round before the end).
Add more stuffing before you reach the end.

Star

(Medium/worsted weight yarn and smaller hook)
R1: 5 SC in a MR, sl st to 1st SC
R2: (ch 2, sl st into 2nd ch from hook, sl st into next st on R1) x 5

Close and cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Use a yarn needle to bring the yarn tail to the back of the star, and tie the yarn tails together.
Sew the star onto the top of the tree.

Finishing Touches

Glue pom-poms onto the tree.