Size:
worked with Cotton DK Yarn approx.: 11 x 10.5 cm
You can also use Aran weighted yarn with which the size will be bigger, just make sure to adjust the crochet hook as well.
Material:
Crochet hook 3 mm
Cotton DK Yarn in different colours.
For the Christmas tree:
White (W): 8 gr.
Green (G): 6 gr.
Yellow (Y): 2 gr.
Red: (R): 2 gr.
Brown (B): 1 gr.
For the Snowflake:
Blue (B): 9 gr.
White (W): 7 gr.
Abbreviations: (I use US Terms)
ST: Stitch
SC: Single Crochet
CH: Chain stitch
DC: Double Crochet
SS: Slip Stitch
you can find the abbreviations for the colours in the material list.
Important information’s for the pattern:
The beginning chain stitch is not counted as a stitch. Each row consists of 40 single crochet stitches, and the even rows are considered return rows.
A basic understanding of tapestry crochet is essential, as it is not explained in detail. Additionally, you should know how to carry yarns, as I do not provide explanations on where the yarn is carried or where a new ball for the same colour is started.
I find that it looks even better when the return rows are crocheted backwards. I always do this with tapestry crochet projects. I turn the work as usual but insert the hook from back to front, pick up the yarn from underneath, and pull it behind the work, then grab the yarn again to complete the single crochet. The strands are crocheted around as in traditional tapestry crochet, and the unused yarn is always carried along. These techniques help make the corners clearer and the pattern in the design more even.
You can find a more detailed explanation with a photo here:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/blog/4024/free-crochet-pattern-for-a-lovely-pumpkin-coaster-to-make-yourself
The Snowflake:
Let's get started:
Cast on 29 stitches in Blue
1. Row: Ch 1, 28 B
2. Row: Ch 1, 28 B
3. Row: Ch 1, 28 B
4. Row: Ch 1, 6 B, 1 W, 2 B, 1 W, 8 B, 1 W, 2 B, 1 W, 6 B
5. Row: Ch 1, 4 B, 1 W, 1 B, 1 W, 2 B, 2 W, 6 B, 2 W, 2 B, 1 W, 1 B, 1 W, 4 B
6. Row: Ch 1, 5 B, 2 W, 2 B, 3 W, 4 B, 3 W, 2 B, 2 W, 5 B
7. Row: Ch 1, 3 B, 4W, 2 B, 4 W, 2 B, 4 W, 2 B, 4 W, 3 B
8. Row: Ch 1, 7 B, 1 W, 2 B, 3 W, 2 B, 3W, 2 B, 1 W, 7 B
9. Row: Ch 1, 8 B, 1 W, 2 B, 2 W, 2 B, 2 W, 2 B, 1 W, 8 B
10. Row: Ch 1, 3 B, 4 W, 2 B, 1 W, 2 B, 1 W, 2 B, 1 W, 2 B, 1 W, 2 B, 4 W, 3 B
11. Row: Ch 1, 4 B, 4 W, 2 B, 1 W, 6 B, 1 W, 2 B, 4 W, 4 B
12. Row: Ch 1, 5 B, 4 W, 2 B, 1 W, 1 B, 2 W, 1 B, 1 W, 2 B, 4 W, 5 B
13. Row: Ch 1, 6 B, 4 W, 2 B, 4 W, 2 B, 4W, 6 B
14. Row: Ch 1, 11B, 2 W, 2 B, 2 W, 11B
15. Row: Ch 1, 11B, 2 W, 2 B, 2 W, 11B
16. Row: Ch 1, 6 B, 4 W, 2 B, 4 W, 2 B, 4W, 6 B
17. Row: Ch 1, 5 B, 4 W, 2 B, 1 W, 1 B, 2 W, 1 B, 1 W, 2 B, 4 W, 5 B
18. Row: Ch 1, 4 B, 4 W, 2 B, 1 W, 6 B, 1 W, 2 B, 4 W, 4 B
19. Row: Ch 1, 3 B, 4 W, 2 B, 1 W, 2 B, 1 W, 2 B, 1 W, 2 B, 1 W, 2 B, 4 W, 3 B
20. Row: Ch 1, 8 B, 1 W, 2 B, 2 W, 2 B, 2 W, 2 B, 1 W, 8 B
21. Row: Ch 1, 7 B, 1 W, 2 B, 3 W, 2 B, 3W, 2 B, 1 W, 7 B
22. Row: Ch 1, 3 B, 4W, 2 B, 4 W, 2 B, 4 W, 2 B, 4 W, 3 B
23. Row: Ch 1, 5 B, 2 W, 2 B, 3 W, 4 B, 3 W, 2 B, 2 W, 5 B
24. Row: Ch 1, 4 B, 1 W, 1 B, 1 W, 2 B, 2 W, 6 B, 2 W, 2 B, 1 W, 1 B, 1 W, 4 B
25. Row: Ch 1, 6 B, 1 W, 2 B, 1 W, 8 B, 1 W, 2 B, 1 W, 6 B
26. Row: Ch 1, 28 B
27. Row: Ch 1, 28 B
28. Row: Ch 1, 28 B
Finish off the piece, but leave a long tail for the attachment to the stick. Weave in all loose ends, and don't forget to block your piece at the end. 😊
The explanation on how to sew on the piece to the stick is after the Tree pattern.
The Christmas tree:
Let’s get started:
Cast on 29 stitches in white
1. Row: Ch 1, 28 W
2. Row: Ch 1, 13 W, 2 B, 13 W
3. Row: Ch 1, 13 W, 2 B, 13 W
4. Row: Ch 1, 3 W, 21 G, 4 W
5. Row: Ch 1, 5 W, 3 G, 1 Y, 9 G, 1 R, 5 G, 4 W
6. Row: Ch 1, 5 W, 17 G, 6 W
7. Row: Ch 1, 7 W, 15 G, 6 W
8. Row: Ch 1, 7 W, 10 G, 1 R, 2 G, 8 W
9. Row: Ch 1, 9 W, 11 G, 8 W
10. Row: Ch 1, 5 W, 17 G, 6 W
11. Row: Ch 1, 7 W, 15 G, 6 W
12. Row: Ch 1, 7 W, 3 G, 1 R, 9 G, 8 W
13. Row: Ch 1, 9 W, 3 G, 1 Y, 7 G, 8 W
14. Row: Ch 1, 9 W, 9 G, 10 W
15. Row: Ch 1, 7 W, 15 G, 6 W
16. Row: Ch 1, 7 W, 3 G, 1 Y, 9 G, 8 W
17. Row: Ch 1, 9 W, 4 G, 1 R, 6 G, 8 W
18. Row: Ch 1, 9 W, 9 G, 10 W
19. Row: Ch 1, 11 W, 7 G, 10 W
20. Row: Ch 1, 8 W, 7 G, 1 Y, 3 G, 9 W
21. Row: Ch 1, 10 W, 7 G, 1 R, 1 G, 9 W
22. Row: Ch 1, 10 W, 7 G, 11 W
23. Row: Ch 1, 12 W, 5 G, 11 W
24. Row: Ch 1, 12 W, 1 G, 1 Y, 1 G, 13 W
25. Row: Ch 1, 13 W, 3 Y, 12 W
26. Row: Ch 1, 13 W, 1 Y, 14 W
27. Row: Ch 1, 28 W
28. Row: Ch 1, 28 W
Finish off the piece same as the first one, but leave a long tail for the attachment to the stick. Weave in all loose ends, and do not forget to block your piece at the end.
Use a stick of your preferred length and sew each stitch onto the piece using a needle. Attach each stitch securely. At the end, tie a string to create a hanger by making knots on both sides.
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