Christmas 2022 for Early Starters: the Best Designs from 2021 + First Designs for 2022

Dear users, dear designers,
there may be readers who feel that it’s too early for Advent and Christmas. On the other hand, we also have readers who like to get started with Advent and Christmas during the year / as early as possible, because they enjoy making a lot themselves and don’t want to be under time pressure during Advent . I would politely ask those for whom it’s too early for Christmas to ignore this thread and, if they like, click on the bestsellers instead. To everyone who would like to get started with Christmas, I hope you have lots of fun with it.

@designers,
no quantity limit. Don’t forget links, images, info, etc. 

A wonderful decoration during the Christmas season is a nativity scene with crocheted figures. It’s ideal if you start early. You can crochet them little by little from leftover yarn and incorporate your own ideas as you go.
In my shop there are 3 patterns for this, so you can expand your nativity scene step by step. At about 10 cm, the nativity figures are an ideal size: they don’t take up too much space, but are still “crochetable.”


Basic set: Holy Family (Mary, Joseph, Christ Child in the manger), ox, donkey, poinsettia


Nativity scene expansion: 3 different shepherds, 2 different sheep, Christmas angel


Nativity scene expansion: Three Wise Men with gifts, horse, elephant, camel



The Heavenly Orchestra  with the sweet little chubby angels, each playing an instrument, is also a beautiful Christmas decoration. The angels also match the nativity figures in size and can be crocheted as an additional expansion. But you can also give one of these little angels on its own as a guardian angel, keychain, or bag charm.



Santa Claus with sleigh and reindeer
Santa Claus can also be used as an Advent calendar during Advent, refilled each day. This prevents overly curious companions from opening all the little packages too early. The individual parts (sleigh, sack, reindeer, Santa Claus) are not permanently attached to one another, so you can decorate them differently each day and signal that the Advent calendar has been filled again.


These little Christmas trees in different sizes can also be used as an Advent calendar. They are hollow inside and open at the bottom, so in the right size they can also be used as egg cozies.

If you’d like to make sustainable, reusable gift packaging for Christmas that also looks decorative, I have a few suggestions for you:

3 Christmas gift bags

 simple gift bags for St. Nicholas Day or Christmas (any size)

Santa Claus candy jar

 Nutcracker (opens up)



You can find even more Christmas crochet patterns in my shop in the Christmas collection.

Christmas makes me feel as if I were back home in (or almost in) the Erzgebirge.


Miner and Angel



Christmas Star with Candle



Christmas Tree



Doily with Seiffen Church



Christmas Runner



Christmas Star with Moose


The Christmas stars can be used as tree decorations for the Christmas tree. Maybe also as gift tags


Christmas Stars



Christmas Stars

The doilies are timeless and not just for Christmas


Doilies in Various Shapes


If you need more information, click on the caption,

I’ve only just really settled into summer and don’t quite feel like thinking about Christmas yet ;-) But if you make a lot of your own Christmas decorations or want to put lots of handmade gifts under the Christmas tree, you do of course have to start in good time. So here are a few Christmasy / wintry suggestions from me that you can get started on for Christmas already.




Knitting pattern for washcloth / dishcloth "Guardian Angel" - very easy





Knitting pattern for washcloth / dishcloth "Guardian Angel" - in doubleface





Knitting pattern for cowl "Winter Dream" - in doubleface





Crochet pattern for cowl "Winter Dream"





Knitting pattern for gift bags "From the Heart" set of 2 - in doubleface





Knitting pattern for keyhole scarf "Winter Kitten" - in doubleface



You’ll find a large selection of ideas for creative Christmas gifts in my shop. It’s best to take a look at the different collections right away:

Great motifs to knit - very easy

Beautiful decorations and fashionable accessories knitted in doubleface

If you start in good time, you can work on your Advent and Christmas projects in a totally relaxed way. No crafting under time pressure—that’s just wonderful. Here are my suggestions for you. I hope you enjoy looking at them and making them yourself.

Warm regards from Ina

Christmas or gift bag
It is crocheted from inexpensive acrylic yarn. The base is sturdy. You can use it to give all kinds of lovely things as gifts in style.



Snow crystal gift tag

You can always use it, whether as decoration in a Christmas arrangement or as a tag on a gift. It is stiffened and keeps its shape.



Advent calendar made of 24 little bags

You can crochet them wonderfully from your colorful leftover yarn. The numbers from 1 to 24 are included as a printable template. You can hang the filled bags on a hanger or arrange them on a tray.



Santa boot

Yes, you can make these yourself beautifully, too. Simply crochet lots of hexagons and join them together. Add a pom-pom and fill with surprises. After December 6, once everything has been eaten up, they still make lovely decorations.

Click here for the “Wintertime” set



Click here for the “Winterwonderland” pattern

For some Christmas preparations, it’s actually highly advisable to start early enough. For example, anyone who likes to give Advent calendars as gifts knows how much time they take and starts crafting them now.
If you’re interested in this topic, you should definitely take a look at my Advent calendar collection.

Here I really want to show you this knight’s castle.



The Advent calendar is made of photo cardstock and measures approx. 18.5 x 34 x 18.5 cm. The tower in the middle can be removed – it is packaging for gifts that do not fit into the small numbered containers.

The calendar isn’t really difficult to make, but it does require time, patience, and precision. So it is only suitable for crafters who already have some experience.

I’ve got a few ideas to share too, so you can get started in good time and won’t be under time pressure.
Small decorations can be made with very little material, and they’ll delight the recipient(s) as well as you yourself.
Here is my
Klausi


You’re sure to make a great impression with this table decoration
Candle holder for LED candle


If you enjoy crocheting with the tapestry technique, I have a placemat or doily here with an enchanting winter landscape
Pattern


These small tealight holders for LED tealights are quick to make; the pattern is available in 2 different sizes.
Tealight holder


You’re welcome to find more patterns in my shop; maybe there’s something for you. Have fun browsing and making them.

How about starting your winter and Christmas crochet with a few enchanting snowflakes and ice crystals - here are some ideas :-)

1) The enchanting little tealight holder "Let it Snow" creates a romantic atmosphere. Not difficult at all and quick to make.
Go to the pattern here



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2) Large snowflake "Neve" - a bit of yarn, a little crochet experience, and a beautiful raised pattern are the ingredients for this enchanting winter decoration.
Go to the pattern here



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3) Snowflake "Jule" - a highlight for your Christmas decorations that is as quick to make as it is clever
Go to the pattern here



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4) ... and here you can get "Neve" and "Jule" in a value set - you can combine the little snowflakes beautifully.
Go to the pattern here



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5) Snowflake "Fjolla" - clever and enchanting, perfect for crocheting up scraps
Go to the pattern here

... and of course, you can’t start early enough with Advent calendars:


1) There’s still plenty of time to make this unique “pocket calendar” and make the hearts of girls of all ages beat faster - Advent Calendar for “Fashionistas 1.0”
Click here for the pattern



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2) ... and here is the second part of the popular pocket calendar with eight more enchanting designs - Advent Calendar for “Fashionistas 2.0”
Click here for the pattern



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3) “Cute Elf Gang” Advent Calendar - crochet pattern for eight different elf motifs and cute little bags. Both the elves and the bags offer plenty of space for small gifts.
Click here for the pattern





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3) This very popular Advent calendar is already a classic - the little bags, worked with the double stitch, are perfect for embroidering with Christmas motifs.
Click here for the pattern

... and of course angels, wings, stars, and little bells are must-haves for Christmas decorations - here is a selection from my shop:


1) Angel "Lovely" - these sweet little angels with their embroiderable skirts are quick and easy to crochet thanks to the detailed description including a crochet chart. Great decoration for the Christmas tree, too.
Here is the pattern



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2) With an LED tealight under their little dress, these very popular angels glow magically and cozily when it gets dark outside - with over 4000 patterns sold, an absolute classic
Here is the pattern



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3) Sweet little bells with bows in 2 sizes each
Here is the pattern



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4) Angels in 3 sizes
Here is the pattern



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5) Stars - the shooting star is made using a combination of Tunisian and traditional crochet. A regular crochet hook without a thick handle is sufficient.
Here is the pattern



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6)  Sweet wing in three sizes - Tunisian crochet, a regular crochet hook is enough.
Here is the pattern



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7) If you want two mirror-image wings, this beautiful pair of wings with a heart might be just right for you. 
Here is the pattern



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8) Little wing pouch with mouse passengers - Advent calendar, Christmas decoration, gift pouch, etc.
Here is the pattern



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9)  Also quick to make and very decorative are these beautiful little bells.
Here is the pattern

Christmas always comes so suddenly!
Not for us, because we’re already thinking about Christmas in the summer.
We’re knitting and crocheting like busy little elves. 😊

Below I’ll show you a few bookmarks with Christmas motifs.
You can also use them as bag charms or attach them to a zipper as a pendant…

Click here to go to the Santa Hat and Boot pattern

Click here to go to the Tannenbaum Nadelnicht pattern





Click here to go to the Santa / Wicht Zipfelmütz pattern



Have a wonderful crafting day and warm greetings from Mona (Froschoma Mona)

My super-quick-to-crochet Starry Night star is really perfect for the last minute.
You can use it as a coaster, ornament, wall decoration, scatter decoration, and so much more…

Click here to go to the quick Starry Night star pattern




How about a quick snowflake?
This one has a face and is guaranteed not to thaw.

Click here to go to the quick snowflake with a face “don’t thaw” pattern






Do you maybe need a pointed hat / Christmas hat?

Click here to go to the pattern for the pointed hat / Christmas hat






Last but not least, I’ll show you one of my wrist warmers.
They are made with Christmas yarn, but can also be made with solid-colored yarn or other print yarns.
You can find even more of them here

Click here to go to the quick HoHoHo wrist warmers pattern 




Have a lovely crafting day, and warm greetings from Mona (Froschoma Mona)

Even if you want to decorate your Christmas tree with handmade ornaments, you should start crafting in good time.



I made these approx. 5 x 9 cm ornaments from photo cardstock, holographic paper, or glitter paper. Other sturdy types of paper are also very suitable for them.

With a little crafting experience and dexterity, the ornaments can be recreated very easily.

If you’d like to start crocheting for Christmas, it’s best to choose a cute amigurumi, because they’re a lot of fun both as toys and as Christmas decorations.
I now have these in my Crazy Patterns shop (all in Dutch, German, and English (US terms))



Amigurumi Crochet Pattern: Snowman



Amigurumi Crochet Pattern: Christmas Tree Doll



Amigurumi Crochet Pattern: Gingerbread Man

You simply won’t have the time for more elaborate Christmas gifts right before Christmas. To ensure your loved ones really get what you’ve planned for them, you shouldn’t put off preparing gifts for too long.

This explosion box could be prepared as much as possible now and then, shortly before Christmas, just filled with candy.



The box is about 10.5 cm tall, made of cardstock, and decorated with patterned paper.

Since Christmas comes so suddenly every year, here are a few ideas to make now:

Mureki



Seihyo



Crochet doily



Goban



Koukouten

You really can’t start early enough with Advent calendars, and in more and more households, the “fur kids” get their own calendar too.

The sewing pattern LITTLE NICK is designed for dogs, with small, semi-bone-shaped little pockets.
The little bags for the treats are lined so nothing greasy seeps through. 4 appliqué templates for adding the numbers are also included.



The Santa stocking (or rather, bone) NICK doesn’t actually need that much lead time, but maybe you have several dogs or would like to give some as gifts.
NICK comes in 3 sizes, with lining of course, and includes 4 appliqué motifs.

This bag makes a great “gift wrap” — you can use it to present your Christmas gift in a particularly thoughtful and sustainable way. Later, the recipient can use the bag for light shopping or to store small items. 

Only knit and purl stitches are needed, so advanced beginners can easily make the bag. The lower section consists of a simple slip-stitch pattern, which is explained in detail. The motifs are written out stitch by stitch. There is also a knitting chart if you prefer to work from a chart.



Knitting pattern “lovely things” - shopper, beach bag, gift bag...

Are there any other nice patterns?

I think these guardian angel bears are a pretty idea for Christmas, also as a gift


Crochet pattern Guardian Angel Bears



or how about this Christmas star garland


Crochet pattern Christmas Star Garland





this elegant Christmas door wreath is sure to look great on your door 


Crochet pattern Elegant Door Wreath





how about this decorative jar, for monetary gifts for example


Crochet pattern Decorative Jar for Monetary Gifts




and you can find many more great Christmas ideas in my shop in the Christmas Ideas collection Collections (crazypatterns.net)