Christmas 2016 will be great: make decorations ++ gifts by hand

Dear users, dear authors,
Sunday is the first Sunday of Advent. Now things are getting really cozy. With one of the lovely patterns from Crazypatterns, you can relax and make wonderful decorations for Advent and Christmas—and of course Christmas gifts, too. Give it a try right away.

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These beautiful napkin rings are a wonderful eye-catcher on your festive Christmas table. Also a perfect gift for
anyone who loves something extraordinary. Using the specified yarn
and needle size, they have a diameter of approx. 10 cm.



Click here to go to the pattern:


Required materials:

• approx. 5g - 7g of yarn is needed for each napkin ring (depending on yardage and thickness); Catania by Schachenmayr with a yardage of 125m/50g was used here
• optional googly eyes (but they can also be embroidered)
• optional mini pom-pom for the nose (but it can also be embroidered)

The little dog named Waldemar is already very excited, because Christmas is coming soon and he still has to deliver all his gifts. The
pattern included Waldema the dog, overalls, hat, bone, and the
gift bag. Get this great pattern now and make
this cute Santa yourself.



Click here and you’ll go to the pattern:


Material:

• for the dog: approx. 75 grams of yarn (depending on yardage and thickness). E.g., Catania by Schachenmayr
• per gift bag approx. 10 g cotton
• Pants + hat: approx. 30 g acrylic yarn for pants and hat (here Gabi uni with a yardage of 133 m/50 g
• Crochet hook size 2.5
• possibly 2 googly eyes/safety eyes/buttons or similar
• Sewing needle
• stuffing
• 2 buttons (pants)

The moose couple Elmar and Erika are slowly getting ready for Christmas. How about you? Don’t you want to slowly start
making your first gifts too? How about these two
antlered friends? The pattern includes the moose, the overalls,
the little skirt, and the flower.



Click here to go to the pattern:


Materials:

• approx. 90 g cotton per moose, of which approx. 50 g of a main color are needed (here Catania by Schachenmayr with a yardage of 125 m / 50 g)
• crochet hook size 2.5
• safety eyes or buttons
• stuffing
• a piece of felt (not required)
• 2 buttons for the clothing (not required)

Well, look what we have here. It was simply too stormy in the forest, and now the little Christmas trees are standing there all bent over. Why don’t you give them
a home and get the pattern for these funny little
fir trees now. You can find more lovely patterns for the Christmas season in my shop.



Click here to go to the pattern:


Materials needed:

• for each little tree approx. 50g- 55 g cotton (here Catania by Schachenmayr with a yardage of 125m / 50g)
• crochet hook size 2.5
• 2 safety eyes or buttons
• stuffing
• a scrap of felt (optional)
• beads and possibly a mini pom-pom (optional)

If you’d like a slightly different door decoration instead of a wreath:




Suitable for beginners who know the basics.

Materials:

• Yarn – approx. 5–10 g each (50 g – 133 m yardage) in polyacrylic in white, yellow, black, brown, color(s) of your choice (yarn for needle size 3–4)
• Cotton yarn in green, approx. 35 g (115 m yardage / 50 g)
• Crochet hook size 3 mm
• Needle for sewing
• Half pearls, 4 and 6 mm
• Pins
• Felt fabric in white and red
• Sewing thread in black and white
• Stuffing
• Glue, e.g. rhinestone glue

You can find the patterns here:
Snowy and Woody Door Hanger
and
Eyk and Woody Door Hanger

Looking for a snowman decoration without a carrot nose for a change?

Then Snowy is just right:

Snowy

Materials:

• Yarn – approx. 40 g (50 g – 133 m running length) in white polyacrylic and approx. 20 g, e.g. blue (yarn for hook size 3–4)
• Fringe yarn
• Crochet hook in sizes 3 mm and 5 mm
• Sewing needle
• 6 mm safety eyes
• Pins
• White and red felt
• Black sewing thread
• Stuffing

Suitable for beginners with basic skills.

A penguin to love and give as a gift.

Pat Pingu
and
Peggy Pingu

The two differ only in body shape.



Material:

• Yarn – approx. 60 g (50 g – 133 m yardage) in polyacrylic in black, gray, and color of your choice; approx. 20 g each, yellow approx. 1 meter, white approx. 20 cm (yarn for needle size 3-4)
• 3 mm crochet hook
• Needle for sewing
• 8 mm safety eyes
• Pins
• White felt fabric
• Sewing thread in black, possibly yellow
• Stuffing
• Craft wire 0.5–1 mm
• Pen

Suitable for beginners.

You can already make things a little more festive with tea lights in these beautiful Christmas holders and get in the mood for the contemplative holiday season.


 
The tea light holders are made from cardstock and measure approx. 14 x 14 x 2 cm. They’re easy to make, but they should be cut and folded very precisely. The recess fits both real tea lights and the corresponding LED candles.

Crochet Pattern for a Christmas Tree

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This cute little Christmas tree will, of course, get a special spot in the living room.
Step-by-step crochet pattern for a Christmas tree. Numerous photos will help you follow the process. Required skills: single crochet, double crochet, crocheting in the round, decreases and increases, and color changes.
Difficulty level: medium.
Materials: Schachenmayr Catania 125 m/50 g, 3 mm crochet hook, craft wire, beads, stuffing.
Size: approx. 30 cm tall



Money Shit crochet pattern

Everyone wants a donkey that can sh...... money, right.......Inspired by the fairy tale "The Wishing-Table," which featured the gold donkey, I have now crocheted a money donkey. Because this donkey can not only eat the money, as shown in the picture here, but when you lift its tail, small change also falls out of its backside. This is a great way to give someone dear to you a truly original money gift. Moneyshit has a height at the withers of 27 cm (from ear tip to hoof even 44 cm) and a length of 50 cm

What you need :

Gründl Happy yarn  (100g = 250 m)

• Black
• Gray (2-3 balls )
• Light gray 
  
• Yellow
• Large safety eyes
• Stuffing material
• Large Tic Tac box
• Possibly a little sand to weigh down the legs

You should know the basics of crocheting 



A winter decoration to fall in love with or to give as a gift is the little garden gnome Schorschi with his Christmas tree.



Schorschi is easy to crochet, and the pattern includes clear step-by-step photos.
When crocheted with acrylic yarn, the tree is about 31 cm tall and the gnome is about 26 cm tall.

Materials:
2 skeins of green,
1 skein of red
scraps of brown, black, and apricot
stuffing
pipe cleaners
2 wooden skewers
glue
bells and gift ribbon
safety eyes or half-pearls

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/21620/gartenwichtel-schorschi

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/19996/weihnachts-haeschen-lovely

Christmas Bunny and Little Winter Bear are waiting to find a new home. They make a simply cuddly gift for young and old alike....

Both can be crocheted with cozy yarn as well as cotton.

For the Christmas Bunny you need
2 skeins for the body
1 skein for the clothing
stuffing
half pearls
some silk ribbon
heart-shaped nose or pink yarn 
some white felt for the eyes
eyelashes


https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/18547/winterbaerchen

Material:
2 skeins for the body
1 skein for the hat
silk ribbon
scraps for muzzle and  paws
animal nose
teddy bear eyes 
stuffing

For both patterns, single crochet, double crochet, increasing and decreasing are required.

With these two and four more stars, you can decorate your windows for Christmas now and leave them hanging long after the holiday season.  

 
 
All the stars in this set of six have one thing in common: because the individual cutting sections are very short, they are very easy to cut and therefore also suitable for crafters who don’t have much experience with a craft knife yet. The stars are made from photo cardstock and transparent paper and measure approx. 30 x 26 cm.

A wonderful gift for children are my animal slippers - whether floppy-eared dog, dachshund, Rudolph reindeer, cat, or frog prince, there’s something for every child’s taste:
Crochet Pattern Value Pack Animal Slippers


This value pack includes 4 detailed crochet patterns for the animals

• Dog (2 versions: floppy-eared dog, dachshund)
• Cat
• Rudolph reindeer
• Frog prince

each for the sizes:

• Size 23-25
• Size 26-28
• Size 29-31

Material:

• Frog prince: yarn weight 6 in light green, white, pink, yellow; crochet hooks sizes 6 and 5; 4 black safety eyes, diameter approx. 5 mm
  
• Cat: yarn weight 6 in gray, white, light green, black, pink; crochet hooks sizes 6 and 5; cat eyes if desired
  
• Dog: yarn weight 6 (e.g., Schachenmayr Boston, Lana Grossa McWool Cotton) in the colors: -> floppy-eared dog: 1 skein in light brown/beige, scraps in black and dark brown; -> dachshund: 1 skein in black-and-white variegated, scrap in black; crochet hooks sizes 6 and 5; 4 black safety eyes if desired, diameter approx. 5 mm
  
• Rudolph reindeer: yarn weight 6 in medium brown, light brown, dark brown, red; crochet hook size 6
  

stitches used:
chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet.

Difficulty level:
The pattern is suitable for crocheters who already have some practice.

Help: I’m happy to help with any questions about the pattern and while you’re making it!

Really quick crocheted Christmas gifts are the felted ballerinas—they guarantee warm feet for the whole family!
Value Pack Crocheted Felted Ballerinas "Paula"


SIZES:
Shoe sizes 20/21 to 40/41

THE PATTERN INCLUDES:
Detailed step-by-step explanations, lots of photos, tips for color variations, pattern for a crochet flower for decoration

DIFFICULTY LEVEL:
Beginner

MATERIALS NEEDED:
Felting wool (e.g., felting wool from Gründl, LL 50m/50g, Schöller+Stahl Filzi, LL 50m/50g, Schachenmayr Wash+Filz, LL 50m/50g) Amount needed: (100g-200g) crochet hook size 8

STITCHES USED:
chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, double treble crochet

Help:
If you have any questions about the pattern or while making it, I’ll be happy to help!

Great wrist warmers for your best friend – they’ll be a hit. And the best part: They can be knitted from leftover yarn and always look different.
The wrist warmers are quick and easy to make; for any slightly more complicated techniques, there are tutorials with lots of pictures.

Go to the pattern here: Click!

I'm currently busy crocheting the “Lichterzauber” lanterns. I'm giving them as Christmas gifts, but also for birthdays when I need a little extra something, e.g., to go with a cash gift. The colors can be varied however you like, so the crocheted-over jars can be used both as atmospheric lights in winter and as light-up decor in summer, when you're still sitting cozily on the patio with a bottle of wine.

You can find all the info about the required materials, the yarn used, as well as the pattern, here: to the Crocheted-Over Jars “Lichterzauber” pattern

Snowmen, Santa Claus, angels, and Christmas trees are essential Christmas decorations. With this crochet pattern, you can make them yourself—either for yourself or as a gift. The figures are about 12.5 cm tall. The pattern is richly illustrated and includes detailed step-by-step instructions. This makes it easy for beginners to follow. It’s also a great way to use up leftover yarn.

You can find all additional information—such as details on the materials and yarn used—as well as the pattern here: Crochet Pattern: Snowman, Santa Claus, Angel, and Christmas Tree

Here’s another window decoration—the good old paper snowflakes.


 
These snowflakes can be cut out of any very thin paper, such as tissue paper: First, fold the paper (the pattern explains how to do this), then place one of the 18 templates on the folded “blank” and cut along its outline. When you unfold the paper again, you’ll have beautiful six-pointed snowflakes, about 20 cm in size, which can be attached to the windows using small pieces of adhesive tape, for example.

Here’s a wonderful idea for decorating a table for Advent. This Christmas caterpillar is relatively quick to crochet and
also suitable for beginners. It’s sure to delight more than just children.



Click here to go to the caterpillar pattern:


Materials needed:

• approx. 45g - 50g cotton yarn (Catania by Schachenmayr with a length of 125m/50g was used here
• 4 LED lights
• possibly felt scraps for the nose and eyes (but they can also be embroidered)
• crochet hook size 2.5

Construction worker Herbärt is the ideal gift for boys and girls who love crafts and tools!
His tool belt has enough room to store all the tools (whether toys, real tools, writing tools, or craft tools). After work, his work clothes can also be taken off, and the bear can enjoy his evening as a “normal” teddy.

♦ Crochet yarn in various colors, recommendation: cotton with a yardage of 125 m / 50 g, 
   • White (approx. 50 g) 
   • Red (approx. 20 g) 
   • Blue (approx. 30 g) 
   • Dark brown (approx. 5 g) 
   • Yellow (approx. 25 g) 
   • Black (scrap piece) 

♦ Crochet hooks: 
   -One hook in the smallest size recommended for the yarn. 
   -One hook approx. 1 mm larger 

♦ Craft stuffing or similar for filling the bear 

♦ Safety eyes (if desired, in your preferred color and size.) 

♦ One button (in your preferred color and size)

You should know the following: crocheting in rounds, crocheting in rows, chain stitches, single crochet, double crochet, half double crochet, color changes, decreases and increases.



Get the pattern here and get started right away so you can still put Herbärt under the Christmas tree:

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/22137/haekelanleitung-bauarbeiter-herbaert

When it gets really cold outside, even the breakfast eggs start freezing ;-) Good thing Mrs Santa crocheted these little hats, which keep them nice and warm - and also create the perfect Christmas atmosphere at the breakfast table.

This crochet pattern is easy to make and comes with lots of pictures, so even beginners will quickly have a sense of achievement.
You’ll only need about 15-20g of yarn, too - so it’s the perfect project for using up small amounts of leftover yarn.



Save your breakfast eggs from freezing, too!
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/22084/eierwaermer-weihnachtsmuetzchen-haekelanleitung

Who says angels always have to be white?

This little angel is a lovely decoration that can be used in many ways... as a Christmas decoration, tree ornament, gift tag, on a Christmas garland, or even as a quick crocheted little gift...

The pattern is easy to crochet (step-by-step instructions with over 65 photos), and only a good 16 g of cotton yarn is needed, so it’s also great for leftover yarn.

>>> View the pattern <<<

Owl Bag Enni - a great gift idea for little owl fans!

This little bag can also be crocheted easily by beginners using just over 100g of colorful cotton yarn scraps; the pattern explains step by step, with over 70 photos, how the bag is made.
And it doesn’t take that long either - for somewhat experienced crocheters, the bag is finished in about 8-10 hours.

The finished bag is 19cm wide and 16cm tall.

>>> to the pattern <<<



Skills needed:

• Magic Ring/magic ring
• chain stitches
• single crochet, incl. increases and decreases
• slip stitches
• half double crochet
• double crochet, incl. increases and decreases
• standing double crochet (alternatively, you can also use chain stitches and regular double crochet, but it doesn’t look as nice) – YouTube has great videos on this, keyword "standing double crochet

Christmas is the season of love, and what better way to give love than with this cute crocheted heart with wings, “Wings of Love”?

It only takes a few hours to make, so it’s perfect if you need a quick little gift.

For the heart, you’ll need:

• Leftover yarn in white and red (e.g., Catania by Schachenmayr)
• Beads (make sure the eyelets are wide enough for the yarn to fit through)
• some stuffing
• Crochet hook size 3.0
• Pins for attaching the wings to the heart
• Sewing needle for weaving in the ends and sewing on the wings
• white sewing thread
• Scissors

Using the yarn listed above, the heart will measure about 9 cm high (excluding the loop and bead pendant) and about 16 cm wide.
You don’t need any special crocheting skills, since the heart is crocheted using only chain stitches, single crochet stitches, and double crochet stitches. However, you should have some basic knowledge of crocheting.
The pattern is 9 pages long and includes numerous pictures and charts.

And the best part: For a limited time, you can save up to 35%!

Click here for the pattern 

Knitted socks made from 6-ply Christmas sock yarn by Ferner make a wonderful gift




Socks knitted from 6-ply yarn with charts for all sizes
for purchase/download, please click the image

Socks made from 6-ply sock yarn are a little thicker – and therefore also warmer – and, above all, faster to knit than socks made from 4-ply yarn. They are especially suitable as house socks and bed socks, hut slippers, or for hiking in mountain boots. Men love socks like these in work boots.

This is basically a sock-knitting course, shown in detail with photos using children’s socks in size 32/33. All other sizes can be knitted according to the corresponding chart information for 6-ply sock yarn.

Don’t be alarmed! It’s harder to describe the process than it is to knit the socks.

Included in the download :

• PDF sock-knitting pattern - illustrated step by step (22 pages)
• Baby sock chart for 6-ply sock yarn, from newborns up to shoe size 20
• Sock chart for 6-ply sock yarn, children’s socks up to adult shoe size 47

Note:
For 4-ply sock yarns, there is a separate sock-knitting course with the corresponding charts here in my shop at https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/5603/sockenstrick-lehrgang-fuer-4-faediges-garn-alle-groessen-fuer-baby-kinder-damen-herrensocken

We need 1 ball = 150 g (yardage approx. 420 m to 450 m) up to shoe size 44; 200 g – 250 g from size 45
of a 6-ply sock yarn; used here is the especially soft Christmas yarn color 02 “Mally Socks – Lungauer Sockenwolle” by Ferner Wolle, 75% merino, 25% polyamide; gauge approx. 22 sts x 31 rows = 10 cm x 10 cm; set of double-pointed needles 3.5; row counter is helpful; measuring tape, scissors, yarn needle for weaving in ends.

These Christmas tree ornaments are made from corrugated cardboard and photo cardstock and can be customized to match your personal color preferences or the colors of your other Christmas decorations.


 
The ornaments measure approximately 8 x 7 x 5 cm and are easy to make, but when using gold or silver paint, you’ll need to hold them together a little longer than usual each time you apply glue.

For decorating during the Christmas season, I’m offering three patterns together in one value bundle.

The Little Stars are quick to crochet—as a garland, scattered little stars for the Advent table, ornaments for the Christmas tree, or as gift ribbonA Bell—as an ornament for the Christmas treeTea Light—essential for Christmas table decorations—suitable for all glasses, because it is a continuous border.

All three patterns can be crocheted with Catania by Schachenmayr or with Quattro by Lang Yarns.

Of course, you can also dip into your leftover yarn box and crochet with different yarns together.

There’s still time to decorate the table for Christmas Eve with decorations you crocheted yourselves.



Go directly to the pattern here

For everyone who doesn’t want to put up a big Christmas tree, or for anyone for whom one Christmas tree isn’t enough – here I have a pretty little Christmas tree that can be placed anywhere – whether on the windowsill or mantelpiece, on a festively set table or on your desk at the office – this little tree needs very little space, and it brings Christmas cheer wherever it goes!


 
The little 15 cm tree is made from photo cardstock and is easy to craft. Apart from the waiting time (the glitter liner needs a few hours to dry), it’s also very quick to make.

Santa on the bauble, a crocheted gift for Christmas
the bauble is kept extra simple, making it suitable even for beginners
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/22030/nikolaus-die-kuschelpuppe-oder-beleuchtete-dekoration-von-dadade



New pattern in December: for purchase/download please click the image.

Need a last-minute little gift or Christmas decoration ?
The decorative piece consists of two parts, each of which can also be used separately.

The PDF pattern is richly illustrated.

All you need is a yarn remnant of approx. 10 g of metallic yarn, e.g. used here: Nora Madeira,
25 g – 100 m, 80% viscose, 20% metallized polyester, for crochet hook size 2.5 - 3.0.

However, any yarn with a suitable crochet hook size can also be used. The size of the finished piece will then change according to the yarn. In addition, crochet hook size 2.5, scissors, and a yarn needle are needed here.

These crochet skills are required: chain stitches, single crochet stitches, half double crochet, double crochet,
treble crochet, slip stitches, crocheting in rows and crocheting in rounds. The pattern includes link tips for crochet techniques.