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The polar bear Manni in a Christmas elf costume is the ideal companion for the upcoming Christmas season! 

You’ll receive a very detailed step-by-step pattern with lots of pictures. So the pattern is definitely suitable for ambitious beginners.



To crochet a bear, you’ll need:
- crochet yarn in the colors you want
-a matching crochet hook
-stuffing
-safety eyes
-A little bell (if desired)

You should know the following: 
chain stitches, slip stitches, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, decreases and increases, color changes


So, get the pattern here and get started right away! 

I hope you have lots of fun. :-)

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CROCHET PATTERNS FOR ST. NICHOLAS DAY & CHRISTMAS

Here are a few ideas for the Christmas season; all patterns are written beginner-friendly and without abbreviations.

You can find the patterns and more detailed information about the materials by clicking on the corresponding photos.

Christmas stocking

As a St. Nicholas sock, gift wrapping, or simply as decoration, this stocking is a great eye-catcher.

Santa Claus ornament

Just the applique from the stocking makes a great ornament on gifts or fir branches.

The following skills should be familiar:

• magic ring
• chain stitches and single crochet
• ½ double crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet

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Money gift as Christmas decoration

Wrapping and decoration in one, giving your money gift a personal touch

Crocheted with:

• chain stitches
• slip stitches
• single crochet
• half double crochet
• double crochet

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Angel Big-Bärbel

Made from leftover yarn, this angel is quick to make and has an imperfect charm.

The following skills should be familiar:

• magic ring
• chain stitches
• slip stitches
• single crochet
• half double crochet

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“Oh Christmas Tree” potholder

A lovely little gift that’s quick to make; potholders are always useful.
It is crocheted with half double crochet and bobble stitches following a chart.

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How about a "St. Nicholas stocking" - any size you like - depending on how "good" the recipient was this past year ;-):


Knitting pattern
Socks made from 6-ply yarn - tutorial with charts for all sizes




(To purchase/download, please click the image)

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

This is basically a sock-knitting tutorial, 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 .


Included in the download :

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

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, here using 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.

For 4-ply sock yarns, there is a separate sock-knitting tutorial with 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

Here are my small projects for the Advent / St. Nicholas / Christmas / New Year’s Eve season:
1. Tablecloth “Christmas Spirit”


A tablecloth with a diameter of approx. 48 cm in a beautiful dark green color with a bit of silvery glitter. Very suitable for the Christmas season; it can be used not only as a tablecloth, but also works very well as a base for the Christmas tree stand.
For the tablecloth you will need: • crochet thread 10, Maddison (50g, 250m) color no. 10 dark green • De Luxe crochet thread, Maddison (20g, 154m) color no. 01 silver • crochet hook no. 1.00
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/32172/tischdecke-unterlage-fuer-den-christbaumstaender

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https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/34378/deko-untersetzer-kleine-schneeflocken




The decorations/coasters “little snowflakes” with a diameter of approx. 10 cm are very suitable for the Christmas season and create a cozy atmosphere. They can be placed beautifully on the festive table as coasters for candle holders or used as door and window decorations. Not much thread is needed to make one snowflake, so these can be crocheted from leftover thread.

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Christmas decoration “Christmas tree”
The decoration “Christmas tree” is very suitable for the Christmas season and creates a cozy atmosphere. It can be crocheted in various Christmas colors and decorated with silvery glitter or little beads. A good way to use up leftover yarn beautifully.It is quick to crochet, has an easy difficulty level, and should be no problem for a beginner. The detailed pattern consists of 14 pages and is described step by step in German with numerous photos.

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/33655/weihnachtsdeko-weihnachtsbaum-haekelanleitung

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Tablecloth “Christmas trees with beads” crochet patternThe decorative tablecloth “Christmas trees with beads” is a dark green tablecloth with Christmas tree motifs and beads. Very suitable for the Christmas season, e.g. as a mat for cookie cups. For the tablecloth (length approx. 38 cm, width approx. 30 cm) you will need: • crochet thread 10, Maddison (50g, 250m) color no. 10 dark green • Pro Lana crochet thread, Häkelstar 100, color no. 30 red • beads (diameter approx. 3–4 mm) 12 x 3 = 36 • crochet hook no. 1.00


https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/32903/tischdecke-weihnachtbaeume-mit-perlen

A friendly Santa Claus as a decoration for St. Nicholas Day or Christmas - it’s sure to bring joy and makes a perfect Secret Santa gift. You can even use this one for Easter, because it holds a little surprise:

Turn the inside out and you have an Easter bunny! So if you don’t finish this crochet project by Christmas - no big deal. You’ll definitely manage it by Easter!
The reversible doll is crocheted using Catania cotton yarn by Schachenmayr and a 2.5 mm crochet hook. For the beard and the white fur, you’ll also need a little white fluffy yarn (Doudou by Lang Yarns).
Click here for the pattern and more details.

I'm dreaming of a white Christmas...
Almost everyone wishes for snow at Christmas. If it keeps you waiting, you can bring a little winter atmosphere into your home with these small crocheted snowflakes. They are quick and easy to crochet and an eye-catcher on any seasonal table! You need white and skin-colored cotton yarn (Catania), thin white fluffy yarn (Doudou by Lang Yarns), and silver glitter yarn (Glitter by Gründel). You can also embellish the little dresses with glass beads.
You can find the pattern here! Get it now!

Looking for a little something for a neighbor or a small, personal Secret Santa gift? With an empty jam jar, a few scraps of leftover yarn, stuffing, and a crochet hook, you can whip up this charming candy jar with a knitting snowman as the lid. You can then fill the jar with the recipient’s favorite candies. This is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face!
Download the pattern here!

Knitting Pattern: Wendy the Snowman
     Go to the pattern!

*With Wendy, you can get creative with your Christmas decorations.
Whether as a tree ornament or a window decoration, this little guy is
a real treat for the eyes!

*With 50 g of Baby Smiles, you can knit about 10 snowmen!*

Size: approx. 12 cm

Materials:
Schachenmayr Baby Smiles Lenja Soft
White 5 g for 1 snowman
Leftover yarn for the scarf and hat
Perlon thread for the hanger
Plush pom-pom
Stuffing

Difficulty: very easy

Pattern: PDF format

The knitting technique for the body and scarf, as well as the different hat variations,
are described in detail. The pattern is supplemented with pictures.

If you’ve already bought some Christmas gifts and would like to wrap them right away, I might have just the right container here.



The pretty little Christmas tree is made from photo cardstock, measures approx. 25 x 20.5 x 11 cm, and is easy to make with a little crafting experience.

So you don’t forget which gift you wrapped for whom, I’ve prepared these Christmas gift tags for you. If you write on the back who the gift is from and who it’s for, you won’t get confused later, and the recipient will know who to thank for the gift.



The gift tags are 5.5 to 6 cm tall, made from cardstock, and partially decorated with glitter liner. You’ll get a total of 17 templates (4 large ones for the background and 13 smaller ones for decorating). The tags are very easy to make and are also great for beginners and for crafting with kids.

Cute Christmas Frame—Quick & Easy to Crochet 



Sometimes you just don’t know what to give a loved one for Christmas or St. Nicholas Day. Many people these days just want cash or gift cards, and those are usually pretty boring when it comes to packaging.

With this crochet-covered Christmas frame, you can not only give a beautiful family photo as a gift but also present a gift card or cash in a decorative way.

The frame is super quick to make and is also great for beginners.

Difficulty level: Easy

What you’ll need:

Gründl Happy yarn (100 g = 250 m LL)

• Red, approx. 30–40 g
• A few grams of baby pink, a little black, and white
• Stuffing and googly eyes
• A color-coordinated picture frame for 10x15 photos with a frame width/depth of 1 cm x 2 cm
• Size 4 crochet hook, yarn needle, and scissors
• (Spray) glue, or a hot glue gun if needed
• A pom-pom maker (two cardboard discs also work as a pom-pom maker—there are videos on YouTube showing how)

Skills required:

Magic ring, single crochet, half double crochet, crocheting stitches together, sewing on

Crochet Pattern Rudolf the Reindeer

Get the pattern here




Who doesn’t know Rudolf the Reindeer with his red nose? Yes, that time is coming around again soon, and no living room should be without the famous reindeer. This sweet guy decorates any shelf and creates a festive Christmas mood.

In my 14-page crochet pattern with lots of pictures, I describe step by step how to make Rudolf, so he can soon decorate your living room too.

The pattern is great for beginners, since you only need to know the magic ring, single crochet, and chain stitches.

Difficulty level: Easy

What you’ll need:

• Gründl Happy yarn (250 m yardage per 100 g) beige – approx. 200 g – black or brown, white, red (a little of each), lots of stuffing
• Wiggly eyes or white buttons
• Hook size 3.5, yarn needle, and scissors**

If you can handle having fun at Christmas, you’ll also have fun with my
 crochet pattern “Stripping Santa Claus”



You should be allowed to have a few laughs at Christmas and step outside the box once in a while....

Did you know that Santa only works as Father Christmas as a side job? Actually, he’s the original forefather of the Chippendales, as you can see from the following pictures :)

The pattern is easy to follow for beginners with a little practice, advanced crocheters, and pros. Complete beginners might have trouble in a few places. But I’m always happy to help with questions.

Difficulty level: Medium to Difficult 

What you need:

Gründl Happy yarn: 

• Pink approx. 250 g 
  
• Red approx. 250 g 
  
• White approx. 100 g 
  
• Black 50–60 g 
  
• Light gray approx. 5 g 
  
• Brown approx. 2–3 g 
  
• Beige approx. 10 g

• Some craft wire and sturdy wire mesh for fingers, joints, and the parts you would like to stabilize or make movable
  
• Some white fabric and a black permanent marker for the eyes and mouth (possibly googly eyes for the reindeer briefs)
  
• Glue
  
• Crochet hook size 4, yarn needle, scissors, and stuffing
  

A pom-pom maker would be good for the pom-pom on the hat; alternatively, use two cardboard discs and Google a relevant YouTube video

What you need to know: 

Magic ring, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, increasing and decreasing stitches

Every year again...
Christmas time = crochet time
Nothing beats a festively decorated table!

Filet crochet is wonderfully suited for creating a decorative Christmas atmosphere.
This pattern is perfect for beginners - this table runner will be finished in no time!

A detailed description of the filet technique can be found in the pattern.
A counting chart guides you through the Christmas motif.

The finished table runner is approximately 60 x 20 cm in size.
However, the stated gauge and the chart leave room for custom lengths.

And here’s the pattern and more details...

 

Giving gifts is simply the most wonderful thing—especially at Christmas!
So why not make the gift wrapping yourself, too?

With these two “Christmas bags,” you’re sure to make someone happy, and they’re finished in no time!
Reindeer bag: approx. 17 x 15 cm
X-Mas bag: approx. 12 x 15 cm

So with one purchase, you get 2 patterns at once!

A detailed step-by-step explanation, schematics, and charts guide you through the knitting process.



 

From the popular dish sponge yarn:

Dish Sponge Ball with or without a Face plus Dishcloth - Crochet Pattern



(To purchase/download, please click the image)

Quick to crochet with the popular dish sponge yarn (washable at 60°C in the dishwasher or washing machine).

Included in the download :

• PDF crochet pattern for a dish sponge ball with an embroidered face (diameter approx. 7 cm)
• PDF crochet pattern for a dishcloth (size: approx. 20 cm x 20 cm)

Both patterns include

• a short version and
• a detailed, illustrated pattern plus crochet basics with all stitches used.

Addition to the dishcloth pattern: if you would like to crochet a hanger onto the cloth, you can crochet the hanger according to the dish sponge ball pattern.

The embroidered little face gives the dish sponge ball a fun touch for gifts. If the ball (not filled) is pushed outward, it is a smiling dish sponge; pushed inward, it is a “Halloween face.” If left without a “face,” the ball also makes a pretty Christmas ornament .

Materials for 1 dishcloth + 1 dish sponge ball:
approx. 50 g Rico Creative Bubble, 100% polyester, e.g. color 007 light blue + 50 g (or leftover yarn) color 012 black, 50 g – 100 m, washable at 60 °C in the dishwasher, crochet hook 4.0; , scissors, yarn needle for weaving in ends.

If the dishcloth is used as a potholder, please use 100% cotton yarn because of its heat resistance.

If you’re still looking for lovely gift packaging for Christmas, then Fredo the Christmas Sack might be just the thing.
And he’s also perfect as pretty Christmas decor or a doorstop.

click here for the pattern

     

You’ll receive a detailed 13-page pattern with lots of photos for quick and easy making.
Fredo measures approx. 25 cm in height and width.

Also suitable for beginners

Required skills:
The pattern does not include a basic course. You should know how to crochet single crochet stitches, half double crochet, a magic ring, increases and decreases, as well as chain and slip stitches.

You will also need:

• approx. 300 g yarn (hook size 3 - 4) in red
• approx. 50 g each of yarn in white and black, a leftover amount of brown
• crochet hooks sizes 2.5 and 4.5
• yarn needle, darning needle, stuffing
• possibly plastic disc Ø approx. 12 cm, 2 cardboard discs Ø 6 cm