Advent and Christmas 2018 at a Glance

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here in this thread you’ll find a selection of the best and most beautiful patterns for Advent and Christmas.
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Christmas without reindeer?
That’s unthinkable, of course—after all, who would pull Santa’s sleigh?
The best thing to do is to quickly grab the beginner-friendly crochet pattern for the little reindeer and get started right away!
That way, you’ll have plenty of time to make yourself a little herd of reindeer!

You’ll find all the information about materials and required skills in the description.



Click here for the pattern 

In the mood for something new?

A fresh breeze comes to the table during Advent.
Instead of the traditional round wreath made of fir greenery, lifebuoys bring maritime flair to the pre-Christmas season—now that’s a very different Advent wreath.

Crochet pattern for a different kind of Advent wreath


It is crocheted with chain stitches, slip stitches, single crochet stitches, as well as half double crochet and double crochet stitches.
The pattern is well suited for beginners.

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This Advent calendar is also a wonderful winter decoration, and it’s perfect for the whole family. Every evening, Mother Hulda’s bag is filled and the shutters are closed. This makes the wait for Christmas exciting in a fairy-tale way.

Mother Hulda Advent calendar


To make it, you should be familiar with the following:
magic ring, chain stitches, slip stitches, single crochet stitches, half double crochet stitches, as well as increasing and decreasing stitches.

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This makes your money gift more personal; after the sack is emptied, the picture can still serve as a fun Christmas decoration.

Made from leftover yarn, it is quick and easy to crochet using chain stitches, slip stitches, single crochet stitches, as well as half double crochet and double crochet stitches

Money gift as Christmas decoration


You can find exact material details in the pattern descriptions. All patterns are written beginner-friendly, without abbreviations.

Star Stella - in 3 sizes
the star decoration for Advent



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With Star Stella, you can quickly conjure up a wonderful Christmas decoration. Whether as window decor, a door wreath, a tree ornament, a gift tag, table decoration, etc. - Star Stella always looks great. All you need is a little yarn and basic crochet skills.

As always, the pattern is richly illustrated and describes step by step how you can crochet this star set from leftover yarn —even as a beginner. For advanced crocheters, crochet charts are included.

Are you looking for little gifts for your children's Advent calendar? These Christmas finger puppets are perfect as fillers for the Advent calendar.

If you like, you can also tuck small vouchers into the finger sleeve. The reindeer, Santa Claus, and the snowman will help shorten the wait until Christmas. You can invent and act out funny or exciting Advent stories about the three of them.

To crochet them, you only need a few colorful bits of leftover yarn.

Click here for the pattern!

What would the Christmas season be without little angels?
whether classic white or colorful - they always look wonderful



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This little angel makes a wonderful decoration, whether as Christmas decor, a tree ornament, a gift tag, on a Christmas garland, or even as a small gift to bring along...

As always, the pattern is richly illustrated and explains step by step how you can crochet these little angels from a few yarn scraps - even as a beginner .

The little angels shown are approx. 10 cm tall and were crocheted from just under 20 g of cotton yarn (e.g. Gründl Cotton Fun LL 115m/50g).

During Advent, even the breakfast table should be set for Christmas! These egg cozies are quick to crochet from a little leftover yarn and are a real eye-catcher for any Advent-themed table—even if you don’t use them as egg cozies at all, but simply as table decorations! They also make great little gifts or Secret Santa presents.
Click here to go to the pattern!

No Christmas without Santa Claus
Santa Claus with a white bushy beard and a cheerful grin



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The little Santa Claus is wonderfully suited as window decoration, door decoration, tree ornament, etc. With a few leftover yarn scraps and basic crochet skills, the Santa Claus is quick to crochet.

As always, the pattern is richly illustrated and contains step-by-step instructions, so even beginners can quickly achieve a great result.

The Santa Claus shown was crocheted from just over 30g of cotton yarn (e.g., Gründl Cotton Fun LL 115m/50g) and is approx. 23cm tall.

An Easter bunny for Christmas?
Surprise! Just turn it inside out, like this: And what do you get?
That’s right, Santa Claus!
Isn’t that an original idea? Whether as a Secret Santa gift or for yourself, you simply have to have this “Nikolausi Easter Bunny”! It’s not hard to crochet. I used Catania cotton yarn and some white fluffy yarn.
Get the pattern right here!

Knitting pattern_Wendy the Snowman

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*With Wendy, you can get creative with your Christmas decorations.
Whether as a tree ornament or as
window decor, this little guy
is a real eye-catcher!
*With 50 g of Baby Smiles you can knit about
10 snowmen in the colors of your choice!*
He is knitted without any increases or decreases.
You can choose the colors for the hat and scarf based on your leftover yarn stash
to suit your taste.

Size: approx. 12 cm

Materials: Schachenmayr Baby Smiles Lenja Soft
White 5 g for 1 snowman
leftover yarn for scarf and hat
nylon thread for hanger
plush pom-pom
stuffing for filling
Difficulty: very easy

To make reading Christmas stories aloud a special experience for young listeners, you can use this pattern to crochet a hand puppet that brings your story to life.

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Rudolph - The Red Nosed Moose is crocheted using cotton yarn with a yardage of 125 m/50 g and a size 3 crochet hook, and requires basic crochet skills and some experience with amigurumi.

And now, have fun getting into the Christmas spirit!

" Little Christmas Trees with Pearl Decorations " Decor
" Little Christmas Trees with Pearl Decorations " Decor, Christmas tree ornaments crochet patternIn three steps, a lovely decoration/Christmas tree ornament for Christmas is quick and easy to make: 1 - crochet2 - fold3 - sew on pearls. The decorations (size approx. 8 cm x 10 cm) are very well suited for Advent and the Christmas season and create a cozy atmosphere. They can also be beautifully used as door or window decorations for the festive season. Not much yarn is needed to make one decoration, so they can be crocheted from leftover yarn. Ideal use for leftover yarn!

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The decorations/coasters " little snowflakes "

with a diameter of approx. 10 cm are very well suited for the Christmas season and create a cozy atmosphere. They can be beautifully placed on the festive table as coasters for candle holders or used as door and window decorations. And of course as Christmas tree ornaments . Not much yarn is needed to make one snowflake, so they can be crocheted from leftover yarn. A lovely way to use up leftovers!



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**************************************Tablecloth " Christmas Mood " crochet patternA tablecloth with a diameter of approx. 48 cm in a beautiful dark green color with a bit of silver glitter. Very well suited 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 • Crochet thread De Luxe, Maddison (20g, 154m) color no. 01 silver • Crochet hook no. 1.00I am happy to answer any questions and wish you lots of fun and joy with this project!

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Colorful Advent Calendar

What would Christmas—or the exciting time leading up to it—be without it? A little surprise every day is sure to delight everyone. This cheerful Advent calendar consists of 24 colorful pouches that you can crochet using just a few grams of yarn and a size 3.5 crochet hook. You can use all your colorful yarn scraps!

Afterward, you can decide whether you want to hang the pouches on a coat hanger—so you can carry it from one room to the next—or hang it on the wall:



Or you can arrange all the little pouches on a festively decorated tray. The red stars with the numbers 1 through 24 are included as a printable template.



So you can get started right away with crocheting and decorating. And of course, you’ll need to fill them with candy or little surprises at the end ;-)

A grandma once wrote to me saying she’d made one of these Advent calendars for each of her five grandchildren. That’s 120 little bags! She enjoyed crocheting them because it’s pretty straightforward and you make quick progress. Plus, she was able to use up her colorful yarns. And her grandchildren had fun all through December—and Grandma was the best!



After Christmas, you can also fill the little pouches with Easter eggs and place them on the Easter table. Easter surprises deserve to be hidden away nicely, too.

I hope you have lots of fun with this project—Yours, Ina

St. Nicholas Boot

A lovely old tradition: St. Nicholas hides candy in a St. Nicholas boot for well-behaved people. It doesn’t have to be those thick leather boots in the hallway. They can also be pretty, colorful, handmade ones that attract admiring glances as decorations.

You can crochet it in traditional Christmas colors or in your granddaughter’s favorite colors just for her. It’s sure to be one-of-a-kind and will be happily used again every year.



The pom-poms look like snowballs and are a must:



In the crochet pattern, I explain and demonstrate everything in great detail. Even a beginner can do it. I hope you have lots of fun with this project—Yours, Ina

Snow Crystal

Less colorful, but all the more beautiful and elegant, is this small white stiffened snow crystal. It is quick to crochet and can be used in many ways: as a gift tag, Christmas tree ornament, decoration in a Christmas arrangement, or on a festively set table. You could also give it on its own as a St. Nicholas Day gift. Since it is stiffened, it keeps its beautiful shape even when used for decorating.

It is crocheted with a 2.5 mm crochet hook and "Catania Fine" (yardage 160 meters/50 g). For more information, simply click on the heading.

I wish you lots of joy with this Christmas project - Yours, Ina

PS. You can also simply tie it to the gift bag - that way there are 2 gifts at once :-)



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

These two “Christmas bags” are sure to bring joy, 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, diagrams and charts guide you through the knitting process.



 

Christmas time = crochet time
Nothing beats a festively decorated Christmas table!

Filet crochet is perfect for creating a decorative Christmas atmosphere.
This pattern is ideal 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 allow room for individual lengths.

And here you can find the pattern and more details...

 

Year after year...
... it's a wonderful time to decorate your home, and especially the tree, for Christmas!
A personal touch is added in no time.

Whether for the tree or as a gift tag - these 3 ornaments are simple and quick to crochet.
They’re also eye-catching as appliqués.

Even beginners will enjoy this pattern.
Three clear crochet charts guide you through each motif.

The sizes of the finished ornaments are:

• Angel: approx.       9 x 10 cm
• Star: approx. 8 x 8 cm
• Bells: approx. 10 x 5 cm

A gauge for any adaptations can also be found in the pattern.

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

 

Reindeer usually live in North America or in northern Europe and Asia. But not Raphael the Reindeer.
He prefers to live in a cozy, comfortable home—and not just during the winter and Christmas season.
Using the materials listed, Raphael the Reindeer will be 30 cm tall. Personally, I recommend using cotton yarn for making all of my stuffed animals and dolls.
The pattern includes many step-by-step photos to make the project easier. However, basic knowledge of crocheting (single crochet, increases/decreases, spiral rounds, etc.) is required.
The following materials are needed for this project:

• 100 g of brown cotton yarn
• 50 g of red cotton yarn
• 50 g of white cotton yarn
• Leftover cotton yarn in light gray, natural, and black
• a pair of safety eyes, 9 mm, in blue-black
• stuffing
• Crochet hook size 3

Click here for the pattern:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/32595/haekelanleitung-raphael-rentier

These decorative little bells with bows are crocheted just as quickly as they are easily—in 2 sizes

You can use these pretty bells and bows as both
Christmas tree ornaments and gift tags, decorations for the
Advent wreath, or table decorations.

Go to the pattern here



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These pretty pendants aren’t only useful during the Christmas season (e.g., as tree ornaments, gift tags, decorations for the Advent wreath, or table decorations), but also throughout the year as little guardian angels, lucky charms, keychains, for the car, etc.

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You can also use this Advent calendar as a decoration—the little forest of 24 miniature fir trees looks great even before Advent and after Christmas.



Each of these Advent calendar trees consists of three layers and a container. All parts are crafted separately and then assembled using a thin wire. The little fir trees are made of photo cardstock, are about 8 cm tall, and are easy to make, even for beginners.

A very classic decoration is this Santa stocking

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/34879/elfensocke-weihnachts-strumpf-haekelanleitung

This sock is perfect as packaging for a gift and can then continue to be used as a pretty decoration.

Crocheted with a 3.5 mm hook, the stocking will be approx. 20 cm tall.

You can find more information in the product description in my shop.

If you love to treat your loved ones to homemade chocolates, then you’re surely always on the lookout for the right packaging. With this praline box you’ve already got the perfect container for Christmas!



This box is made of photo cardstock, measures approximately 17 x 4 x 16 cm, and is designed for chocolates with a diameter of about 3 cm. It’s not difficult to make, but you should already have some crafting experience.

This way to the Advent calendar

A new idea of mine brought to life. Each house is designed differently.

• Materials: Catania Originals yarn, yardage 125 m/50 g (colors according to list),
  crochet hook size 2.5, pins, scissors, sewing needle, stuffing, transparent nylon thread
  
• Explanation of abbreviations: CH - chain stitches SL ST - slip stitches STUF - stuffing
  SC - single crochet CC - color change

Floppy Animal Rudolph - The Red-Nosed Moose...

... is a mix between a reindeer and a moose and is perfect as Christmas decoration, a toy, and a cuddly toy, and he is even big enough for a music box.


Click here for Rudolph   


You will need

• cotton yarn (yardage 125 m/50 g) in medium brown (< 100 g), dark brown (< 50 g), scraps in wine red, white, and black
  
• a size 3 crochet hook
• stuffing
• safety eyes (13.5 mm)
• optional music box mechanism, rattle inserts, roasting tube as crinkle foil
• basic knowledge of crocheting in spiral rounds, single crochet stitches, and chain stitches

If you have any questions about the pattern, you can contact me anytime—and now have fun crocheting and looking forward to Christmas ***

This Advent calendar is very easy to make, but like most Advent calendars, it takes a little time—after all, you’ll need to make 24 containers. So it’s best to start crafting right away!



The calendar is made of photo cardstock and consists of simple hexagonal boxes. When finished, it measures approximately 33.5 x 35.5 x 5.5 cm. To ensure everything fits together properly in the end, precision is very important; otherwise, you don’t need any special prior knowledge. 

Wilhelm Santa Claus will soon have plenty to do: the Christmas season is not far off.
Using the specified materials, Wilhelm Santa Claus will be 28 cm tall (seated, without his hat). I recommend cotton yarn for making all of my cuddly toys and amigurumi.
The pattern includes many step-by-step photos that make it easier to follow. However, basic crochet skills are required.

The following materials are needed:

• 100 g of red cotton yarn
• 50 g of white cotton yarn
• 50 g of cotton yarn in soft apricot
• 50 g of cotton yarn in black
• leftover brown cotton yarn
• Safety eyes, 12 mm, in brown-black
• Pompom, 2.5 cm, in white
• stuffing
• Crochet hook, size 3

Click here for the pattern:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/43428/haekelanleitung-wilhelm-weihnachtsmann



Wilhelmine Mrs. Claus is helping Santa Claus this year so that the gifts will be delivered on time this time.
Wilhelmine Mrs. Claus will be 25 cm tall when sitting, using the specified materials. I personally recommend cotton yarn for making all my amigurumi and cuddly toys.
The pattern contains many step-by-step photos that make it easier to follow. However, basic crochet skills are required.
The following materials are needed to make it:

• 100 g cotton yarn in red
• 50 g cotton yarn in soft apricot
• 50 g cotton yarn in white
• 50 g cotton yarn in yellow
• 50 g cotton yarn in black
• leftover cotton yarn in brown
• stuffing
• safety eyes, 12 mm, in brown-black
• crochet hook size 3

Here is the pattern:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/43429/haekelanleitung-wilhelmine-weihnachtsfrau


I would like to show you the photos with the corresponding links.



I used the following yarn.

• Creative Bubble, yardage 50 g/ 90 m, for bath and dish sponges
• Catania Originals, yardage 125 m/ 50 g

Coffee pot cozy


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Barbie in costume


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Bookmark

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Christmas or Easter?

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Nativity play


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matching egg cozy

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Bath and dish sponge


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Bath sponge