Advent 2018 / Christmas 2018

Dear users, dear authors,
In the mood for enchanting patterns for a magical Advent and a wonderful Christmas? Then just stay tuned; our authors will be presenting suitable patterns here. Have fun making them.

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Sweet teddies on candy canes
For hanging up, or without candy canes as a regular teddy.
You can find the pattern and materials in the description of the
pattern

Enchanting winter decoration “Winter Children,” including a pattern for making the snow globes
More information, including details on the materials, can be found in the
pattern

These decorative little bells with bows are as quick as they are easy to crochet—in 2 sizes

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

Click here for the pattern



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These pretty hangers are used not only at Christmastime (e.g., as tree ornaments, gift tags, decorations for an Advent wreath, or table décor), but also throughout the year as little guardian angels, lucky charms, keychains, for the car, etc.

Click here for the pattern

These beautiful angel wings are very versatile:

• for Christmas: as tree decorations, gift tags, table decor, decor for Advent wreaths or door wreaths, etc.
• for weddings, confirmation, First Communion: table decor, additions to invitation cards, gifts for guests
• as appliqués on bags, shoes (e.g., on baby or children's shoes), clothing, pillows, blankets, etc.
• as wings for angels, elves, birds, butterflies, etc.
• or you can turn them into a keychain, bag charm, or jewelry pendant

You will receive a detailed pattern for the two sizes shown and a brief description of how you can crochet them even larger, as well as an illustrated pattern for the heart.

Click here for the pattern



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Sweet 3D Christmas bells with bows - in 2 sizes

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

You will receive a detailed PDF pattern (10 pages) with text and step-by-step photos.

Click here for the pattern



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You can use these beautiful stars as tree decorations, gift tags, decor for the Advent wreath, or table decor.

The stars are quick to crochet and very decorative.

You will receive a detailed PDF pattern with text and numerous step-by-step photos, so it is suitable for beginners too.

Click here for the pattern



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These sweet little trees and stars fly off your hook so quickly that you'll have conjured up a whole little forest with a starry sky in no time.

You can use them as tree decorations, gift tags, decor for the Advent wreath, or as table decor. Or place them in a wreath around a few candles and you'll instantly have your own modern Advent decor.

You can easily crochet the little trees with or without a loop. They are very easy and quick to crochet—so they are absolutely beginner-friendly.

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Finished in 18 rounds - a star-shaped Christmas doily. So get started right away. The doily uses about 60 g of cotton yarn.





More Christmas items here.

One pattern, three tea light holders! Pick one that suits your taste—or make all three!
 


These tea light holders are made from cardstock, measure approximately 14 x 14 x 2 cm, and are easy to make. The recesses in the stars fit both real tea lights and matching LED lights.

Just right for a festive Christmas decoration is Little Angel Ella.
Whether as a heavenly messenger of good luck, a Christmas gift to bring along, or simply for yourselves. This little angel with a star is always something very special.

click here to go to Ella



After completion, Ella will be approx. 20 cm tall (when using the specified hook size and yarn weight). You will receive a detailed 13-page pattern with lots of photos to follow. 

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 placed nicely 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 thread is needed to make one snowflake, so they can be crocheted from leftover thread. A lovely way to use up leftovers!



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" Little Christmas trees with pearl decorations " decoration, 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 beads. 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 used nicely as door and window decorations for the festive season. Not much thread is needed to make one decoration, so they can be crocheted from leftover thread. Ideal use for leftover thread !For the " Christmas trees " I used leftovers from the following yarns: • crochet thread 10, "Maddison" (50g, 250m) color no. 08 light green • crochet thread 10, "Maddison" (50g, 250m) color no. 01 white • crochet thread 10, "Maddison" (50g, 250m) color no. 10 dark green • acrylic beads (diameter approx. 3- 4 mm) • crochet hook no. 1.00Alternatives: yarns "DMC" no. 10, or "Anchor" no. 10, or also "Pro Lana Häkelstar 100" .

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Tablecloth "Christmas Spirit or mat for the Christmas tree stand" crochet patternA tablecloth with a diameter of approx. 48 cm in a beautiful dark green color with a little silvery sparkle. Very well suited for the Christmas season, it can be used not only as a tablecloth, but also looks great as a mat for the Christmas tree stand.It can be crocheted quickly, has an easy difficulty level, and should be no problem for a beginner. The following basic crochet skills should be present: chain stitch, slip stitch, and double crochet. The detailed pattern consists of 15 pages and is described step by step in German with 32 numerous photos.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. 1.00

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Decoration "Santa Claus / Christmas hat" Christmas tree ornament crochet pattern



A beautiful decoration/Christmas tree ornament is made in three steps: 1 - crochet 2 - fold 3 - sew on beads. The hats (size approx. 10 cm x 12 cm) are very well suited for Advent and the Christmas season and create a cozy atmosphere. They can also be used beautifully as door or window decorations for the festive season. Ideal for the Christmas table! Not much yarn is needed to make one decoration, so they can be crocheted from leftover yarn. Ideal use for leftover yarn!
For the hats, I used leftovers from the following yarns:
• Crochet thread leftovers "Pro Lana Häkelstar 100" (100g, 566m), color: red • Crochet thread leftovers "Lang Marisa" (50g, 210m) color: white • Acrylic beads (diameter of approx. 3-4 mm) • Sewing needle • stuffing (for pompom) • Crochet hook no. 1.00 Alternatives: yarns "DMC" no. 10, or "Anchor" no. 10

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The Christmas Tree decoration is very well suited to the Christmas season and creates a cozy atmosphere. It can be crocheted in various Christmas colors and decorated with silver glitter or beads. Also a lovely way to use up leftover yarn.

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Tablecloth " Christmas Trees with Beads " crochet patternThis decorative tablecloth, " Christmas Trees with Beads ", is a dark green tablecloth decorated with fir tree motifs and beads. Very well suited to the Christmas season, e.g. as a place to put down cookie cups.For the tablecloth ( length approx. 38 cm, width approx. 30 cm ) you will need: • Crochet cotton size 10, Maddison (50g, 250m) color no. 10 dark green • Pro Lana crochet cotton, Häkelstar 100, color no. 30 red • Beads (diameter approx. 3 - 4 mm) 12 x 3 = 36 • Crochet hook no. 1.00



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This Christmas you’ll have a very special decoration, an absolute one-of-a-kind piece that many will envy you for: a Nativity scene with self-crocheted Nativity figures!!


You can start crocheting the figures one by one right now.
In the 1st pattern, you’ll get the basic set: Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus in the manger, the ox and donkey, and the Christmas star.
In the 2nd pattern, the Christmas angel, 3 shepherds, and 2 different sheep
are added.
In the 3rd pattern, the 3 Wise Men from the East with their animals (elephant, camel, horse)
follow. With that, you’ll have all the important figures from the Christmas story. You can crochet everything using leftover yarn that you’re sure to have at home. You can let your imagination guide you and make your figures completely individual.

I hope you have lots of fun and joy crocheting your Nativity figures. If you don’t quite finish by Christmas, you can complete your Nativity scene during the year as well. That way, you’ll enjoy it all year long!

Of course, angels are also part of Christmas. Here, you can crochet an entire heavenly orchestra from just a little leftover yarn. These cute little angels are quick to crochet. You can purchase their little instruments at craft stores. But even without instruments, they make charming decorations—whether as a heavenly choir or as Christmas tree or gift tags. Everyone will also be delighted to receive a little angel like this as a guardian angel.Click here for the pattern!

These Christmas finger puppets are a great alternative to the candy in an Advent calendar—and just as cute and popular. They’re quick to crochet using a bit of leftover yarn, and their stories and adventures help pass the time until Christmas Eve.
They’re also great as gift tags or for small vouchers that you can slip into the finger puppet.
Click here for the pattern!

At Christmas, the table is decorated especially beautifully—even at breakfast! That’s where these cute egg cozies come in handy! St. Nicholas, a snowman, and a little angel keep your breakfast eggs warm, but even if you don’t eat eggs for breakfast, you can use them as pretty table decorations.
Tip: These three also make a popular Secret Santa gift!

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Nikolausi-Osterhasi also makes an original Secret Santa gift. This reversible doll can literally be transformed from Santa Claus into the Easter Bunny in the blink of an eye. It never fails to surprise.
To crochet the Nikolaus-Osterhasi, you’ll need red, skin-colored, light green, and brown cotton yarn, plus a little white fluffy yarn. You’ll also need a 2.5 mm crochet hook, some craft stuffing, and possibly safety eyes.
You can find the pattern here!

You can crochet your own Christmas tree decorations! With this pattern, you can crochet 4 different ornaments (bell, star, snowflake, angel). You can crochet them from solid-colored cotton or make them really festive with glitter yarn.  They are perfect not only as Christmas tree decorations, but also as gift tags for your presents.
Download the pattern here!

Knitting pattern_Wendy the Snowman

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This little guy can be knitted quickly and easily
with just a little yarn!!!

With 50 g of Baby Smiles, you can knit approx.
10 snowmen in your favorite colors!*
It is knitted without decreasing or increasing.
You can choose the colors for the hat and scarf individually, depending on your
leftover yarn stash.

Size: approx. 12 cm

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

Difficulty: very easy

Amid all the usual Christmas preparations, it’s important not to forget about gift packaging. And of course, this gift packaging should suit Christmas. This little Christmas tree is a lovely example of that.



The little Christmas tree is made of cardstock, measures approximately 29 x 26.5 x 10.5 cm, and is easy for even beginners to recreate thanks to very precise craft templates.

An Advent wreath is simply part of the Advent season ♥

Playful, classic—simply enchanting, that's the Advent wreath ROBIN ...

The detailed crochet pattern explains everything to you step by step!
You can find all the details about materials and size here: CLICK



For people with little time and lots and lots of friends, these sweet little ornaments are perfect ♥

The little gingerbread houses are quick to crochet, and with individual decorations you can surprise all your loved ones in no time!

Crochet Pattern: Gingerbread House Ornament

If you’re in the mood for a fresh breeze during Advent, you can conjure up a maritime atmosphere in the run-up to Christmas with these
4 life rings.

Crochet pattern for a different kind of Advent wreath


Crocheted using chain stitches, slip stitches, single crochets, as well as half and full double crochets.
The pattern is suitable for beginners

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With Mother Hulda, Advent becomes wintry and exciting.

An Advent calendar to join in with: Mother Hulda’s bag is refilled every evening, so the whole family can take part.
The shutters can be closed, and after the Christmas holidays Mother Hulda is still a wonderful winter decoration.

Crochet pattern Advent calendar Mother Hulda


To crochet it, you’ll need chain stitches, slip stitches, single crochets, and half double crochets.

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In traditional colors, your guests will be greeted with Christmas cheer right at the front door, the lettering is crocheted on with individual letters.

Crochet pattern Christmas door wreath Happy Holidays


Chain stitches, slip stitches, single crochets, as well as half and full double crochets are used—an excellent pattern for beginners.

You’ll find the exact material details in the respective patterns; just click on the images.

All patterns are beginner-friendly and written without abbreviations.

Money gifts are becoming more and more popular, and Santa Claus is following this trend too.

With this picture, your money gift becomes more personal and makes twice the impression; after the sack has been emptied, everything can still be used as original decor.

Crochet pattern: money gift as Christmas decor


All you need to make it is leftover yarn, a great project for beginners; you crochet with chain stitches, slip stitches, single crochet, as well as half double crochet and double crochet.

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Roland creates a festive Christmas mood sitting, lying down, or even hanging. With a total size of approx. 70 cm, he is a magnificent Christmas moose.

Crochet pattern: Christmas Moose Roland


Roland is made from chain stitches, slip stitches, single crochet, and half double crochet.

As always, all patterns are beginner-friendly and written without abbreviations.

Decorating the Christmas tree should also be planned and prepared in advance. Maybe you’d like to make some ornaments yourself this year? Here’s a suggestion from me:



These ornaments are about 7 cm in size, easy to make, and well-suited even for beginners with a little crafting experience. They’re made from photo cardstock, but can also be made very well using decorative papers that are a bit thinner.

My latest pattern—the “Cozy Snowflake” Möbius scarf—is perfect for winter and the Christmas season!

The detailed step-by-step pattern includes plenty of photos and a crochet chart.


You’ll need a 3.5 mm crochet hook and matching yarn.

You should be familiar with the following stitches:

chain stitches, slip stitches, half double crochets, and double crochets

Here’s the pattern,

I hope you have fun! :) 

Here’s another festive gift bag for your presents.
 


The little bag reliably hides its contents until Christmas gift-giving and can be opened quickly. The packaging is made of cardstock and measures approximately 23 x 30 x 13 cm. It’s easy to make, but not necessarily suitable for your very first crafting attempt.

Here are two patterns for the Advent and Christmas season in one set.
For the main material, you’ll need LED tea lights in any size and leftover yarn. 
You can find the few other materials in the respective pattern.
The two are a real eye-catcher and are always very well received as a small gift to bring along.
 Snowman and Reindeer Set!

Even for smaller Christmas gifts, you’ll need the right gift packaging—and that’s exactly what you’ll get with this pattern.


This original snowflake-themed packaging is made from photo cardstock and measures approximately 21 x 10.5 x 5 cm. It’s very easy to make and well-suited even for beginners.

Nick Santa boot for dogs, bone-shaped, in 2 sizes
with plenty of room for treats and toys for your furry friend.
Suitable for beginners, with step-by-step photo instructions and a sewing pattern.

You can use these cute little angels as tree ornaments, decorations for your Advent wreath, or table decorations. The angels are crocheted in one piece; only the halo is made separately and sewn on. If you place them over a small LED tea light, your enchanting little angels will glow in the dark. You’ll receive a detailed PDF pattern (10 pages) with text and step-by-step photos.

Click here for the pattern

This beautiful Advent calendar delights the hearts of young and old. The individual little bags offer enough space to hide small surprises for your loved ones - a special eye-catcher for your home during the pre-Christmas season.

The individual little bags are quick and easy to make; crocheting one now and then in between lets the calendar grow piece by piece. If you make each little bag 3 times in a different color sequence, you'll get 24 individual little bags.

Here’s the pattern

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Pillowcase with Poinsettia – Merry Christmas

Perfect for a quick nap or as a festive decoration on the couch. Surprise your loved ones with a handmade pillow featuring a festive poinsettia motif.

The technique for crocheting the motif using Tunisian basic stitch and turning it into a standard-size 50x50 cm pillowcase is explained in the pattern in a beginner-friendly way with plenty of pictures.



Children’s Blanket – Penguin 

The Advent season is always a time for cozy evenings on the couch. This friendly penguin would love to keep you or your children company.

The blanket measures approx. 80x100 cm and is crocheted using the Tunisian crochet technique , which makes it especially soft. The pattern is beginner-friendly and explains in detail both the technique for the motif and how to sew on the backing.

Christmas is coming...the season of love! Decorate your table with this cute Advent wreath and light a tea light each week in front of Mr. Snowman and his wife.



Crochet pattern for a “Snowman Table Wreath”:

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/34524/haekelanleitung-adventskranz-schneemann-pdf-datei 

• Length of the pattern: 21 pages
• Included in the pattern: Instructions for the Advent wreath, the snowman and his wife, the flowers and leaves, and the tea light holders
• Easy to follow with step-by-step instructions and plenty of pictures
• Difficulty level: medium (but also well-suited for beginners)

Required skills

• Magic ring
• Chain stitches
• Single crochet
• Half double crochet
• Double crochet
• Slip stitches

Selling the finished Advent wreath—for example, in stores, at markets, and/or online—is permitted in small quantities. You can find more details in the pattern!

These 3 different little bags, each with its own pattern, can be made quickly and filled with sweet little treats.

Each pattern describes in detail how to crochet the bags. The detailed photos show the individual steps. Even beginners will see results quickly and can easily work from these patterns.


small bag for gifts







SANTA bag







STONE bag

These pretty poinsettias are very quick to crochet from leftover yarn. You can use them as table decorations or hang them up.

Very well suited for beginners - basic knowledge is required.

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The pattern for this festive poinsettia pot cover includes the stars as well. This is another decoration that you can easily crochet as a beginner with basic knowledge. Leftover yarn is enough here, too.

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Everyone needs an angel


Especially during the run-up to Christmas, we long to have angels around us. 
This pretty decorative angel is quick and easy to crochet. 
Whether as a decoration in your own home or as a little gift for dear friends, this angel brings a festive spirit. 

You can find the free crochet pattern here: free crochet pattern for decorative angel

Sooooo cute ♥ and versatile!

Whether as a bag charm or keychain, on the Christmas tree, or even in a St. Nicholas boot -
the Advent Knobblys always look great!

The crochet pattern is very detailed, and lots of pictures help you make these adorable charms ♥

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