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7 easy & best crochet Christmas gifts for the holiday season.
Looking for the perfect handmade gift this holiday season? Crocheting your own Christmas presents is a heartfelt way to show your loved ones how much you care.
I have put together 7 easy & best crochet Christmas gifts that you can whip up quickly, even if you are tight on time.
When you are crafting for kids, friends, or family, these fun and festive patterns will bring holiday cheer to everyone on your list.
This post is all about the best crochet Christmas gifts.
Abbreviations Used
Here are the abbreviations I will use throughout the patterns:
| CH | Chain |
| SC | Single Crochet |
| SL ST | Slip Stitch |
| V | Increase |
| A | Decrease |
| DC | Double Crochet |
| HDC | Half Double Crochet |
| BLO | Back Loop Only |
| FLO | Front Loop Only |
| FV | Do 2 DC in 1 chain |
| SP | Space |
Materials Used
- Crochet Yarns
- Crochet Kit (Hooks + Yarn Needle + Yarn Snips)
- Safety Eyes
- Stuffings
- Glue Gun
Christmas Crochet Idea 1: Elves
Crochet adorable elves that will brighten up anyone’s Christmas décor! These little guys are perfect for hanging on the tree or as cute stocking stuffers. With a mix of vibrant yarns and just a few stitches, you can create a festive buddy in no time.
Leg:
1: MR, 6 SC
2: (SC, C) x3
3: (2 SC, C) x3
4: (3 SC, C) x3
1 SC, 1 SL ST, tighten and hide the string. This is the first leg.
Start the second leg
1: MR, 6 SC
2: (SC, C) x3
3: (2 SC, C) x3
4: (3 SC, C) x3
1 SC, 1 SL ST, 3 CH, don’t break the string, continue on the 1st leg
5: 15 SC, 3 SC, 15 SC, 2 SC
6: (11 SC, V) x3
7: 5 SC, V, (12 SC, V) x2, 7 SC
Body:
8: Change brown color (13 SC, V) x3
9: Change white color 6 SC, V, (14 SC, V) x2, 8 SC
10 to 15: 48 SC
Input safety eyes in rows 11-12 with 12 stitches between the eyes
16: Change green color 48 SC
17: BLO 48 SC
18: Change red color 48 SC
19 to 20: 48 SC
21: Change white color 48 SC
22: 7 SC, A, (14 SC, A) x2, 7 SC
23: Change red color 45 SC
24: (A, 13 SC) x3
25: Change white color 42 SC
26: 6 SC, A, (12 SC, A) x2, 6 SC
27: Change red color, 39 SC
28: (A, 11 SC) x3
29: Change white color, 36 SC
30: 5 SC, A, (10 SC, A) x2, 5 SC
31: Change red color, 33 SC
32: (A, 9 SC) x3
33: Change white color, 30 SC
34: 4 SC, A, (8 SC, A) x2, 4 SC
35: Change red color, 27 SC
36: (A, 7 SC) x3
37: Change white color, 24 SC
38: 2 SC, A, (4 SC, A)x3, 2 SC
39: Change red color, 20 SC
40: (A, 3 SC) x4
41: Change white color, 16 SC
42: SC, A, (2 SC, A) x3, SC
43: Change red color, 12 SC
44: (A, SC) x4
45: 8 SC
Tighten the string and sew the closing
Hands: (Do 2)
1: MR, 6 SC
2 to 6: 6 SC
1 CH, 3 SC at the closing, leave long string for sewing
Hat Pattern:
Begin at row 17 of the body
1: 2 CH, 47 HDC, SL ST
2: (K1, [2 HDC, (2 CH, 1 SL ST), 2 HDC), K1, SL ST) x12
Hat ball:
1: MR, 6 SC
2: 6V
3: (Sc, V) x6
4 to 5: 18 SC
6: (a, SC) x6
7: 6 SC
Leave long tail for sewing
Christmas Crochet Idea 2:Christmas Tree
Crochet your own mini Christmas tree to display on the mantel or gift to a friend! This simple yet charming pattern brings a handmade touch to the holiday season. Plus, it is a great way to use up leftover green yarn and add some sparkle with a few decorations.
Tree:
1: MR, 6 SC
2: 6 SC
3: (2 SC, V) x2
4: 8 SC
5: (FLO 5 DC, SC) x4
6: (SC, V) x4
7: (FLO 5 DC, SC) x6
8: (2 SC, V) x4
9: (FLO 5 DC, SC) x8
10: (3 SC, V) x4
11: (FLO 5 DC, SC) x10
12: 20 SC
Bottom of Tree:
1: (BLO 3 SC, BLO A) x4
2: (2 SC, A) x4
3: 6 A
Christmas Crochet Idea 3:Santa Hat
This cozy crochet hat is perfect for everyone in the family, from kids to adults. It is a quick, satisfying project that you can personalize by choosing your favorite colors or adding a pom-pom for extra flair.
Start with red string
1: MR, 6 SC
2: (SC, V) x3
3: (SC, V, SC) x3
4: (3 SC, V) x3
5: (2 SC, V, 2 SC) x3
6 to 9: 18 SC
Change to white
10: (8 SC, V) x2
11 to 15: 20 SC
Once done, flip the white part over.
Christmas Crochet Idea 4:Gloves
How cute is this mini crochet glove?! This pattern is beginner-friendly, and you can choose any color combination to suit the recipient’s style.
Finger:
1: MR, 6 SC
2: (2 SC, V) x2
3: 8 SC
Glove:
1: MR, 8 SC
2: 8 V
3 to 6: 16 SC
7: 7 SC, A, 6 SC, add the finger in 3 SC, A, 3 SC, A
8: 6 SC, A, 9 SC, A, 3 SC
9: 14 SC, 2 A, 2 SC
10: 14 SC, A, 2 SC
Change to white
11 to 15: 17 SC
Once done, flip the white part over.
Christmas Crochet Idea 5:Stockings
Create a beautiful crochet stocking to hang by the fireplace or gift to someone special. This classic project is perfect for filling with treats, small gifts, or simply adding a handmade touch to your Christmas decorations. Customize with different yarn colors to match your holiday theme.
1: Start with green, MR, 15 DC
2: 15 SC
3: Change red, (4 SC, V) x3
4 to 12: 18 SC
13: Change to green, HDC, SC, HDC, 2 DC, FV, 2 DC, HDC, SC
14: 1 CH, SC, HDC, 2 DC, 2 FA, HDC, DC
15: Change to red, 18 SC
16 to 20: 18 SC
21: Change to white, 18 SC
22: FLO 18 SC
23 to 25: 18 SC
Once done, flip the white part over.
Christmas Crochet Idea 6:Snowflake
These delicate crochet snowflakes are perfect for decorating your home or giving as thoughtful gifts. They can be hung on the tree, used as ornaments, or even sewn onto festive table linens. The pattern is quick and easy, making it a great project to whip up in no time.
1: MR, 5 CH, 5 (DC, 2 CH), SL ST in chain 3
2: [3 CH, (3 DC, 2 CH), 4 DC, 2 CH, 3 SL ST, (SL ST, 3 CH), (SL ST, 5 CH), (SL ST, 7 CH), (SL ST, 5 CH), ( SL ST, 3 CH)] x6
Christmas Crochet Idea 7:Christmas Tree
Why not crochet another version of the iconic Christmas tree? This pattern features a textured design with beautiful detailing that makes it stand out.
Tree:
1: 9 CH, go back 2 chains, 8 SC
2: 1 CH, flip, 8 SC
3: 1 CH, flip, 6 SC, A
4: 1 CH, flip, 7 SC
5: 1 CH, flip, A, 5 SC
6: 1 CH, flip, 6 SC
7: 1 CH, flip, 4 SC, A
8: 1 CH, flip, 5 SC
9: 1 CH, flip, A, 3 SC
10: 1 CH, flip, 4SC
11: 1 CH, flip, 2 SC, A
12: 1 CH, flip, 3 SC
13: 1 CH, flip, A, SC
14: 1 CH, flip, 2 SC
15: 1 CH, flip, A
(3 CH, Space, SL ST) – Repeat for 1 round
Branch:
At the bottom of the tree, find the middle, 4 SC
Do for 3 to 4 rows
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