Crochet Christmas Tree Pattern - Hygge Style!

Love Crochet Xmas Decorations? Looking for a Chunky Christmas Tree crochet pattern? Whether you are planning your Christmas crochet gifts or Crochet Christmas Decorations, a simple upright Christmas tree makes an easy project. I have a simple Crochet Tree Pattern to share with you today. It is made with Super Bulky light-colored yarn and stuffing inside. I know it will become one of your favorite Christmas Crochet Ideas to make this season!

Hygge Christmas Tree size small, on table

Below you will find the FREE crochet Christmas tree pattern. In it, you will learn how to crochet a tree that stands upright. If you love Crochet Christmas Decorations Free with unique designs, you will really enjoy the beautiful texture of this Hygge style tree. It is made with the popular Lion Brand Wool Easy Thick & Quick super bulky yarn in the cozy color ‘Wheat’. This project would also make a great hostess gift for the holidays!

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FREE CHRISTMAS TREE CROCHET PATTERN

How to crochet a tree

The free crochet pattern is easy to work once you get the hang of working increase & decrease stitches in the pattern. You will crochet in the round, first increasing to make a base, then working up and decreasing stitches. You only need to know the BASIC CROCHET STITCHES to work this piece.

Can a beginner crochet a tree?

Yes! This free pattern is listed as Intermediate, but is also beginner-friendly. Advanced beginners can handle the increase & decrease stitches with practice. And if you enjoy free Christmas Yarn Projects, a simple design is a popular choice for beginners.

You will need the following supplies:

Supplies

Size 6 Super Bulky yarn – Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick
- Approx 150 yds for 2 trees (1 skein=106 yds)
- Color: “Wheat” or other light color
Size N-13 (9.0 mm) hook
polyfill stuffing
craft pebbles or sand for weighting base, small bag
thick paper or cardboard
optional wood stars for embellishing

Crochet Notions

Crochet Abbreviations

US Crochet terms are used.

Ch – chain

hdc – half double crochet

rep – repeat

RS – right side

sc – single crochet

sl st – slip stitch

sc2tog – single crochet 2 stitches together (1 decrease)

st(s) – stitch(es)

WS – wrong side

[ ] – repeat what is inside brackets # of times indicated

PATTERN INFORMATION

The Crochet Xmas Tree free pattern for a size Small tree is provided below.

but you can also get the ad-free, printable pdf pattern for two sizes of the CROCHET CHRISTMAS TREES in the pattern SHOP! The pdf has helpful photos plus an additional size Large tree pattern included.

(The pattern is also available in the ETSY SHOP)

Hygge Christmas Trees - finished trees together

EASY CROCHET CHRISTMAS TREE PATTERN

Gauge: 4″ (10cm) square = approx 7 sts by 6.5 rounds in pattern

How to crochet a Christmas tree

This Hand Crochet Christmas Tree works up simply to form a cone shape that is approx 8.5″ tall. It is the perfect size for a centerpiece or decoration for your shelf.

NOTES: You will be crocheting each tree bottom up in the round, adding weight and stuffing inside as you work.

What yarn is best for a crochet Christmas tree?

Super Bulky yarn is a great choice for a chunky tree, especially in a light color to hide the stuffing.

Instructions to make the tree are as follows…

Christmas Tree Crochet Pattern

Follow the instructions below in the order indicated.

NOTE – Ch 1 does not count as a st.

Use a stitch marker (sm) to keep track of first st in each round.

Using size N-13 (9 mm) crochet hook, ch 4 with size 6 yarn.

Join with sl st to 1st ch to form a circle.

WS is facing while you work all rounds (you will not be turning).

Base of Tree:

Round 1: Ch 1, work 6 sc into the circle. Join with sl st to 1st st. 6 sts

Round 2: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st; rep from * around. Join with sl st to 1st st. 12 sts

Round 3: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next st; rep from * around.

Join with sl st to 1st st. 18 sts

Round 4: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts; rep from * around.

Join with sl st to 1st st. 24 sts

Hygge Christmas Trees - small tree, after working base

At this point, you will pause and place thick paper or cardboard under your crocheted circle.

Trace around the crocheted circle, and cut out the circle shape from the paper.

Set this paper circle aside to insert into the base of your tree later.

Round 5: Ch 1, sc in FLO of each st around.

Join with sl st to 1st st. 24 sts

Tree Shaping:

Round 6: Ch 1, *hdc, sl st; rep from * around. Join with sl st to 1st st. 24 sts

Round 7: Ch 1, *sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around.

Join with sl st to 1st st. 20 sts

Round 8: Ch 1, *sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around.

Join with sl st to 1st st. 16 sts

At this point, you will pause and place your paper or cardboard circle inside the base of the tree. (Weave the starting tail of your yarn to the WS first).

Round 9: Rep Round 6. 16 sts

Rounds 10-11: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with sl st to 1st st. 16 sts

At this point, you will pause and place a small bag of craft pebbles or sand inside the tree on top of the paper circle. This will weigh down the tree for stability.

Next, add polyfill stuffing on top of the bag.

Round 12: Rep Round 6. 16 sts

Round 13: Ch 1, *sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around.

Join with sl st to 1st st. 12 sts

Round 14: Ch 1, *sc in next st, sc2tog; rep from * around.

Join with sl st to 1st st. 8 sts

Next, add more polyfill stuffing inside the tree to fill it out.

Continue to add stuffing after each round going forward.

Round 15: Rep Round 6. 8 sts

Round 16: Rep Round 13. 6 sts

Round 17: Rep Round 14. 4 sts

Round 18: Ch 1, [sc2tog] twice. 2 sts

Ensure tree is stuffed fully.

Fasten off, running tail through 2 rem sts.

Weave in loose ends to inside (WS) of tree.

Finishing Crochet Tree

Feel free to embellish your tree(s) as follows:

add a star to the top
add a mini garland or lights
add tiny ornaments

Hygge Christmas Trees - finished trees together, closer

Important Tips for Crocheting your Christmas Tree

Some things to keep in mind as you crochet the piece are:

Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch in each round.
The Wrong Side (WS) of the piece will face you as you work.
Use light colored yarn for your trees, since the white polyfill stuffing will show through the gaps in the stitches.
Feel free to embellish the tree as follows:
- add a star to the top
- add a mini garland or lights to the tree
- add tiny ornaments

Finished Size

The finished (size Small) crochet tree measures approximately 4.5″ diameter at the base by 8.5″ height.

Using your Textured Crochet Christmas Tree

Now it is time to enjoy decorating with your crocheted Hygge tree! Add some Christmas touches to your tree if desired, or use as winter decor after Christmas.

Friends would love receiving one of these crochet trees as a holiday gift, too.

Hygge Christmas Trees - finished small tree

What do you think of this Crochet Christmas Decorations Free Pattern? If you are an enthusiastic beginner at crochet, you can definitely make your own. The increase & decrease stitches are simple to master, and it’s not too hard to work in rounds.

Be sure to add this crochet tree to your list of Things To Do With Chunky Yarn this winter. It is a great option for a quick afternoon project.

Don’t forget that this tree crochet pattern is also available in an ad-free digital pdf pattern. The pdf has helpful photos and an additional Large tree size pattern. Grab the CROCHET CHRISTMAS TREES cute pattern bundle in my shop.