The holiday season is the perfect time to add a personal touch to your decorations, and what better way to do that than with a handmade mini crochet tree? These delightful ornaments are quick, easy to make, and add a warm, festive charm to your home. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting, this project is perfect for you.
Plus, these mini trees can be customized to match your holiday theme or color palette, making them versatile and unique. Crafting these decorations is not only fun but also a meaningful way to create lasting holiday memories with family and friends.
Materials Needed
Cotton No. 10 in the following colors: 10 g white, a small amount of gold.
Steel crochet hook No. 1.25.
Dimensions
9.5 x 11.2 cm.
gauge
7 meshes x 10 rows = 5 x 5 cm.
Instructions
Tree (white)
Row 1: On a foundation chain of 40 sts, ch 3 to replace the 1st dc, repeat 13 times: 3 dc and 1 solid mesh. Turn the work.
Row 2: Ch 3 to replace the 1st dc, 1 solid mesh, repeat 4 times: 2 ch, 2 dc and 1 dc in the next dc, and 1 open mesh, 1 solid mesh. Turn the work.
Rows 3-15: Work following the diagram instructions.
Row 16: Ch 3 to replace the 1st dc, 1 solid mesh, ch 13, and a sl st in the 3rd of the 3 ch that replace the 1st dc. Fasten off.
Trunk (white)
Row 17: Attach the yarn to the 16th st of the foundation chain (see diagram), ch 3 to replace the 1st dc, and work 3 solid meshes. Turn the work.
Row 18: Ch 3 to replace the 1st dc, work 3 solid meshes. Fasten off.
Border (gold thread)
Attach the yarn at the foundation chain level:
Ch 6, sl st in the 3rd ch, ch 3, sl st at the center of the base of 2 ch of the 1st row in the diagram. Close the circle with a sl st in the sl st from the beginning and fasten off.
Mini crochet tree decorations are not only fun to make but also a wonderful way to add a personal, handmade element to your holiday celebrations. Share your creations with friends and family or use them to spread holiday cheer in your community.
What are you waiting for? Grab your yarn and hook, and let the festive crafting begin!
