25 Free Crochet Christmas Decor Patterns (2024)

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Cozy up this Christmas with a crochet hook and some yarn – there’s so much to make! From hats to table runners to tree skirts to potholders to blankets and much more, the list below is full of festive holiday crochet project ideas. Enjoy these 25 free Christmas crochet patterns for beginners and intermediate crocheters.

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Christmas Crochet Patterns

Making your own Christmas decor is a wonderful way to create that cozy, homey, festive feel that we all look forward to each year. I love being able to look around a crafty home and see all of the love and time that was put into each handmade piece – especially at Christmastime.

There are so many creative and beautiful options when it comes to crochet Christmas patterns. The ideas below are perfect for filling your home with memories, but they’re also wonderful for gifting or selling at holiday markets.

Projects like gift card holders, potholders, and coasters can be worked up quickly, making them excellent for adding a personal touch to a Christmas gift. Or, just keep crocheting and bring a stack of them to your local craft fair this Christmas!

Christmas Patterns in this List

Some of the free patterns you’ll find in the list below include:

  • Gnomes
  • Coasters
  • Potholders
  • Table runners
  • Tree skirts
  • Blankets and throws
  • Miscellaneous decor
  • Gift card holders
  • Beanies and hats

More Christmas Crochet Patterns

Looking for more Christmas crafts? Check out these other free Christmas crochet pattern collections:

  • 25 Christmas Crochet Ornament Patterns
  • 25 Crochet Christmas Stocking Patterns
  • 25 Crochet Christmas Tree Patterns
  • 25 Crochet Gift Ideas (+ Free Patterns)

Favorite Crochet Supplies

Here are some supplies that you will need for your ornaments.

25 Crochet Christmas Patterns

Enjoy this collection of our favorite free Christmas crochet patterns for both beginner and intermediate crocheters.

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Christmas Gnomes Collection

Photo Credit:www.ravelry.com

Love gnomes? Crochet some - and make it Christmas! Set them on a shelf, decorate your office with them, or turn them into ornaments. The finished size for these gnomes is 4”-6”.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Cotton House Store Milk Cotton

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Christmas Crochet Gnomes

Photo Credit:www.hanjancrochet.com

These amigurumi crochet gnomes come in both large and small pattern sizes. And how can you resist those fluffy beards?! They’re worked in a continuous spiral, so you’ll probably want to grab some stitch markers before you begin.

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: King Cole Baby Alpaca DK

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Christmas Coasters

Photo Credit:www.sarling.com

These crocheted Christmas coasters are a perfect match for a steaming cup of rich hot chocolate. There are four different designs available to add some Christmas spirit to your coffee table.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar ‘N Cream Yarn

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Winter Wonderland Coaster + Trivet Duo

Photo Credit:www.hooksbookswanderlust.com

These coaster and trivet squares are very simple to crochet, but they do require some basic embroidery skills. If you need any help, just check out the video tutorial. There are also diagrams included to assist you in making the embroidered snowflake design.

Yarn weight: Bulky

Suggested yarn: Yarn Bee Feelin’ Chunky

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Crochet Peppermint Potholder

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This double-thick potholder is a perfect accessory for all of that Christmas baking. It’s made by crocheting in consecutive rounds. When you’re finished with both sides, you’ll join the two pieces using slip stitches.

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK

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Crochet Christmas Tree Potholder

Photo Credit:mycrochetspace.com

These Christmas tree potholders provide a fun way to practice color changes in an otherwise simple pattern. If you’re not familiar with color changing, the pictures and video included are a big help. The pattern is worked using mainly the single crochet.

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK

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Red Heart Snowflake Table Runner

Photo Credit:www.yarnspirations.com

This colorful table runner will make a lovely addition to your annual Christmas decor. Keep the bright colors, or trade them in for more neutral tones. It’s easy to adjust the length of this runner in order to fit your dining table, coffee table, or side table.

Yarn weight: Aran

Suggested yarn: Red Heart With Love

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Aunt Lydia's Star Table Runner

Photo Credit:www.yarnspirations.com

This elegant runner is a charming Christmas project for intermediate crocheters. The pattern measures approximately 15” x 50”, but feel free to add or subtract some of the stars in order to adjust the size.

Yarn weight: Thread Size 3

Suggested yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Fashion Crochet Cotton Thread

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Chunky Crochet Christmas Tree Skirt

Photo Credit:theunraveledmitten.com

The best way to find your perfect Christmas tree skirt is to make it yourself! Grab your favorite color of yarn and enjoy this chunky, bobble-filled skirt. The super bulky yarn used for this project means that the pattern works up quickly.

Yarn weight: Super Bulky

Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick and Quick

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Silent Night Christmas Tree Skirt

Photo Credit:www.ravelry.com

This cozy, detailed Christmas tree skirt integrates both pine trees and puff stitches right into the design. The pattern is worked in turned rows.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease Solids

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Pine Crochet Christmas Tree Skirt

Photo Credit:brianakdesigns.com

Here’s an elegant, multi-colored skirt that’s worked in continuous rounds from the center out. The split single crochet stitch gives this pattern its knit look.

Yarn weight: Bulky

Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Thick & Quick

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Red Heart Pompom Trimmed Tree Skirt

Photo Credit:www.yarnspirations.com

What says “celebratory” like pompoms? This easy Christmas crochet pattern is worked in turned rows and is left open in order to easily drape it around your Christmas tree.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

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Crochet Vintage Christmas Tree Truck Blanket

Photo Credit:leftinknots.com

This vintage Christmas crochet pattern is created using the C2C (corner to corner) stitch. It’s a great way to use up scrap yarn since many of the colors use less than one skein. This cozy project is sure to be a family keepsake for years to come.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Impeccable Solid Yarn by Loops and Threads

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Crochet Christmas Granny Square Blanket

Photo Credit:mariasbluecrayon.com

Here’s another vintage crochet blanket that granny square lovers are sure to enjoy! The author describes this pattern as perfect for the “determined beginner”. Due to all the fun granny square designs that are integrated into this blanket, you’ll want to make sure to give yourself plenty of time to complete this project.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice

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Red Heart Christmas Morning Striped Throw

Photo Credit:www.yarnspirations.com

Have a holly jolly Christmas with this fun, playful throw! Special stitches involved in this pattern include the V-stitch and the bobble stitch. Don’t forget to add your pompoms!

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

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Crochet Christmas Light Decorations

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You can string these colorful lights up anywhere, and you don’t even have to pay for electricity! Make your string multicolored, white, red and green, or whatever other color you love. Make sure you also collect some stuffing to fill your bulbs.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Drops Paris Cotton

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Chunky Yarn Wreath

Photo Credit:yarnandchai.com

This lovely yarn wreath is super customizable. After you finish stitching, you can add stars, Christmas trees, or whatever other embellishments you like. This pattern includes a video tutorial only.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Yarn Bee Chunky Knit

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Crochet Nativity Set

Photo Credit:www.whistleandivy.com

You can set this crocheted nativity set anywhere without having to worry about the pieces breaking. Adding washers or small weights to the bottom of each piece will help them to stay upright.

Yarn weight: Fingering

Suggested yarn: Palette

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Crochet Gift Card Holder

Photo Credit:mariasbluecrayon.com

A crocheted gift card holder is a perfect way to add thoughtfulness to your gift. Afterward, the recipient can use this cute crocheted truck as an ornament or decoration. You’ll use a whip stitch to sew each piece together to finish this design.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

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Holly Jolly Christmas Ornament Gift Card Holder

Photo Credit:leftinknots.com

This Christmas ornament gift card holder is super quick to make and is perfect for using up scrap yarn. It’s an easy way to add a handmade touch to any gift card. This pattern is worked by holding two strands of yarn together.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Caron Cakes

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Christmas Coffee Cosy

Photo Credit:memorylanecrochet.co.uk

Keep your coffee or hot chocolate warm with this festive coffee cosy. This pattern uses the cluster stitch as well as increases and decreases. When you’re finished crocheting, you’ll need to sew the appliqué onto your cosy.

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: King Cole Pricewise DK

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Christmas Vacation Beanie

Photo Credit:www.withalexofficialblog.com

Stay cozy as you celebrate the holidays with this festive beanie. For this pattern, you’ll work the brim in flat rows and the hat in the round. This pattern is best for intermediates.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft

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Crochet Elf Hat with Ears

Photo Credit:makeanddocrew.com

This elf hat with ears is so cute, but the best part is that the pattern includes sizes for the whole family! I love the idea of making these hats for family Christmas photos. Be sure to measure head circumference before choosing the size in order to get the perfect fit.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice

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Adult Elf Hat

Photo Credit:okiegirlblingnthings.com

This festive elf hat is perfect for Christmas parties or simply for staying warm! For this pattern, you’ll just need to know some basic stitches, along with the front post double crochet and foundation double crochet.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: I Love This Yarn

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Crochet Elf Hat

Photo Credit:www.repeatcrafterme.com

This easy elf hat is made in double crochet rounds. You can keep it solid, or easily change it to add stripes. There are six different sizes available in this pattern, from newborn to adult.

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice

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