Knitted Christmas Tree Ornament

Last updated on January 4th, 2024 at 12:00 am

These are quick, and easy-to-knit, Christmas tree ornaments that you can hang from the Christmas tree, wear on your lapel, or use as package trims.

The lovely picture of a knitted Christmas tree decorated with sparkling beads was submitted by Tara, a reader (and new knitter) who graciously allowed me to use her photograph.

I think it looks wonderful; very few store-bought ornaments would have the same warm appeal, although these homemade knitted Christmas bells are very popular and one of my favorites to hang on the Christmas tree every year.

Materials:

small amount of worsted weight yarn, in green, or your color choice
small amount of dark color for tree trunk (optional )
small amount of any yarn for embroidery , or sew on sequins, small buttons or beads as ornaments
small amount of pillow stuffing , or cotton balls.
1 pr. US size 7 needles.

Gauge: 5 sts and 6 rows = 1 inch

Directions:

Starting at bottom of tree, with color desired for tree, cast on 15 sts.
Knit across. Row 2 : K 1, K 2 tog, K across row.
Row 3: K 1, P 2 tog, P across to last st, P 1.
Rows 4, 5, 6, & 7: Repeat rows 2 & 3. ( 9 sts)
Row 8: Cast on 2 sts at beg of row, then K 1, K 2 tog, K across row.
Row 9: Cast on 2 sts at beg of row, then K 1, P 2 tog, P across to last st, K 1.
Rows 10, 11, 12, 13 : Repeat rows 2 & 3. ( 7 sts)
Row 14 : Repeat row 8.
Row 15: Repeat row 9.
Rows 16 & 17: Repeat rows 2& 3.
Repeat these last 2 rows until 3 sts remain. Turn, then knit these last 3 sts tog.
Fasten off.

Make another tree side in same manner.

Embroider stars, ornaments, or sew on beads , small buttons as desired, on front of tree.

Sew the 2 sides of trees tog, leaving bottom open. Stuff lightly with pillow stuffing, then sew bottom closed.

Sew on a hanging loop at top of tree ornament.

Optional Tree trunk:

With dark color yarn, cast on 4 sts. K 2 rows, bind off. Sew narrow end of trunk to bottom center of stuffed tree.

This free knitting pattern is supplied with the compliments of Frugal Knitting Haus.