12 Crochet Christmas Tree Free Patterns
A crochet Christmas tree is a sweet way to bring the holidays into every room. A small one fits on a desk or a windowsill, a group of three makes a lovely mantel display, and a bigger one can stand on an entry table all season. They never drop needles, and they pack flat into your holiday box.
We checked each of these 12 free patterns by hand. You will find tiny amigurumi trees with faces, bobble trees, cone trees with crocodile stitch branches, and a 1-foot tabletop tree. There are options for every yarn weight, from fingering to bulky.
Crochet Christmas Tree Free Patterns
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What You’ll Need
- Green yarn in worsted or bulky weight
- Crochet hook set (2 mm to 6.5 mm)
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing
- Cardboard or plastic canvas circles for flat bases
- Small beads, buttons or mini pom-poms for decorating
- Stitch markers
- Yarn needle
1. Amigurumi Christmas Tree (Craft Passion)
Photo: Joanne / Craft Passion
A little 5-inch tree with a sturdy base, a wavy white snow garland wrapped around it, and a gold star on top. The garland is just a chain of small double crochet shells. The pattern is marked beginner, and the designer says it works as an ornament, a gift topper or a tabletop piece.
- Designer: Joanne / Craft Passion
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: DK (#3) or light worsted
- Hook: 2.5 mm
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
2. Mini Tabletop Christmas Tree
Photo: Ling Ryan / Hooked On Patterns
A full, bushy cone tree about 1 foot tall with a 5-inch base when made in chunky yarn. The branches are rounds of 3-dc shells that curl down as you work, so it really looks like a little fir. Use worsted yarn and a 4 mm hook and you get a 9-inch tree instead. Add mini lights or tinsel to finish it.
- Designer: Ling Ryan / Hooked On Patterns
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: bulky (#5), or worsted for a smaller tree
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
3. Bobble Christmas Trees
Photo: Hooked on Homemade Happiness
Textured trees covered in rows of bobble stitches, made in soft heathered greens, reds and browns for a rustic look. The designer says if you can make a bobble and basic stitches, you can make these. They look great grouped in different colors on a mantel or a tiered tray.
- Designer: Hooked on Homemade Happiness
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4.5 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
4. Christmas Tree Amigurumi (StringyDingDing)
Photo: StringyDingDing
A kawaii tree with big safety eyes, a white snowy trim and a yellow star. There is an optional brown stump if you want it taller. It is rated easy, so it is a good pick for your first amigurumi. Kids love this one, and it makes a cute plush gift.
- Designer: StringyDingDing
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
5. Joy the Christmas Tree
Photo: Furls Crochet
An 8.5-inch amigurumi tree with a brown trunk, a yellow star and a sweet face. The sample uses a sparkly green yarn for a little shimmer. It was made for Furls’ amigurumi crochet-along, so the pattern is split into parts that are easy to follow one step at a time.
- Designer: Furls Crochet
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
6. Crochet Christmas Tree Stand
Photo: Tonya Bush / Nana’s Crafty Home
A flat crochet tree panel, about 7.5 inches, mounted on a wooden dowel and stand, then dressed up with faux pearl buttons. The sample is cream and gold for a soft boho look. It uses bulky yarn and is beginner friendly, so it works up quickly for last-minute decor or gifts.
- Designer: Tonya Bush / Nana’s Crafty Home
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: bulky (#5)
- Hook: 6.5 mm (K)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
7. Simple Beaded Amigurumi Christmas Tree
Photo: Hannah Cross / HanJan Crochet
A tall tree, 29 cm (11.5 inches) high with the star, decorated with colored beads that look like tiny baubles. The designer suggests it for beginners who want to try amigurumi, and it is big enough to be a centerpiece on a mantel or holiday table. The pattern is written in both US and UK terms.
- Designer: Hannah Cross / HanJan Crochet
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: see pattern
- Hook: 2.5 mm and 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
8. Tiny Lights Crochet Christmas Tree
A small 4.5-inch tree with colorful puff stitches dotted around it like tiny lights. It is made in soft fingering weight cotton blend, so the stitches are small and neat. It is part of a set of three tiny trees by the same designer, and looks lovely on a desk or bookshelf.
- Designer: Agat Rottman Cassel / Made by Gootie
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: fingering (#1)
- Hook: 2.5 mm (C)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
9. Bobble Christmas Tree (Made with a Twist)
Photo: Made with a Twist
A chunky cone tree covered in bobbles, made with bulky yarn for a cozy, squishy look. The free version on the blog is the small size, 6 inches tall and 3 inches at the base. The two larger sizes are in the paid PDF. Make a few in different shades of green, or try white and cream for a snowy display.
- Designer: Made with a Twist
- Skill level: Easy / Intermediate
- Yarn: bulky (#5)
- Hook: 6.5 mm (K)
- Price: Free written pattern (small size) + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
10. Crochet Christmas Tree (The Lazy Hobbyhopper)
Photo: Pradeepa / The Lazy Hobbyhopper
A tiny 3.5-inch tree that works up in very little time. It is a simple, classic shape, so you can make a whole row of them for a windowsill, add a loop to use as ornaments, or set one at each plate as a place card holder on Christmas Day.
- Designer: Pradeepa / The Lazy Hobbyhopper
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: DK (#3) or light worsted
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
11. O’ Crochet Christmas Tree
Photo: Little Abbee Patterns
A 10.5-inch cone tree covered in layered crocodile stitch “scales” that look like branches, finished with a star on top. It is made in worsted cotton or acrylic. The crocodile stitch takes a little practice, but the tutorial walks you through it. The result is a striking tree that stands out on any table.
- Designer: Little Abbee Patterns
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
12. Pine Tree (Maria Somer)
Photo: Maria Somer (via Ravelry)
A little pine tree about 11 cm tall, made in DK cotton with a small 2 mm hook. It is a free Ravelry download from a designer known for small amigurumi buddies. Ravelry lists it as intermediate, although the description calls it super easy. It fits right into a woodland or nature display.
- Designer: Maria Somer (via Ravelry)
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: DK (#3)
- Hook: 2 mm
- Price: Free (Ravelry download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
Which One Should You Make?
- First crochet tree? Start with #1 from Craft Passion or #6, the flat tree stand.
- Want a big statement piece? Go with #2, the 1-foot tabletop tree, or #7, the beaded tree.
- Making a gift for a child? #4 and #5 have friendly faces and are soft to hold.
- Love texture? Try #3 or #9 for bobbles, or #11 for crocodile stitch branches.
- Short on time? #10 is tiny and quick, so you can make a row in an afternoon.
FAQ
How do I make a crochet Christmas tree stand up straight?
Stuff it firmly and evenly, adding small amounts at a time. Many patterns use a flat crochet base, and you can slip a cardboard or plastic canvas circle inside before closing it. For extra weight, put a small bag of poly pellets in the bottom. A tighter gauge also helps the tree hold its shape.
What yarn is best for a crochet Christmas tree?
Worsted acrylic or cotton is the easiest to work with and comes in many greens. Bulky yarn makes big trees fast, like #2 and #9. For tiny, detailed trees, DK or fingering weight with a small hook gives neat stitches. Sparkly or heathered yarns add a nice touch.
Can I make these trees bigger or smaller?
Yes. The easiest way is to change your yarn weight and hook size without changing the pattern. Thicker yarn and a bigger hook give a bigger tree, and thinner yarn gives a smaller one. Hooked On Patterns shows this with its tree: the same pattern makes a 12-inch tree in chunky yarn and a 9-inch tree in worsted.
Make one tree this week and you may find yourself crocheting a whole little forest by Christmas.