Welcome to our creative and motivating step-by-step guide to crocheting a Christmas Counting Calendar!
Crochet is a wonderful art and having a DIY Christmas countdown calendar is an amazing way to celebrate the holiday season. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert at crocheting, this easy-to-understand guide will help you create a charming piece that will add a special touch to your holiday decor. Let’s start!
Necessary materials:
Crochet yarn in Christmas colors (red, green and white, for example).
Crochet hook compatible with the thread size.
Beads or buttons to decorate.
Sewing thread and needle.
Scissors.
A hoop frame (optional).
Step 1: Preparation
Start by choosing the colors of yarn you want to use. Generally, red is a great choice for the body of the calendar, and you can use green and white for Christmas details.
Step 2: Starting the Base
Make a slip knot at the end of the yarn and place it on the crochet hook.
Start by making a magic circle (adjustable washer) with 6 double crochets (sc).
Pinch the magic circle and close it with a slipped stitch.
Step 3: Increases
Now, to create the base of our calendar, you will make 6 increases at each low point of the magic circle. To make an increase, simply double crochet in the same stitch.
At the end of this step, you will have a total of 12 points.
Step 4: Calendar Body
Start working in circles, making a single crochet in each stitch around.
Continue single crochet in each stitch in the round until you reach the desired size for the body of your calendar. Remember to change yarn colors to create stripe patterns or other Christmas designs.
Step 5: Finalization
When your calendar is the size you want, cut the thread and pull it through the last stitch.
Now, you can decorate the calendar with beads, buttons, or any other Christmas detail you want.
Use the thread and sewing needle to attach the decorations to the calendar.
Step 6: Hanging the Calendar
If you want to hang the calendar, crochet a loop or use a satin ribbon as a hanging hook.
Attach the strap to the top of the calendar.
Step 7: Filling the Pockets
You can make 24 small crochet pockets to fill with candy or small gifts.
Sew pockets to the front of the calendar, one for each day in December.
Now you have your own crochet Christmas Countdown Calendar! Hang it on the wall and place a candy or surprise in each pocket to create a fun Christmas tradition. Remember, practice makes perfect in crochet, so don’t worry if your first attempt isn’t perfect. With patience and dedication, you will improve your skills. Have fun and have a Merry Christmas!
Access four patterns below, both free and paid:
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Train Amigurumi – Free Pattern
Amigurumi Christmas Wreath Free Pattern
Vintage Granny Square Christmas Tree
It is with great affection, love, grace and mercy that we wish all our readers a life full of God’s blessings in their homes, and mainly showered with good cheer and creativity to make the most beautiful crochet patterns.
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