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The Twelve Days of Christmas: Holiday Crochet Part 2 Pattern

The Twelve Days of Christmas: Holiday Crochet Part 2 Pattern
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Multi-Day Project

A rewarding 12+ hour journey—perfect for dedicated crafters who love detailed work.

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Festive fun for the season, bringing handmade magic to celebrations and creating new family traditions.

About This The Twelve Days of Christmas: Holiday Crochet Part 2 Pattern

This PDF contains multiple holiday projects: crochet-covered foam ball ornaments, layered ruffle trees, four different garlands, and a reusable crocheted gift bag. Each project is designed to use stash yarn and simple techniques so you can make beautiful holiday decor from leftovers. The patterns include stitch counts, increase/decrease rounds, and practical assembly tips like steaming and using plastic canvas for stability.

The Twelve Days of Christmas: Holiday Crochet Part 2 Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Clear step-by-step rounds and assembly notes are provided for each piece. Many projects use two strands held together so your finished items are sturdy and show variegated yarn beautifully.

Why You'll Love This The Twelve Days of Christmas: Holiday Crochet Part 2 Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns odds-and-ends yarn into impressive holiday decor that looks far more expensive than it is. I enjoy the mix of quick, repetitive rounds for the ornaments and the creative freedom in making layered trees and garlands. These designs encourage stash-busting, so I can use tiny amounts of yarn and still end up with something delightful. The steaming and shaping steps bring everything together — I always get excited when a flat disc becomes a drapey ruffle after a little steam. Making useful gift bags from recycled materials also makes me feel resourceful and proud to give handmade presents.

The Twelve Days of Christmas: Holiday Crochet Part 2 Pattern step 1 - construction progress The Twelve Days of Christmas: Holiday Crochet Part 2 Pattern step 2 - assembly progress The Twelve Days of Christmas: Holiday Crochet Part 2 Pattern step 3 - details and accessories The Twelve Days of Christmas: Holiday Crochet Part 2 Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how these patterns are great for experimenting — try different yarn weights and hold 3 strands together for an extra chunky ornament that works well as a mantel display.

If you want a delicate mini ornament, switch to sport weight yarn and a smaller hook for tiny versions perfect for tree branches or gift tags.

I often change colors mid-round for a striped effect; try alternating two complimentary scraps every two rounds for a candy-striped ball.

For the trees, you can skip steaming and instead starch the discs lightly for a crisper, sculptural look if you prefer structure over drape.

I sometimes embroider small motifs or add seed beads to the ornament surface for extra sparkle and texture — a few securely sewn beads add a professional touch.

To make the gift bag more durable, line it with fabric and sew the lining to the top edge before adding handles; it makes the bag washable and long lasting.

If you want a more rustic tree, use natural fiber yarns like wool and a slightly smaller hook to get tighter ruffles and a vintage aesthetic.

Try making garlands with mixed media: crochet sections interspersed with paper or felt shapes for a whimsical, kid-friendly project.

For a modern look, work the tree discs all in BLO (back loop only) to get ridged edges that create an architectural silhouette instead of soft ruffles.

I also like adding tiny LED string lights to tucked layers of the tree for a glowing display — weave the battery pack into the cone base for a neat finish.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when working continuous rounds will make you lose track of the start of each round; place a stitch marker in the last stitch of each round and move it as you work. ✗ Inserting the foam ball too late can make decreases difficult with the ball inside; insert the ball when you reach 30 stitches around and gently finish decreases over it for an even cover. ✗ Working with only one strand when two are recommended causes floppy discs and weak bag fabric; hold two strands together as suggested to make sturdy, drapey discs and a firm bag fabric. ✗ Not checking gauge visually for discs may make them too small or too large for your cone; fold a finished disc around your cone as you go and adjust increase rounds or add/subtract rows to fit the cone. ✗ Forgetting to steam the tree discs will give you stiff, unattractive ruffles; steam about 1-2 inches away from the fabric to relax and shape each disc before assembling the tree. ✗ Cutting plastic canvas too large can poke through the fabric and cause lumps; trim plastic canvas slightly smaller than the gusset piece and smooth all jagged edges before inserting.

The Twelve Days of Christmas: Holiday Crochet Part 2 Pattern

This collection brings together quick holiday makes you can finish with stash yarn and basic tools. You will find patterns for large crochet-covered foam ornaments, layered ombre trees, playful garlands, and a reusable gift bag — all with clear photo-driven instructions. Perfect for using leftover yarn and making festive decorations and gifts that look handmade and thoughtful.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for The Twelve Days of Christmas: Holiday Crochet Part 2 Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Assorted 4-ply worsted weight yarn (#4) - various colors and small scraps for ornaments and trees (use two strands held together when instructed)
  • 02
    Red Heart Super Saver type worsted yarn examples - scrap skeins used for trees (seven different greens suggested for ombre effect)
  • 03
    Metallic novelty yarn and white fluffy yarn for garland accents (small amounts)
  • 04
    Plastic canvas or thick cardboard for gift bag bottom support (cut-to-size)
  • 05
    Foam balls (6 inch recommended) for ornaments (quantity as desired, pictured large 6")
  • 06
    Ornament topper caps (plastic or metal) to finish the foam ball openings
  • 07
    Pony beads and pearly white beads for beaded garlands (large quantities, e.g., 250 beads for one garland)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size K/6.5mm (for crochet over foam balls)
  • 02
    Crochet hook size I/5.5mm (used for tree discs and many discs)
  • 03
    Crochet hook size H/5.0mm (used for tree topper)
  • 04
    Crochet hook size J/6mm (used for bag construction and some tree pieces)
  • 05
    Crochet hook size L/8mm (used for bead garland and large chains)
  • 06
    Scissors
  • 07
    Yarn/tapestry needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 08
    Stitch markers
  • 09
    Measuring tape or ruler
  • 10
    Plastic canvas or sturdy cardboard for bag base
  • 11
    Steam iron or garment steamer (for steaming tree discs)
  • 12
    Glue gun (optional, to secure cone pieces or bottom if desired)
  • 13
    Yarn needle or beading needle for threading beads
  • 14
    Pins for assembly (optional)

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— Christmas Balls (Ornaments) :

Infos :

Working in the CONTINUOUS Round: *I do not join and chain, but continue to work in the next stitch. Use a stitch marker for this so you don’t lose your place.

Info :

Start with two strands held together if you want a thicker fabric. Use a K/6.5mm hook for my samples. Foam balls pictured are 6".

Round 1 :

Chain 2. Single crochet 6 in the second chain from the hook and work over your starting tail. (6)

Round 2 :

Starting in the first sc make 2 sc in that stitch and in each stitch around. (12) *Still work over the starting tail.

Info :

After getting done with all 12 sc for that round, pull the starting tail to cinch up the opening. You can now trim that tail or weave it in or just leave it if it will be on the inside of your work.

Info :

You want to move your stitch marker to the last stitch of each round so you know when you get to the end.

Round 3 :

(Make 1 sc in next stitch, make 2 sc in the next stitch) repeat around (18)

Round 4 :

(Make 1 sc in next 2 stitches, make 2 sc in the next stitch) repeat around (24)

Round 5 :

(Make 1 sc in next 3 stitches, make 2 sc in the next stitch) repeat around (30)

Round 6 :

(Make 1 sc in next 4 stitches, make 2 sc in the next stitch) repeat around (36)

Round 7 :

(Make 1 sc in next 5 stitches, make 2 sc in the next stitch) repeat around (42)

Round 8 :

(Make 1 sc in next 6 stitches, make 2 sc in the next stitch) repeat around (48)

Round 9 :

(Make 1 sc in next 7 stitches, make 2 sc in the next stitch) repeat around (54)

Round 10-17 :

sc in each stitch around (54)

Info :

When you get to this part you want to have your crochet fit just a little larger than your ball. Fold it around the top of your ball and see how it fits. It should look "loose" around the edges but bowl up a little so there are gaps to slide the ball inside.

Round 18 :

To go from 54 to 48: (Make 1 sc in next 7 stitches, make an inv dec over the next two stitches) repeat around

Round 19 :

To go from 48 to 42: (Make 1 sc in next 6 stitches, make an inv dec over the next two stitches) repeat around

Round 20 :

To go from 42 to 36: (Make 1 sc in next 5 stitches, make an inv dec over the next two stitches) repeat around

Round 21 :

To go from 36 to 30: (Make 1 sc in next 4 stitches, make an inv dec over the next two stitches) repeat around

Info :

***Once I got here to 30 stitches around, I inserted my foam ball. If you are using balls like mine and they have a hole make sure you put the hole facing you. It might be a little tight – just stretch it and pop it in. You will have to do the rest of the decreases with the foam inserted. Just pull out the stitches a little as you work into them.

Round 22 :

To go from 30 to 24: (Make 1 sc in next 3 stitches, make an inv dec over the next two stitches) repeat around

Round 23 :

To go from 24 to 18: (Make 1 sc in next 2 stitches, make an inv dec over the next two stitches) repeat around

Round 24 :

To go from 18 to 12: (Make 1 sc in next stitch, make an inv dec over the next two stitches) repeat around.

Round 25 :

make one sc in each stitch around (12) and leave a tail to weave opening shut. I use only one of my two tails to weave shut and then when you come back around tie the two together and hide tails with your needle under a few stitches.

Info :

This blue and teal ball pictured was worked with the exact same pattern as above, but worked in the Back Loop Only (BLO) all the way around for a ridged look.

— Trees ("Deck the Halls with Boughs of Holly": Trees #2 & #3) :

Infos :

Yarn: I used assorted greens from my stash; discs are worked with I/5.5mm hook for discs (except topper) and H/5.0mm or J/6mm for some parts as noted. For ombre look use multiple shades. Steam each disc to relax and shape.

Info :

Decide how many layers/discs you want for your tree. I chose 6 for the small one and 7 for the larger one. Use multiples of 5 for starting chains for discs.

Round 1 :

Chain the number of chains you want for where you want it to sit on your cone. Join around and then chain up 3 (for this pattern chain 3 DOES count as a double crochet) – after you chain up 3 double crochet around in each chain join to the top of the chain 3 and that completes the first round.

Round 2 :

Chain up 3 and make 2dc in each double crochet around. Join to the top of the chain 3 and chain up 3 again (do this for each round).

Round 3 :

Double crochet one double crochet in double crochet around.

Round 4 :

Repeat Round 2.

Round 5 :

Repeat Round 3.

Info :

You can decide now if you want to continue to do an increase round (Round 2) or work straight a few rounds until you reach the length you want. Most discs had 5 rounds and then I did a final round of half double crochet. The increase rounds are what makes the discs "wavy" at the end and helps them drop down.

Info :

Steam your discs about 1-2" away from the fabric on an ironing board to relax the stitches and create a soft drape. Let dry and stack on your cone.

— Tree Top (small pointed top) :

Info :

The top of the tree is made a little different. Use your smaller hook for the top and the method below.

Round 1 :

Starting with your smaller hook, chain 2. In the 2nd chain from the hook make 4 sc. (4 sc)

Round 2 :

Join and chain up 1 and make 1 sc in each stitch around. (4 sc)

Round 3 :

Join and chain up 1 and make 2sc in the 1st sc and then sc in each of the rest of the stitches around. (5 sc)

Round 4 :

Join and chain up 1 and make a sc in each stitch around. (5)

Round 5 :

Join and chain up 1 and make 2sc in the 1st sc and then sc in each of the rest of the stitches around. (6 sc)

Round 6 :

Join and chain up 1 and make a sc in each stitch around. (6 sc)

Round 7 :

Join and chain up 1 and make 2sc in the 1st sc and then sc in each of the rest of the stitches around. (7 sc)

Round 8 :

Join and chain up 1 and make 2sc in the 1st sc and then sc in each of the rest of the stitches around. (8 sc)

Round 9 :

Join and chain up 1 and make 2sc in the 1st sc and then sc in each of the rest of the stitches around. (9 sc)

Round 10 :

Join and chain up 1 and make 2sc in the 1st sc and then sc in each of the rest of the stitches around. (10 sc)

Round 11 :

Join and chain up 1 and make 2sc in the 1st sc and then sc in each of the rest of the stitches around. (11 sc)

Round 12 :

Join and chain up 1 and make 2sc in the 1st sc and then sc in each of the rest of the stitches around. (12 sc)

Round 13 :

Join. Chain up 3 and make 2dc in each double crochet around. Join to the top of the chain 3 and chain up 3 again (do this for each round) (24 dc)

Round 14 :

Double crochet one double crochet in double crochet around. (24)

Round 15 :

Repeat Round 13 *you may decide you don’t want to increase again and just work straight up.

Round 16 :

Repeat Round 14 *repeat this row for the length you want.

Info :

Assemble. Stack steamed discs on your cone from largest to smallest, secure with a dab of hot glue or stitch through centers to fix layers in place. Add the pointed top and tuck ends.

— Garlands :

Garland #1 (P1) :

String on pony beads before starting and pull one up on the last round for ornaments. Use two strands held together and a yarn needle to thread about 250 pony beads. Use L/8mm hook. Chain 10, pull up a bead, chain 10, pull up a bead and repeat until all beads are used. Fold or twist, add knots to keep shape.

Garland #2 (P1) :

Hold two skeins together (variegated holiday yarn) and use L/8mm hook. Start with chain 5; work back and forth rows of HDC (4 hdc in each row starting in chain 5) until you run out of yarn. Steam and stretch along the length to bias and lengthen. Example: finished 114" then stretched to ~160" after steaming and stretching.

Garland #3 (P1) :

Use leftovers held together and J/6mm hook. Chain 10 then work HDC back down/up the chain, then repeat: (chain 25, slip on 3 beads, hdc in the 3rd chain from the hook and in the next 13-15 chains)* to create dangly curls with beads. Use beads from stash and thread as you go.

Garland #4 (P1) :

If you have leftover beads, chain 20, slip up a bead and repeat until you run out of stash. Fold in half, knot along length for a faux popcorn look or twist into a long strand.

— Gift Bag #2 :

Infos :

This bag is a formula to make custom-sized reusable gift bags. Use any yarn but for a sturdy bag use two strands of 4-ply worsted and a J/6mm hook. You will also need a stiff base (plastic canvas or cardboard) trimmed to fit.

Info :

Decide measurements: width (left to right), depth (front to back), and height. Chain the desired width. Note: your chain will grow by as much as 1/2" after you start crocheting into it, so start slightly smaller (example: to get a 10" wide bag start with a 9.5" chain).

Instruction :

I worked in HDC with two strands held together. Work a long rectangular piece that will become the front, back and bottom. Example calculation: for a 12" high bag that is 6" deep you will add 12+12+6+30 = first piece approximately 30" high (this is the formula example provided in pattern).

Instruction :

The second piece of fabric is worked in rows where the width equals the depth of your bag. For a 6" depth the chain should be about 5.5". The length for this side piece should equal the width of your bag plus side allowances (photo examples used 14" width + 6" each side = 30").

Instruction :

Cut plastic canvas slightly smaller than your side/gusset piece and insert it between the two overlapping bottom layers for support. Trim jagged edges and smooth sides before inserting.

Instruction :

Use running stitches to hold the canvas in place or a few hot glue dabs if using cardboard. Stitch bottom pieces together first along all four sides (easiest before sewing up sides).

Instruction :

Flip your side piece with plastic canvas attached under your main piece. Position canvas between the two layers so it is not visible. Pin and measure to ensure all height pieces match.

Instruction :

Stitch bottom pieces together, then pin up all four sides evenly and stitch using matching yarn or a contrasting decorative stitch. Make handles by braiding or making 6 strips (3 per side), pull through and knot on opposite sides to secure.

Info :

Weave in ends and secure all seams. Optionally make a drawstring or lining for a more finished look.

— Assembly :

Info :

Insert foam caps/topper into the finished ornament before securing the last stitches. Steam and shape tree discs, then stack and sew or glue onto the painted cone. Sew plastic canvas into bag base before stitching layers together for a professional, sturdy finish.

Assembly Instructions

  • Insert the foam ball into the crochet cover when you reach 30 stitches around, orient any hole in the ball as needed, then continue decreases to encase it securely and attach the topper cap after closing.
  • For trees: steam each crocheted disc about 1-2 inches away, let them relax and dry, then stack largest to smallest on a painted cardboard cone and secure each disc with a few stitches through the center or a dab of hot glue between layers.
  • For the gift bag: cut plastic canvas slightly smaller than the gusset piece and slip it between the two overlapped bottom layers; secure with running stitches (or hot glue) and then stitch all four bottom seams before sewing up the sides.
  • String pony beads onto two strands before crocheting the beaded garland or pull beads into place by chaining and threading as you go; knot and finish ends and optionally fold or twist the finished garland for texture.
  • When assembling layers or joining pieces, pin everything first to check placement and symmetry, then sew with a yarn needle using matching yarn and weave in tails under a few stitches to hide them.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of rounds while working in continuous rounds; move the marker to the last stitch of each round to avoid losing your place.
  • 💡Steam the tree discs rather than pressing them; steam about 1-2 inches away to relax the fabric without crushing stitches, which will create the desired drape.
  • 💡When making the bag, measure carefully and remember that chains will grow slightly when you begin crocheting into them; start a touch smaller and check measurements as you go.
  • 💡Insert the plastic canvas between the bottom layers and trim it a little smaller than the gusset so it does not poke through the crochet fabric.
  • 💡When inserting the foam ball into the ornament, gently stretch the crocheted bowl and slowly ease the ball in; continue decreases with the foam in place for a smooth fit.

This holiday collection is all about using your stash to create beautiful seasonal decor and gifts with minimal waste and maximum charm. Whether you make a set of crochet-covered ornaments, a stacked ombre tree, playful garlands, or a reusable gift bag, these projects celebrate creativity and handmade joy. Grab your yarn, pick a movie, and enjoy making something festive and heartwarming this season! 🎄🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished ornament be?

The finished crochet-covered ornament fits the 6" foam balls pictured; size will vary if you use different diameter foam balls or change yarn/hook sizes.

Can I use different yarn weights for these projects?

Yes, but changing yarn weight and hook size will affect finished size and drape; for ornaments and trees I recommend holding two strands of 4-ply worsted (#4) together when instructed to achieve the same look.

Do I need special tools to steam the tree discs?

No special tools are required — a steam iron or garment steamer works well; hold the steamer 1-2 inches away from the crochet pieces to relax fibers without touching them.

How long does it typically take to finish a set of ornaments and a tree?

Time varies with experience and how many pieces you make; most crafters complete a few ornaments and a small tree across multiple sessions — the whole set of projects in this PDF is suitable as a multi-day project.

Can I machine wash the finished gift bag?

I recommend hand washing gently if you used mixed fibers; if you used acrylic worsted yarn and securely attached the canvas, you may be able to spot clean or hand wash and reshape, but avoid high heat drying.