A Bunch of Christmas Tree Baubles to Knit

If your Christmas tree needs a little extra something, or you’re looking for a quick gift to knit up for a bunch of people on your list, these pretty baubles from Samuele Scomparin are a good option.

They’re all worked in just two colors of DK weight yarn (you could also use worsted, they’d just be a little bigger) and there are 24 different options, so you’re sure to find something for everyone. I love the little owl and the snowflake.

You can whip one of these up in an afternoon or faster and have a whole bunch of balls in no time!

Get the pattern bundle on Ravelry.

[Photo: Samuele Scomparin.]

If you’re looking for more Christmas-themed knitting patterns, you can check out some of our favorite Christmas patterns on Etsy. You can find a wide range of patterns for Christmas-themed projects such as Christmas stockings, Santa Claus ornaments, Christmas tree decorations, festive scarfs, hats, and more.

The patterns available on Etsy are designed by different designers, so you’ll find a variety of styles and skill levels, making it easy to find the perfect pattern for your next project. Etsy is a great place to find unique and one-of-a-kind patterns, whether you’re looking for a classic Christmas design or something more modern and trendy. With so many patterns to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect pattern to add a touch of festive cheer to your holiday season.

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I’m trying to include more knits for kids in my posts because I know a lot of people do a lot of their knitting for the little ones in their lives.

This child’s striped vest from Lion Brand Yarn is not only cute and great for kids who might find a full sweater too hot, it’s also an easy project if you’ve never knit a garment before.

Lion Brand rates it as level 2 easy/beginner +, probably just because there’s a little shaping and seaming invovled, but it’s nothing you can’t handle.

The pattern comes in three sizes that are meant to be for ages 6, 8 and 10. The finished chest measurement is 30, 31.5 or 33 inches, which is 76, 80 and 84 cm respectively. This makes the vest a little roomy and makes it easy to slip on over a T-shirt or other top.

It’s worked in two pieces from the bottom up, with the neckband and armhole bands worked in the round after the body pieces are sewn together. One benefit of knitting stripes on a project like this is that it’s easier to make sure your pieces are the same length because you can just count the stripes (it’s also a little easier to seam because you’re always lining up the stripes).

If you’re knitting the smallest size, you only need one skein each of the two colors you choose, and for the larger sizes you will only need two, making this project a pretty good value. The suggested yarn is Color Theory, a worsted weight acrylic yarn that comes in 18 relatively muted colors. Of course you can use any worsted weight yarn you like. Keep it acrylic for easy washing or use wool to make this a warmer garment for kids who live in cooler climates.

You can grab the pattern for free from the Lion Brand website, or get a kit that includes the yarn you need (and needles if you don’t have them already). I think this would be a great basic to knit a kid for back to school in their school colors, or make it holiday with red and green, or whatever colors the child likes.

[Photo: Lion Brand Yarn]

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