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Super Sweet Christmas Ornaments to Knit

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I know it always feels like the clock is ticking by the time we hit December, and most of us have that moment where we think, “Right, no more new projects, I’m done, the needles are going away.” But trust me, this adorable ornament pattern set from Amy Gaines is exactly the sort of quick, heart-warming knit that sneaks into your holiday lineup without adding stress. In fact, it might even bring back a bit of the joy we tend to lose somewhere between wrapping the umpteenth present and hunting for the good scissors.

These sweet little characters — a cheerful snowman, a nostalgic snow globe, the cutest wide-eyed mouse, a cosy forest owl, and a classic Christmas pudding — are all worked in worsted weight yarn, which means two things: they knit up fast, and you probably already have everything you need in your stash. At just 3 to 4 inches tall, each one is the perfect “one cuppa tea and a sitcom episode” project. They’re the kind of small, satisfying makes that remind you why you love knitting in the first place.

What I really love about Amy Gaines’ style is the personality she packs into such tiny stitches. A few little shaping details, a clever colour change, and suddenly you’ve got an ornament with real character — the sort of thing your kids or grandkids pluck off the tree and claim as theirs. They also make brilliant last-minute gifts. Tie one onto a bottle of wine, tuck one into a teacher’s gift, or hang a handful on a festive branch display. Instant charm, handmade warmth, and no frantic late-night crafting required.

If your holiday decor needs a little extra handmade magic, or you’re simply craving a bite-sized knitting project between bigger commitments, these ornaments are a lovely way to keep your needles busy without overcommitting. Sometimes the smallest projects end up being the most memorable.

That’s a good thing, because you’ll probably want to stitch all of them once you get your hands on these patterns from Ravelry.

[Photo: Amy Gaines]

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Stine HoelgaardJohansen’s Golden Girl top is a cute sport weight top with a round neckline that’s deeper in the back, and worked from the bottom up in broken rib. There are nine size options (and six languages) and you can grab it for free on Ravelry. 

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