christmas advent calendar cal with 24 free christmas crochet patterns

Main project photo — *The finished project — looks amazing, right?*

2. Introduction

Welcome, crochet enthusiasts! This year, why not countdown to Christmas in style with a delightful Christmas Advent Calendar featuring 24 free crochet patterns? Each day leading up to the holiday, you can create a charming new piece that fits perfectly into your festive decor or makes a thoughtful gift. The finished calendar will typically measure about 24 inches wide by 36 inches tall, making it an eye-catching addition to your holiday celebrations.

For this project, you’ll want to choose yarn that complements your holiday palette. I recommend using a soft, worsted weight yarn in adult-friendly colors like deep forest green, rich burgundy, and a warm cream. These colors not only evoke the spirit of the season but also maintain a sophisticated look that will appeal to adults. This project is both fun and engaging, offering plenty of opportunities to practice your crochet skills while creating beautiful holiday treasures. Suitable for beginners and intermediates alike, this advent calendar is a great way to spread holiday cheer, whether for yourself or as a gift for loved ones.

Materials and preparation — *Materials and work-in-progress shot*

3. Materials Needed

– Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in forest green, burgundy, and cream – approximately 500 yards total

– Hook: 3.5mm or 4.0mm crochet hook

– Eyes: Safety eyes (8mm) OR black embroidery thread for detailing

– Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill stuffing (for plush pieces)

– Needle: Tapestry needle for sewing pieces together

– Marker: Stitch marker to keep track of rounds

– Optional extras: Small bells for a jingle effect, ribbons for decoration, buttons for embellishment

4. Designer Notes / Tips

When working on your advent calendar, you’ll be using a variety of stitch techniques, including single crochet, half double crochet, and slip stitches to create texture. If you’re new to any of these stitches, don’t worry if it takes a few tries—practice makes perfect! For stuffing your plush pieces, I recommend using a light stuffing to keep them soft and huggable, but feel free to pack them a bit firmer if you prefer a sturdier look.

Assembly is crucial for this project. I suggest joining pieces with a whip stitch for seamless edges, and using your stitch marker to keep track of your rounds. If you want to substitute yarn, any worsted weight yarn will work, but be sure to check your gauge to maintain consistency in size. Lastly, if you intend for your advent calendar to be child-friendly, consider using embroidered eyes instead of safety eyes to avoid any choking hazards.

5. Pattern Instructions

This advent calendar is designed to include 24 unique crochet patterns, each representing a different day leading up to Christmas. Below are instructions for the first few pieces to get you started:

For Plushies:

Day 1: Christmas Tree

– Head:

– Body:

– Assembly: Stuff lightly before closing the top of the tree. Attach a small star embellishment on top.

Day 2: Snowman

– Body:

– Hat:

– Assembly: Attach the hat on top of the snowman’s head and add safety eyes.

Finishing Touches:

– For each day, continue this way, creating a new piece each time. Don’t forget to attach a small loop on each piece for hanging and to label them with numbers for the countdown!

6. Closing & Social Engagement

As you embark on this festive crochet journey, I’d love to see your version of the Christmas Advent Calendar! Leave a comment below to share your experiences or any tips that worked well for you. What color combination will you try for your calendar? Or perhaps you’ll create a new variation to gift to someone special. Don’t forget to share your finished pieces on social media using the hashtag #CrochetAdventCalendar, and let’s spread the crochet joy together!