Welcome, fellow makers! If you are looking for a charming, quick, and endlessly adaptable project, you are going to love this versatile crocheted tree. Whether you want to whip up a forest of festive holiday ornaments, sweet woodland toys for a nursery, or stylish appliqué patches for your favorite tote bags, this little tree pattern does it all.
Best of all, this project is beginner-friendly while offering plenty of room for creativity. Grab your hook, pick your favorite yarn colors, and let’s dive into making your new favorite handmade décor piece!
Materials & Tools Needed
- Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in green (for the tree) and brown (for the trunk). Cotton yarn gives a crisp, modern structure, while acrylic offers a soft, cozy feel.
- Crochet Hook: Size US G/6 (4.0 mm) or H/8 (5.0 mm), depending on your desired tension.
- Notions: Yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors, and stitch markers.
- Optional: Polyfill stuffing (if making a 3D tree), buttons, beads, or small stars for embellishments.
Abbreviations & Pattern Notes
- US Terminology
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- inc: increase (work 2 sts in the same st)
- dec: decrease (sc 2 together)
- st(s): stitch(es)
- Note: Unless otherwise specified, ch 1 at the beginning of a row does not count as a stitch.
Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions
- The Trunk (Brown Yarn): Ch 5. Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, work 1 sc in each ch across (4 sc). Turn, ch 1. Work 3 rows of sc (4 sc total per row). Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
- The Tree Body – Base Layer (Green Yarn): Join green yarn to the top edge of the trunk. Ch 2 (counts as hdc here and throughout), work 1 hdc in the same st, hdc in the next 2 sts, 2 hdc in the last st (6 hdc). Turn, ch 2.
- Shaping the Tree:
- Row 2: Inc, hdc in each st across to the last st, inc. (8 hdc). Turn, ch 2.
- Rows 3–6: Repeat Row 2, increasing by 2 sts each row. You will finish Row 6 with 16 hdc.
- Refining the Top: Row 7: Dec, hdc in each st across to the last 2 sts, dec (14 hdc). Turn, ch 1. Continue working decrease rows until you reach 4 sts at the very top point. Fasten off.
- Optional 3D Version: Crochet two identical tree triangles. Place them back-to-back, sandwiching a light layer of polyfill between them, and sc them together around the outer edges.
Finishing & Helpful Tips
- Weave in Ends Securely: Use your yarn needle to tuck all loose yarn tails neatly inside the project before closing up any seams.
- Maintain Even Tension: Keep your stitches consistent so your tree holds a crisp, symmetrical triangular shape without warping.
- Block for Crisp Edges: If working flat, lightly steam block your finished tree to give the edges a sharp, professional finish.
- Get Creative with Decor: Sew on tiny colorful buttons as ornaments, embroider French knots for holiday lights, or top your tree with a sweet handmade star!
Watch the Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
Prefer visual guidance? Follow along with the complete video tutorial below: