Shiny Bright Holiday Tree Skirt by Becca Carlson

Shiny Bright Holiday Tree Skirt

Knitting
November 2024
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
5 stitches and 8 rows = 1 inch
in stockinette
US 7 - 4.5 mm
217 - 2400 yards (198 - 2195 m)
Mini: 18” diameter; Full: 32” diameter; Large: 60” diameter
English
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Add some festive color and texture to your holiday decorations with this cheerful tree skirt, choosing the size that works best for your home during this merry season. The pattern includes three sizes: Mini, Full, and Large. The Mini version is perfect for tabletop trees and holiday centerpieces.

Yarn
Bad Sheep Yarn, worsted weight (100g/218yd) —See NOTES for tips on using other yarn weights—Choose 1 or more colors (sample was knitted with 5)

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  • Mini: ~100g (217yd) total (This size is great for using up leftovers from other projects.)
  • Full: ~280g (608yd) total (I used one full skein of BSY’s Shiny Bright and approximately ½ skein each of 4 other colors—BSY’s Starlight and Pewter, Dream in Color’s Charged Cherry, and Malabrigo’s Teal Feathers. For an all-BSY project, replace with Red Rider and Impressions.)
  • Large: ~1100g (2400yd) total (Yardage requirements and measurements for this size have been estimated based on stitch count and gauge.)

Recommended Needle
US 7 (4.5mm)—with a long cable (40” or longer preferred)

Gauge
5 st and 8 rows per inch (unblocked) in stockinette; gauge isn’t important—use a needle that results in a fabric density you prefer

Notions
2 stitch markers; yarn needle (for weaving in ends); ribbon or upholstery cord for ties (or create your own with knitted icord or crochet chains)

Approximate Measurements
Mini: 18” diameter
Full: 32” diameter
Large: 60” diameter

Skill Level: Beginner

Notes

  • This pattern could be used with doubled fingering or DK for a slightly smaller result or doubled DK for a slightly larger result. Just adjust your needle size appropriately to achieve a fabric you like.
  • The Large option involves a significant number of stitches (over 100,000). While it would be a treasured heirloom to pass down to future generations, the hours required for completion will make it a true labor of love.