Tiny Tree Ornament by Cate Carter-Evans

Tiny Tree Ornament

Knitting
December 2018
yarn held together
Sport
+ Sport
= Sport (12 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in garter stitch
US 7 - 4.5 mm
14 - 20 yards (13 - 18 m)
4.25 inches / 11 cm tall, 2.5 inches / 6.5 cm wide.
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

This sweet little ornament is a great way to use up scraps, and can be decorated in any way you like. They make wonderful gift toppers, and would make a delightful garland in addition to being lovely decorations for your tree!

About this Pattern

Skill Level: Beginner

Skills Needed: knit. k2tog (knit two together), ssk (slip, slip, knit), CDD (central double decrease).

Finished Size: 4.25 inches / 11 cm tall, 2.5 inches / 6.5 cm wide.

Yarn: Any Sport Weight yarn, 2 y/m for trunk, 12 y/m for body of tree, held double throughout. Aran or Bulky weight worked single will also work. You may get a slightly smaller or larger tree depending on yarn used.

Needles: U.S. size 7 / 4.5 mm, or any size yielding correct gauge.

Gauge: 8 stitches / 18 rows over 2 inches / 5 cm in garter stitch. Gauge is not important for this project, but may affect the size of your finished tree.

Notions: Yarn needle, decorative materials (beads, sequins, buttons, etc.), decorative cord for hanger, felt for backing of ornament if desired.