Cable Christmas Tree Knitting Pattern
Get ready to infuse your holiday season with warmth and charm as you embark on knitting this Cable Christmas Tree pattern.
Welcome to the festive realm of knitting! Dive into the joy of the season with this Cable Christmas Tree Knitting Pattern, a simple yet delightful project that promises to bring a touch of handmade charm to your holiday decor. Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or just starting out, this pattern offers a wonderful opportunity to create a timeless symbol of Christmas with the added flair of beautiful cable stitches. Let the joy of knitting and the magic of the holidays come together in this delightful project.
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Cable Christmas Tree Knitting Pattern
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Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (for the smaller tree), Loops & Threads Charisma
Needles: Size US 7 single point knitting needles for the smaller tree and size US 10 straight needles for the larger tree.
Also needed: cable needle, fiber fill, yarn needle
Gauge: not necessary for this project
Size: small tree measures approximately 9 1/2 inches, larger tree measures approximately 12 1/2 inches
Pattern instructions:
Cast on 45 sts
Row 1: p3 *k4, p3 repeat from *
Row 2: k3 *p4, k4 repeat from *
Row 3: repeat row 1
Row 4: repeat for 2
Row 5: p3 *c4f, p3, repeat from *
Row 6: repeat row 2
Row 7: repeat row 1
Row 8: repeat row 2
Row 9: repeat row 5
Row 10: repeat row 2
Decrease
Row 11: p2tog, p1 *k4 p2tog, p1, repeat from * (38 sts)
Row 12: k2, *p4, k2, repeat from *
Row 13: p2, *c4f, p2, repeat from *
Row 14: repeat row 12
Row 15: p2 *k4, p2, repeat from *
Row 16: repeat row 12
Row 17: repeat row 13
Row 18: repeat row 12
Row 19: repeat row 15
Row 20: repeat row 12
Decrease
Row 21: p2tog, *c4f, p2tog, repeat from *
Row 22: k1, *p4, k1, repeat from *
Row 23: p1, *k4, p1, repeat from *
Row 24: repeat row 22
Row 25: p1, *c4f, p1, repeat from *
Row 26: repeat row 22
Row 27: repeat row 23
Row 28: repeat row 22
Row 29: repeat row 25
Row 30: repeat row 22
Decrease:
Row 31: p1, *k1, k2tog, k1, p1, repeat from * (25 sts)
Row 32: k1 *p3, k1, repeat from *
Row 33: p1, *c2f, k1, p1, repeat from *
Row 34: k1, *p3, k1, repeat from *
Row 35: p1, *k3, p1, repeat from *
Row 36: repeat row 34
Decrease:
Row 37: p1, *slip 1 st to the cable needle, k2tog then knit stitch from cable needle, p1, repeat from * (19 sts)
Row 38: k1, *p2, k1, repeat from *
Row 39: p1, *k2, p1, repeat from *
Row 40: repeat row 38
Row 41: p1, *c2f, p1, repeat from *
Row 42: repeat row 38
Decrease:
Row 43: p1, *k2tog, p1, repeat from * (13 sts)
Row 44: k1, p1 across row
Row 45: p1, k1 across row
Row 46: k1, p1 across row
Row 47: p1, *slip 1 k1, psso, repeat from * (7 sts)
Finishing:
Sew the side seam and stuff the tree with poly fill.
For the base of the tree:
Cast on 8 sts
Row 1: knit across
Row 2: purl across
Row 3: knit across, increasing 1 stitch at both ends (10 sts)
Row 4: purl across, increasing 1 stitch at both ends (12 sts)
Row 5: knit across, increasing 1 stitch at both ends (14 sts)
Row 6: purl across, increasing 1 stitch at both ends (16 sts)
Work 6 rows in stockinette stitch, starting with a knit row.
Next row: k2tog, k to last 2 sts, k2tog (14 sts)
Next row: p2tog, p to last 2 sts, p2tog (12 sts)
Next row: k2tog, k to last 2 sts, k2tog (10 sts)
Next row: p2tog, p to last 2 sts, p2tog (8 sts)
Bind off.
Finishing:
Sew the base to the bottom of the tree.
Whether adorning your mantelpiece or becoming a thoughtful handmade gift, this knitted tree is not just a decoration but a symbol of the joy and craftsmanship that make the season truly special. Happy knitting, and may your holidays be filled with cozy moments and handmade delights!
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