The Caron Crochet Christmas Tree Throw is a warm project that captures the festive spirit of the holidays. This easy crochet pattern shows charming tree motifs that come as one to create a cozy and inviting throw. Perfect for snuggling up on chilly nights or as a decorative piece for your home, this throw is sure to bring warmth and cheer to your holiday season.
Made using Caron® Simply Soft® yarn, the blanket is not only soft and soft but also shows vibrant colors. With a range of textures and stitches, this project will engage makers of all skill levels while becoming a cherished piece to your holiday decor.
Caron Christmas Tree Throw: Understanding the Construction of the Tree Motifs
The Christmas Tree Throw shows an array of tree motifs that are crafted each and then sewn onto the throw. Each tree is made by working in ribbed stitches, giving it a unique look that stands out against the blanket’s background. The pattern instructs to make twelve trees, six each in two distinct colors. Adds depth and dimension to the full design. Paying focus to the assembly of these motifs is crucial. It directly affects the done look of your throw.
Color Management for a Festive Touch
Choosing the right colors for your Christmas Tree Throw can significantly enhance its festive appeal. The pattern suggests using a mix of greens, reds, and neutrals to create a traditional holiday palette. You can also personalize your throw by selecting colors that match your home decor or own style. Organizing your colors before you start making can help streamline the process, making it easier to switch between colors as you create the various elements of the throw.
Troubleshooting Common Issues for This Throw
While making the Christmas Tree Throw, you may encounter common issues such as uneven tension or difficulties in using the stitch pattern. If your stitches seem tight, check relaxing your grip on the yarn. Also, if you find it challenging to follow the ribbed stitch pattern, practice on a swatch before starting the throw. This will help you become soft with the stitch sequence and ensure a even look through your work.
Specifications for the Christmas Tree Throw Pattern
Sizes & fit
Approximately 48″ [122 cm] wide x 60″ [152.5 cm] long
Gauge & motif dimensions
In textured stitch, 15 sts and 13 rows = 4″ [10 cm].
Hook specified in the pattern
Size U.S. H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook or size to obtain gauge.
Materials Needed for the Christmas Tree Throw
Caron® Simply Soft® (6 oz/170.1 g; 315 yds/288 m) Contrast A Off White (9702) 2 balls Contrast B Autumn Red (9730) 4 balls Contrast C Dark Sage (9707) 1 ball Contrast D Bone (9703) 1 ball Contrast E Kelly Green (9769) 1 ball Contrast F Burgundy (9762) 3 balls Caron® Simply Soft® Heathers (5 oz/141.7 g; 250 yds/228 m) Contrast G Charcoal Heather (9508) 1 ball Contrast H Woodland Heather (9503) 1 ball Size U.S. H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook or size to obtain gauge. Gold thread (for cross- stitch embellishment, star and edging)
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Round 5: Slip st in next st, ch 3, skip next st, 3 dc in next st, skip next st, dc in next st, *5 dc in corner dc, dc in next st, [skip next st, 3 dc in next st, skip next st, dc in next st] to next corner dc; repeat from * around, join with slip st in top of beginning ch. Rounds 6 and 7: Ch 1, [sc in each st to corner, 3 sc in corner st] 4 times, sc in each remaining st; join with slip st in first sc— 160 sts consisting of 45 sts along each long side, 33 sts along each short side, and 4 corner sts. Fasten off. TREE (make 12 – 6 each with C and E) Chain 4.
Row 1 (RS): 4 dc in 4th ch from hook, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn.
Row 3 (increase row): Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in first sc (increase made), dc in each sc to last sc, 2 dc in last sc, turn— 6 sts.
Rows 4–21: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 nine more times—24 sts.
Row 22: Repeat Row 2. Fasten off. Using gold thread and yarn needle, work cross-stitch across 6th, 10th, 14th, and 18th rows of four of the color C trees. TRUNK (make 12) With G, chain 6.
Row 1 (RS): Sc in second ch from hook and in each remaining ch across, turn—5 sc.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first sc, [Lsc in next sc 2 rows below, sc in next sc] twice, turn.
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in first 2 sts, Lsc in next sc 2 rows below, sc in last 2 sts, turn.
Row 5: Repeat Row 3. Fasten off. STAR (make 12) With one strand each of D and gold thread held together, chain 2.
Round 1: Work 10 sc in second ch from hook; join with slip st in first sc.
Round 2: *3 sc in next sc, skip next sc; repeat from * around—five 3-sc groups.
Round 3: *Slip st in next sc, ch 3, dc2tog, ch 3, slip st in back loop of third ch from hook, ch 3, slip st in same st as last dc worked; repeat from * 4 more times— 5 points. Fasten off. STRIPED BLOCK (make 4) With E, chain 24. Work 25 rows in textured stitch pattern in the following color sequence: work 5 rows with E, 5 rows with D, 5 rows with B, 5 rows with G, and 5 rows with H. Fasten off. Border With RS facing, join B with slip st in lower corner of block, to work along long edge.
Round 1: Ch 1, *3 sc in corner, work 33 sc evenly along long edge, 3 sc in next corner, work 23 sc evenly across short edge; repeat from * once more; join with slip st in first sc—124 sts consisting of 35 sts along each long side, 25 sts along each short side, and 4 corner sts. Fasten off.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Christmas Tree Throw Pattern
What is the recommended gauge for this pattern?
The listed gauge for the Christmas Tree Throw is an key factor to achieve the correct size and texture. The pattern states that in the ribbed stitch, you should have fifteen stitches and thirteen rows for every four inches. Making sure you meet this gauge will help maintain the integrity of the design and result in a throw that looks as planned.
How do I attach the tree motifs to the throw?
Attaching the tree motifs to the throw is an key step in ending your project. The pattern suggests using a whip stitch to join the motifs tight. Make sure to arrange the blocks according to the assembly diagram. Will guide you in placing each tree in the chosen position. Taking your time with this step will ensure that your throw looks neat and professional.
Can I customize the colors of the trees?
Absolutely! Customizing the colors of the trees is a great way to personalize your throw. The pattern gives a suggested color scheme. You can choose any colors that suit your taste or home decor. Experimenting with distinct shades can make your Christmas Tree Throw unique and reflective of your own style.
Instructions for Crocheting the Christmas Tree Throw
SPECIAL TERMS
Lsc: Long single crochet—Insert hook in indicated st 2 rows below, yarn over and draw up a loop to height of current row, yarn over and draw through both loops on hook. Skip the corresponding st in the current row.
PATTERN STITCH
Textured Stitch (multiple of 2 sts + 1)
Row 1 (RS): (Sc, dc) in second ch from hook, skip next ch, *(sc, dc) in next ch, skip next ch; repeat from * to last ch, sc in last ch, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, *(sc, dc) in next st, skip next st; repeat from * to last st, sc in last st, turn. Repeat Row 2 for textured stitch pattern.
HELPFUL
Before fastening off appliqué shapes, leave sufficient yarn for sewing appliqué to throw. TREE BLOCK (make 12) With A, chain 16. Work 27 rows in textured stitch pattern. Fasten off. Border With RS facing, join B with slip st in lower corner of block, to work along long edge.
Round 1: Ch 1, *3 sc in corner, work 25 sc evenly along long edge, 3 sc in next corner, work 13 sc evenly across short edge; repeat from * once more; join with slip st in first sc.
Round 2: Slip st in next sc, ch 3, 4 dc in same sc, skip next sc, dc in next sc, skip next sc, [3 dc in next sc, skip next sc, dc in next sc, skip next sc] to next corner sc, *5 dc in next corner sc, skip next sc, dc in next sc, skip next sc, [3 dc in next sc, skip next sc, dc in next sc, skip next sc] to next corner sc; repeat from * around; join with slip st in top of beginning ch.
Round 3: Slip st in next dc, ch 3, *5 dc in corner dc, dc in next dc, [skip next dc, 3 dc in next dc, skip next dc, dc in next dc] to next corner dc; repeat from * around; join with slip st in top of beginning ch.
Round 4: Ch 3, 2 dc in same st as join, skip next dc, dc in next dc, *5 dc in corner dc, dc in next dc, [skip next dc, 3 dc in next dc, skip next dc, dc in next dc] to next corner dc; repeat from * around; join with slip st in top of beginning ch.
MATERIALS
Caron® Simply Soft® (6 oz/170.1 g; 315 yds/288 m) Contrast A Off White (9702) 2 balls Contrast B Autumn Red (9730) 4 balls Contrast C Dark Sage (9707) 1 ball Contrast D Bone (9703) 1 ball Contrast E Kelly Green (9769) 1 ball Contrast F Burgundy (9762) 3 balls Caron® Simply Soft® Heathers (5 oz/141.7 g; 250 yds/228 m) Contrast G Charcoal Heather (9508) 1 ball Contrast H Woodland Heather (9503) 1 ball Size U.S. H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook or size to obtain gauge. Gold thread (for cross- stitch embellishment, star and edging)
CHRISTMAS TREE THROW | CROCHET
SKILL LEVEL: EASY
|CROCHET
SMARTY PANTS HAT | CROCHET
Say goodbye to crocheter’s block
CHRISTMAS TREE THROW | CROCHET
Round 5: Slip st in next st, ch 3, skip next st, 3 dc in next st, skip next st, dc in next st, *5 dc in corner dc, dc in next st, [skip next st, 3 dc in next st, skip next st, dc in next st] to next corner dc; repeat from * around, join with slip st in top of beginning ch. Rounds 6 and 7: Ch 1, [sc in each st to corner, 3 sc in corner st] 4 times, sc in each remaining st; join with slip st in first sc— 160 sts consisting of 45 sts along each long side, 33 sts along each short side, and 4 corner sts. Fasten off. TREE (make 12 – 6 each with C and E) Chain 4.
Row 1 (RS): 4 dc in 4th ch from hook, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn.
Row 3 (increase row): Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in first sc (increase made), dc in each sc to last sc, 2 dc in last sc, turn— 6 sts.
Rows 4–21: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 nine more times—24 sts.
Row 22: Repeat Row 2. Fasten off. Using gold thread and yarn needle, work cross-stitch across 6th, 10th, 14th, and 18th rows of four of the color C trees. TRUNK (make 12) With G, chain 6.
Row 1 (RS): Sc in second ch from hook and in each remaining ch across, turn—5 sc.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first sc, [Lsc in next sc 2 rows below, sc in next sc] twice, turn.
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in first 2 sts, Lsc in next sc 2 rows below, sc in last 2 sts, turn.
Row 5: Repeat Row 3. Fasten off. STAR (make 12) With one strand each of D and gold thread held together, chain 2.
Round 1: Work 10 sc in second ch from hook; join with slip st in first sc.
Round 2: *3 sc in next sc, skip next sc; repeat from * around—five 3-sc groups.
Round 3: *Slip st in next sc, ch 3, dc2tog, ch 3, slip st in back loop of third ch from hook, ch 3, slip st in same st as last dc worked; repeat from * 4 more times— 5 points. Fasten off. STRIPED BLOCK (make 4) With E, chain 24. Work 25 rows in textured stitch pattern in the following color sequence: work 5 rows with E, 5 rows with D, 5 rows with B, 5 rows with G, and 5 rows with H. Fasten off. Border With RS facing, join B with slip st in lower corner of block, to work along long edge.
Round 1: Ch 1, *3 sc in corner, work 33 sc evenly along long edge, 3 sc in next corner, work 23 sc evenly across short edge; repeat from * once more; join with slip st in first sc—124 sts consisting of 35 sts along each long side, 25 sts along each short side, and 4 corner sts. Fasten off.
FINISHING
Using photograph and assembly diagram as a guide to placement, sew trees, stars and trunks to tree blocks. Assembly Arrange blocks according to assembly diagram. Join blocks by holding RS together and whip stitching the edges together. Edging With RS facing and holding one strand each of gold thread and C together, join yarn with slip st in any corner st.
Round 1 (RS): Ch 3 (counts as first dc here and throughout), 4 dc in same st, [dc in each st to next corner st, 5 dc in corner st] 3 times, dc in each remaining st around; join with slip st in top of beginning ch— 612 sts consisting of 140 sts along each short edge, 164 sts along each long edge, and 4 corner sts. Fasten off. Join F with slip st in any corner st.
Round 2 (RS): Ch 3, 4 dc in same st, *skip next st, [3 dc in next st, skip next 2 sts] to next corner st, 5 dc in corner st; repeat from * around; join with slip st in top of beginning ch, turn.
Round 3 (WS): Slip st in next 2 sts, ch 1, (sc, ch 3, sc) in same st (corner st), ch 2, [sc in next space between 3-dc groups, ch 2] to corner st, *(sc, ch 3, sc) in corner st, ch 2, [sc in next space between 3-dc groups, ch 2] to next corner st; repeat from * around; join with slip st in first sc, turn.
Round 4 (RS): (Slip st, ch 3, 4 dc) in corner ch-3 space, 3 dc in each ch-2 space to corner, *5 dc in corner ch-3 space, 3 dc in each ch-2 space to next corner ch-3 space; repeat from * around; join with slip st in top of beginning ch.
Rounds 5–16: Repeat Rounds 3 and 4 six times. Fasten off. Using yarn needle, weave in ends.
Now that you’re equipped with the insights to create your Christmas Tree Throw, gather your supplies and start making! This project is not only a fun way to enhance your crochet skills but also a sweet piece to your holiday celebrations.
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