A Very Cottage Christmas
The holidays can get busy fast, so my good friend, Debbie from MadameStitch, and I wanted to give you something peaceful and creative to look forward to — a cozy little crochet event we’re calling A Very Cottage Christmas.
A Very Cottage Christmas Crochet Event
I am so excited to finally share this with you — A Very Cottage Christmas, a cozy crochet event that I’m hosting together with my sweet friend Debbie from MadameStitch!
We wanted to create something simple, festive, and heartwarming to celebrate the holiday season — something that would bring a touch of handmade charm to your home without adding stress or extra expense during an already busy time of year.
And that’s exactly how A Very Cottage Christmas came to life.
What Is “A Very Cottage Christmas”?
This is a free crochet event where we’ll be making a Christmas garland out of granny squares. But don’t worry — this isn’t the kind of project that will take over your December! We designed it to feel like a little crochet advent, where you can enjoy short, relaxing bursts of creativity throughout the first part of the month.
There are 6 squares total, with one new square released every other day for the first 12 days of December. Debbie and I each designed three of them — Debbie’s will be released on her blog for the first half of the event, and mine will be shared here for the second half.
When all your squares are finished, you can string them together into a garland that’s festive enough for Christmas but cozy enough to leave up all winter long.
About the Design
For my version, I used traditional reds and greens but added a couple of softer, non-Christmasy colors so it fits right in with my regular decor. That way, I can keep it hanging long after the holiday lights come down.
The best part? You don’t need a lot of yarn or time. We know the holiday season can be hectic (and expensive), so we intentionally kept each square small and manageable — perfect for an evening of quiet crochet time with a cup of tea or cocoa by your side.
This event is really about slowing down, savoring the season, and giving yourself that little bit of “me time” we all need.
A Little Bonus Treat 🎁
We couldn’t resist adding something extra special! Alongside the 6 free squares for the event, we’ve also created 4 bonus squares that are only available in our A Very Cottage Christmas Ebook.
The ebook includes:
✨ All 10 squares (the 6 free + 4 bonus designs)
📝 A project planner to keep you organized
🎨 Coloring pages for each square
🔍 A fun, crochet-themed word search!
It’s the perfect companion to the event and a sweet keepsake to revisit next year.
How to Join
Joining is easy! You can follow along right here on my blog and on MadameStitch as we release each new square. I’ll be sharing video tutorials and photos along the way too, so you won’t miss a thing.
I can’t wait to crochet along with you and fill our homes with that cozy, handmade Christmas charm.
So grab your yarn, your favorite hook, and a cup of something warm — let’s make this season A Very Cottage Christmas.
Gather your Materials
- Color Theory yarn from Lion Brand in 5 colors
- 5.00mm crochet hook
- tapestry needle
- scissors
- tape measure
- stitch markers
- steamer or blocking mats/pins
- something to hang your garland, like pins, hooks, or clips
Days 4–6: My Featured Squares
Days 1–3 will be available over on Debbie’s blog, MadameStitch, starting December 1 — she will be kicking off A Very Cottage Christmas with some truly beautiful designs!
Once you’ve made her squares, scroll down right here to find Days 4–6, where I’ll be sharing my three cozy cottage-inspired designs to complete your garland.
Available on December 7
Square Name: Sugar Plum Square
Available on December 9
Square Name: Winter Garden Square
Available on December 11
Square Name: Moss Stitch Square
Available on December 12
Putting it together: Directions written by Debbie of MadameStitch
Your Christmas Crochet Journey Begins Soon
I’m so excited you’re here and getting ready for A Very Cottage Christmas! This event has been such a joy to plan, and I’ve poured so much love into every detail. Gather your yarn, get your favorite cozy spot ready, and start dreaming up your color palette. This season, we’ll slow things down and crochet something beautiful — cottage style. Keep an eye out for updates soon… things are about to get very cozy around here :)
While You’re Waiting…
If you’re itching to get those hooks moving, why not start with a few Christmas baubles?
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