Crochet Pine Tree Bauble – Countdown to Christmas Day 7
The Pine Tree Christmas Bauble 🎄
What I love most about the crochet moss stitch is its versatility. For this bauble, the stitch adds a cozy yet polished feel, and when paired with your favorite yarn colors, it can transform into a piece that’s rustic, modern, or anywhere in between. Plus, it’s a forgiving stitch, making it a relaxing project to work on during the busy holiday season.
This bauble is also a fantastic stash buster! Use leftover yarn from other projects to create a mix of coordinating or contrasting ornaments. You can even experiment with adding metallic threads or embellishments for a little extra sparkle.
So, grab your yarn and hook, make a cup of something warm, and let the magic of the moss stitch add a little extra love to your holidays. Happy crocheting!
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This Crochet Pine Tree Bauble pattern is part of my Crochet Countdown to Christmas, where I’m sharing one festive Christmas bauble pattern every day from December 1-24! 🎄🎁 If you’ve missed any of the previous patterns, you can find all the bauble patterns for free on this page.
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Crochet Pine Tree Bauble Pattern Details
Pattern is written in US terminology
Materials
- Heartland worsted yarn from Lion Brand in 3 contrasting colors
- 5mm (H8) crochet hook (or whatever size is needed to obtain gauge)
- scissors
- 3.15″ plastic bauble
- stitch marker
Skill level
Advanced beginner.
Pattern notes
- This pattern is written using standard US crochet terms.
- This pattern is worked in the round.
- Place stitch marker in first stitch of each round.
- You can adjust the size by increasing/decreasing in any multiples of 10.
- This bauble cover is finished by crocheting the last decreasing round with the bauble inside for the best fit.
- Each block on the color chart represents one stitch. Count the number of blocks in each color, and crochet that number of stitches in the corresponding color. You will repeat each set of color blocks 4 times total.
Stitches used and abbreviations
- sk = skip
- ch = chain
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- yo = yarn over
- hdc = half double crochet
- hdc 3rd loop = half double crochet 3rd loop only
- hdc dec = half double crochet decrease
Single Crochet Back Loop Only (sc blo)
Work a sc as normal, except only insert your hook into the very back loop (instead of through both).
Single Crochet decrease (sc dec)
A single crochet decrease combines two stitches into one by inserting your hook into the next stitch, pulling up a loop, inserting into the following stitch, pulling up another loop, and yarning over to pull through all three loops on your hook.
Gauge
At the end of Round 4, it should measure 2.5″ across.
Video for the Pine Tree Bauble
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How to Change Colors in Crochet
Changing colors in crochet is easier than it seems! Follow these simple steps to transition seamlessly to a new yarn color:
- Stop Before the Last Pull-Through
- When you’re working your last stitch in the current color, stop just before completing the final pull-through.
- Bring in the New Color
- Take the new yarn color, leaving a short tail, and place it over your hook.
- Pull the new color through the loops on your hook to complete the stitch.
- Secure the Yarn
- Gently tug both the old and new yarn tails to secure the transition.
- Continue crocheting with the new color as if nothing changed!
You will carry the unused color along the back of your work and drop it at the color change point and pick it up again when needed.
Pattern Instructions for the Pine Tree Christmas Bauble
With main color, make a magic circle. Ch 1.
Round 1: work 8 sc in circle, do not join. (8 sc)
Round 2: work 2 sc blo in each st around. (16 sc)
Round 3: work 2 sc blo in first st, 1 sc blo in next st. [2 sc blo in next st, 1 sc blo in next st], repeat from [ to ] around. (24 sc)
Round 4: work 2 sc blo in first st, 1 sc blo in each of next 2 sts, [2 sc blo in next st, 1 sc blo in each of next 2 sts], repeat from [ to ] around. (32 sc)
Round 5: work 2 sc blo in first st, 1 sc blo in each of next 3 sts, [2 sc blo in next st, 1 sc blo in each of next 3 sts], repeat from [ to ] around. (40 sc)
Round 6: work 1 sc blo in each st around changing to contrast color in last st. (40 sc)
*You can leave your first main color attached since we will only be working a few stitches in between each color. You’ll easily be able to pick up each color when needed. See notes above for help changing colors.
Round 7: (now working with the contrasting color), [work 7 sc blo in contrast color, work 3 sc blo in main color] repeat from [ to ] around. (12 main color, 28 contrast color)
Round 8: work 1 sc blo in main color, [work 5 sc blo in contrast color, work 5 sc blo in main color] repeat from [ to ] around, work last 4 sts in main color. (20 sts in main color, 20 sts contrast color)
Round 9: work 2 sc blo in main color, [work 3 sc blo in contrast color, work 5 sc blo in main color] repeat from [ to ] around to last 3 sts, work last 3 sts in main color. (28 sts in main color, 12 sts contrast color)
Fasten off main color, pick up new main color.
Round 10: work 1 sc blo in new main color, [work 5 sc blo in contrast color, work 5 sc blo in main color], repeat from [ to ] around to last 4 sts, work last 4 sts in main color. (20 sts in new main color, 20 sts in contrast color)
Round 11: work 1 sc blo in each of first 2 sts in main color, [work 3 sc blo in contrast color, work 7 sc blo in main color], repeat from [ to ] around to last 5 sts, work last 5 sts in main color. (28 sts in main color, 12 sts in contrast color)
Round 12: work 1 sc blo in each of first 3 sts in main color, [work 1 sc blo in contrast color, work 9 sc blo in main color], repeat from [ to ] around to last 6 sts, work last 6 sts in main color. (36 sts in main color, 4 sts in contrast color)
Round 13: work 1 sc blo in each of first 2 sts in main color, [work 3 sc blo in contrast color, work 7 sc blo in main color], repeat from [ to ] around to last 5 sts, work last 5 sts in main color. (28 sts in main color, 12 sts in contrast color)
Round 14: work 1 sc blo in each of first 3 sts in main color, [work 1 sc blo in contrast color, work 9 sc blo in main color], repeat from [ to ] around to last 6 sts, work last 6 sts in main color. (28 sts in main color, 12 sts in contrast color)
Fasten off contrast color.
Round 14: working only in main color, work sc dec around. (20 sts)
Insert your bauble into the cover. We will be working the remaining sts with the bauble inside.
Repeat Round 14 around up to neck of ornament.
Conclusion
Congratulations on finishing your Pine Tree Bauble! The intricate tapestry design and the delightful pine tree motif make this ornament a standout piece for your holiday collection. Whether it’s nestled among other ornaments on your tree or gifted to someone special, your handcrafted bauble is a beautiful reflection of your creativity. I hope you loved bringing this festive design to life!
Don’t forget to share your finished baubles! Seeing your unique color choices and personal touches always brightens my day. Tag me on social media @spottedhorsedesignco so I can admire your work and cheer you on. Happy holidays and happy crocheting!
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