joulukuusi
Ho ho ho
Yes, there are already countless keychains and crocheted Christmas trees (joulukuusi). However, I couldn't resist writing a little post. I hope you enjoy my freebie. I would love to see your joulukuusi. Please use the hashtag #maleaboutique or #joulukuusi tag me on my Instagram account on your pictures so I can share your work with others!
Until then, all the best!
Abbreviations:
| Fri | Thread ring |
| fM | single crochet |
| M | mesh |
| verd. | double |
| abn. | lose weight |
| * | Repetition |
| Lm | Chain stitch |
| hmmgl. | rear mesh link |
| possibly | front loop |
| hStb. | half double crochet |
| Stb. | rod |
- Cotton in 2 different colors,
- Glitter embroidery thread (thread),
- Scissors, darning needle, scissors,
- Crochet hook 2.5 or 3.0,
- Cord, waxed cotton or leather cord with 2 mm diameter,
- Wooden bead 20 mm diameter,
- Glass beads or sequins for decoration,
- Key ring.
Start with the color for your joulukuusi and start with a chain of chain stitches.
Join 6 ch with a stitch to form a circle. Crochet 12 sc in this circle
| 1. | 12x *sc* | 12 |
| 2. | 6x *1 sc, dec* | 18 |
| 3. | 18x *sc hmgl.* | 18 |
| 4. | 18x *sc* | 18 |
| 5. | 6x *2 sc, dec* | 24 |
| 6. | 24x *sc hmgl.* | 24 |
| 7. | 24x *sc* | 24 |
| 8. | 6x *3 sc, dec* | 30 |
| 9. | 30x *sc hmgl.* | 30 |
| 10. | 30x *sc* | 30 |
| 11. | 6x *4 sc, dec* | 36 |
| 12. | 36x *sc hmgl.* | 36 |
| 13. | 36x *sc* | 36 |
| 14. | 6x *5 sc, dec* | 42 |
| 15. | 42x *sc hmgl.* | 42 |
| 16. | 42x *sc* | 42 |
| 17. | 6x *6 sc, dec* | 48 |
| 18. | 48x *sc hmgl.* | 48 |
| 19. | 48x *sc* | 48 |
The last round (20th) of your tree is crocheted exclusively into the front loops . Note that the stitches written in the () are crocheted into one stitch each.
| 20. | 12x *sc, (hdc, dc), (dc, hdc), dc* |
Cut the thread and sew it invisibly inside the tree.
Rounds 3, 9 and 15 are also decorated with ruffles. Pick up the thread of your tree again and crochet the 20th round into the respective front loops of said rounds.
Complete the ruffle of rounds 3 and 15 at the end of the round with 1 additional sc so that you get 4 or 10 arches respectively.
Complete the ruffle of round 9 at the end of the round with 2 additional sc so that you have 7 arches.
Sew all other threads invisibly as well.
Now you crochet your Christmas ball.
Start with your desired color and a yarn ring of 6 sc.
Don't forget to add your little wooden ball after the 6th round!
Then just carry on crocheting and wrap the ball with your yarn. To make it easier for you, you can also crochet rounds 7 and 8 into the front loop only. Make sure that the hole in the ball remains nicely placed in the middle.
| 1. | 6x *dim.* | 12 |
| 2. | 6x *1 sc, dec* | 18 |
| 3. - 6. | 4 rounds *sc* | 18 |
| 7. | 6x *1 sc, dec. | 12 |
| 8. | 6x *abn* | 6 |
Close the opening by pulling your darning needle through the outer loops of the last round.
Copyright:
The character «joulukuusi» and the corresponding instructions were designed by the label ma'lea and are also the property of ma'lea. The instructions are for private use only! The entire instructions as well as parts thereof may not be reproduced, published (neither online nor printed), modified, translated into other languages, exchanged or sold. It is not permitted to change and/or convert the instructions. The items made according to these instructions « joulukuusi » may be sold if they are personally handmade and produced in limited quantities (maximum 20 per year). Photos of « joulukuusi » may be shown on the Internet if ma'lea is clearly named as the designer (instructions by @_ma_lea_, #maleaboutique and or #maleahandmade). All rights reserved. Failure to comply will be prosecuted. Basel, October 28, 2023