Be the talk of the town with all of your wintertime guests with this minimalist crochet Christmas tree set! Add the perfect homemade touch to any winter decor with this free crochet pattern, and immerse yourself in all the merry moments of the holiday season—the warm glow of twinkling lights, the scent of freshly baked cookies filling the room, and the joyous laughter shared with loved ones during this magical time of year!
This pattern offers a textured twist on the classic cone shape of many minimalist Christmas trees by utilizing the beautiful bobble-like shapes of the popcorn stitch. The harmony of simplicity and uniqueness is perfect for adding a touch of festive magic to any style of home decor.
Choose from three different sizes for your tabletop crochet Christmas tree, providing versatility to suit any space. Perfectly adapt your tree to fill that black space on your shelf, or add all three sizes together for a cohesive and beautiful centerpiece!
So grab your trusty crochet hook and a fresh mug of hot cocoa, and let get right into the Minimalist Crochet Christmas Tree Set free crochet pattern! And be sure to check out the Crochet Christmas Bauble Ornament Set pattern for even more homemade holiday decor!
Pattern Information | Free Crochet Christmas Tree Amigurumi
Supplies:
This list contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase using one of the links below, I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting our small business!
- Size H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook
- Medium (4) weight yarn in 3 colors:
- Yarn A (small tree) – light green (example uses Big Twist Value: Sage)
- Yarn B (medium tree) – light gray (example uses Red Heart Super Saver: Light Gray)
- Yarn C (large tree) – dark green (example uses Caron One Pound: Hosta)
- Polyester fiberfill
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers (optional)
Terminology:
This free crochet Christmas tree pattern uses English (US) terminology:
- st (sts) = stitch (stitches)
- ch = chain stitch
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- sc2tog = single crochet 2 together (over the span of 2 stitches), also known as a decrease
- pc = (small) popcorn stitch*
- BLO = back loop only
Please note that this pattern is written so that each crochet stitch abbreviation is attached to a number, such as 1sc, 2sc, etc. This number denotes how many of that stitch is to be worked into the same stitch.
In other words, 1sc = one single crochet, whereas 2sc = two single crochet worked into one stitch, also known as an increase.
*Be sure to read through the special instructions for the popcorn stitch before beginning, as it is unique for this crochet Christmas tree pattern.
Special Stitch Instructions | Free Crochet Christmas Tree Amigurumi
Please read through all special stitch instructions carefully before beginning your project, as some techniques may be unique to this pattern.
This pattern is worked in the round, with each round joined at the end with a slip stitch. Unless otherwise instructed, the first stitch of your next round will always be worked into the same stitch as your joining slip stitch has been worked into.
Be sure to always keep the ‘right side’ of your stitches facing outwards as you work. The right side is the front side of the stitch that is facing you as you are completing each stitch.
Single Crochet:
This pattern uses a variation of the traditional single crochet stitch, sometimes referred to as the YU/YO (yarn under/yarn over) method.
Instead of yarning over before pulling through, this method utilizes a yarn under technique on the first pass of each stitch, as seen below.
Begin by inserting your hook into the next stitch, then yarn under (not over) as shown above. Pull through the stitch, then yarn over as normal and pull through both loops on your hook to complete your single crochet.
Using the above technique produces a slightly tighter and stiffer fabric than traditional single crochet stitches. This method minimizes holes between stitches, improves shaping, and decreases stitch slanting.
This pattern will still work with the traditional technique of single crochet stitches, so choose what works best for you—just be wary that your project may result in having slight visual differences than those shown in examples if using the traditional method.
Invisible Decrease:
This pattern uses a variation of the single crochet decrease stitch, often called an invisible decrease. This method produces a tighter stitch that improves shaping and blends in more seamlessly with regular stitches.
Insert your hook into the front loop only of the next stitch, then insert into the front loop only of the second stitch in the same way.
Yarn under (not over) as shown above and pull through both front loops. Yarn over as normal and pull through both loops on your hook to complete your invisible decrease.
Joining Rounds:
Unless otherwise stated, each round in this pattern is joined at the end with a slip stitch into the first stitch of the round, followed by one or more chain stitches.
For a cleaner seam, and to ensure that these stitches are not accidentally worked into later, tighten both the slip stitch and chain as shown below.
Hold your working loop firmly on your hook and pull up with your hook until your slip stitch is tight. Then, pull back on your working tail until your loop is back to fitting snugly around your hook.
Repeat these steps with the following one or more chain stitches before your next round, as well.
Unless otherwise instructed, the first stitch of your next round will always be worked into the same stitch as your joining slip stitch has been worked into.
Small Popcorn Stitch:
This free crochet Christmas tree pattern uses a variation of the popcorn stitch that utilizes only 3 double crochet stitches, instead of the more common 5 double crochet, as seen below.
Begin by working 3 double crochet into the next stitch. Then, pull up your working loop (large enough that your last stitch will not be accidentally pulled undone) and remove your hook.
Next, insert your hook, from front to back, through the top of the first double crochet you’ve made in the 3 double crochet sequence. Now, pull your working loop from the third double crochet through the top of the first double crochet.
Lastly, pull your working tail so that your working loop fits back snugly around your hook and continue to your next stitch.
Pattern Instructions | Free Crochet Christmas Tree Amigurumi
For each of the crochet Christmas tree sizes, you will begin with the same pattern instructions. You will then be prompted to skip ahead to different sections throughout the pattern, depending on which size of tree you have chosen.
For all sizes, begin with the instructions for the Crochet Christmas Tree (Small) – Rounds 1 to 26, first. Then, follow the thread of unique instructions given for your desired size that are provided after round 20 in that same section.
Crochet Christmas Tree (Small) – Rounds 1 to 26:
With chosen yarn, make a magic ring (or ch 4, sl st into 1st st to form ring, ch 1).
Rnd 1: 6sc into ring, sl st into 1st st to join, ch 1 (6).
Rnd 2: 1sc into each st around, join, ch 1 (6).
Rnd 3: [1sc into next st, 2sc into next st] 3 times, join, ch 1 (9).
Rnd 4: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 2 sts] 3 times, join, ch 1 (12).
Rnd 5: [1sc into next st, 1pc into next st, 1sc into next st] 4 times, join, ch 1 (12).
Rnd 6: [1sc into each of next 3 sts, 2sc into next st] 3 times, join, ch 1 (15).
Rnd 7: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 4 sts] 3 times, join, ch 1 (18).
Rnd 8: [1sc into next st, 1pc into next st, 1sc into next st] 6 times, join, ch 1 (18).
Rnd 9: [1sc into each of next 5 sts, 2sc into next st] 3 times, join, ch 1 (21).
Rnd 10: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 6 sts] 3 times, join, ch 1 (24).
Rnd 11: [1sc into next st, 1pc into next st, 1sc into next st] 8 times, join, ch 1 (24).
Rnd 12: [1sc into each of next 7 sts, 2sc into next st] 3 times, join, ch 1 (27).
Rnd 13: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 8 sts] 3 times, join, ch 1 (30).
Rnd 14: [1sc into next st, 1pc into next st, 1sc into next st] 10 times, join, ch 1 (30).
Rnd 15: [1sc into each of next 9 sts, 2sc into next st] 3 times, join, ch 1 (33).
Rnd 16: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 10 sts] 3 times, join, ch 1 (36).
Rnd 17: [1sc into next st, 1pc into next st, 1sc into next st] 12 times, join, ch 1 (36).
Rnd 18: [1sc into each of next 11 sts, 2sc into next st] 3 times, join, ch 1 (39).
Rnd 19: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 12 sts] 3 times, join, ch 1 (42).
Rnd 20: [1sc into next st, 1pc into next st, 1sc into next st] 14 times, join, ch 1 (42).
For the medium and large crochet Christmas tree sizes, skip ahead to the instructions for the Crochet Christmas Tree (Medium) – Rounds 21 to 38.
For the small tree size, continue with rounds 21 to 26 below, and begin stuffing as you go.
Rnd 21: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into each of next 5 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (36).
Rnd 22: [1sc into each of next 4 sts, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (30).
Rnd 23: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into each of next 3 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (24).
Rnd 24: [1sc into each of next 2 sts, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (18).
Rnd 25: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into next st] 6 times, join, ch 1 (12).
Rnd 26: [sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join (6).
Fasten off yarn and leave a tail for sewing. Then, follow the instructions for sewing closed below to finish your small crochet Christmas tree.
Sewing Closed (Small):
To sew the bottom hole closed, pass the needle, from front to back, through the front loop only of each stitch around and then pull tight. Secure your sewing with a knot, trim the tail, and sew in any remaining length.
Crochet Christmas Tree (Medium) – Rounds 21 to 38:
Rnd 21: [1sc into each of next 13 sts, 2sc into next st] 3 times, join, ch 1 (45).
Rnd 22: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 14 sts] 3 times, join, ch 1 (48).
Rnd 23: [1sc into next st, 1pc into next st, 1sc into next st] 16 times, join, ch 1 (48).
Rnd 24: [1sc into each of next 15 sts, 2sc into next st] 3 times, join, ch 1 (51).
Rnd 25: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 16 sts] 3 times, join, ch 1 (54).
Rnd 26: [1sc into next st, 1pc into next st, 1sc into next st] 18 times, join, ch 1 (54).
Rnd 27: [1sc into each of next 17 sts, 2sc into next st] 3 times, join, ch 1 (57).
Rnd 28: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 18 sts] 3 times, join, ch 1 (60).
Rnd 29: [1sc into next st, 1pc into next st, 1sc into next st] 20 times, join, ch 1 (60).
For the large crochet Christmas tree size, skip ahead to the instructions for the Crochet Christmas Tree (Large) – Rounds 30 to 50.
For the medium tree size, continue with rounds 30 to 38 below, and begin stuffing as you go.
Rnd 30: [1sc into each of next 8 sts, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (54).
Rnd 31: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into each of next 7 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (48).
Rnd 32: [1sc into each of next 6 sts, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (42).
Rnd 33: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into each of next 5 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (36).
Rnd 34: [1sc into each of next 4 sts, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (30).
Rnd 35: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into each of next 3 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (24).
Rnd 36: [1sc into each of next 2 sts, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (18).
Rnd 37: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into next st] 6 times, join, ch 1 (12).
Rnd 38: [sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join (6).
Fasten off yarn and leave a tail for sewing. Then, follow the instructions for sewing closed below to finish your medium crochet Christmas tree.
Sewing Closed (Medium):
To sew the bottom hole closed, pass the needle, from front to back, through the front loop only of each stitch around and then pull tight. Secure your sewing with a knot, trim the tail, and sew in any remaining length.
Crochet Christmas Tree (Large) – Rounds 30 to 50:
Rnd 30: [1sc into each of next 19 sts, 2sc into next st] 3 times, join, ch 1 (63).
Rnd 31: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 20 sts] 3 times, join, ch 1 (66).
Rnd 32: [1sc into next st, 1pc into next st, 1sc into next st] 22 times, join, ch 1 (66).
Rnd 33: [1sc into each of next 21 sts, 2sc into next st] 3 times, join, ch 1 (69).
Rnd 34: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 22 sts] 3 times, join, ch 1 (72).
Rnd 35: [1sc into next st, 1pc into next st, 1sc into next st] 24 times, join, ch 1 (72).
Rnd 36: [1sc into each of next 23 sts, 2sc into next st] 3 times, join, ch 1 (75).
Rnd 37: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 24 sts] 3 times, join, ch 1 (78).
Rnd 38: [1sc into next st, 1pc into next st, 1sc into next st] 26 times, join, ch 1 (78).
Begin stuffing as you go.
Rnd 39: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into each of next 11 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (72).
Rnd 40: [1sc into each of next 10 sts, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (66).
Rnd 41: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into each of next 9 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (60).
Rnd 42: [1sc into each of next 8 sts, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (54).
Rnd 43: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into each of next 7 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (48).
Rnd 44: [1sc into each of next 6 sts, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (42).
Rnd 45: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into each of next 5 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (36).
Rnd 46: [1sc into each of next 4 sts, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (30).
Rnd 47: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into each of next 3 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (24).
Rnd 48: [1sc into each of next 2 sts, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (18).
Rnd 49: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into next st] 6 times, join, ch 1 (12).
Rnd 50: [sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join (6).
Fasten off yarn and leave a tail for sewing. Then, follow the instructions for sewing closed below to finish your large crochet Christmas tree.
Sewing Closed (Large):
To sew the bottom hole closed, pass the needle, from front to back, through the front loop only of each stitch around and then pull tight. Secure your sewing with a knot, trim the tail, and sew in any remaining length.
Conclusion | Free Crochet Christmas Tree Amigurumi
And with that, you’re done the Minimalist Crochet Christmas Tree Set free crochet pattern! If you’ve enjoyed this pattern, be sure to check out the Crochet Christmas Bauble Ornament Set pattern for even more brag-worthy holiday decor!
You can also explore the Cutie Collections and the Pocket Pets archives for more original and free amigurumi patterns, or our Home Decor Patterns for other homemade household goodies!
If you’re looking to cozy up with a longer project, check out our Clothing Patterns, or assemble your own designs from one of our Granny Square Patterns!
And don’t forget to browse our downloadable, ad-free patterns in our Etsy store!
Follow Virkadia on Instagram to stay updated on all new and upcoming patterns, crochet content, and amigurumi adventures! Thank you for all of your support!