Needled into this free crochet pine tree amigurumi pattern are all the merry moments of holidays approaching—the chilly sting of winter’s welcome on your cheeks as you hunt down the perfect pine tree, the relief of a warm fireplace on your icy mitten-trapped fingers, and the return voyage of so many storage bins waiting to unleash their dusty decor upon the season!
While the embers of a yule log crackle from the fireplace, warm up your idle fingers with this free crochet pine tree amigurumi pattern!
So, without further ado, here is the pattern for the Pine Tree Cutie, part two of three in the Christmas Cuties collection!
Pattern Information | Free Crochet Pine Tree Amigurumi
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Supplies:
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- Size H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook
- Medium (4) weight yarn in 2 colors:
- Yarn A – green (example uses Big Twist Value: Sage)
- Yarn B – brown (example uses Red Heart Super Saver: Cafe Latte)
- 10mm black safety eyes (x2)
- Black embroidery floss
- Polyester fiberfill
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers
Alternate Yarn Supplies:
Color Variation 2 (as seen on the left in cover photo):
- Medium (4) weight yarn in 2 colors:
- Yarn A – green (example uses Caron One Pound: Hosta)
- Yarn B – brown (example uses Craft Smart Value: Espresso)
Terminology:
This free crochet pine 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*
- FLO = front loop only
- 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 may be unique for this crochet pine tree pattern.
Special Stitch Instructions | Free Crochet Pine 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 pine 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 Pine Tree Amigurumi
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Crochet Pine Tree – Rounds 1 to 17:
With yarn A (green), 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] 4 times, 1sc into each of next 6 sts, [1sc into next st, 1pc into next st, 1sc into next st] 4 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).
Secure your working loop with a stitch marker and follow the instructions for adding the eyes and mouth before continuing.
Adding Eyes:
Using the example piece below as reference, insert both safety eyes through the front of your piece (on the opposite side from your joining seam) in the gap where you’ve omitted the popcorn stitches.
The safety eyes should be inserted between rounds 13 and 14 and should sit 6 stitches apart, from the center of one eye to the center of the other.
Adding Mouth:
Rotate your piece so that the beginning rounds face upwards and your last round faces downwards.
Using the example piece below as reference, embroider a mouth using black embroidery floss.
The mouth should be embroidered over top of round 15 and be centered between the eyes. The mouth will be 2 stitches wide and 1 round tall.
Begin by inserting your needle from inside to outside, 1 round down and 2 stitches to the right from where you’ve inserted the left eye. Pull through and leave some tail for tying later.
Then, insert your needle again, 2 stitches to the right, and out again, 1 round down and 1 stitch to the left from where you’ve just inserted, and pull through.
Pass your needle up and underneath the horizontal strand you’ve just created and pull through. Then, insert your needle back into the same space as you’ve last exited from.
Pull your thread through and tug it down slightly until it forms a V-shape. Gently tie both ends together inside your piece.
Take extra care as you tie your ends not to pull the threads too tight! After finishing your knot, trim any excess length.
Crochet Pine Tree – Rounds 18 to 24:
Continue to the next round and begin stuffing as you go.
Rnd 18: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into each of next 4 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (30).
Rnd 19: [1sc into each of next 3 sts, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (24).
Rnd 20: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into each of next 2 sts] 6 times, join (18).
Fasten off yarn A and leave a short tail for tying.
Join yarn B (brown) by inserting your hook into the first stitch of the next round. Pull up a loop of yarn B and chain 1.
Tie the tails of both yarn A and yarn B together on the interior of your piece to secure your ends.
Rnd 21: 1sc into FLO of each st around, join, ch 1 (18).
Rnd 22: 1sc into each st around, join, ch 1 (18).
Rnd 23: In BLO of each st around, [1sc into next st, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (12).
Rnd 24: [sc2tog over next 2 sts] 6 times, join (6).
Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing closed.
Sewing Closed:
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 Pine Tree Amigurumi
And with that, you’re done the free crochet Pine Tree Cutie pattern! If you enjoyed this pattern, be sure to check out its two companion patterns in the Christmas Cuties collection: the Ornament Cutie and the Gift Box Cutie!
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!
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