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# Christmas Wreath Crochet Pattern

Create a festive holiday wreath featuring textured greenery, cheerful red berries, and a classic bow. This dimensional piece measures approximately 12 inches in diameter and makes a charming door decoration or wall hanging.

## MATERIALS

**Yarn:**
- Worsted weight (#4) yarn in the following amounts:
  - Green: 200 yards (183 m)
  - Red: 50 yards (46 m)
  - White or Cream: 30 yards (27 m)
- Sample shown in Red Heart Super Saver

**Hook:**
- US H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge

**Notions:**
- 10-inch (25 cm) foam or wire wreath ring (optional but recommended for structure)
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers
- Fiberfill stuffing (small amount for berries)
- Ribbon for hanging (optional)

## GAUGE

14 dc and 7 rounds = 4 inches (10 cm) in double crochet

Gauge is not critical for this project, but will affect finished size.

## FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter

## ABBREVIATIONS

- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- tr = treble crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- rep = repeat
- pc = popcorn stitch (5 dc in same st, remove hook, insert in first dc, pull loop through)
- BLO = back loop only
- FLO = front loop only
- ( ) = work instructions within parentheses in stitch indicated
- [ ] = repeat instructions within brackets as directed

## PATTERN NOTES

- The wreath base is worked in continuous rounds; use a stitch marker to track beginning of round.
- Stitch count is given at the end of each round in parentheses.
- Leaves are worked separately and sewn on.
- For a sturdier wreath, work around a foam or wire wreath form.
- Do not join rounds unless specified; work in continuous spiral.

## SPECIAL STITCHES

**Popcorn Stitch (pc):** Work 5 dc in indicated st, remove hook from loop, insert hook from front to back through top of first dc made, pick up dropped loop and pull through st to close popcorn.

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## INSTRUCTIONS

### WREATH BASE (Green)

**Round 1:** Ch 4, join with sl st to form ring. Ch 3 (counts as dc here and throughout), work 11 dc in ring, join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3. (12 dc)

**Round 2:** Ch 3, dc in same st, 2 dc in each st around, join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3. (24 dc)

**Round 3:** Ch 3, dc in same st, [dc in next st, 2 dc in next st] rep around, join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3. (36 dc)

**Round 4:** Ch 3, dc in same st, [dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st] rep around, join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3. (48 dc)

**Round 5:** Ch 3, dc in same st, [dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st] rep around, join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3. (60 dc)

**Round 6:** Ch 3, dc in same st, [dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st] rep around, join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3. (72 dc)

*Note: If using a foam ring, place it inside the work now.*

**Round 7:** Ch 3, dc in each st around, join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3. (72 dc)

**Round 8:** Ch 3, [pc in next st, dc in next 5 sts] rep around, ending pc in next st, dc in last 4 sts, join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3. (12 popcorns, 60 dc)

**Round 9:** Ch 3, dc in each st around, join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3. (72 dc)

**Round 10:** Ch 3, [dc in next 2 sts, pc in next st, dc in next 3 sts] rep around, join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3. (12 popcorns, 60 dc)

**Rounds 11-14:** Rep Rounds 7-10 once more for added texture.

**Round 15:** Ch 1, sc in each st around, join with sl st to first sc. (72 sc)

Fasten off. Weave in ends.

### HOLLY LEAVES (Make 12)

With Green:

**Row 1:** Ch 10, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next 2 ch, hdc in next 2 ch, sc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in last ch (working around to other side of foundation ch), sc in next 2 ch, hdc in next 2 ch, dc in next 2 ch, hdc in next ch, sc in last ch. (22 sts)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

**Leaf Shaping (optional):** Using yarn needle and green yarn, take 1-2 stitches in several places along each side of leaf to create pointed "holly" indentations.

### BERRIES (Make 18)

With Red:

**Round 1:** Ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, do not join. (6 sc)

**Round 2:** 2 sc in each st around. (12 sc)

**Round 3:** Sc in each st around. (12 sc)

**Round 4:** [Sc2tog] 6 times. (6 sc)

Stuff lightly with fiberfill. 

**Round 5:** [Sc2tog] 3 times. (3 sc)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through remaining sts and pull tight to close. Weave in end inside berry.

### BOW

**Bow Loops (Make 2):**

With Red:

**Row 1:** Ch 16, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn. (15 sc)

**Rows 2-8:** Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (15 sc)

Fasten off after Row 8, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Fold piece in half widthwise and seam short ends together to form a loop.

**Bow Center:**

With Red:

**Row 1:** Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn. (5 sc)

**Rows 2-4:** Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (5 sc)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

**Bow Tails (Make 2):**

With Red:

**Row 1:** Ch 13, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn. (12 sc)

**Rows 2-5:** Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (12 sc)

**Row 6:** Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 8 sts, sc2tog, turn. (10 sc)

**Row 7:** Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 6 sts, sc2tog, turn. (8 sc)

**Row 8:** Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog, turn. (6 sc)

Fasten off, weave in ends.

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## ASSEMBLY

1. **Arrange Holly Leaves:** Position 12 holly leaves evenly around the wreath, overlapping slightly for fullness. Pin in place, then sew securely using green yarn and whipstitch.

2. **Attach Berries:** Arrange berries in clusters of 3 near the holly leaves. Sew securely using the yarn tails.

3. **Create Bow:** 
   - Pinch the two bow loops in the center and stack them.
   - Wrap the bow center piece around the middle of the loops tightly and sew in place on the back.
   - Attach the two bow tails behind the bow, angled outward.

4. **Attach Bow to Wreath:** Sew bow to bottom or top of wreath as desired.

5. **Add Hanging Loop:** Using green or red yarn, create a loop at the back top of the wreath for hanging, or thread ribbon through the back stitches.

6. **Optional White Accents:** Using white or cream yarn, add small French knots randomly throughout the wreath for a "snowy" effect, or weave thin strands between the popcorn stitches.

## FINISHING

Weave in all remaining ends. Shape wreath as desired. Block lightly with steam if needed to flatten leaves and bow.

## CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Hand wash in cool water if needed. Lay flat to dry. Reshape while damp.

## DESIGN VARIATIONS

- **Color Options:** Try silver and blue for a winter wonderland theme, or white and gold for an elegant look.
- **Embellishments:** Add small jingle bells, ribbon roses, or miniature ornaments.
- **Size Adjustments:** For a larger wreath (15"), work 2 additional increase rounds at the beginning and add 12 more sts to all subsequent rounds (84 sts total).

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*Pattern designed for intermediate crocheters. Finished project makes a wonderful handmade gift or festive home decoration.*