Pine Christmas Decorations Strawberry Pattern

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What do you think of this beautiful crochet pine cone decoration? I instantly fell in love with it and couldn’t resist sharing this charming model with you. It’s a wonderful way to decorate your Christmas tree and add a cozy handmade touch with crochet.

This crochet pine cone ornament is inspired by nature and worked using the Crocodile Stitch, which creates a stunning scale-like texture. It’s perfect for Christmas décor and looks beautiful when made in different colors. Below, you’ll find ideas, materials, and step-by-step guidance to help you create your own crochet pine cone ornament.

 

Materials Needed

• Cotton 8 or Cotton 8/8 yarn (brown is traditional, but feel free to choose your favorite color)

• Crochet hook size 3 mm
  (Use a 5 mm hook if working with double yarn or Cotton 8/8)

• Fiber filling

• Stitch marker (optional)

 

Stitches & Abbreviations

• ch – chain

• sl st – slip stitch

• sc – single crochet

• dc – double crochet

• hdc – half double crochet

• V stitch (V) – 2 dc in the same stitch

• A stitch – crochet 2 stitches together by pulling through the first loop of each stitch, then finishing together

Note: If you are new to the Crocodile Stitch, there are many excellent tutorials available online. It’s worth practicing before starting this project.

 

Crochet Pine Cone “Scales” (Crocodile Stitch)

Large Scales:

• Crochet 5 dc downward around the first dc of the V stitch

• Ch 1

• Crochet 5 dc upward around the second dc of the V stitch

• Ch 1

• Skip 5 stitches

• Repeat around

• Join with a slip stitch

Note: Replace the first stitch of the round with ch 3.

Small Scales:

• Work 2 dc and then 3 dc downward around the first dc of the V stitch

• Ch 1

• Work 3 dc and then 2 dc upward around the second dc

• Skip the next 2 stitches

• Repeat around

• Join with a slip stitch

Note: Replace the first hdc of the round with ch 2.

 

Pine Cone Construction

Each level (or “floor”) consists of:

1. One base round (sc)

2. One scale round (Crocodile Stitch)

3. One sc round

Start from the bottom and work upward.

 

Base

1. Ch 2, work 7 sc into the ring. Join with sl st. (7 sc)

2. Ch 3, 1 dc in same stitch, then 2 dc in each stitch around. Join. (14 dc)

3. Ch 1, work increases evenly around to reach 18 sc. Join.

 

First Level – 3 Scales

1. Ch 3, 1 dc in same stitch (V stitch), continue V stitches around. (21 dc)

2. Crochet one full round of 3 large scales. Join.

3. Ch 1, work sc evenly around. (24 sc)

 

Second Level – 4 Scales

1. Create V stitches evenly around. (28 dc)

2. Crochet one round of 4 large scales. Join.

3. Ch 1, work sc evenly around. (30 sc)

 

Third Level – 5 Scales

1. Create V stitches evenly around. (35 dc)

2. Crochet one round of 5 large scales.

3. Work one final sc round to shape the top.

4. Stuff lightly with fiber filling as you go.

Fasten off and weave in all ends.

 

Final Notes & Tips

• You can make these pine cone ornaments in green, gold, cream, or metallic yarns for different Christmas themes.

• Add a small loop at the top to hang it on your tree.

• These ornaments also make beautiful handmade gifts or festive home decorations.

This crochet pine cone is simple, elegant, and a joy to make. With a little practice, you’ll be able to create several in no time. Enjoy crocheting your Christmas decorations and adding a warm handmade touch to your holiday season! 🎄🧶