This crochet christmas wreath pattern creates crocheted sleeve fitted around an eight-inch foam wreath form with bow and berries. The construction is fully counted so each shaping, joining, and finishing decision can be checked before moving forward.
Pattern Details
- Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6)
- Finished Size: Fits an 8-inch foam wreath form
- Gauge: 16 sc and 18 rows = 4 inches
- Terminology: US
- Estimated Time: 4–5 hours
- Construction: A twelve-stitch green sleeve is worked to the measured circumference, wrapped around an eight-inch foam form, and seamed; bow and berries attach afterward.
- Skill Level: Easy
Why You’ll Love It
An eight-inch foam form covered by green crochet with a cranberry bow and six cream berries. It is designed as a useful, giftable seasonal project without unsupported safety or performance claims.
Materials
- 220 yards green, 45 yards cranberry, 20 yards cream, and one 8-inch foam wreath form
- 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
- Tape measure
Abbreviations
- ch: chain
- inc: increase (2 single crochet in one stitch)
- sc: single crochet
- sc2tog: single crochet 2 stitches together
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- rnd: round
Important Notes
- Use US crochet terminology.
- Beginning chains do not count unless a step says otherwise.
- Count every row or round before continuing.
- The foam form supplies all structure; the crocheted sleeve is not freestanding. Keep away from candles and open flames.
- Keep seasonal décor away from open flames.
Complete Crochet Instructions
- Sleeve Row 1: With green, ch 13, skip one chain, and sc across; ch 1 and turn. (12 sts)
- Sleeve Rows 2–74: Sc across, ch 1 and turn. (12 sts) After Row 70, wrap the strip around the foam form; stop at Row 74 or when the short ends meet without stretching more than 0.5 inch.
- Wrap the strip around the eight-inch foam form with long edges meeting on the back. Whipstitch the long edges together through one loop from each edge, then sew the short ends together.
- Bow: With cranberry, ch 13 and work 30 rows of 12 sc. (12 sts) Sew short ends to form a loop, pinch the center, and wrap a separate 6-stitch by 8-row band around it.
- Berries, make 6: With cream, work 6 sc in a magic ring, inc around to 12, work one round even, then sc2tog around to 6. Add a pinch of stuffing and close. (6 sts)
- Sew the bow at the lower center and place three berries on each side, spaced evenly. Add a separate 20-chain green hanging loop at the top back.
Construction Check
A twelve-stitch green sleeve is worked to the measured circumference, wrapped around an eight-inch foam form, and seamed; bow and berries attach afterward. Stop and correct any count or placement mismatch before assembly.
Assembly and Finishing
- Secure every yarn tail through at least six nearby stitches.
- Complete all stated assembly, shaping, stuffing, seaming, or blocking steps.
- Inspect the project from front, back, and both sides; correct loose attachments before use or display.
Helpful Tips and Customization
- Keep a written row or round tally.
- Use the same yarn line throughout so gauge and texture remain consistent.
- Change colors without changing yarn weight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I substitute yarn?
Yes, but use the same weight and make a gauge sample because size and structure can change.
How do I keep the finished shape neat?
Count every section, distribute stuffing or blocking evenly, and follow the stated attachment positions.
