Crocheted using worsted yarn. Size 8" from head to end of tail.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Project uses a size 7 steel crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge. Size: 7" square.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Choose from three merry designs to make your holiday gift giving extra-special! This e-pattern was originally published in the December 2009 issue of Crochet World magazine.

Size: Snowman: 7" tall. Penguin: 7" tall. Peppermint: 6" tall. Made with medium (worsted) weight yarn and size G (4mm) hook.

Skill Level: Easy

Fill this basket with holiday treats! Size: 10" x 5" x 5", excluding handles.

Skill Level: Beginner

Surprise a special youngster with a gift of a snuggly, cuddly teddy who'll be ever so happy to keep him company as he waits for Santa. And, while you're at it, why not make a few for your local charity, then tuck a tiny surprise in each bag! Size: 13" purchased teddy bear.

Skill Level: Average

This sweet bed doll, donned in a sparkling red, green and white Christmas gown, will add warmth and cheer to your home during the holidays! Size: 16" fashion doll.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Beautiful and useful! Size: 9" x 43" not including hanger or Fringe.

Skill Level: Average

Unique pattern, very attractive. Size: 46" x 66".

Skill Level: Easy

Crochet this colorful stocking in your spouse's or children's favorite colors, then fill it with gifts and goodies early Christmas morning! Size: 6" wide x 19" long.

Skill Level: Confident Beginner

Crocheters who enjoy pineapple patterns and Christmas will be especially delighted with this project, which combines both styles into one beautiful doily! Size: Approx 18" diameter plus ruffle.

Skill Level: Confident Beginner

Show your holiday spirit with quick-as-a-wink pins made from scraps of yarn. Size: 2 1/4" wide to 2 3/4" across.

Skill Level: Average

Festive place mats with matching napkin rings and coasters will enhance your holiday table. Size: Place Mat: 12" x 18". Coaster: 4" x 4 1/2". Napkin Ring: 2" wide.

Skill Level: Easy

Twenty-four flower motifs comprise the body of our lovely holiday afghan; the panels are edged with V-stitches. Afghan size: 52 x 63 1/2 inches

Skill level: Intermediate

This easy crochet afghan pattern crocheted using worsted yarn. Size: 45 1/2" x 48" without fringe.

Skill Level: Beginner

Stitch this free pattern featuring Christmas colors. The red, green and white stripes are lovely. You'll love snuggling up with this cozy crocheted afghan!

Size: 39" x 60".

Skill Level: Intermediate

Every member of the family will love the festive design and bright colors! Size: 22" long.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Celebrate the season with this Christmas crochet afghan pattern. Size: 50" x 75 3/4". Crocheted using worsted yarn.

Skill Level: Intermediate

A very beautiful arrangement. Size: 12" across.

Keep warm in style. Size: 11" x 76 1/2".

Two small angels ideal for adorning the tree or as package trims. Size: 2 1/4" high without hanger.

Enjoy the festive atmosphere as family and friends gather around the Christmas tree. Make the holiday merry and bright with an old-fashioned tree skirt made with red, green and blue worsted-weight yarn. Size: 13" wide. Fits up to 7" tree trunk.

Skill Level: Average

Stitch a festive holiday stocking using the popular Crochet 'n' Weave technique. Size: 12" x 18" without tassel and hanger.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Dress up your tree with an eye-catching Crochet 'n Weave tree skirt. Size: Grid is 9 1/2" x 20 1/2" before weaving. Finished Tree Skirt: 54" across, not including Tassels.

Skill Level: Intermediate

A truly beautiful accent. Size: 8" tall including Flame.

Create a package trim that is also a gift within itself. Size: 3".

Skill Level: Easy

Beautiful accessories for your home and your friends. Size: Potholder: 8" x 8 1/2". Hot Pad: 12 1/2" x 13 1/2".

An inspirational accent to enhance the home. Size: 8" x 11".

Delicate thread crochet covers over a glass ball ornament. Stitched with size 20 crochet thread and blending filament using a size 8 steel hook. Size: fits 2 5/8" diameter glass ornament.

Skill Level: Advanced

Keep warm despite winter's chill. Make a crochet hat and fringed scarf with this free pattern. Size: Scarf: 6" x 63". Hat: circumference 22".

Skill Level: Intermediate

An easy stitch known as double parquet gives texture and durability to the body of this pretty tote. A pattern of slip and single crochet stitches worked without turning chains reinforces the bottom. This e-pattern was originally published in the March 2011 issue of Crochet! magazine.

Size: 12" x 17". Made with #18 nylon and sizes G (4mm) and H (5mm) hooks.

Skill Level: Intermediate

These two fun and feathery winter warmers make great last-minute gifts. Stitch the earmuffs with a simple, unadorned headpiece, or add a further splash of style with a crochet-covered headpiece. This e-pattern was originally published in the December 2010 issue of Crochet World magazine.

Size: One size fits most. Made with fine (sport) weight yarn, bulky (chunky) novelty eyelash yarn and size L (8mm) hook.

Skill Level: Easy

You'll hang this set of six enchanting ornaments on your tree with pride! Display each stitch by crocheting them in white to cover a solid-colored glass ornament. Size: Fits 2 1/2"-diameter glass ornament.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Decorate your Christmas tree with this charming trio of floral ornaments featuring a wild rose, violet and poinsettia. Size: Covers 2 1/2" foam ball.

Skill Level: Easy

Simply walk outside your door for some twigs to "arm" this sweet snowman with folk art appeal. Size: 19" tall.

Skill Level: Easy

Decorate your home with this wintry snowman! Size: 16" high without hat.

Enjoy family night with a game of checkers! This Gingerbread Checkerboard crochet pattern is easy and festive. It was originally published in Chain-Free Crochet Made Easy.

Size: 14 1/2" x 20 1/2". Made with medium (worsted) weight yarn and size G (4mm) hook.

Skill Level: Beginner

This pillow will add a festive touch to your holiday décor!

Finished size: 10 1/2 x 12 inches.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Captivating gingerbread creatures join hands and packages as they march across the top of a window or door. Size: 3 1/2" x 38".

Skill Level: Beginner

Bring the color and fantasy of the famous Hansel and Gretel fairy tale to life with this enchanting gingerbread house reproduction in crochet! The detail of hand-stitched candy sticks, lollipops, gingerbread men, gumdrops and everything in between is breathtaking.

Finished sizes: House (8" wide x 7"deep x 10" high), Base (14" diameter).

Skill Level: Intermediate

Decorate your Christmas tree with these snowflakes. Size: 5" across; 5" across x 7" tall; 7" across; 8" across.

Everyone will love this festive Christmas afghan strewn with evergreen wreaths. Size: 44" x 65".

Skill Level: Average

Stitch a surprise that's sure to please even the busiest cooks. Size: 9" square not including hanger.

Decorate any table in your home with this beautiful holiday runner! Size: 23" wide x 50" long.

Classic pineapples and filet crochet create a vintage heirloom-quality table topper for your holiday decor. This e-pattern was originally published in the December 2001 issue of Crochet World magazine.

Size: 32" square. Made with size 10 crochet cotton thread and size 7 (1.65mm) steel crochet hook.

Skill Level: Experienced

Perfect for mini tabletop trees, wreaths or package trims, you'll want several sets of these petite ornaments! Size: Covers 1 3/8" satin ball ornament.

Skill Level: Average

Christmas red and green crochet cotton makes a merry combination when joined by silver jingle flower bells and turned into a stocking to hang! Size: 10" long.

Skill Level: Beginner

This chubby crocheted Santa stands a full three feet tall! Stitch him with worsted weight yarn and a size G crochet hook. Size: 36" tall.

Skill Level: Beginner

Oh what fun your kids will have this Christmas Morning wearing their green & red elf slippers, complete with jingle bells! Size: Child's small(medium, large).

Skill level: Easy

Create 11 wonderful ornaments made using different size and shape light bulbs. Then embellish them with crochet using different size threads. Size: Ornament No. 1: 4" long not including hanging loop. Ornament No. 2: 2 3/4" long not including hanging loop. Ornament No. 3: 5 1/2" long not including hanging loop. Ornament No. 4: 4 1/4" long not including hanging loop. Ornament No. 5: 2 1/4" long not including hanging loop. Ornament No. 6: 2 3/4" long not including hanging loop or bells. Ornament No. 7: 4" long not including hanging loop. Ornament No. 8: 4" long not including hanging loop or Tassel. Ornament No. 9: 6" long. Ornament No. 10: 4 1/2" excluding hanger. Ornament No. 11: 6" long.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Stitched in worsted weight yarn with accents in size 10 thread, our drummer bear is all dressed up and ready to play! Size: 15" tall.

Skill Level: Easy

Dress up your little cutie in this delightful sweetheart bonnet and bootie-set!

Size: 3-6 months.
Skill Level: Beginner.

Do, re, mi! The "mice stroll" conducts his mousy choir in a stirring chorus of Deck the Halls! Size: 6" tall.

Skill Level: Easy

Top an ordinary glass ornament with a cheerful crocheted Santa. Size: 3 3/4" not including hanger or ball. Designed to fit glass ornament 2 3/8" to 2 1/2" in diameter.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Stitch an adorable Christmas bear using the Crochenit technique.

Finished size: 14" tall in sitting position.

Skill Level: Easy

Set this whimsical little penguin on a shelf or mantel to greet your holiday guests! He works up quickly in 4-ply yarn and a size F hook. Size: Approx 5 1/2" x 4", without hat.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Metallic-accented yarn gives a pop of glitz to this fashionable cowl that looks just as stylish with jeans as it does with a dressy day or evening outfit. Wear it up over the head for added warmth and a different look. This e-pattern was originally published in the Winter 2011 issue of Crochet! magazine.

Size: Includes women's small and medium. Made with super fine (fingering) weight yarn and size F/5/3.75mm hook.

Skill Level: Easy

Make these adorable stockings for everyone in your family this Holiday Season, and Have a Very Merry Christmas! Size: 25" long.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Delicate thread crochet covers fit over a glass ball ornament. Stitched with size 20 crochet thread and blending filament using a size 8 steel hook. Size: 2 5/8" diameter glass ornament.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Fill this pretty sachet with your favorite potpourri. Then either tuck it into your lingerie drawer or give as a sweet-scented gift.

Finished size: 4".

Skill Level: Easy

A heart, a tree and two round ornaments are quick and easy projects to crochet for those upcoming bazaars. Size: Large Round Ornament: 2 1/2". Small Round Ornament: 1 3/4". Tree: 2 1/4". Heart: 2 1/4".

Skill Level: Easy