13 Knitted Chocolate Orange Covers For Christmas

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In this blog post, you will see 13 knitted chocolate orange covers for Christmas.

These delightful and cozy covers are perfect for adding a festive touch to your holiday treats or gifting to loved ones. 

Each pattern is unique, showcasing various designs and techniques that are both fun to knit and visually appealing. 

Whether you prefer intricate patterns, simple designs, or playful motifs, there’s something here for every knitting enthusiast. 

13 Knitted Chocolate Orange Covers For Christmas

13 Knitted Chocolate Orange Covers

If you are ready to make your own chocolate orange cover, check out the knitting patterns below… 

The list includes a mix of free and paid patterns.

Happy Knitting!

What Is A Chocolate Orange?  

A chocolate orange is a popular sweet treat, typically associated with holidays and festive occasions.

It is a ball of orange-flavored chocolate designed to look like a real orange, with individual segments that can be easily separated. 

The most iconic version is the Terry’s Chocolate Orange, which comes wrapped in foil and packaged in a box. 

To break it into segments, you give it a gentle tap, often accompanied by the phrase, “Tap it and unwrap it!” 

Its combination of rich chocolate and a zesty orange flavor makes it a favorite for gifting, stocking stuffers, or simply indulging in a sweet treat.

What Are Knitted Chocolate Orange Covers? 

Knitted chocolate orange covers are charming and decorative cozies designed to wrap around a standard chocolate orange, turning it into a festive or whimsical gift. 

These covers are typically hand-knit in various patterns, often resembling holiday characters, animals, or themed designs like snowmen, Santas, or cozy sweaters. 

They not only add a personal, handmade touch to a simple chocolate treat but also make great stocking stuffers, party favors, or small gifts. 

Perfect for spreading holiday cheer, these covers are a delightful way to combine the warmth of knitting with the sweetness of chocolate.

Are Chocolate Orange Covers Easy To Knit? 

Knitting chocolate orange covers is generally considered an easy and beginner-friendly project, making them perfect for knitters of all skill levels. 

These small items usually require only basic knitting techniques, such as casting on, knitting, purling, and simple shaping, with some designs incorporating fun details like embroidery or small embellishments. 

They are quick to complete, often taking just a couple of hours, and use small amounts of yarn, making them a great stash-busting project. 

With endless possibilities for customization, chocolate orange covers are a fun and approachable way to create charming, handmade gifts.

What Is The Best Yarn For Chocolate Orange Covers? 

The best yarn for knitting chocolate orange covers is typically a lightweight, durable, and soft yarn, such as DK (double knit) or worsted weight. 

Acrylic yarns are a popular choice because they are affordable, widely available, and come in a variety of colors, allowing for creative designs. 

Cotton yarn is another great option for its stitch definition and crisp finish, especially if you’re aiming for a more polished look. 

For festive or decorative covers, consider yarns with sparkle, metallic threads, or novelty textures to add extra flair. 

Since these covers are small and won’t endure heavy use, you can prioritize aesthetic appeal and choose yarns that bring your design to life.

What supplies do you need to make a chocolate orange cover? 

To make a knitted chocolate orange cover, you’ll need a few basic supplies. 

Start with your choice of yarn, usually a DK or worsted weight, in colors suitable for your design. Select knitting needles that match your yarn weight—typically 3.5mm to 4mm needles for DK yarn. 

You’ll also need a darning needle to sew seams and weave in ends, along with scissors to trim excess yarn.  

If you are making a more complicated pattern, you might also need a stitch marker set to keep track. 

Depending on the design, you might want embellishments like buttons, beads, or small pom-poms for decorative details. 

A chocolate orange for sizing and gifting is essential, and if your pattern includes embroidery or embellishments, you might also need a small crochet hook, additional yarn colors, or embroidery floss.

Knitting Lessons

If you are new to the craft and need help with the knitting basics, check out more free how-to resources here: Knitting Lessons (With Video Tutorials).

There, you will find step-by-step tutorials for all the different knitting techniques a newbie needs to know (most posts include a video tutorial).

This includes how to cast on, how to bind off, how to knit the basic stitches, how to knit short rows, how to knit the slip stitch, and more. 

If you need more video tutorials, check out my YouTube channel here Handy Little Me – YouTube.

For extra help and to connect with more makers, check out the Handylittleme Facebook group. 

You can also find us on social media, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter, Etsy, and TikTok.

If you also love to crochet, check out easy patterns here – Free Crochet Patterns

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