15 Knitted Garlands For Christmas (Free + Easy)
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These patterns are perfect for adding a cozy and festive touch to your home during the holiday season.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced knitter, there’s something for everyone in this collection.
Get ready to deck the halls with these charming and creative garland designs!
15 Knitted Garlands - Free Knitting Patterns
If you are ready to make your own knitted garland, check out the patterns below.
Christmas Stocking Garland Pattern by Urbaki
In this post, you will see how to knit a fun stocking garland.
Perfect to make for you or as a gift.
Check out the video tutorial in the post.
Christmas Chain Garland Knitting Pattern by Gina Michelle
In this blog post, you will see a Christmas garland pattern.
This is a great pattern for a beginner knitter.
You only need worsted weight yarn and US 8 5 mm knitting needles.
Forest Garland by DROPS Design
Make a holiday garland with this free pattern.
This garland features Christmas trees worked from the top down using garter stitch, which gives it a lovely textured look.
Perfect for knitters of any skill level.
How to Knit a Christmas Tree Garland by Suzanne Springall
Make an easy garland with this free pattern.
This is a great project to use up your yarn stash.
Grab the free pattern PDF on Hobby Craft.
Della by Kavitha Raman
Make a star garland with this free knitting pattern.
Perfect for hanging over your fireplace mantel or all around your tree.
Grab the free PDF on Ravelry.
String Christmas Lights Knitting Pattern by Gina Michelle
In this blog post, you will see a fun garland knitting pattern.
This is the perfect project to use up all of yarn leftovers and make something for the holidays.
Knit one for you or as a gift.
Free Red Heart Star Light Garland Knitting Pattern
Knit a beautiful star garland with this free pattern.
Make one in your favorite colors just in time for the holidays.
Grab the free PDF on Yarnspirations.
Countdown to Christmas Garland by Willow Yarns
Make a fun countdown for Christmas with this free pattern.
This is an intermediate pattern, and all you need is US 6 knitting needles and DK yarn.
Grab the free pattern on Willow Yarns.
Smitten (a Holiday Garland) by Emily Ivey
Make a mitten garland with this free pattern.
It is perfect to hide little treats for the kids to get each day until Christmas.
Grab the free PDF on Ravelry.
Christmas Garland by Debra Alling
Knit a garland with this free knitting pattern.
This is a great project, even if you are knitting for the first time.
Grab the free PDF on Ravelry.
Santa's Parade by DROPS Design
Make a garland with Santa gnomes with this free pattern.
This project is knit top down using only garter stitch, so it's perfect for all makers.
The post includes video tutorials for the techniques.
Free Caron Knit Happy Little Tree Garland Pattern by Yarnspirations
Make a garland of playful trees with this free pattern.
Knit one for you or as a gift just in time for the holidays.
Grab the free PDF on Yarnspirations.
Free Red Heart Knit Santa's Wardrobe Garland Pattern by Yarnspirations
Knit a garland with all of Santa's accessories with this free pattern.
This is an easy project that is great for advanced beginners.
Grab the free PDF on Yarnspirations.
Knitterly Garland by Lion Brand Yarns
Make a garland with Christmas sweaters using this free pattern.
Perfect to make for you or as a gift.
Grab the free PDF on Lion Brand Yarns.
Christmas Tree Garland Knitting Pattern by Gina Michelle
In this blog post, you will see how to make Christmas tree garland.
This is an easy pattern that is great for all makers.
Make one for you or as a gift.
Knitting Festive Garlands
Knitting a Christmas garland offers a unique and personal touch to your holiday decor.
Unlike store-bought decorations, a handmade garland allows you to customize the design, colors, and style to match your holiday theme and personality perfectly.
Plus, it’s a fun and rewarding project that can become a cherished part of your holiday traditions.
Knitting a garland also allows you to use up leftover yarn from other projects, making it an eco-friendly option for holiday decorations.
There are many creative design possibilities when knitting a Christmas garland.
Choose your favorite design
You can knit classic holiday shapes like stars, hearts, or trees for a traditional festive feel or create mini stockings and hats for a cute, playful look.
Knitted baubles or delicate snowflakes can add an elegant touch, while simple bunting triangles or striped tubes offer a modern and minimal style.
For a cozy, rustic vibe, you can knit chunky ropes or chains, and for a fun, whimsical element, you can include character designs like reindeer, snowmen, or Santa hats.
These designs can be combined and customized to match any holiday theme.
How long should a knitted Christmas garland be?
The garland length depends on where you plan to hang it and the look you want to achieve.
For a standard mantle or doorway, a knitted garland typically ranges from 6 to 9 feet long to create a nice drape.
If you’re decorating a Christmas tree, you may want a garland that is 12 feet or longer, depending on the size of the tree and how much you want to wrap around it.
It’s always a good idea to measure the space first and decide how loosely or tightly you want the garland to hang.
Keep in mind that you can always adjust the length by adding or removing sections based on your specific needs.
What supplies do you need to create knitted garlands?
To create knitted garlands, you’ll need a few basic supplies.
First, choose your yarn—cotton, acrylic, or wool are great options depending on the look and texture you want.
You’ll also need the appropriate size knitting needles based on your yarn choice.
A measuring tape will help you keep track of the garland’s length, and scissors are essential for trimming your yarn.
A Stitch marker set may be useful if you’re working with intricate designs, and a yarn needle will be needed to weave in ends or join sections of your garland.
Optionally, you can use blocking mats and pins to shape your garland pieces after knitting for a more polished finish.
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.
This includes how to cast on, how to bind off, how to knit the basic stitches, how to knit short rows, and more.
Also included is a list of knitting abbreviations (UK + US terms), a knitting needle size guide, and more.
If you need more video tutorials, check out my YouTube channel here – Handy Little Me – YouTube.
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