How to Crochet Christmas Gift Ornament & Applique
In less than two minutes, you can learn how to crochet a cute and mini Christmas gift box ornament thanks to the stitch-by-stitch tutorial from Anara Quell. This is the first project in my “Quickest Christmas gifts” series, and really fun to crochet. All you need to do is make and glue two simple squares, then crochet a green yarn ‘ribbon’ onto the front piece to create an X-pattern, and add to it.
This Christmas project is great for beginners as it uses only basic stitches like the single crochet. You can crochet many and hang them on your Christmas tree, and also attach them with small amigurumi gifts. So, crochet at least a set of these gift boxes today!
Christmas Gift Ornament for Beginners
With the double layers, this gift box does not remain a simple applique; it retains shape well for use as a bag charm and keychain. You can finish this complete gift box within 20 minutes. It will be a must-have for adding in your buntings and even using as a fridge toy.
So, if you have made up your mind to participate in crocheting this new gift box variation for beginners, continue reading this post till the end. I am sharing regularly new Christmas tutorials, so make sure to follow through with us!
About the Designer: The designer of this cute plush Christmas gift ornament is @love-knitting – she designs simple and accessible crochet items with a main focus on amigurumi, accessories, and keychains.
For Christmas, she has many short, quick explanations for the ornaments, like the wreath and the Christmas tree, of which this gift box is a part.
Note: In respect of the creator’s rights, there will be no provision of the written pattern. You will watch the tutorial at the end of this post.
Materials for Christmas Gift Ornament
Gather the following suggested supplies for crocheting this small Christmas gift box ornament, mentioned in the tutorial:
- AmiguLove Yarn: a 100% cotton yarn made by Circulo, popular for amigurumi projects.
- Used in multiple colors (e.g., a main color for the box, green for the ribbon, and an accent color for the bow/loop).
- 2.5 mm Crochet Hook
- Scissors.
- Hot Glue
About Christmas Gift Ornament
Quick Summary & Skill Level: Beginner. This ornament is crocheted in a few easy steps. First, crochet two squares of nine rows using single crochet, starting with 12 chain stitches and finishing with a single crochet border.
Join the squares with hot glue, then weave a contrasting yarn across the front in a cross shape to form the ribbon.
Create a small bow from a 30-chain strip finished with slip stitches and a 15-chain hanging loop, then glue both to the top and back of the ornament.
Tutorial-Timing: 2 minutes only
Techniques for Gift Box
Here are the quick guides for the crochet stitches that the tutor will use for crocheting this Christmas ornament:
Complete Gift Box Tutorial
In the end, I would like to thank the designer for delivering such a nice project for the Christmas gift tutorial! I just love how well she designs small crochet items and then explains them in detail. So, make sure to follow her for learning new techniques.
