
When it comes to the holidays, it’s so easy to get behind on gift shopping, and decorating. Sometimes you don’t want to give the usual gifts or decorate with the same decorations you used last year. One of the perks of being a crocheter is that you can create gifts and decorations fast, and have everything you need for the holiday season done in a jiff!
Below you’ll find 18 free Christmas crochet patterns for holiday crafting. So regardless of who you’re gift searching for, you’ll find something below. You’ll also find some fun Christmas decorations below that will deck your halls and bring jolly to your days!
Rustic Tree Ornaments
Rustic Tree Ornaments are a fun and easy way to add some farmhouse style to your Holiday decor. This simple project takes less than an hour to make and can be great for Christmas gift-giving.
Via Yarn Society

Red Heart Santa Candy Jar
Check out this creative way to dress up your holiday treats for family and friends! Make it classic, or give Santa a distinctive new look using unexpected colors. This cute jar cozy is easy to crochet and makes a perfect presentation piece for the holiday entertaining season.
Via Yarnspirations

Crazy Fast Christmas Cowl
The Crazy Fast Christmas Cowl is a lightning-fast cowl that you can whip up to add a little festivity to your holiday outfit! Need a last-minute gift, this one's got you covered!
Via Fiber Flux Blog

Snowman Belly Pot Holder
This Snowman Belly Pot Holder can easily be adjusted so you can use it all year long! It can be striped, solid, or even made in different accent colors for another holiday.

Crochet Snowman Sack With Stocking Stuffers
The holidays are creeping up on us! If you're looking for ways to create fun gift ideas or decorations for this coming holiday season, this pattern is perfect for you!

Crochet Snowman Wine Cozy
This crochet snowman wine cozy is so cute, yet modern and classy. It is also very easy and fast to make. With this bit of adorableness who even cares what kind of wine it holds! With this kind of easy, you can whip up one for almost everyone you know and just change out the colors a bit.

Last Minute Christmas Tree Candy Cane Holders
You can embellish your Christmas Tree Candy Cane Holder however you wish – with buttons, beads, pom poms with this easy crochet pattern. The Christmas Tree Candy Cane Holder is worked in rows, in one piece.

Crochet Snowman Coffee Cup Cozy
Snowmen and winter go hand in hand and would make a great accessory for a coffee cup! This cozy works up really quickly and would make a great gift paired with a coffee shop gift card!

Crochet Snowman Basket
Dial-up your festive décor or use this heartwarming basket to carry gifts, holiday treats and more! Make a versatile basket by easily crocheting in Red Heart With Love. The snowman is so much fun, simply change-up colors for a more eclectic effect. It's a memorable project that brings fun and good cheer to all!
Via Yarnspirations

Holiday Mouse Headband
This pattern works up fairly quickly so there is plenty of time to whip one up before Christmas. This also uses minimal amounts of each yarn so it’s a good stash buster project. Any true yarn hoarder knows that you never throw them away…you wait for a project just like this.
Via Chain 8 Designs

The Boyfriend Scarf
Christmas is right around the corner! It’s time to gather any last-minute presents you may have been putting off. This scarf is great for those family members who are hard to shop for. This is a practical, unique gift that they can use for years to come.

Fair Isle Snowflake Christmas Stocking
You'll love the festive snowflake design on this pretty Fair Isle Snowflake Stocking! It is designed to lay nicely when hung. For best results when working the fair isle section of the pattern, work in back loops only as noted. For color changes, change color on the last yarn over of the stitch.
Via Petals To Picots

Christmas Bell
This Christmas bells are really quick and easy to make and looks adorable, hanging on our Christmas tree. So if you have a little time, take a hook and some yarn and enjoy the fun!
Via Magic With Hook And Needles

Christmas Striped Throw
Cozy up with your loved ones on Christmas morning with this warm and snuggly Christmas Striped Throw. Easy enough for all levels of crochet fans, this Christmas afghan also makes a great holiday gift for a friend or loved one.
Via Favecrafts

Crochet Christmas Pillow
This quick and easy crochet Christmas pillow pattern features the popcorn stitch and a fabric back. The crochet front is done in the traditional Baltic Square motif using just the single crochet and popcorn stitch.

Crochet Christmas Pudding Beanie Hat with Holly Berries
Forget the Christmas jumper, it’s all about the Crochet Christmas Hat! And who can resist this cute Christmas Pudding Beanie, complete with holly sprig and berries? With 8 sizes, from newborn to adult available, you can make one for all the family!
Via Dora Does

Crochet Christmas Present Coaster
If you have been searching for just the right Christmas coasters to have as part of your holiday setup or something to give as a holiday gift, this super cute little crochet Christmas present coaster pattern is perfect for you!

Crochet Rudolph Slipper Socks
Comfy crochet slipper socks for the holidays!! Simple embellishments create a cute little Rudolph face on these brown crocheted socks. The best part is that the slipper socks work up in one piece! No need to fasten off and crochet heel separately.

Christmas is drawing near and you’ve now got loads of free Christmas crochet patterns for holiday crafting! Use your scraps, or have fun with all new skeins. Whatever you choose, happy crocheting and happy holidays, too!