So festive!

Yes, these crochet Christmas tree stockings will brighten up your surroundings! Not only will the stockings will be hung by the chimney with care but you’ll have the satisfaction that comes from completing your very own handcrafted works.

These little Christmas stockings a departure from the usual solid red with white cuff and the stripes that we so often see and they really stand out. They’d make spectacular gifts, too! And if you sell your crochet creations at holiday crafts fairs and/or online, these visually appealing stocking just might become your next bestseller.

This wonderful pattern is free! It’s the “Houndstooth Mini Stocking Crochet Pattern” an original by designer Erangi Udeshika of Crochet For You. It’s ranked as a pattern for the intermediate crocheter. The houndstooth motif may look complex, but it’s comprised of the most basic of crochet stitches; single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc) and double crochet. If you’re unfamiliar with half double crochet or need a refresher, scroll down and check out the right-hand and left-hand video tutorial that I’ve added below!

Click here to get the free pattern at Crochet For You


As for yarn choices, it’s up to you. The Red Heart Super Saver Solids Yarn is a great option, and it’s very economical. It’s available at Amazon (paid link)!

As promised, here are the tutorials!

Half Double Crochet Tutorial – Right Hand

Half Double Crochet Tutorial – Left Hand

If you’re on the lookout for even more fantastic and totally free patterns for the Christmas holiday season check out some of our other favorites here at Crochet Maze. You will find those links below!

As always, happy crocheting!

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