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Do you follow the latest decorating trends? For sure you do, and that’s why you are here. In this season, gingerbread house ornaments are in. They are simply everywhere! And you don’t even have to make them from brown sugar at all. The Pottery Barn has them in ‘real’ gingerbread colors. At Crate and Barrel or Bouclair, you will find them in fashionable white or cream.
Of course, at Michaels, you can definitely buy gingerbread houses and Christmas trees. You can also buy gingerbread house ornaments alongside the very popular porcelain house with lights.
I have already written a post about gingerbread houses before. Now, though, it’s definitely time for crochet gingerbread house ornaments! Especially since crocheting your own gingerbread house Christmas ornament is not only a fun and creative activity but also a delightful way to add a personal touch to your Christmas Tree decorations.
So, let’s grab our crochet hooks and get started on this delightful project!
Materials You’ll Need:
Before diving in the crochet fun, gather your materials. You’ll need:
- Sport, DK or worsted weight yarn in gingerbread colors (brown and white are mandatory, other colors (e.g. red, green) as needed
- Crochet hook (size appropriate to the yarn weight)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Fiberfill stuffing (recommended, but not needed in every project)
- Tiny decorative embellishments (buttons, beads, or sequins) – OPTIONAL
Now, let’s move on to the step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Foundation Chain
Start by creating a foundation chain using the brown yarn. The length of your chain will determine the size of your gingerbread house.
Step 2: Base and Walls
Follow the pattern you’ve chosen to crochet the base and walls of your gingerbread house. Typically, this involves creating rows of single crochet stitches and adding increases at the corners to form the house shape.
Step 3: Windows and Doors
Crochet windows and doors to enhance the charm of your gingerbread house. You can use white yarn to create simple square shapes for windows and rectangles for doors.
Step 4: Roof
Choose a contrasting color (perhaps red or white) for the roof. Follow the pattern to create the roof by working rows of single crochet stitches or other specified stitches.
Step 5: Assembly
Once all the pieces are crocheted, it’s time to assemble your gingerbread house. Use a yarn needle and the same yarn color to sew the pieces together. Remember to leave an opening for stuffing!
Step 6: Stuffing and Closing
Carefully stuff your gingerbread house with fiberfill until it’s plump, stays upright and holds its shape. Then, sew the opening closed.
Step 7: Decorate
Let your creativity shine by adding tiny decorative embellishments to your gingerbread house. Attach buttons, beads, or sequins to simulate candies and other festive details. Truly make it your own.
Best Free Gingerbread House Christmas Tree Ornament Patterns
Here are the best patterns to follow:
Gingerbread House Applique by Raffaella Tassoni
Check out Raffaella Tassoni’s charming gingerbread house applique. If you are looking for an easy 2D pattern, without stuffing, this will be it. This pattern offers a unique twist, perfect for adding a touch of sweetness to your holiday projects.
Go to the free pattern page: raffamusadesigns.com.
Buy the yarn to make this project: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Gingerbread House by Esther
Esther’s gingerbread house pattern is another fantastic option. Follow Esther’s pattern to create a classic gingerbread house ornament, complete with all the cozy details.
The pattern can be found on essiebirdies.com.
Buy the yarn to make this project: Katia Capri
Christmas Gingerbread House by Ragnhild Hynne Uebler:
Ragnhild Hynne Uebler’s gingerbread house pattern brings a touch of Scandinavian charm. Dive into this pattern for a delightful ornament that captures the essence of a winter wonderland. Maybe match it with some Scandinavian gnomes?
The free pattern is showcased on yarnhild.com.
Gingerbread House by Vira Velmozhna
Explore Vira Velmozhna’s gingerbread house for a festive addition to your Christmas tree. As this pattern is stuffed, but only slightly is a beautiful mid-way between 2D patterns above and 3D patterns below. (Does it make it 2.5 D then? 😉
Go to the free pattern: knittedstorybears.com
Buy the yarn to make this project: Scheepjes Catona Yarn
Gingerbread House Ornament by Elisa Sartori
Elisa Sartori’s Gingerbread House provides a free and easy-to-follow crochet guide. Create a cozy gingerbread house ornament with Elisa’s pattern. It will be perfect for adding warmth to your holiday decor.
This pattern is available on elisascrochet.com.
Buy the yarn to make this project: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
Candy Cottage Gingerbread House Free Crochet Pattern
This gingerbread cottage is a great example of what can be done with crochet in imitating these beautiful Christmas traditions. This is an easy pattern and yet the finished cottage looks so realistic so scrumptious you can almost smell the gingerbread spices. The beautiful frosting along the edges of the gingerbread looks like snow and icing and all Yuletide.
Skills: Easy Designer: Pink Mambo
Go to the pattern:
Simply Stunning Christmas Tree Free Crochet Pattern
For more free designs on Christmas trees, go to 15 Free Crochet Christmas Tree Patterns and 2D Smart Christmas Tree Free Crochet Patterns
Go to the pattern:
Gingerbread Ornaments with Free Crochet Patterns
Gingerbread ornaments for Christmas trees are beautiful and traditional, but they have some downsides as well. They crumble, they’re a bit of a pain to make, and tend to get eaten at the most inopportune moments. What if you could crochet them and make them last? Well, here are some patterns for Gingerbread Hearts and gingerbread men that look just like the real thing, but are fun, easy to make and are great for using up the odd bits of stashed yarn that you keep, because they are too long to throw away but are too short to do anything with.
Gingerbread Heart Ornaments
Skills: Easy Designer: GoldenLucyCrafts
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Gingerbread Star Ornaments
Ti begin with, here is the first gingerbread cookie ornament. These star-shaped lovelies add a whole dimension of deliciousness to your tree.
Go to the pattern:
You can be super creative with the decorations, and you will have yourself not only great ornaments to hang on the tree or wreath, but also a super great stocking stuffer. Remember, DIY crochet and Christmas go along together!
Gingerbread People Free Crochet Patterns
There is something so traditional about gingerbread figures. Gingerbread ornaments for Christmas trees are beautiful and traditional, however, they do have some downsides as well. They crumble, they’re a bit of a pain to make, and tend to get eaten at the most inopportune moments. What if you could crochet them and make them last?
To this end, here are some crochet gingerbread people to make some beautiful decorations. While it’s still early in December, the clock is running down on Christmas. Therefore, you need to get your hook poised and yarn untangled. Thus, why not make some lovely projects from these gingerbread people crochet patterns, and hang them up on a tree, on a wreath, or hand them out as quick little gifts or stocking stuffers?
Gingerbread Man
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Gingerbread Boy
Well, here is a pattern for a gingerbread boy that looks just like the real thing, after the kids got to it. You can be super creative with the decorations, and you will have not only a great ornament but also a super funny stocking stuffer.
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Gingerbread People
Want gingerbread people that are more of a toy than a decoration? Look no further. Indeed, this will be an ideal playset.
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Conclusion:
Congratulations! You’ve successfully crocheted your very own gingerbread house ornament. We hope this guide, inspired by the creativity of talented crocheters, has made the process enjoyable and straightforward. Feel free to experiment with colors and embellishments on the sides of the house (like e.g candy canes) to make your ornament truly unique. Happy crocheting, and may your holiday season be filled with warmth and handmade joy!
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