The crocheted creepmas holly is a delightful and unique creation that combines the festive spirit of Christmas with a touch of spooky charm. If you’re a fan of all things eerie and love to add a special twist to traditional holiday decorations, then this crocheted holly is just for you.
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Unlike the classic holly berries, this imaginative piece replaces them with eyeballs. Yes, you read that right! These tiny crocheted eyeballs bring an unexpected and playful element to the design, making it stand out from the crowd. It’s as if the holly leaves have eyes of their own, creating an uncanny effect that is sure to catch everyone’s attention.
Speaking of the holly leaves, they are meticulously crafted with dark, crocheted yarn. The combination of the deep hue and the intricate crochet stitches gives them an elegant and slightly gothic look. This unconventional choice adds an intriguing contrast to the traditional green leaves, making this holly a true statement piece.
But what makes this crocheted creepmas holly truly remarkable is the feeling that it’s always watching. The positioning of the eyeballs, strategically scattered across the leaves, creates a sense of observation and mystery. Whether you place it on your Christmas tree, hang it on your door, or use it as a centerpiece, this decoration is bound to capture everyone’s curiosity.
If you want to take this eerie aesthetic a step further, you can even add some extra details to the eyeballs. By using red embroidery thread, you can create veins on the surface of the eyes, giving them a more realistic and haunting appearance. This additional touch enhances the overall creepiness of the holly, making it a perfect fit for those who enjoy the darker side of the holiday season.
So, if you’re a spooky Christmas lover looking for a distinctive decoration that will make your holiday setup truly unforgettable, look no further than this crocheted creepmas holly. With its quirky combination of eyeballs, dark crocheted leaves, and the option to add intricate details to the eyes, this unique piece will add a touch of macabre festivity to your home. Get ready to embrace the eerie charm of Christmas like never before!
Gauge
Using single crochet
3.5 mm hook
16 stitches by 18 rows = 4 inch square.
Supplies needed:
Medium worsted yarn
Mainstay Cozy Yarn Black – 2 yards
Mainstay Cozy Yarn White – 13 yards
Mainstay Cozy Yarn Spruce – 19 yards
Crochet hook – I used 3.5mm but you can use what you would like. Size will change
Yarn needle
Scissors
Stuffing
Stitch marker
Crochet Techniques to Know
Here are the basic crochet stitches we’ll use in this project.
Slip Stitch (sl st): To make a slip stitch, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, and pull through both the stitch and the loop on the hook.
Single Crochet (sc): To make a single crochet, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, and pull up a loop (2 loops on the hook). Yarn over again and pull through both loops to complete the stitch.
Half Double Crochet (hdc): This stitch is taller than a single crochet. To make an hdc, yarn over, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, and pull up a loop (3 loops on hook). Yarn over again and pull through all 3 loops to complete the stitch.
Working in the Back Loops (blo): Normally, we work through both top loops of a stitch. But in this project, we’ll work in the back loops only to create a ribbed texture. To do this, insert the hook under the back loop only. Then, complete the stitch as usual.
Terms and Abbreviations
Here are the crochet abbreviations used in this pattern. Note that all instructions are written in US terms.
FLO = front loops only
BLO = back loops only
ch = chain(s)
dc = double crochet
FLOdc = front loops only double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
sc = single crochet
sl st = slip stitch
st(s) = stitch(es)
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Creepmas Holly Pattern
Eyes
Make 3. Starting in black.
1. 6sc in mr (6)
Sl st and change to white with an invisible colour change.
2. (Inc) (12)
3. (3sc, inc)x3 (15)
4. Sc around (15)
5. (3sc, dec)x3 (12) … stuff
6. (Dec)x3 (6)
Finish off leaving a tail for sewing. Leave one tail longer.
The eye with the longer tail will be used to sew all of the eyes together.
Bring the tail halfway up the eye and use 2 stitches on each eye to attach eyes together.
Bring tail out of the bottom of the same eye. Each eye should have a tail
Leaf
Make 2. In green
Ch16, starting in the second loop from hook
1. 2sc, 2hdc, 2dc, tc, 2tc in same stitch, tc, 2dc, 2hdc, 2sc, ch1 and rotate work (16)
On the other side of the chain
2. 2sc, 2hdc, 2dc, tc, 2tc in the same stitch, tc, 2dc, 2hdc, 2sc (16)
Sl st in the next stitch to end the round.
Points
3. 3sc, hdc, ch2, sl st in the second loop from hook, hdc into same base stitch
Repeat step 3 until you have 7 points. 3 on each side and 1 at the end.
4. 3sc, 2sl st
This should bring you to the end of the leaf
Stem
5. Ch5, sl st in the second loop from the hook, 3sl st.
Continue to sl st through the middle of the leaf this should be 17 sl st down the centre.
Cut tail and pull yarn through the last sl st.
Weave the tail to the end of the stem and weave the other tail into the leaf.
Creepmas Holly Assembly
Position eyes onto the 2 leaves. Using the tails for each eye, sew into place. Hide the tails from the eyes inside the eyes.
Position the stems of the leaves and sew together.
Weave down until you reach where the eyes are and leave tails out. Attach to what you would like and cut tails, or weave tails into the leaf completely.
*Optional*
Add detail to the eyes by embroidering veins onto the eyes.
Tada. Your creepmas holly is done.
This pattern is for PERSONAL USE ONLY. The pattern and or parts of it may not be reproduced, translated, altered for sale or for free. You may NOT MASS produce plushies made by this pattern in crochet or inspired by this pattern in other mediums. You may sell your item with this pattern in limited quantities
Please give credit that this pattern was designed by:
Julia Pilling
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