345 Christmas Knitting Patterns: The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide

There are a few rules a proper house guest must absolutely follow: compliment the hostess on her lovely decor and immaculate home, make pleasant conversation and avoid uncouth words at all costs, and always, always bring a hostess gift. A true lady never leaves her gifts unadorned. Distinguish your good hostess gifts with classic knit holiday ornaments or poignant poinsettias.

Say goodbye to boring Christmas decorations and start whipping up a few exciting new patterns with this collection of 20+ holiday decorations.  From Santas to Reindeer, you'll find just what you need to make your tree festive for the season.

Our collection of Winter Knits: 60 Knitting Patterns for Winter will keep you warm all winter long. These evergreen winter patterns will look great no matter what month it is. Whether you need a sweater for January snowstorms, a hat for February flurries, or some mittens for March sleet, we've got winter knits to keep you cozy until springtime.

When knit presents are as adorable as this Dino the Dinosaur, it's easy to get motivated to begin casting on.  If you've been looking for that perfect, last-minute present for your grandchild, son, or daughter, let this group of 26 Gifts for Kids steer you in the right direction.

With so many free knitting patterns available, it can be challenging figuring out which ones to use for gifts.  Inside this handy knit gift guide, you'll find 27 patterns that would all make wonderful holiday presents.  Whether you're looking for moms and dads, brothers and sisters, kids, or even pets, you'll find a gift idea for everyone on your list.

Put your knitting creativity to the test by crafting your own bows and present toppers.  Knit ribbons and bows should be welcome additions to any gift; they're easy to re-use next year and can even be transformed into accessories or embellishments.  Throw a knit bow on a headband or hairclip to create a chic and simple accessory.

Cowls and scarves are not only easy to knit, but they are also thoughtful gifts for family and friends.  Accelerate the finish time by knitting them up with bulky or chunky yarn!  Before you know it, you'll have all your gifts knit and ready for the big day.

Knitting isn't just for making cozy Christmas sweaters.  Use those skills to create dainty projects that are ideal for decorating your home for the holidays.  The delicate Circle of Leaves Wreath is one of my favorite projects featured in this collection.  Whether you hang this wreath on the tree as an ornament or if you feature it on your front door to greet guests as they arrive, it's a classic piece of décor that will last for years to come.

You can't have a proper Christmas celebration without a few candy cane crafts.  Inside this collection of charming peppermint patterns, you'll find cozy fingerless gloves, cowls, coasters, and more!  Satisfy your sweet tooth with this fun group of knits.

These free knit scarf patterns are going to work their way into your Christmas list.  Scarves are a must-have accessory; they help keep you warm and they're incredibly stylish. If you're not sure how to knit a scarf, don't worry - most of them are easy to make!

Who doesn't love to feel the fuzzy warmth of knit mittens around their fingers? It seems to be especially enjoyable when the cold of winter rolls in. Keep your fingers warm this Christmas with a pair of knitted gloves.

Everyone remembers the knit hat their grandma made them for Christmas.  Bring back those nostalgic memories, and enjoy giving a gift that will last for years with this selection of stylish and charming hat patterns.

For unique Christmas gifts (like this adorable Deck the Halls Throw) and treasured decorations that will bring an instant touch of holiday cheer into your home, knit through this collection of easy patterns.

I know I can’t be the only person out there who, despite the best of intentions, is always caught unaware by Christmas. Last minute gift ideas can be just as difficult to rustle up as well-planned gifts. But you, as a knitter, have an advantage. You can knit Christmas gifts!