This Christmas tree is knit top-down in the round. Beads are crocheted in on the increase rounds. The rolled brim at the bottom is sewn into place prior to felting. The rows of “pine needles” are crocheted on the tree prior to felting. The star and bells are fastened following felting.

Finished Felted Size:
21in (53cm) tall and 13in (33cm) in diameter.

Materials:
150g (165yds) Brown Sheep Lamb’s Pride Bulky in #Kiwi
15g (55yd) Brown Sheep Nature Spun Sport in #Limestone
40ins (100cm) 6mm circular needle
Tapestry Needle
4mm Crochet Hook
70 x 2/0 Red Czech Beads
32 x 0.3in (10mm) multi-coloured bells (Michaels)
Christmas Star (Michaels)

Gauge:
14 stitches x 20 rows = 4in (10cm) x 4in (10cm) over stockinette stitch in the round.
(Gauge isn’t too important for this project)