Knit up a modern, minimalist tree with simple shaping, a clean chain edge, and a rustic trunk. The Nordic Tree is a sweet, approachable design that makes a fantastic, quick stash-busting project for the festive season. Because it is wonderfully beginner-friendly, newer knitters will find it satisfying and accessible, while more experienced makers can whip up a whole forest in an afternoon. It doubles as a lovely standalone ornament, a reusable gift tag, a festive table place setting, or part of a free-standing mantel display.

The pattern offers two distinct styles: a plain garter stitch option that serves as a perfect base for buttons and embellishments, and a textured version featuring slip stitches that mimic the lines of a pine tree.

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Suggested Yarn
Yarn Weight: DK / 8-ply

Fibre: 100% Cotton (or wool).

Yardage: 30 to 40 metres of main colour, plus oddments (less than 10g) for the trunk

Gauge & Needles
Gauge: Approximately 20 stitches by 26 rows = 4 inches (10 cm).

Gauge is not essential for this project.

Needle Size: 3.75 mm (US 5)