Crochet Christmas Tree Skirt: A 36-Inch Skirt in Super Bulky Yarn
A flat circle worked in rows instead of rounds, so it opens along one side to go around the trunk. Super bulky yarn and a 10 mm hook make a 36-inch skirt in a weekend, finished with a scallop edge and ties.
Pattern at a glance
US terms- Skill level
- Easy
- Yarn
- Super bulky (#6) acrylic or wool blend, about 550 yd
- Hook
- 10 mm (N/P-15)
- Time
- About 8–10 hours
- Finished size
- About 36 in (91 cm) across, with a 6 in (15 cm) centre opening
You'll need
- Super bulky (#6) yarn — about 550 yd (cream, red or green)
- 10 mm (N/P-15) hook
- Contrast yarn for the scallop edge (optional, 60 yd)
- Stitch markers
- Tapestry needle
In this post
A crochet tree skirt is a flat circle worked back and forth in rows, so it has an opening on one side. You start with a 36-stitch row (the centre hole), add 12 stitches on every row, and stop when the skirt is 36 inches across. Rows instead of rounds let you wrap the skirt around the tree stand after the tree is up.
In super bulky yarn on a 10 mm hook each row is about an inch tall, so 16 rows are enough. Plan a weekend.
The rest of this post is just below — free, as always.
The skirt
Worked flat in rows; turn at the end of each row. Ch 3 counts as the first dc.
- Row 1: Ch 38. Dc in the 4th ch from the hook and each ch across. Turn. (36)
- Row 2: Ch 3, dc in the next st, 2 dc in the next; *dc in the next 2, 2 dc in the next* to the end. Turn. (48)
- Row 3: Ch 3, dc in the next 2, 2 dc in the next; *dc in the next 3, 2 dc in the next* to the end. (60)
- Rows 4–16: Keep adding 12 stitches per row: on Row 4 work (4 dc, inc) × 12, on Row 5 (5 dc, inc) × 12, and so on. Row 16 is (16 dc, inc) × 12. (216)
Tip: Increases stacked in the same place make a 12-sided shape. To keep the skirt round, start alternate rows with half the dc count before the first increase, as in a flat circle.
Scallop edge and ties
- Edge: In the contrast colour, along the outer edge only: *skip 2, 5 dc in the next, skip 2, sc in the next* to the end. (36 scallops)
- Opening: Sc evenly up both straight edges of the opening and around the centre hole for a tidy finish.
- Ties (make 6): Ch 40, sl st back along. Sew three ties along each edge of the opening — at the centre hole, halfway and the outer edge.
Size guide
| Diameter | Rows (super bulky) | Last row | Yarn |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 in (table-top tree) | 10 | 144 | About 250 yd |
| 36 in (5–6 ft tree) | 16 | 216 | About 550 yd |
| 48 in (7–8 ft tree) | 22 | 288 | About 1,000 yd |
Using worsted yarn instead? Rows are half the height, so you'll need about twice as many rows. Check your gauge with a gauge swatch first.
Finish the tree with a crochet stocking, ornaments and a star.
Common questions
Why is a crochet tree skirt worked in rows and not rounds?
Rows leave a straight opening from the centre to the edge, so you can wrap the skirt around the stand without lifting the tree.
How much yarn do I need for a crochet tree skirt?
About 550 yards of super bulky yarn for a 36-inch skirt. A 48-inch skirt needs nearly double, because area grows faster than the diameter.
Why is my tree skirt rippling or cupping?
Rippling means too many stitches — skip the increases for one row. Cupping means too few — check that you're adding 12 per row, and use a larger hook if your tension is tight.
What colour is your tree skirt going to be? 🎁
Did you make this?
Tap a star to rate this pattern — it helps other makers find it.
Be the first to rate it!
YarnBloom
Crochet patterns & tutorials
YarnBloom shares cozy, beginner-friendly crochet patterns written in clear US terms, with a stitch count on every round and tips for the tricky bits. Grab your hook — let’s make something lovely.
Leave a comment