Looking for a festive and space-saving alternative to a classic Christmas tree? This Mandala Christmas Tree is a colorful, decorative wall hanging made from 12 beautifully crocheted mandalas in various sizes and patterns. The tree shape is assembled using metal rings and simple single crochet joins. A wonderful project to showcase your crochet skills while adding warmth and handmade charm to your holiday decor. Optional: thread fairy lights through the rings for extra glow.

Size Options

Finished size: approx. 85 cm tall × 60 cm wide

Layout: 10 mandalas in 15 cm rings, 2 mandalas in 10 cm rings, 1 wooden ring at the top

Easily adaptable in size by adjusting the number or size of mandalas

Gauge

Gauge is not critical. The mandalas should fit snugly in the rings. Block the mandalas before assembly for best results.

Materials

Yarn:

Durable Coral:

Holly Berry (221) – 2 balls

Scheepjes Organicon:

Wild Nectarine (221) – 1 ball

Durable Coral or equivalent:

Dark Mint (2133) – 1 ball

Hooks: 2.5 mm crochet hook

Notions:

10 metal rings (Ø 15 cm)

2 metal rings (Ø 10 cm)

1 wooden ring (Ø 5 cm)

Tapestry needle, scissors, stitch marker

Optional: 180 cm string of LED lights

Yarn Requirements

Approx. 100–120 g total

Ideal for using up smaller amounts of cotton yarn in red, green, cream and accents