There’s a particular kind of Christmas magic that happens when a handmade piece enters the picture.

The Winter Embers Christmas Tree Skirt was designed to meet that moment. Worked in a color palette reminiscent of days gone by with a thread of white shimmer running through it, this is a Christmas decoration that’s vintage in spirit and filled with charm.

A ring of granny pentagons forms the midsection, becoming the cornerstone of something that earns its place beneath the tree year after year.

The tree skirt is both functional and beautiful, the kind of piece that gets folded away carefully each January and brought back out like an old friend.

⭐️ Pattern Details:

• PDF includes instructions for both sizes (see below)
• Includes diagrams for stitch placement and a photo tutorial for join-as-you-go
• Skill level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
• Yarn: Premier Yarns “Basix” 100% acrylic worsted weight
• Yardage: Approx. 1000-1350 yds in 4 colors, depending on size
• Hook: US size I-9 (5.5mm)

⭐️ Sizes included in the pattern:

• Small: Approx. 21” in depth
• Large: Approx. 24” in depth To measure the depth: Line the measuring tape up with a peak on the outer edge, through the center of a pentagon, then on to the inner edge.

⭐️ Why You’ll Love This Pattern:

• JAYGO that’s actually approachable — The granny pentagon ring is a low-stakes first try at join-as-you-go.
• Basic stitches, beautiful result — mostly double crochet rows means your hands stay relaxed while the design does the heavy lifting visually
• The candy cane border — a fun, satisfying finish that feels like a reward at the end
• Color play with vintage charm — The traditional palette leaves room for personal interpretation.

⭐️ Skill Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate because of the variety of stitches used and size/scope of the crochet project

⭐️ Stitches used: Chain, double crochet, single crochet, V-stitch, Granny stitch, join-as-you-go slip stitch method to connect the granny pentagons in a ring