Project introduction
This is a pattern overview, not a full tutorial. The Snowy Pines ornament from The Loopy Lamb is a quick Christmas decoration that uses basic crochet stitches, and the designer rates it beginner level with U.S. crochet terminology. The blog post offers the free written pattern together with a step-by-step video tutorial that walks through the project from start to finish. A printable, ad-free PDF is also sold for a small fee in the designer’s Ravelry and Etsy shops.
The design creates a faux-fur cap that sits over a pinecone, giving the look of a pinecone after a fresh snowfall. For the complete pattern and its instructions, visit The Loopy Lamb.
The project uses only a small amount of Fairy Tale Fur yarn, so it is a good fit for yarn scraps. Its size can be adjusted to fit the pinecone, and a ribbon or piece of yarn forms the hanger. This overview gathers the materials and design notes without reproducing the full stitch sequence.
First Time Using Fur Yarn?
Faux fur can make it hard to see individual stitches. The designer recommends Fairy Tale Fur, also called Fable Fur, from WeCrochet, a super bulky weight 6 yarn. Its thick backing strap makes it easier to locate stitches by touch when the fuzzy surface obscures them. The pile can also hide uneven stitches and less-than-perfect seaming.
The accompanying video covers handling faux fur and includes a section on making a magic circle. If you are new to this yarn, reviewing those tips before starting may help you get familiar with feeling for stitches. Watch this video on YouTube.
Other Crochet Christmas Decorations You Can Make
The Loopy Lamb notes that this is the fifth free crochet Christmas ornament pattern released that year. The first three related ornaments use Fable Fur yarn, now called Fairy Tale Fur, and the last is a gift card holder that doubles as an ornament and uses worsted weight yarn. These are separate designs, so check each linked project for its own materials and directions.
- Crochet Bear Ornament, a faux-fur ornament.
- Crochet Owl Ornament, another project in the faux-fur group.
- Crochet Gnome Christmas Tree Ornament, also listed among the Fable Fur designs.
- Sloth Crochet Gift Holder, made with worsted weight yarn and designed to double as an ornament.
Can I Use Another Yarn For This Crochet Project?
Fur yarn is the recommended choice for the intended look. The designer suggests that acrylic yarn, a bulkier fuzzy yarn, or yarn that can be felted or brushed to look fluffy might be worth trying. These are alternatives to experiment with, and their appearance may differ from the faux-fur version.
Other Free Faux Fur Yarn Crochet Patterns Available
The Loopy Lamb lists these faux fur yarn projects. Visit the designer’s page for each pattern to review its specific requirements:
- Kaya the Koala
- Crochet Koala Keychain
- Seth the Sloth
- Gnorman the Gnome
- Taran Tarantula
- Flikka Flamingo
- Crochet Animal Ears Headbands
- Otis the Owl
- Salty the Seal
Disclaimer
The Loopy Lamb permits selling finished items made from the design, provided the creator is credited and the blog is linked when sharing the work online. The design itself may not be resold, copied, distributed, or presented as someone else’s original work. The designer’s photos may not be used to sell finished items. The stated terms are for personal use, not mass production. See The Loopy Lamb for the creator’s site.
Skill Level
The project is rated beginner level.
Terminology
The pattern uses U.S. crochet terminology.
Supplies
The designer’s supply list includes these materials. The crochet hook is specified by size and brand, but no particular hook style is stated. Alongside the free written pattern and video tutorial, a printable, ad-free PDF version is sold for a small fee in the designer’s Ravelry and Etsy shops.
- 5.5 mm Furls crochet hook.
- 8 yards (7.5 m), or 11 g (0.39 oz), of WeCrochet Fable Fur in Eisbar.
- A pinecone with a base approximately 2.75 to 3 inches across. The source notes that the designer found sparkly pinecones of this size at Michaels.
- A 12-inch piece of ribbon (9 mm width) in a preferred color, or a piece of yarn.
- A tapestry needle, scissors, and a stitch marker.
- A hot glue stick and hot glue gun.
Abbreviations
In U.S. terms, CH stands for chain, FO for finish off, and MC for magic circle or magic ring. SC is single crochet, while SCINC is a single crochet increase, which places two single crochet stitches in the same stitch. SL ST is slip stitch, and ST is stitch. The source also links tutorials for a magic circle, single crochet, and single crochet increase.
Finished Size
The stated diameter is approximately 4 inches. The designer says the piece can be adjusted to fit the pinecone.
Gauge
The stated gauge is 12 stitches across 5 rows over 2 inches.
Notes
Gauge is not essential to the project, but it may affect yarn use. A 5.5 mm hook is recommended; if stitches are difficult to feel, the hook size can be adjusted to make stitch placement easier to identify. A change may affect both gauge and the amount of yarn needed.
- Work in continuous rounds unless the instructions say otherwise, and do not join at the end of a round unless directed.
- Use a stitch marker to track the beginning of each round.
- Position the piece on the pinecone with its wrong side facing outward to show the furrier-looking surface.
Creating the Hanger
To form the hanger, use a tapestry needle to weave ribbon or yarn through opposing stitches near the top center of the cap. Secure the ends with an overhand knot and pull it inward so it rests at the base of the piece.
Assembling Your Ornament
The finished design places the crocheted cap over the pinecone, with its furrier side facing outward and the hanger at the top. The supply list includes a hot glue stick and glue gun, but the source text provided here does not explain their placement or use. Refer to The Loopy Lamb’s directions for any additional assembly guidance. The designer also suggests making the decoration in different colors for seasonal displays.
For more seasonal crochet reading, see Crochet Present Ornament: Pattern for Beginners: Pattern Overview or Christmas Peppermint Potholder - Crochet: Pattern Overview. Each covers a separate project, so check its own materials and source details.
