Hi y’all! There’s just something special about adding a little handmade Christmas cheer to the kitchen, especially when it’s something pretty and practical!
My Christmas Tree Hot Pad crochet pattern combines simple single crochet stitches with textured popcorn stitches to create a festive Christmas tree design. The front and back panels are joined with my Puff Edge Stitch border, giving this hot pad a beautifully textured finish and an extra layer of thickness.
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Whether you’re decorating your own kitchen, putting together a handmade Christmas gift, or getting a head start on holiday crocheting, this is such a fun project to make!
And the best part? You’ll find the free Christmas Tree Hot Pad crochet pattern right here on the blog, along with the option to purchase the premium PDF featuring helpful photo tutorials and a crochet chart.
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- Inspiration Behind the Christmas Tree Hot Pad
- Why You’ll Love This Christmas Tree Hot Pad
- Yarn, Construction & Skill Level
- Ready to Crochet Your Christmas Tree Hot Pad?
- Free Christmas Tree Hot Pad Crochet Pattern
- Finishing Touches & More Crochet Patterns
Inspiration Behind the Christmas Tree Hot Pad
I actually designed my Christmas Tree Hot Pad back in late 2024, but as often happens around the holidays, I ran out of time to release it before Christmas!
So, I tucked the design away until Marie from Underground Crafter invited me to participate in the 2025 Christmas in July Make Along. I knew immediately that this would be the perfect opportunity to finally share it!
Hot pads have always been one of my favorite things to crochet. I love working with cotton yarn and creating projects that are both pretty and practical.
For this design, I combined simple single crochet stitches with textured popcorn stitches to create a festive Christmas tree. Then I joined the front and back panels with my Puff Edge Stitch border for a beautiful, double-thick finish.
And just like that, my Christmas Tree Hot Pad was finally ready to make its debut!
NOTE: This hot pad pattern is intended to protect countertops and tables. It is not meant to pick up hot pots/pans.
Why You’ll Love This Christmas Tree Hot Pad
There are so many reasons to love this festive little project!
- Beautiful texture: Popcorn stitches create a raised Christmas tree design that really stands out against the background.
- Double-thick construction: Two crocheted panels provide extra thickness to help protect your countertops and tables.
- Pretty Puff Edge Stitch border: My textured border joins the panels together and gives the hot pad a lovely finished edge.
- Made with cotton yarn: A practical choice for kitchen projects!
- Perfect for gifting: Add one to a handmade Christmas gift basket or make a few for your own holiday kitchen.
Whether you’re making one for yourself or gifting it to someone special, this Christmas Tree Hot Pad adds a cozy, handmade touch to the holiday season!
Yarn, Construction & Skill Level
The Christmas Tree Hot Pad is made with #4 worsted-weight cotton yarn, making it a practical choice for a handmade kitchen accessory.
The design features two crocheted panels. The front panel uses single crochet stitches and color changes to create the Christmas tree, with popcorn stitches adding a fun, raised texture. The back panel provides an additional layer of thickness.
Both panels are joined using my Puff Edge Stitch border, creating a decorative finish around the hot pad.
Pattern Details:
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Finished Size: Approximately 8.5″ × 9″
- Yarn: #4 worsted-weight cotton
- Construction: Two crocheted panels joined with a Puff Edge Stitch border
- Special Techniques: Color changes, popcorn stitches, and Puff Edge Stitch
The premium PDF also includes helpful step-by-step photos and a crochet chart to guide you through the design.
A quick safety note: This hot pad is intended to protect countertops and tables from warm dishes. It is not designed to be used as an oven mitt.
Yarn Info!
For my Christmas Tree Hot Pad, I used I Love This Cotton yarn in White, Sage, and Brown. I also made a version using Dove, which you’ll see in some of the photos throughout this post.
I love how soft this cotton yarn feels and how beautifully it works up with the textured popcorn stitches!
If you’d like to try these yarns for your own Christmas Tree Hot Pad, you can check out some of the options available on Amazon by clicking the product photos below.
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Construction & Finished Size
This hot pad is made with two separate crocheted panels. The front features the Christmas tree design using single crochet stitches, color changes, and textured popcorn stitches. The back is worked entirely in single crochet.
The two panels are joined with my Puff Edge Stitch border, giving the hot pad its beautiful textured finish and double-thick construction.
- Skill Level: Intermediate, although adventurous advanced beginners may enjoy the challenge!
- Finished Size: Approximately 8.5″ wide × 9″ tall
- Yarn: #4 worsted-weight cotton
- Hook: G/4.0 mm
- Special Techniques: Popcorn stitches, color changes, and Puff Edge Stitch
I recommend using cotton yarn rather than acrylic for hot pads because acrylic can melt when exposed to high temperatures.
Safety Note: This hot pad is intended to help protect countertops and tables. It is not designed to replace oven mitts or to remove hot dishes from the oven.
A Little Inspiration from My Pattern Testers
One of my favorite things about sharing a new crochet pattern is seeing how other crocheters make it their own!
My talented testers Stacy, Michele, Peg, and Ethy each put their own spin on the Christmas Tree Hot Pad using different colors and cotton yarns, including Peaches & Creme, Lily Sugar’n Cream, and WeCrochet Dishie.
I love how beautifully each version turned out! It’s a wonderful reminder that you can completely change the look of a pattern simply by choosing your favorite colors.
KEEP READING FOR THE FREE VERSION
Scroll down to view the free version and learn how to make this cute little Christmas Tree hot pad. But, if you prefer the premium ad-free version of the hot pad, you can get it for a small cost in either of my shops. The shop links are listed below.
Ready to Crochet Your Christmas Tree Hot Pad?
You’ll find the complete Christmas Tree Hot Pad crochet pattern written out for FREE right here on the blog!
If you prefer a clean, printable version, the premium PDF is also available through my Etsy or Ravelry shops.
The premium PDF includes:
- Complete written instructions
- A crochet chart for following the Christmas tree design
- Photo tutorials for the Popcorn Stitch and color changes
- Step-by-step photos to help with the Puff Edge Stitch border
Whether you’re making one for your own holiday kitchen or creating a thoughtful handmade Christmas gift, I hope you enjoy every stitch!
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Featured in the 2025 Christmas in July Make Along
My Christmas Tree Hot Pad was originally featured on July 26, 2025, as part of the 7th Annual Christmas in July Make Along, hosted by Marie from Underground Crafter!
This fun event brought together talented crochet, knitting, and sewing designers to share handmade holiday gift ideas. My Christmas Tree Hot Pad was featured during the Gifts for Home week.
You can still explore the wonderful collection of patterns from the event over at Underground Crafter.
And don’t forget, the Christmas Tree Hot Pad crochet pattern is always FREE right here on the blog!
Free Christmas Tree Hot Pad Crochet Pattern
Ready to add a little handmade Christmas cheer to your kitchen? Let’s get started!
Below you’ll find the complete free written pattern for my Christmas Tree Hot Pad, including the front panel, back panel, and textured Puff Edge Stitch border.
Be sure to read through the pattern notes before beginning, especially the instructions for color changes and carrying your yarn.
What you will need for the Christmas Tree Hot Pad crochet pattern
- Worsted weight (#4) cotton yarn
- 135 yds: MC (Front panel) – 55 yds, Green (Tree, Border & Back panel) – 77 yds, Brown (Stump)- 3 yds
- 4.00 mm (G) hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Pattern Notes
- Intermediate pattern.
- Written in US crochet terms.
- Finished size: 8.5″ wide x 9″ tall.
- Gauge: 7.5 sc x 8.25 rows = 2″.
- Chain stitch at the beginning of Rnd does not count as a stitch. Always place 1st stitch of each row in same stitch as beginning chain unless stated otherwise.
- When changing colors, I do not fasten off the MC. I drop the MC and join the next color. I clip the tree and trunk colors after completing that row.
- I used a combination of tapestry & intarsia crochet techniques. Be sure to leave some slack in the carried yarn and always carry the yarn on the WS.
- To change colors do not complete sc. Leave 2 loops on hook, yarn over with new color and pull through 2 loops on hook.
- Each hot pad is made up of 2 pieces, a front and back that is connected with a Puff Edge Stitch border.
- Stitch count is only listed on each row when there is a change.
- Starting at the bottom right corner, odd numbered rows are read ⬅️ and are RS rows. Even numbered rows are read ➡️ and are WS rows.
Stitch Key
ch = chain
hdc3tog = half double crochet 3 together
MC = Main Color
PC = Popcorn Stitch
rep = repeat
sc = single crochet
RS = Right Side
sc dec = single crochet decrease
sc inc = single crochet increase
slst = slip stitch
st = stitch
WS = Wrong Side
Pattern Instructions
Front panel
With MC, ch 14.
← Row 1 (RS):
sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, ch 1, turn. (13 sc)
→ Row 2 (WS):
sc inc, sc in next 11, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
← Row 3:
sc inc, sc in next 13, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (17 sc)
→ Row 4 (WS):
sc inc, sc in next 15, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (19 sc)
← Row 5 (RS):
sc inc, sc in next 17, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (21 sc)
→ Row 6 (WS):
sc inc, sc in next 19, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (23 sc)
← Row 7 (RS):
sc inc, sc in next 9, join brown, PC, sc, PC, join MC, sc in next 9, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 23 sc)
→ Row 8 (WS):
sc inc, sc in next 23, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (27 sc)
← Row 9 (RS):
sc in next 12, join brown, PC, sc, PC, join MC, sc in next 12, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 25 sc)
→ Row 10 (WS):
sc in each st across, ch 1, turn. (27 sc)
← Row 11 (RS):
sc in next 5, join green, PC, sc in next 15, PC, join MC, sc in next 5, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 25 sc)
→ Row 12 (WS):
rep Row 10.
← Row 13 (RS):
sc in next 5, join green, PC, sc in next 15, PC, join MC, sc in next 5, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 25 sc)
→ Row 14 (WS):
rep Row 10.
← Row 15 (RS):
sc in next 7, join green, PC, sc in next 11, PC, join MC, sc in next 7, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 25 sc)
→ Row 16 (WS):
rep Row 10.
← Row 17 (RS):
sc in next 7, join green, PC, sc in next 11, PC, join MC, sc in next 7, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 25 sc)
→ Row 18 (WS):
rep Row 10.
← Row 19 (RS):
sc in next 9, join green, PC, sc in next 7, PC, join MC, sc in next 9, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 25 sc)
→ Row 20 (WS):
rep Row 10.
← Row 21 (RS):
sc in next 9, join green, PC, sc in next 7, PC, join MC, sc in next 9, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 25 sc)
→ Row 22 (WS):
rep Row 10.
← Row 23 (RS):
sc in next 11, join green, PC, sc in next 3, PC, join MC, sc in next 11, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 25 sc)
→ Row 24 (WS):
rep Row 10.
← Row 25 (RS):
sc in next 11, join green, PC, sc in next 3, PC, join MC, sc in next 11, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 25 sc)
→ Row 26 (WS):
rep Row 10.
← Row 27 (RS):
sc dec, sc in next 10, join green, PC, sc, PC, join MC, sc in next 10, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 23 sc)
→ Row 28 (WS):
sc dec, sc in next 21, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (23 sc)
← Row 29 (RS):
sc dec, sc in next 9, join green, PC, join MC, sc in next 9, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (2 PC, 19 sc) Finish off green yarn.
→ Row 30 (WS):
sc dec, sc in next 17, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (19 sc)
← Row 31 (RS):
sc dec, sc in next 15, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (17 sc)
→ Row 32 (WS):
sc dec, sc in next 13, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
← Row 33 (RS):
sc dec, sc in next 11, sc dec. (13 sc)
Finish off and weave in ends.
Back panel
NOTE: There is not a RS/WS for this panel.
With MC, ch 14.
Row 1:
sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, ch 1, turn. (13 sc)
Row 2:
sc inc, sc in next 11, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Row 3:
sc inc, sc in next 13, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (17 sc)
Row 4:
sc inc, sc in next 15, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (19 sc)
Row 5:
sc inc, sc in next 17, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (21 sc)
Row 6:
sc inc, sc in next 19, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (23 sc)
Row 7:
sc inc, sc in next 21, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (25 sc)
Row 8:
sc inc, sc in next 23, sc inc, ch 1, turn. (27 sc)
Rows 9 – 26:
sc in each st across, ch 1, turn.
Row 27:
sc dec, sc in next 23, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (25 sc)
Row 28:
sc dec, sc in next 21, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (23 sc)
Row 29:
sc dec, sc in next 19, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (21 sc)
Row 30:
sc dec, sc in next 17, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (19 sc)
Row 31:
sc dec, sc in next 15, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (17 sc)
Row 32:
sc dec, sc in next 13, sc dec, ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Row 33:
sc dec, sc in next 11, sc dec, ch 1. (13)
Finish off, weave in ends.
Border
NOTE: The blocks are connected by working down each of the sides and across the top and bottom. Hold the blocks together being sure to place the back block to the back of the Christmas Tree block. Make sure the PC design is on the outside and facing you.
Step 1:
Slst to join in the top right corner of the blocks.
Step 2:
Ch 1, hdc in 1st st.
Step 3:
Working around the post of the hdc just made, hdc3tog, puff edge st complete. *Sk st, puff edge st; rep across. (7 puff edge sts)
Step 4:
Working down the side, sk 1st row end, puff edge st in next row end. *Sk next row end, puff edge st in next row end; rep from * across, sk last row end. (16 puff edge sts)
Step 5:
Turning to work across the bottom, puff edge st in 1st st on bottom, *sk st, puff edge st; rep from * across. (7 puff edge sts)
Step 6:
Turning to work up the next side, puff edge st in 2nd row end, *sk st, puff edge st in next row end; rep from * up, slst to join to 1st hdc. See below to add optional hanging loop. (16 puff edge sts)
Finish off and weave in ends.
Optional hanging loop
Complete last puff edge st, slst to 1st puff edge st, ch 7, slst into same st.
Finish off and weave in ends.
Finishing Touches & More Crochet Patterns
And there you have it! Your very own Christmas Tree Hot Pad, ready to add a little handmade charm to your holiday kitchen!
I love how the popcorn stitches bring the Christmas tree to life, and that textured Puff Edge Stitch border is such a pretty finishing touch.
If you enjoyed making this Christmas Tree Hot Pad, be sure to check out a few of my other hot pad crochet patterns!
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The Christmas Tree Hot Pad pattern combines the simple single crochet stitch with the eye-catching Popcorn stitch to create a perfect Christmas in July project. I hope you enjoy making many hot pads!
Happy crocheting, and stay tuned for more crochet fun.
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