Christmas Bauble no. 14

Christmas Bauble no. 14 by Knao Knits

Project Overview

Christmas Bauble no. 14 is a knitted decorative ornament designed by Knao Knits as part of the "It's beginning to look a lot like Knitmas" collection. This intermediate-level knitting project creates festive baubles suitable for tree decoration, with finished pieces measuring approximately 8.5cm to 9cm (3.35" to 3.55") in diameter depending on the stitch pattern selected.

What is Being Made

This pattern produces a three-dimensional knitted bauble ornament. The design is part of a collection where multiple baubles can be created using consistent yarn and needle specifications, allowing crafters to build a coordinated set of holiday decorations. Each bauble is a self-contained project that results in a spherical, finished decoration.

Knitting Techniques Used

• Stocking stitch – A foundational knit stitch pattern used in bauble construction
• Moss stitch – An alternative stitch pattern offering textural variation
• Increasing – Shaping techniques essential for creating the bauble's three-dimensional form
• Cable work – Decorative cable stitches incorporated into the design

Stitches and Tension Requirements

Achieving the correct finished size requires attention to tension specifications. For stocking stitch, work to 17 stitches and 22 rows over a 10cm (4") square. For moss stitch, maintain 16 stitches and 28 rows over the same 10cm measurement. Knitters should adjust needle size up or down based on individual tension characteristics, as pulling stitches too tightly—particularly during increases and cable sections—will result in a bauble that is too small.

Materials and Equipment

This pattern is designed to be worked on one set of 5 double-pointed knitting needles. The project uses chunky-weight yarn with needle size adjusted according to the specific yarn selected and individual knitter tension. The pattern accommodates yarn flexibility, allowing crafters to substitute different yarn weights and needle sizes entirely to create baubles in alternative dimensions if desired.

Difficulty Level

Classified as intermediate difficulty, this project requires foundational knitting knowledge including familiarity with double-pointed needles, stitch pattern reading, increases, and cable techniques. The pattern is accessible to knitters with some experience but may present challenges for absolute beginners.