Christmas Bauble no. 22

Christmas Bauble no. 22 by Knao Knits

Project Overview

Christmas Bauble no. 22 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 perfect for holiday decoration, with finished ornaments measuring approximately 8.5cm to 9cm (3.35" to 3.55") in diameter depending on the stitch pattern selected.

What You Will Make

This pattern produces a single knitted bauble—a three-dimensional spherical Christmas ornament suitable for hanging on a tree or displaying as holiday décor. The design is part of a larger collection of bauble patterns, all constructed using consistent techniques and materials for cohesive results across multiple ornaments.

Knitting Techniques Used

• Increasing stitches to create the bauble's rounded shape
• Cable knitting techniques (requiring careful tension management)
• Stocking stitch construction
• Moss stitch construction
• Three-dimensional shaping through strategic increases

Stitches Featured

• Stocking Stitch: A fundamental knit stitch pattern used in bauble construction, requiring tension of 17 stitches and 22 rows per 10cm (4") square
• Moss Stitch: An alternative textured stitch pattern option, requiring tension of 16 stitches and 28 rows per 10cm (4") square
• Cable Stitches: Decorative twisted stitches incorporated into select bauble designs

Materials Required

This pattern is designed to work with chunky weight yarn, allowing for quick construction and satisfying results. The project uses one set of 5 double-pointed knitting needles throughout, with the specific needle size depending on your chosen yarn and desired bauble size. Needle size adjustments may be necessary based on individual knitting tension—knitters who work tightly may need to increase needle size, while loose knitters may need to decrease it.

Tension and Sizing Considerations

Achieving the correct finished bauble size depends on matching the specified tension. The pattern provides two primary tension gauges: 17 stitches and 22 rows to a 10cm square for stocking stitch, and 16 stitches and 28 rows to a 10cm square for moss stitch. Knitters should take particular care not to pull stitches too tightly when increasing or working cable sections, as excessive tension will result in a smaller-than-intended bauble. For alternative sizes, crafters can experiment with different yarn weights and needle sizes to customize their ornament dimensions.

Difficulty Level

Rated as intermediate, this pattern assumes familiarity with basic knitting techniques including cast-on, knit and purl stitches, increases, and cable work. The three-dimensional shaping and stitch pattern variations provide engaging challenges suitable for knitters progressing beyond beginner projects.