What you'll need
| One size only: | to fit various Christmas chocolates |
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Paintbox Yarns Simply DK
Rose Red (113)
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1 |
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Paintbox Yarns Simply DK - Paper White (100)
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1 |
Product Description
Very easy to knit and a fabulous fund raiser or gift for children / adults of all ages.
Christmas stocking gift bags / chocolate holders. sizes to fit: Smartie tubes, Chocolate Button tubes etc. Chocolate Orange and Ferrero Rocher (3 sizes / patterns in total)
very easy to knit with DK yarn on 3.25mm straight needles
Ideal for hanging around the house or decorating the Christmas table.
THE SWEET MANUFACTURERS ARE USING TWO STANDARD SIZES OF TUBE: - THIN FOR SMARTIES, WIDE FOR BUTTONS, ROLOS ETC.
THE TUBE STOCKING IS DESIGNED TO FIT ALL SIZES OF TUBES BUT THEY CAN ALSO BE USED AS GIFT CONTAINERS.
THE SMALLER BAG CAN BE USED FOR A CHOCOLATE ORANGE OR FILLED WITH SWEETS, GIFTS OR EVEN COINS.
ALL 3 DESIGNS CAN BE HUNG FROM THE TREE, SAT ON A SHELF OR USED AS TABLE DECORATIONS.
Each bag uses less than 18g DK yarn, knit on 3.25mm straight needles
Stocking Chocolate/Gift Bags by Ayrshire Knits
What is Being Made
This downloadable knitting pattern from Ayrshire Knits provides instructions for creating small decorative stocking bags designed to hold festive treats and gifts. The bags are specifically sized to fit Smarties tubes and chocolate button tubes, as well as chocolate orange packaging, making them ideal for Christmas stockings and holiday gift-giving. These functional containers combine practical storage with handmade charm, perfect for personalizing seasonal presents.
Craft and Techniques
This is a knitting project suitable for beginners, making it an accessible choice for crafters new to the hobby or those seeking a quick, satisfying make. The pattern uses straightforward knitting construction methods appropriate for creating small, structured containers. The beginner-friendly difficulty level ensures that even less experienced knitters can successfully complete these charming gift bags.
Stitches and Construction
While specific stitch details are referenced in the pattern documentation, the design focuses on fundamental knitting techniques that create a finished fabric suitable for holding treats and small gifts. The construction method produces bags with defined structure capable of supporting the weight of chocolate products and Smarties tubes without stretching or losing shape.
Materials
- Yarn: DK weight yarn is used for this project, providing an appropriate thickness for creating fabric with good stitch definition and structure suitable for gift bags
- Needles: Knitting needles appropriate for DK weight yarn (specific needle size details are contained within the full pattern)
This pattern offers a practical and creative way to present holiday treats while adding a handmade, personal touch to Christmas stockings and seasonal gift-giving.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Featured Products: | Paintbox Yarns Simply DK |
| Pages: | 4 |
| Designer: | ayrshire knits |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | A tiny amount of stuffing is used for the toe of the tubes and the pom poms. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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