Last-Minute Christmas Knits | Easy Festive Knitting Ideas

Last-Minute Christmas Knits for Festive Week

We’re racing towards Christmas now — that joyful whirlwind of lights, wrapping paper and cosy evenings. If you’re looking for a few quick handmade knitting projects to finish before the big day, this week’s selection is perfect. These three Christmas knitting patterns knit up surprisingly fast, use small amounts of yarn and bring huge festive charm to any home.

Our Pattern of the Week is the Little Santa Knitting Pattern, available with 20% off using code SANTA20 until Monday. Alongside Santa, we’re spotlighting the Little Angel and Little Christmas Tree — a trio of festive favourites that make perfect decorations or last-minute gifts.

Pattern of the Week: Little Santa

The Little Santa Pattern is full of festive character — from his cosy hat to his fluffy beard! He’s small enough to finish in an evening or two, yet detailed enough to feel special. Santa stands proudly among your other decorations, sits sweetly on bookshelves, or can be tucked into stockings for a wonderful handmade surprise.

He’s especially fun to personalise: try adding a tiny bell to the tip of his hat or knitting several in different shades of red. With 20% off using SANTA20, it’s the perfect week to cast him on.

Little Angels for Peaceful Décor

The Little Angel Pattern brings calm, gentle brightness to your festive displays. With soft wings and a tiny halo, these angels sit beautifully on mantels, shelves or tree branches. They’re light, elegant and easy to embellish with metallic yarns, embroidery or beads.

Knit a matching pair to sit either side of a candle (battery-operated!), or hang several from a branch as a peaceful mobile. Angels also make wonderful gifts for friends, teachers or anyone who appreciates something thoughtful and handmade.

Little Christmas Trees for Festive Charm

The Little Christmas Tree Pattern is a charming miniature version of the full-size knitted tree, perfect for small spaces, table displays or shelf arrangements. These tiny trees knit up quickly and look wonderful in sets — especially when made in different greens or decorated with beads, sequins or mini pompoms.

Try placing a Little Tree beside your Santa and Angel to make a complete festive trio. They’re also brilliant for handmade table favours or as part of a seasonal centrepiece.

Quick Finishing Touches

Short on time? These tiny knitting projects shine with just a few simple flourishes. Once everything is knitted and stuffed, try:

Make This Christmas Calm & Creative

It’s easy to feel rushed at this time of year, but small knitting projects can bring a peaceful pause to the season. A cosy half-hour with yarn and needles is often all it takes to finish a Little Santa, Angel or Tree — and each piece carries the warmth of the hands that made it.

Whether you’re gifting these makes or displaying them around your home, they bring comfort, colour and handmade joy to the festive week ahead.

Pattern Links Recap

• Little Santa – Pattern of the Week (SANTA20)

• Little Angel

• Little Christmas Tree

Did You Miss Last Week?

We filled our stockings with festive favourites — Baubles (Pattern of the Week), Reindeer and Mince Pies. Read last Tuesday’s post.

Ready to Knit?

Download the Santa PDF Knitting Pattern Available Now!

Contact me to get any new or updated patterns straight to you. Or keep an eye on the Updates section of this website to see the newest creations. Fitting In Knitting is also on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook for some sneaky previews of projects as they evolve….

Happy knitting!

Ali 🙂

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