It's that time of year again, and the Christmas puddings are here! Stuff your tree with these adorable crochet puddings, available as finished products and cozy designs. You can even make your own edible versions using mini molds! Get ready for the holidays with these charming crochet Christmas pudding patterns. Pudding doesn't just have to be for eating! You will find a range of projects here, from puddings made with intricate details to others that make lovely gifts or decorations. Make your family and friends puddings this festive season with these crochet patterns.
Christmas Pudding Patterns For Beginners
Christmas is a time for family, friends, and delicious desserts! Check out these superb crochet Christmas pudding patterns if you're looking for a project to work on while watching the snow fall outside. These Crochet patterns will help you relive the joy of Christmas yummy pudding. You can make them in any color you like—the only important thing is that they're adorned with a bow and holly berries. A few of these patterns feature puffs of snowy white yarn more like ornaments than food. The rest resemble Christmas puddings, with golden-brown crusts and plenty of raisins!
Benefits Of Crochet Christmas Pudding Patterns
- They can be made in any size and color combination, according to your taste.
- They are also easy to make and affordable compared to buying them from stores.
- You can customize them according to your needs and preferences and make them look exactly how you want them to look!
- These are great gifts for all occasions, including holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries!
Christmas Pudding Ornament:
A festive ornament that's easy to make and even easier to display! Perfect for beginners, this crochet Christmas pudding ornament is the ideal size for decorating your tree or as a stocking stuffer. Featuring colorful stripes, a lovely snowman face, and a cotton cord loop to hang it from. This is a handmade crochet Christmas pudding ornament. Bright red, white, and green, this cute little Pudding would be a lovely gift for someone who loves homemade food or would look great hanging on the Christmas tree.
Materials
- DK Weight Yarn in dark brown, white, green, and red (I used Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Coffee Bean, Paper White, Evergreen and Pillar Red)
- 2.5mm crochet hook
- 8mm safety eyes
- Polyester fibrefill
- Yarn/twine for hanging
- Stitch marker, yarn needle, scissors
Abbreviations
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase
- invdec – invisible decrease
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- tr – treble crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- st/s – sticth/es
- […] – repeat the instructions in brackets
- (…) – indicates stitch count at end of round
Mini Christmas Pudding:
Christmas pudding is a traditional British confection made from dried fruit (such as currants, sultanas, and candied peel) mixed with spices, almonds, and brandy or whisky. This little Pudding makes the perfect gift for Christmas. This little crochet pudding would be a great gift or an extra treat for yourself! This crochet mini Christmas pudding is a perfect festive gift for the foodie in your life. It's small enough to pop in a stocking or take to a bake sale but big enough to satisfy any sweet tooth!
Materials
- Sports Weight Yarn (briwn, white and green)
- 2.5mm crochet hook
- Stitch markers and pins
- Yarn needle
- Stuffing
- Sequins or beads (optional, to create the berries)
Abbreviations
- Sc = Single crochet
- Slip st = Slip stitch
- BLO = Back loops only
- FLO = Front loops only
- Invdec = invisible decrease
- Sc2tog = single crochet decrease
- ** = a repeating stitch pattern
Christmas Pudding Gift Bag:
This handmade Christmas Pudding gift bag will be the perfect addition to someone's Christmas. It is super quick, simple, and easy to follow as a beginner. It makes a lovely alternative to a stocking or would even be great as a gift in its own right. This pattern is intended for beginners who want to learn the basics of crochet; with clear instructions and plenty of photos to help you along the way, it’s a brilliant project for anyone looking to get stuck in with their crochet hooks!
Materials
- Christmas Pudding Bag
- Bag and icing – Aran Yarn
- Holly and berries – DK
- 6mm and 5mm Hook
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
Abbreviations
- Ch- Chain
- HDC – Half Double Crochet
- DC – Double Crochet
- TR – Treble Crochet – Yarn over x 2
- DTR – Double Treble – Yarn over x 3
- SlSt – Slip Stitch
- HCDtog – HDC two together
- INC – Increase HDC 2 in the same space.
- Rep – Repeat
- St(s) – Stitche(s)
- MC – Main colour
- BC – Border Colour
- NC – Nose Colour – Pink
Christmas Pudding Ornament:
This Christmas pudding ornament is perfect for adding a little stylish flair to the tree. Crochet in festive shades of white, green, and brown, this Christmas ornament is a friendly reminder that it’s always time for dessert. This Crochet Christmas Pudding Ornament is a tasty treat for the holiday season. Crafted from wool felt with cotton yarn and stuffing, this fun ornament features a simple crochet pattern featuring treats like sparkling sugar on top of the Pudding. Add this recipe to your Christmas tree or package it as a gift!
Materials
- Medium weight #4 yarn, colors – chocolate (A), white (B).
- I used Impeccable by Loops and Threads yarn, chocolate, and Red Heart Soft yarn, white.
- Crochet hook H/8 – 5 mm
- Holly Berry buttons
Abbreviations
- Ch – chain
- DC – double crochet
- HDC – half double crochet
- Rnd – round
- SC- single crochet
- Sl St – slip stitch
- St (Sts) – stitch (stitches)
- TR – treble crochet
Christmas Pudding Bauble:
This bauble is a sweet crocheted Christmas decoration. It is the perfect present for your children or for a relative or friend who loves Christmas. They would be delighted to find a homemade gift in their stocking on Christmas morning. This crochet Christmas pudding bauble will add a festive touch to your Christmas tree. A colorful crochet pattern makes the bauble so much fun to create, and once you've worked through it, you'll be able to make up lots more!
Materials
- Brown DK yarn
- White DK yarn
- Red DK yarn
- Green DK yarn
- 80mm polystyrene ball
- Embroidery needle
- Scissors
- 3.5mm crochet hook
Li'l Xmas Pudding Amigurumi:
This adorable little Pudding is the perfect Christmas gift for kids, friends, and family. Little Pudding is a cute Christmas pudding with cuddly arms to hold your favorite Christmas ornaments. Use it as a decoration, gift topper, or amigurumi in its own right! It's also the perfect size for adding to a little bag of goodies for someone special on Christmas day. This little amigurumi is designed to help you celebrate Christmas. From Santa's list of presents, everyone needs Santa in their life this Christmas!
Materials
- A 3.25mm (or 4mm [G]) crochet hook
- Medium weight yarn (4) in Brown, White, Red, and Green (I use Bernat's Handicrafter Cotton Solids for most of my amigurumi projects)
- Polyfil Stuffing
- A yarn needle
Abbreviations
- c: Single crochet
- sc2tog: single crochet 2 stitches together.
Christmas pudding ornament:
A beautiful crochet Christmas pudding ornament. Add a little festive cheer to your Christmas tree with this crochet pud! This pudding ornament is the perfect way to let everyone know you're ready for Christmas. This makes a lovely stocking filler or gift for a loved one, friend, or family member. The perfect addition to anyone’s Christmas tree! This handmade crochet Christmas pudding ornament makes the perfect gift for any foodie or lover of decadent, sweet desserts. Whether celebrating Christmas or enjoying a classic British dessert year round, this design will surely add a tasty touch to any holiday décor!
Materials
- 2.75mm (C) crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Small length of sewing thread if you are making this into an ornament to hang on the Christmas tree.
- Stuffing/polyfil
- I used Vinni’s colors for this plump Pudding, but any double knit (light worsted) cotton yarn would work.
- Brown (Vinni’s mahogany)
- White (Vinni’s white)
- Red (Vinni’s brick red)
- Green (Vinni’s fern)
Christmas Pudding Tree Decoration:
Crochet Christmas Pudding Tree Decoration is a fun way to decorate the tree this year. It's the perfect decoration for you to personalize your home. It's a quick and easy project you can make in a day, so you will have plenty of time to finish it ahead of Christmas! This crochet Christmas pudding tree decoration is the perfect addition to your Christmas tree this year. The star embellished on top makes it the ideal present for any family member or friend.
Materials
- Any dk weight yarn, I used…
- Yarn A – Brown – Women’s Institute Premium Acrylic Brown – Hobbycraft
- Yarn B – Cream – Wendy Purity, shade Mist – Hobbycraft
- Yarn C – Lime – Women’s Institute Premium Acrylic Lime – Hobbycraft
- Yarn D – Red – Women’s Institute Premium Acrylic Red – Hobbycraft
- Hook – 4mm & 2.5mm
- Stuffing
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors
Abbreviations
- Ch – chain.
- Sl st – slip stitch.
- St – stitch.
- Sc – Single Crochet – insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back
through the stitch (two loops on the hook), yarn over, and pull through
both loops are on the hook. - Hdc – Half Double Crochet – yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull
the loop back through the stitch (three loops on hook), yarn over and
pull through all three loops on the hook. - Dc – Double Crochet – yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull the
loop back through the stitch, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn
over pull through two loops. - Ch3 picot – Chain 3 Picot – chain 3, slip stitch into the back bump
(see notes) of the 3rd chain from the hook. - Puff st – Puff Stitch – (yarn over, insert hook in stitch, yarn over, pull
up a loop), twice more in the same stitch, yarn over, pull through all 7
loops on hook, chain 1.
Christmas Pudding Beanie:
A Christmas pudding beanie is a perfect winter hat for men and women. This beret-style knitted cap has a snug fit, which keeps your ears warm in the cold weather. Crochet this stylish and easy Christmas Pudding Beanie for yourself or a loved one. Made with chunky yarn, you are sure to get that quick project done in no time! This Christmas pudding beanie is the perfect accessory for a festive outfit. It can also be worn year-round to keep your ears warm when the weather turns cold.
Materials
- I have used Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran 100% acrylic. I recommend using an Aran/Worsted weight yarn, although the same gauge can also be achieved with Chunky yarn. Acrylic yarn will allow a fair amount of stretch for a snug fit.
- You will need Cream or White yarn for the top sauce section and Brown for the pudding section. Less than 50g/100yds of each color will be needed to make even the largest size. You will also need a small amount of Red and Green yarn for the holly.
- The size of the hook or hooks needed will depend on the size you are making and your gauge. Check the size chart and gauge guidelines below.
- You will also need a Stitch Marker, Tape Measure, Yarn Needle, and Scissors to make your Christmas beanie hat.
Abbreviations
- (mr) Magic ring, (ch) Chain, (sl st) Slip Stitch, (sc) Single Crochet, (hdc) Half Double Crochet, (dc) Double Crochet, (trc) Treble Crochet, (FPsc) Front Post Single Crochet, (FPhdc) Front Post Half Double Crochet, (FPdc) Front Post Double Crochet, (FPtrc) Front Post Treble Crochet, (BLO) Back Loop Only.
Christmas Pudding Cover:
This Christmas Pudding Cover is a fun little project to get your crocheting fingers busy during the holidays. It's a simple pattern and would make an excellent gift for any crochet enthusiast in your life. This crochet pattern is a new twist on your old favorite Christmas pudding. This cover is crocheted in the round in an easy-to-follow way and can be completed with any yarns, medium or heavy weight, or even plarn (plastic bag strips) if you want to make this project eco-friendly. It makes a beautiful gift idea for friends and family during the holiday season!
Materials
- Yarn needle
- 3.5mm crochet hook
- Button
- DK Yarn
Abbreviations
- MC - Magic circle/ring
- Ch - Chain
- SC - Single crochet
- HDC – Half Double Crochet
- DC – Double Crochet
- ST - Stitch
- SLST - Slip stitch
- R – Round or Row
- FO - Finish Off
- Long SC – sc going into the st on the ground below the one you are working on.
Hanging Christmas Pudding:
This Crochet Hanging Christmas Pudding is the perfect decoration for your festive Christmas tree. It screams Christmas with its bright colors and cheerful pattern! It uses basic crochet stitches and materials you probably already have in your home. A decorative hanging Christmas pudding makes the perfect addition to your Christmas decorations this festive season. Make a crochet hanging Christmas pudding for your tree and brighten everyone's spirit with a very merry Christmas day. This hanging Christmas pudding is perfect for your Christmas table. The Pudding is made with chunky yarn, so it's an easy project that makes a significant impact.
Materials
- Yarn needle
- Soft toy filling
- 3mm crochet hook
- DK Yarn
Abbreviations
- MC - Magic circle/ring (sc unless otherwise specified)
- Ch - Chain
- SC - Single crochet
- Inc - Increase stitch (2 single crochets into one stitch)
- Dec - Decrease stitch (single crochet 2 stitches together)
- ST - Stitch
- FLO – Front loop only
- BLO – Back loop only
- DC – Double crochet
- TC – Treble Crochet
- HDC – Half double crochet
- DTC – Double Treble Crochet
- SLST - Slip stitch
- R – Round or Row
- FO - finish off
Christmas Pudding & Holly Hat:
What better combination than a stunning hat and this crochet Christmas pudding for your little one? The cap has been crocheted in bright red, with white snowflakes scattered across it, and the Pudding is finished off with snowflakes too! This set is sure to bring lots of joy to your little one this Christmas. This crochet Christmas Pudding & Holly Hat is perfect for this coming festive season. Hats are not just for the colder months of the year but also great to wear in the summer. Looks cute on girls and boys alike!
Materials
- 4mm crochet hook or size needed to make gauge.
- I used my clover amour hook.
- Yarn needle, scissors, and a tape measure
- Double Knit yarn in white and brown for the hat and green and red for the Holly and Berry Sprig. The amount of yarn required will depend on the size, but for both brown and white, it will be less than 50g of double knit.
Abbreviations
- blo = back loop only
- ch = chain
- dc = double crochet (UK treble crochet)
- edc = extended double crochet (UK extended treble) – see special stitches
- fpdc = front post double crochet (UK raised treble front) – see special stitches
- MR = magic ring – see special stitches
- rep = repeat
- rs = right side
- sc = single crochet (UK double crochet)
- sc2tog = single crochet 2 together (UK double crochet 2 together) – see special stitches
- sk = skip (UK miss)
- sp = space
- ss = slip stitch
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- ws = wrong side
- yo = yarn over
Christmas Pudding Chocolate Orange Cover:
This pattern was so much fun to make and worked up quickly. This pudding cover is perfect for the chocolate orange lovers in your life. The ideal Christmas pudding cover, this pattern will bring the crocheted Christmas pudding cover idea to life when you make it for your family Christmas celebration. It is made using a dark enough yarn to complement dark chocolate orange filling with a contrast of white. This would be an ideal gift for anyone who loves food and gifts! This Christmas Pudding is the perfect gift for your family and friends. Made from an easy-to-follow pattern, anyone can create this Christmas Pudding.
Materials
- Double Knit Yarn in White/Brown/Green/Red
- 4.5mm Hook
- 3mm Hook
- Stitch Marker
- Scissors
- Yarn Needle
Abbreviations
- Sc – Single Crochet
- ScInc – Single Crochet Increase, Sc two in the same stitch
- FLO – Front Loop only
- BLO – Back Loop Only
- SS – Slip Stitch
- ShellFLO – 5 Double Crochet in the same stitch, the front loop only
- Sc2tog – single crochet 2 stitches together (I like to use this tutorial by Planet June)
Christmas pudding:
Make a Christmas pudding with this lovely pattern to keep your house smelling delicious and warm throughout the holiday season. The crochet Christmas pudding has been designed to help you create the most delightful Christmas pudding ever! This snowman crochet pudding is the perfect Christmas crochet pattern. It's easy to work up, and the result is lovely. This Crochet Christmas Pudding Pattern is the perfect decoration for your Christmas table. Using a variety of yarns in many colors and shades, you will crochet this festive Pudding to add a touch of Christmas warmth to your living room or dining room.
Materials
- Cotton DK weight yarn in brown and white
- 3.5mm crochet hook
- Red and green felt
- Wool needle
- Fabric glue
Abbreviations
- Sl st –slip stitch
- dc – double crochet
- htr – half treble crochet
- tr – treble crochet
- dtr – double treble crochet
Christmas Pudding:
This quick Christmas project is a little pudding that is fun to make and easy to hang on a tree or sit on a mantelpiece. The perfect crochet accessory to hang on your Christmas tree! This little Pudding has a white sauce and is topped with holly leaves and berries. Easy to make and fun to try out different color combinations, this quick project makes the perfect small gift or stocking filler. This festive little crochet Christmas Pudding would make a lovely addition to your Christmas decorations. It’s made in soft red yarn and topped with a sprig of holly leaves & berries. You can have your own little Christmas pudding (or plum pudding) in time for the festive season!
Materials
- E US/3.5mm crochet hook
- Small amount of worsted weight yarn in brown, cream (or white), red and green
- Yarn needle to weave in ends
- Stitch marker
- Fibrefill stuffing
Abbreviations
| ch | chain |
| invdec | invisible decrease Note: If you prefer, you may use a standard sc2tog decrease in place of each invdec. |
| sc | single crochet (double crochet for UK/Aus) |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| st | stitch |