Knitted Five Pointed Star Christmas Ornament
The knitted five-pointed star Christmas ornament is a delightful addition to any holiday décor. Its intricate design and cozy texture bring a touch of warmth and charm to your home during the festive season. Handcrafted with care and attention to detail, this ornament is not only a beautiful decoration but also a symbol of love and creativity. Hanging proudly on your Christmas tree, it twinkles and shines, spreading joy and cheer to all who behold it. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or just starting out, creating these charming stars is a fun and rewarding activity that will surely add a special touch to your holiday celebrations. Embrace the spirit of the season by adorning your tree with these handmade treasures and let the magic of Christmas shine bright in your home.
Size:
The petals measure 3 inches in length; a larger needles and heavier yarn will yield a larger finished piece.
Gauge:
Not vital
Materials:
Sport weight yarn
Size 6 US (4.25 mm) needles
Size 7 US (4.5 mm) needles
Stitch markers
Stitch holders
Tapestry needle
Instructions
Note:
All Slip 2 instructions are to be slipped at the same time as if to knit.
p2sso- pass two slipped sts overWith a needle one size larger than you will work with, CO 105 sts, leaving an 18 inch tail for sewing up with later.
Change to your chosen needle and purl 21 sts. Leave rem sts on needle; you will work them later. Pm and turn.
Row 1 (RS): Sl 1, k8, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k to end of row, turn - 19 sts.
Row 2: Sl 1, p rem 18 sts.
Row 3: Sl 1, k7, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k rem 8 sts - 17 sts.
Row 4: Sl 1, p rem 16 sts.
Row 5: Sl 1, k6, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k rem 7 sts - 15 sts.
Row 6: Sl 1, p14.
Row 7: Sl 1, k5, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k6.
Row 8: Sl 1, p12.
Row 9: Sl 1, k4, sl 2, k1 p2sso, k5.
Row 10: Sl 1, p10.
Row 11: Sl 1, k3, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k4.
Row 12: Sl 1, p8.
Row 13: Sl 1, k2, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k3.
Row 14: Sl 1, p6.
Row 15: Sl 1, k1, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k2.
Row 16: Sl 1, p4.
Row 17: Sl 1, sl 2 at same time, k1, p2sso, k1.
Row 18: Sl 1, p2.
Row 19: Sl 2, k1, p2sso (1 st rem - place on a piece of scrap yarn or stitch holder).
Turn.
Work the following directions until you have used up all of your stitches and have 5 points or petals.
With WS facing, pick up 9 sts down the finished petal, pm.
Do not cut yarn.
Purl the next 21 sts of those waiting on the needle.
Row 1 (RS): Sl 1, k8, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k8, k the next st tog with the first st on the other side of the needle tbl (on the side of the completed petal).
Row 2: Sl 1, p rem 18 sts.
Row 3: Sl 1, k7, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k7, k the next st tog with the first st on the other side of the needle tbl.
Row 4: Sl 1, p16.
Row 5: Sl 1, k6, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k6, k the next st tog with the first st on the other side of the needle tbl.
Row 6: Sl 1, p14.
Row 7: Sl 1, k5, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k5, k the next st tog with the first st on the other side of the needle tbl.
Row 8: Sl 1, p12.
Row 9: Sl 1, k4, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k4, k the next st tog with the first st on the other side of the needle tbl.
Row 10: Sl 1, p10.
Row 11: Sl 1, k3, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k3, k the next st tog with the first st on the other side of the needle tbl.
Row 12: Sl 1, p8.
Row 13: Sl 1, k2, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k2, k the next st tog with the first st on the other side of the needle tbl.
Row 14: Sl 1, p6.
Row 15: Sl 1, k1, sl 2 , k1, p2sso, k1, k the next st tog with the first st on the other side of the needle tbl.
Row 16: Sl 1, p4.
Row 17: Sl 1, sl 2, k1, p2sso, k the next st tog with the first st on the other side of the needle tbl.
Row 18: Sl 1, p2.
Row 19: Sl 2, k1, p2sso.
Finishing
When you have completed all five petals, sew the bottom edge together with the first petal. Run threaded tapestry needle through all sts waiting on holders and pull tightly to close. Weave in ends on WS.