Sweetie Tube Covers | Christmas Gift Knitting Pattern Knitting Pattern

Sweetie Tube Covers | Christmas Gift Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Beginner
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Val Pierce
Needle Size

US 5 / 3.75mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Garter , Knit, Purl

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What you need to know

Give your Christmas treats a handmade makeover with these adorable Santa and elf sweetie tube covers.

Make your festive snacks extra special with these fun Santa and Elf covers by Val Pierce. Quick and satisfying to knit, they’re designed to slip over the giant cardboard tubes of sweets or chocolates that you find in the shops at Christmas and are sure to bring plenty of seasonal cheer. With colourful details, cosy hats, and plenty of personality, they make lovely handmade gifts or stocking fillers for friends and family.

Sizing

Sweetie tube covers: approx 17cm circumference x 19cm tall

What you need

Yarn: DK shades (A) red, (B) black, (C) white, (D) green, (E) peach, (F) white eyelash yarn, small amounts of each, plus oddments of yellow and brown DK
Needles: 3.75mm
Tapestry needle
Small gold bell
Black felt: small amount

Meet the designer

Val Pierce is a renowned knitting designer and author known for her charming toy, babywear, and accessory patterns. With a passion for creating accessible designs for all skill levels, her timeless creations have inspired knitters around the world for over two decades. For more great festive knitting patterns, browse our Christmas hub.

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