Why Not Crochet (or Knit) a Nativity Set?

If you are always looking for something new and different to crochet, why not try a Nativity Set?

When you purchase a Nativity Set, you are usually limited to the included number of figurines, but, if you crochet your own set, you can add as many fluffy little lambs, or perky eared donkeys as you want. 

And, if you have as much fun crocheting your own Nativity Set as I think you will, you might want to do several more to use as gifts.  As someone who has several unusual Nativity Sets displayed in my home on Christmas, I can guarantee that a gift like that would be appreciated.

Below are several Nativity Set crochet patterns I found online. (And two at the end for those of you who would rather knit.) You could also look for crocheted nativity patterns at your local craft store, or do a Google search online for free patterns.   Red Heart Yarn has a free crochet nativity pattern available that you can copy off the internet. 

The important thing is to get started  right away so you can have them done in plenty of time for Christmas.


The cute Nativity Pattern below is one of my favorites, and a pattern for making the entire set is available for $9.00 on the Craftsy website.

 Click Here " to visit and pick up a copy for yourself.  They also offer patterns for just part of the set, like just the Holy family, at a lower price.

(For each of the items below, click on the picture to learn more.)


Crochet a Nativity Wall Hanging

Great for hanging in your own home or to give as a gift.  The instructions include directions for both a wall hanging or an afghan so you can decide how large you want to make it.


Knit the Nativity

Knit the Nativity is an excellent book for those who love to knit.  Not only does it give directions for knitting the characters in the Nativity story, but also for making the stable, and other items in the scene.  If you go to the site, you can look through the first few pages of the very complete instruction book before making up your mind whether or not to purchase it.


Knitivity

Knitivity  is written so simply that even a beginner can understand.  A review of it made me want to get out my old knitting needles and start to knit.  And I'm probably one of the slowest knitters on the face of the earth.  I do wish they would write the instructions for left handers like me, though.  I think it would help a lot.