Nordic Tree

Knit up a modern, minimalist tree with simple shaping, a clean chain edge, and a rustic trunk. The Nordic Tree is a sweet, approachable design that makes a fantastic, quick stash-busting project for the festive season. Because it is wonderfully beginner-friendly, newer knitters will find it satisfying and accessible, while more experienced makers can whip up a whole forest in an afternoon. It doubles as a lovely standalone ornament, a reusable gift tag, a festive table place setting, or part of a free-standing mantel display. The pattern offers two distinct styles: a plain garter stitch option that serves as a perfect base for buttons and embellishments, and a textured version featuring slip stitches that mimic the lines of a pine tree. You can find more fun knitting and crochet patterns over on my website at [www.emmaknitty.com.][1] **Suggested Yarn** **Yarn Weight:** DK / 8-ply **Fibre:** 100% Cotton (or wool). **Yardage:** 30 to 40 metres of main colour, plus oddments (less than 10g) for the trunk **Gauge & Needles** **Gauge:** Approximately 20 stitches by 26 rows = 4 inches (10 cm). *Gauge is not essential for this project.* **Needle Size:** 3.75 mm (US 5) [1]: www.emmaknitty.com