Christmas is the favorite time of year for many, including us!
There’s nothing quite like snuggling up on the couch, surrounded by the warm glow of holiday lights, the dreamy scent of pine needles, a mug of hot cocoa or mulled beer, and a cozy soft handmade quilt.
And what better way to get into the holiday spirit than with a beautifully crafted Christmas tree quilt? Draping it over your sofa or bed during the holiday season is the perfect recipe for your Christmas decor.
We’ve scoured the internet to find the 10 cutest, coziest, and most festive Christmas tree quilt patterns out there – and the best part? They’re all FREE.
So pause your Hallmark movie marathon for a sec, gather your holiday-themed fabrics, and your trusty sewing machine, and get ready to create some festive magic together!
Contents
- 1 Free Christmas Tree Quilts: 10 Incredibly Gorgeous Patterns
- 1.1 1. Classic Christmas Tree (Quilt Block)
- 1.2 2. Charming Christmas
- 1.3 3. Quilted Christmas Tree (Wall Hanging)
- 1.4 4. Christmas Baubles
- 1.5 5. All is Bright
- 1.6 6. Modern Christmas Tree (Quilt Block)
- 1.7 7. Peppermint Forest (Table Runner)
- 1.8 8. Vintage Ornaments
- 1.9 9. Patchwork Christmas Tree Skirt
- 1.10 10. Ponderosa Pines
- 2 Tree-mendous Fun
Free Christmas Tree Quilts: 10 Incredibly Gorgeous Patterns
Seriously, these free Christmas tree quilt patterns are just what your holiday decor needs. From simple and classic to bold and modern, there’s something for every quilter’s taste. Let’s dive in!
1. Classic Christmas Tree (Quilt Block)
Looking for a super simple yet charming Christmas tree quilt block? This one’s a classic design that’s easy to sew, even if you’re just starting out.
You’ll love how fast those angled tree branches come together, thanks to the quick-pieced Flying Geese method Janet Wickell of The Spruce Crafts details in her guide. Just imagine a whole forest of these in your quilt!
You can also customize your trees! Go for the classic fabrics or get wild with prints and colors – it’s up to you.
And hey, why not add some cute little touches by stitching on little teddy bears, presents, or stockings? It’ll give your quilt that extra special something.
This block isn’t just for Christmas! You can use it for a four-season wall hanging or any other quilt project you can dream up.
GET THIS CHRISTMAS TREE QUILT BLOCK HERE
2. Charming Christmas
If you’re looking for a quick and easy Christmas quilt, this one’s perfect for beginners!
It’s part of the Fat Quarter Shop’s Shortcut Quilt series, which means it’s fast and fun to make.
Like really, you can whip up this cute patchwork festive tree quilt in no time using those pre-cut charm packs you’ve been hoarding. The pattern’s free, and there’s even a video to walk you through it step by step.
Plus, you can make it big or small, depending on how much time or fabric you’ve got.
FIND THIS FREE QUILT PATTERN HERE
Video Tutorial
3. Quilted Christmas Tree (Wall Hanging)
Check out this super cute Christmas tree wall hanging made by the one and only Caroline of SewCanShe! It’s like a little piece of holiday cheer for your walls.
Like the previous two, this too is surprisingly simple to make! Caroline used the QAYG (Quilt-as-You-Go) method for this, and she’s got pictures to prove how easy-peasy it is.
This tree is extra special because it has buttons for ornaments and a puffy star. Plus, it won’t droop because it has little wooden sticks inside to keep it sturdy.
You can those Jelly Roll strips you’ve been saving or even Fat Quarters for this project.
CHECK OUT THIS FESTIVE WALL-HANGING PATTERN HERE
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4. Christmas Baubles
A tiny Christmas tree made entirely of cute little ornaments – that’s what this quilt is all about! It’s sweet and perfect for beginners as a weekend project.
This little quilt is made from a Mini Charm Pack, so you get to use all your favorite Christmas fabrics.
Jen Daly, the creator of this quilt, has made it relatively straightforward to put together, and when you’re done, you’ll have a gorgeous wall hanging to add to your Christmas decor.
Once you start sewing those ornament blocks, you won’t be able to stop!
GET THIS CHRISTMAS TREE QUILT PATTERN HERE
5. All is Bright
This Christmas tree quilt is pure magic! It’s got a modern look with those triangle shapes, and can we talk about the pink color? Oh, it’s just gorgeous!
Imagine snuggling under this huge, cozy quilt on a cold winter day. It’s big enough to share with your whole family!
The pattern’s pretty easy to follow but uses a special template for the triangles. Luckily, it’s totally doable.
Trust us, it’s worth it when you see how amazing your finished quilt looks because this one’s a real showstopper!
FIND THIS QUILT PATTERN & INSTRUCTIONS HERE
6. Modern Christmas Tree (Quilt Block)
For those itching to craft a modern Christmas quilt, this is the perfect starting point!
Make a bunch of these little Christmas tree blocks and stitch them together for a fun holiday patchwork forest.
You can use up all those random fabrics you have lying around! It doesn’t have to be that Christmas-y; just grab some greens, reds, and whites and go wild. Mix in some big, bold prints like polka dots or stripes for a really funky look.
Amy, the super-talented quilter behind Diary of a Quilter, has an easy tutorial to show you how to make these blocks. She even has a free pattern for a mini quilt if you want to try something smaller.
GET THESE QUILT BLOCK PATTERNS HERE
Video Tutorial
7. Peppermint Forest (Table Runner)
Amanda of Jedi Craft Girl teaches you how to make these adorable Christmas tree and peppermint blocks, which you can stitch together to make a festive table runner!
And hey, why stop there? These blocks would look amazing on pillows too, or even a whole quilt!
Amanda has a straightforward tutorial to follow on her blog, and you can download the printable pattern PDF for free. Hope you have some fun with this one!
FIND THIS FESTIVE TABLE RUNNER PATTERN HERE
8. Vintage Ornaments
Remember those old-fashioned glass Christmas tree ornaments your grandma used to have? This quilt is like a cozy picture of them!
It’s a sweet and simple way to bring some vintage Christmas vibe to your home without all the fuss.
GET THIS VINTAGE CHRISTMAS QUILT PATTERN HERE
9. Patchwork Christmas Tree Skirt
Want to make something totally awesome for your Christmas tree? How about this patchwork tree skirt by Sally Stevens that’ll blow everyone away?
It’ll look amazing under your tree and serve as a vibrant canvas for your presents. You can make it big or small, whatever fits your space.
GET THIS CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT PATTERN HERE
10. Ponderosa Pines
This one from Jordan Fabrics is a breeze to make! It uses a simple template, so anyone new to quilting should find this easy to work on.
You can make this quilt as big or small as you want, just by adding more trees. There’s even a helpful video tutorial to guide you on every step.
FIND THIS CHRISTMAS TREE QUILT PATTERN HERE
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Tree-mendous Fun
That’s ten free Christmas tree quilt patterns to get you started. We hope this little roundup will help you make a whole forest to spruce up your holiday decor for Christmastime.
Note that these patterns are merely a starting point, so feel free to experiment with different fabrics and colors, and tweak the designs to your own tastes.
And most importantly, have a tree-mendous amount of fun! After all, quilting shouldn’t be a pine-ing experience (okay, that’s enough wordplay for today).
P.S. If you end up creating any of these quilts, we’d love to see them!