Save a tree and knit these reusable crackers to decorate your Christmas tree or mantelpiece. The pattern includes 3 designs.

Difficulty: Easy

Stitches used: k2tog, kfb

You will need:

• Wool, approx. 25g per cracker. I used Double Knit (8-6 ply, “light worsted”.) Tension: 10cm x 10cm square is 24 stitches across and 32 rows.

• Knitting needles. I used UK size 11 (3.0mm, US size 2.5)

• Tapestry needle

• Stuffing