Knit Candy Cane Ornament

There's very few Christmas trees that feel complete without at least one candy cane and the Knit Candy Cane Ornament will solve that dilemma in a jiffy! This free Christmas knitting pattern produces the perfect red and bright white sweet treat to add to your festive holiday decor. If you're feeling extra fancy, you can even make a few of these knitted ornaments and use them as gift toppers. The recipient will be so impressed when he or she sees a bonus gift sitting on top of a beautifully wrapped package. If you're comfortable with grafting, you can make this six row pattern over and over between now and the holidays.

Knitting Needle Size3 or 3.25 mm

Yarn Weight(2) Fine (23-26 stitches to 4 inches)

Gauge5.25 sts & 8 rows per inch, knit in stockinette stitch

Finished SizeFinished ornament measures 5.5 inches from tip to tip before bending into candy cane shape