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LED Tealight Holder Let it Snow Pattern

LED Tealight Holder Let it Snow Pattern
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2-3 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This LED Tealight Holder Let it Snow Pattern

Create a pretty LED tealight holder using Schachenmayr Catania yarn and simple shaping techniques. The design combines single crochet rounds with puff and front-post puff stitches for a lacy snowflake edge. You will get clear instructions for every round plus a crochet diagram for visual guidance.

LED Tealight Holder Let it Snow Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Includes full basic stitch instructions and photos showing key steps. The finished holder fits an approx. 11 cm diameter LED tealight.

Why You'll Love This LED Tealight Holder Let it Snow Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns a tiny amount of yarn into a beautiful decorative accent that brightens any room. The combination of puff stitches and front post techniques gives the piece a lovely texture and a delicate, snowflake-like edge that I find irresistible. I enjoy how quickly a single tealight holder works up — it feels satisfying to finish one in an afternoon. Sharing this design lets me combine practical decor with the joy of handmade gifts.

LED Tealight Holder Let it Snow Pattern step 1 - construction progress LED Tealight Holder Let it Snow Pattern step 2 - assembly progress LED Tealight Holder Let it Snow Pattern step 3 - details and accessories LED Tealight Holder Let it Snow Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this tealight holder by changing yarn color; swap classic white for metallic or pastel shades to match your decor.

I sometimes make a tiny set in three contrasting colors to display together as a festive trio.

To make a sturdier holder, I use a slightly heavier yarn and a smaller hook, which produces a firmer fabric and a snugger fit for the tealight.

I also enjoy adding a bead or sequin to the center before closing the round for a subtle shimmer effect when the LED is lit.

If you want a flatter motif, try skipping one repeat of the outer puff cluster—this reduces the flare of the edge and gives a simpler look.

I often experiment with placing the eyes of the motif (the ch3 spaces) slightly closer or further apart to change the final point sharpness on the star edge.

For a lacy look, substitute some puff stitches with tall chain loops and join with slst to increase openness.

I sometimes line the inside with a thin felt circle glued in place for extra stability when using real tealights.

If you like a larger holder, use sport to worsted weight yarn and a larger hook; this scales up the pattern while keeping the same stitch sequence.

Finally, I often gift these with tiny LED tealights already included — it makes the handmade present instantly usable and delightful.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Using a larger hook for the main rounds can make the holder too loose and the edge will not fit the tealight; use the recommended 3.0 mm hook (or 2.5 mm if you crochet tightly) for correct sizing. ✗ Skipping the front loop only join on round 6 will change the edge placement and shape; be sure to join round 6 with slst-blo as instructed to create the correct front-loop foundation. ✗ Not working the FPpuff stitches into the ch2 and dc of round 7 correctly will make the decorative points uneven; follow the FPpuff description step-by-step and refer to the images to ensure loops are pulled and closed in the right order. ✗ Closing the decorative round incorrectly by slip-stitching too early will prevent proper alignment for round 9; do not close the round after repeating the motif, close it only with the 1st slst of round 9 as directed.

LED Tealight Holder Let it Snow Pattern

Make a delicate crochet LED tealight holder with this charming "Let it Snow" design. You will work a small circular motif with puff and front-post puff stitches, then add a decorative edge that fits LED tealights perfectly. The pattern includes clear step-by-step rounds, a crochet diagram, and basic stitch instructions so you can follow along with confidence. Perfect for gifting or seasonal decor, this pattern helps you create a cozy, handmade accent.

Intermediate 2-3 Hours

Materials Needed for LED Tealight Holder Let it Snow Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Schachenmayr Catania, LL 125 m (approx. 136 yds) / 50 g (approx. 1 3/4 oz)
  • 02
    Yarn Weight: Sport - 5ply | Fine (2)
  • 03
    Approximately 10 grams (approx. 0.35 oz) leftover yarn per Tealight Holder (your choice of color)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.0 mm
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 2.5 mm (use for edge; if you crochet very loosely, a 2.0 mm hook may be needed)
  • 03
    Sewing needle for closing rounds
  • 04
    LED Tealights

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— Main Motif :

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Use crochet hook 3.0 mm, make a magic ring. (If you crochet rather loosely, take a 2.5 mm needle here)

Round 1 :

Ch 1, 6 sc in ring. Join with slst in first stitch (= 6 sc).

Round 2 :

Ch 1, 2 sc in each stitch around. Join with slst in first stitch (= 12 sc).

Round 3 :

Ch 1, (sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) around. Join with slst in first stitch (= 18 sc).

Round 4 :

Ch 1, (sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around. Join with slst in first stitch (= 24 sc).

Round 5 :

Ch 1, (sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around. Join with slst in first stitch (= 30 sc).

Round 6 :

Ch 1, (sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around. Join with slst-blo in first stitch (= 36 sc).

Round 7 :

Ch 2, 1 dc-blo (into the same puncture site as slst), 35 puff st-blo. Join with slst in first stitch (= 36 stitches).

Round 8 :

Ch 2, 1 FPpuff st around ch2 and dc of round 7 (see also basic instruction page 10): * for this, yarn over, insert the hook around the ch2 and dc of round 7 (from front to back to front - image 1) and grab the yarn (3 loops on hook), repeat from * 1 more time (5 loops on hook), get the yarn and pull it through the first 4 loops, get the yarn again and pull it through the last 2 loops (image 2). Insert hook between the 1st and 2nd stitch of last round and crochet 1 puff st (image 3), ch3, insert hook between the 2nd and 3rd stitch of last round and crochet 1 puff st (image 4), crochet in the 3rd stitch 1FPpuff st (image 5), ch 2, skip 1 stitch, crochet 1 FPslst in next stitch, ch 2 (image 6), skip 1 stitch,

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*** crochet in the next 3 stitches as follows: 1 FPpuff st into the 1st stitch, 1 puff st between the 1st and 2nd stitch, ch 3, 1 puff st between the 2nd and 3rd stitch, 1 FPpuff st into the 3rd stitch, ch 2, skip 1 stitch, 1 FPslst (image 7), ch 2, skip 1 stitch, Repeat from *** 4 more times, do not close the round here, this is done with the 1st slst of the 9th round.

Round 9 :

For better clarity, I have shown the stitches of this round in different colors in the crochet diagram – the text colors are matched accordingly to the crochet diagram. [slst, ch 3, slst] in 1st stitch (image 1), ch 1, skip 1 stitch, crochet in first ch3-space as follows: [slst, ch 3, slst in 2nd chain from hook, ch 1, slst in ch3-space, ch 4, slst in 2nd chain from hook, ch 2, slst in ch3-space, ch 3, slst in 2nd chain from hook, ch 1, slst in ch3-space] (image 2). Ch 1, skip 1 stitch, [slst, ch 3, slst] in next stitch (image 3).

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Ch 1, 1 special slst as follows (see also crochet diagram page 9): insert between the two puff stitches of the 7th round (before the FPslst of the 8th round), get yarn and pull up a loop (2 loops on the hook) (image 4), insert between the next two puff stitches of the 7th round, get yarn and pull it through the stitch and both loops on the hook (image 5).

Round 9 continued :

Ch 1, * [slst, ch 3, slst] in next FPpuff st, ch 1, skip 1 stitch, Crochet in next ch3-space as follows: [slst, ch 3, slst in 2nd chain from hook, ch 1, slst in ch3-space, ch 4, slst in 2nd chain from hook, ch 2, slst in ch3-space, ch 3, slst in 2nd chain from hook, ch 1, slst in ch3-space]. Ch 1, skip 1 stitch, [slst, ch 3, slst] in next stitch, ch 1, 1 special slst as follows: insert between the two puff stitches of the 7th round (before the FPslst of the 8th round), yarn over and pull up a loop (2 loops on the hook), insert between the next two puff stitches of the 7th round, yarn over and pull through the stitch and both loops on the hook, ch 1. Repeat from * 4 more times. Fasten off. Close the round with sewing (image 7 and 8).

— Edge for the Tea Light :

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Continue with the edge for the tea light: Continue crocheting with crochet hook 2.5 mm. (I changed here to crochet hook 2.5 mm. I crochet rather tightly and with me it fits with this needle size then exactly for the tea light. If you crochet rather loosely, use a 2 mm needle here.) All stitches of this round are crocheted into the non-crocheted front loops of the 6th round.

Round 1 (edge) :

To do this, insert at one stitch of the 6th round, yarn over and pull up a loop, crochet ch 2. Crochet 1 dc into the same stitch (image 1). * Ch 1, skip 1 stitch, 1 puff st in next stitch (image 2), repeat from * 16 more times. Ch 1, join with slst in first stitch (image 3).

Round 2 (edge) :

[1 slst, ch 2, 1 dc] in first ch1-space, * ch 1, puff st in next ch1-space, repeat from * 16 more times. Ch 1, join with slst in first stitch.

Round 3 (edge) :

Ch 1, sc in first stitch, sc in next ch1-space, * sc in next stitch, sc in next ch1-space, repeat from * 16 more times. Fasten off. Close the round with sewing (image 1 bis 3).

— Basic Instructions :

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magic ring The magic ring is worked like the chain cast on, except the knot is not tightened (image 1 to 2). Then crochet chain 1, chain 2 or chain 3 and the corresponding number of stitches (see pattern) in the ring. When the round is complete, gently tug on the tail of the knot to tighten the center.

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chain stitch = ch Yarn over, pull yarn through stitch on hook.

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slip stitch = slst Insert hook into stitch or space indicated, yarn over, pull yarn through both loops on hook.

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single crochet = sc Insert hook into stitch or space indicated, yarn over, pull up a loop (2 loops on hook), yarn over, pull yarn through both loops on hook.

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double crochet = dc Yarn over, insert hook into stitch or space indicated, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook), * yarn over, pull yarn through 2 loops on hook; repeat from * once more.

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Front Post slip stitch (FPslst) Insert hook around the body of the stitch of the previous round (from front to back to front) (image 1), grab the yarn and pull it through the stitch and the loop on hook at once (image 2).

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puff stitch (puff st) Yarn over, insert hook into stitch or space indicated, pull the yarn through the stitch and pull it up a little (3 loops on hook) (image 1), yarn over, get the yarn another time as just described (you have 5 loops on your hook) (image 2), get the yarn and pull it through the first 4 loops (image 3), get the yarn and pull it through the last two loops on hook (image 4).

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Front Post puff stitch (FPpuff st) Yarn over, insert the hook around the body of the stitch of the previous round (from front to back to front) (image 1), pull the yarn through the stitch and pull it up a little (you have 3 loops on your hook) (image 2). Yarn over, get the yarn another time as just described (you have 5 loops on your hook) (image 3), get the yarn and pull it through the first 4 loops (image 4), get the yarn and pull it through the last two loops on hook (image 5).

Assembly Instructions

  • After completing round 9, fasten off and close the decorative round with sewing using a sewing needle as shown in the photos to secure the motif neatly.
  • Switch to crochet hook 2.5 mm for the edge and work all edge stitches into the non-crocheted front loops of round 6 so the tea light fits inside snugly.
  • Join and finish edge rounds by joining with a slip stitch in the first stitch of the round, fasten off, and weave in ends neatly with a sewing needle.
  • Place the LED tealight into the finished holder, ensuring the rim sits inside the dc row so the tealight remains stable and centered.
  • If necessary, adjust tension or try a 2.0 mm hook for the edge for a tighter fit around the LED tealight, then re-check placement and stability.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use the 3.0 mm hook for the main rounds and switch to 2.5 mm for the edge to achieve the correct fit for the LED tealight.
  • 💡Work the edge stitches into the non-crocheted front loops of round 6 as instructed to create a neat rim for the tea light.
  • 💡Do not close the decorative round after repeating the motif in round 8; the closure is done with the first slst of round 9 as described.
  • 💡Refer to the crochet diagram (page 8) for color-coded clarity when working round 9 and the special slst placements.

This LED Tealight Holder "Let it Snow" adds a handmade sparkle to your home decor. It works up quickly and beautifully using puff and front-post stitches to create a snowflake-like edge. Perfect for seasonal displays or thoughtful gifts — make a few in different colors to brighten every corner. 🕯️❄️

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished tealight holder measures approximately 11 cm in diameter as noted in the materials section when using the recommended yarn and hook sizes.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

You can use different yarn weights but this will affect the final size; if you change yarn weight, adjust your hook size accordingly and make a gauge swatch to check fit for an LED tealight.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate because it uses puff stitches and front post puff stitches; basic skills like magic ring, sc, dc and slip stitch are expected.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 2-3 hours, depending on experience and familiarity with puff and front-post techniques.