Holidays

Gift

A wrapped present with a bow on top and a ribbon down the front, a festive icon for the holidays and birthdays alike. The crossed ribbon keeps it clearly a gift on the grid. Open it in the editor to widen the box, change the bow, or line up a row of presents, then export to PDF or print a clean chart.

Grid
26 × 26
Difficulty
Beginner
Mesh count
676
Category
Holidays
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Skill level: beginner

If this is one of your earliest charts, you are in safe territory. The outline is bold and simple, so a small miscount rarely shows in the finished piece.

Yarn and hook

Work the gift in cotton thread for a delicate result, or in DK or worsted cotton on a larger hook for a cushion- or blanket-scale version that still holds the mesh open. Stick to one well-defined colour for the motif; the contrast between filled and open squares is what carries the design.

Project ideas

Whether you are making a festive table runner or a stocking, the gift drops in cleanly, ideal for a festive accent. Set it on its own, pair it with a matching motif, or run a row of them along an edge.

Who it's for

A gift panel makes a thoughtful handmade gift for a grandchild, and it fits naturally with Easter. Add a name or date in editable bitmap lettering to make it a one-of-a-kind keepsake.

Size, printing, and scaling

Expect roughly 6.5 by 6.5 inches at 4 mesh per inch. Drop to fine thread for a smaller piece, or move to worsted to scale it right up. Send the chart straight to print for a clean numbered grid, or resize and re-crop it in the editor first and export a PDF, PNG, or CSV.

Before you start

Hook
3.5–4.5 mm hook
Thread / yarn
DK or worsted-weight cotton
Finished size
6.5 × 6.5 in at 4 mesh/in
  • Print or export a numbered chart from the editor
  • Have your hook and thread or yarn ready
  • 26 rows, worked bottom to top

Learn the technique

How to Read a Filet Crochet Chart

New to charts? Learn exactly how to read this one square by square.

Gift filet crochet pattern — FAQ

Can a beginner crochet the gift pattern?
Yes. The gift is one of the more beginner-friendly charts here — it reads clearly and forgives the odd miscount. If you can work a double crochet and a chain, you can follow it.
What can I make with the gift pattern?
It works well as a festive centrepiece or a repeating seasonal band — think a tree-skirt panel or a seasonal throw, and it is a natural choice for a seasonal gathering.
Can I resize the gift chart?
Yes. Open it in the editor and change the grid dimensions, crop it, or tile it. Because every cell is a true block or open mesh, scaling never makes half-stitches.
What yarn works best for this gift chart?
Cotton is the usual choice: fine thread for a delicate gift, or DK and worsted cotton for a larger, cushion-weight piece. Mercerised cotton keeps the blocks especially crisp.
How many stitches is the gift pattern?
The chart is 26 by 26 squares — 676 mesh in total, about 160 of them filled. At 4 mesh per inch that finishes roughly 6.5 by 6.5 inches.

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