Crochet Tutorial: Woodland Christmas Market Lodge Diorama – Free Crochet Pattern.

This woodland Christmas market lodge diorama features a snowy round base, a cozy crochet market booth, a badger vendor in a red Santa hat, a fox visitor, a white bunny, a squirrel on a wooden sled, pine trees, a decorated Christmas tree, tiny gifts, pastries, mugs, garlands, a wreath, warm lights, and a snowy roof.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

Skill Level

This is an intermediate amigurumi and diorama pattern. A confident beginner can complete it by working slowly through each section. Most parts use simple stitches, but the lodge assembly, tiny accessories, and facial shaping need patience and careful pinning before sewing.

Main skills used: magic ring, single crochet, increases, decreases, working in rows, working in rounds, color changes, sewing, embroidery, and light shaping.
US crochet terms are used throughout.
Finished size: about 15 in wide, 11 in tall, and 8 in deep when made with worsted weight yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.

Materials

Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn in white, cream, tan, beige, medium brown, dark brown, gray, black, orange, rust, green, red, gold, and small amounts of blue and yellow.
3.0 mm crochet hook for animals, lodge panels, and accessories.
3.5 mm crochet hook for the snowy base and roof snow pieces.
Fiberfill stuffing.
Plastic canvas, thin cardboard, or foam board for stiffening the lodge walls, roof, counter, base circle, and sled.
8 mm black safety eyes for fox and bunny.
6 mm black safety eyes for squirrel and badger, or black embroidery thread.
Black, white, and pink embroidery thread.
Yarn needle, sewing pins, stitch markers, scissors, and hot glue or fabric glue if desired.
Optional: battery micro LED strand for the garland and Christmas tree.

Gauge and Tension

Gauge is not critical for this decorative project, but tight stitches are important. Use a hook small enough that stuffing does not show. For the sample scale, 6 sc and 7 rounds measure about 1 in. If your pieces grow larger, your lodge and animals will still work as long as all parts use the same yarn weight.

Abbreviations

MR: magic ring
ch: chain
sl st: slip stitch
sc: single crochet
hdc: half double crochet
dc: double crochet
inc: 2 sc in the same stitch
dec: invisible single crochet decrease
BLO: back loop only
FLO: front loop only
st: stitch
R: round or row
FO: fasten off

General Notes

Work amigurumi pieces in continuous rounds unless the pattern says to join.
Stuff heads, bodies, tails, and limbs firmly but not so tightly that the stitches stretch.
For flat panels, ch 1 and turn at the end of each row unless stated otherwise.
Use stitch markers on the first stitch of every round.
For a clean market lodge, block the flat crochet panels before sewing them around plastic canvas.
The image has a soft handmade texture. Do not over-stiffen the animals; only stiffen the lodge, counter, sled, and flat base.

Snowy Round Base

The base is a large white circle with a slightly raised edge. It supports the lodge, animals, pine trees, lamp post, gifts, sled, and decorated tree. Use a 3.5 mm hook and white yarn. Work in joined rounds for a flatter circle.

R1: MR, ch 1, 8 hdc in ring, sl st to first hdc. 8 sts.
R2: ch 1, inc hdc in each st around, sl st. 16 sts.
R3: ch 1, hdc 1, inc, repeat around, sl st. 24 sts.
R4: ch 1, hdc 2, inc, repeat around, sl st. 32 sts.
R5: ch 1, hdc 3, inc, repeat around, sl st. 40 sts.
R6: ch 1, hdc 4, inc, repeat around, sl st. 48 sts.
R7: ch 1, hdc 5, inc, repeat around, sl st. 56 sts.
R8: ch 1, hdc 6, inc, repeat around, sl st. 64 sts.
R9: ch 1, hdc 7, inc, repeat around, sl st. 72 sts.
R10: ch 1, hdc 8, inc, repeat around, sl st. 80 sts.
R11: ch 1, hdc 9, inc, repeat around, sl st. 88 sts.
R12: ch 1, hdc 10, inc, repeat around, sl st. 96 sts.
R13: ch 1, hdc 11, inc, repeat around, sl st. 104 sts.
R14: ch 1, hdc 12, inc, repeat around, sl st. 112 sts.
R15: ch 1, hdc 13, inc, repeat around, sl st. 120 sts.
R16: ch 1, hdc 14, inc, repeat around, sl st. 128 sts.
R17: ch 1, hdc 15, inc, repeat around, sl st. 136 sts.
R18: ch 1, hdc 16, inc, repeat around, sl st. 144 sts.
R19: ch 1, hdc 17, inc, repeat around, sl st. 152 sts.
R20: ch 1, hdc 18, inc, repeat around, sl st. 160 sts.
R21: ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st. 160 sts.
R22: BLO sc in each st around, sl st. 160 sts.
R23: sc in each st around, sl st, FO and weave in ends.

📌Thank you for reading the article

Base Stiffener

Cut a circle of foam board or plastic canvas slightly smaller than the crochet base. Sew or glue it underneath the base, leaving the outer crochet edge soft. This keeps the snowy scene flat while still allowing the rounded white crochet edge to look plush.

Gray Footprints

Make 10 small gray footprints and sew them in a curved trail across the front right side of the base, as shown in the image.

For each footprint: MR, 5 sc in ring, sl st to close, FO with a long tail.
Flatten each tiny circle into an oval while sewing.
Place the prints in pairs, about 0.5 in apart, curving from center front toward the Christmas tree.

Woodland Market Lodge

The lodge is the main structure. It has a tan back wall, two side posts, an open front, a deep counter, shelves filled with tiny market goods, a triangular roof, thick white snow on top, green garlands, red berries, gold lights, and a wreath under the roof peak.

Back Wall Panel

Use tan yarn and a 3.0 mm hook. This panel is rectangular at the bottom and shaped into a gable at the top.

R1: ch 55, sc in second ch from hook and across. 54 sts.
R2 to R28: sc across. 54 sts.
R29: dec, sc 50, dec. 52 sts.
R30: dec, sc 48, dec. 50 sts.
R31: dec, sc 46, dec. 48 sts.
R32: dec, sc 44, dec. 46 sts.
R33: dec, sc 42, dec. 44 sts.
R34: dec, sc 40, dec. 42 sts.
R35: dec, sc 38, dec. 40 sts.
R36: dec, sc 36, dec. 38 sts.
R37: dec, sc 34, dec. 36 sts.
R38: dec, sc 32, dec. 34 sts.
R39: dec, sc 30, dec. 32 sts.
R40: dec, sc 28, dec. 30 sts.
R41: dec, sc 26, dec. 28 sts.
R42: dec, sc 24, dec. 26 sts.
R43: dec, sc 22, dec. 24 sts.
R44: dec, sc 20, dec. 22 sts.
R45: dec, sc 18, dec. 20 sts.
R46: dec, sc 16, dec. 18 sts.
R47: dec, sc 14, dec. 16 sts.
R48: dec, sc 12, dec. 14 sts.
R49: dec, sc 10, dec. 12 sts.
R50: dec, sc 8, dec. 10 sts.
R51: dec, sc 6, dec. 8 sts.
R52: dec, sc 4, dec. 6 sts.
R53: dec, sc 2, dec. 4 sts.
R54: dec twice. 2 sts.
R55: dec. 1 st, FO.

Cut matching plastic canvas for the back wall. Whipstitch the crochet panel to the canvas using tan yarn. Keep the stitches neat because the back wall is visible behind the badger vendor.

Side Walls

Make two side walls in tan yarn. These create the depth of the stall and help hold the roof at the correct angle.

R1: ch 19, sc in second ch from hook and across. 18 sts.
R2 to R28: sc across. 18 sts.
FO, leaving a long sewing tail.

Stiffen each side wall with plastic canvas. Sew one side wall to each side of the back wall, keeping the bottom edges even. The side walls should project forward, making an open booth shape.

Front Counter

The front counter is cream on top and tan on the front. It sits across the lower front opening and hides the badger body below the chest.

Counter Top

With cream yarn, ch 49.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 48 sts.
R2 to R8: sc across. 48 sts.
FO, leaving a long tail.

Counter Front

With tan yarn, ch 49.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 48 sts.
R2 to R12: sc across. 48 sts.
R13: BLO sc across to create the lower ledge. 48 sts.
R14: sc across, FO.

Sew the counter top to the upper edge of the counter front at a right angle. Add a strip of plastic canvas inside the top and front. Sew the counter across the open front of the lodge, about 12 rows up from the base.

Brown Corner Posts

Make four chunky posts in medium brown. Two stand at the front corners, and two sit at the back edges inside the lodge.

R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3 to R28: sc around. 12 sts.
Stuff lightly, FO, and close the top.

📌Thank you for reading the article

Sew one post to each front side of the counter opening. Sew the back posts along the side wall seams. The posts should frame the market stall and make the roof appear supported.

Wood Texture Lines

Using dark brown yarn, embroider horizontal lines across the back wall every 4 rows. Make each line loose and slightly uneven so it looks like wooden boards. Add a few vertical short stitches on the side walls to create the handmade log-cabin look.

Roof and Snow Cap

The roof has two brown sloped panels with a thick white snowy layer on top. The white snow curves over the front edge and forms a rounded, soft winter roof like the image.

Brown Roof Panel, Make 2

With dark brown yarn, ch 57.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 56 sts.
R2 to R18: sc across. 56 sts.
R19: BLO sc across. 56 sts.
R20 to R22: sc across. 56 sts.
FO, leaving a long tail.

White Snow Roof Panel, Make 2

With white yarn and 3.5 mm hook, ch 59.
R1: hdc in third ch from hook and across. 57 sts.
R2 to R8: hdc across. 57 sts.
R9: sc 4, hdc 10, dc 10, hdc 10, sc 23. 57 sts.
R10: sc across, FO.

Sew one white snow panel on top of each brown roof panel, letting the white edge overhang the front and side edges by about 0.25 in. Sew the two roof panels together along one long edge to make a peak.

Roof Assembly

Place the roof over the lodge so the peak sits above the gable. Sew the lower roof edges to the top of the side walls and back gable. The snowy overhang should be visible from the front and should curve gently downward.

Garlands, Wreath, Lights, and Berries

Front Green Garland

With dark green yarn, ch 66.
R1: sc in second ch from hook, ch 2, sc in next st, repeat across to create a textured vine.
FO, leaving long tails.

Sew the garland along the front roof edge in a soft curve. Add small red berries and yellow lights after the garland is attached.

Side Garlands, Make 2

With dark green yarn, ch 24.
R1: sc in second ch from hook, ch 2, sc in next st, repeat across.
FO and sew one garland to each side of the lodge opening.

Red Berries

Make 18 berries: MR, 5 sc in red, sl st, FO.
Sew 8 berries on the roof garland, 4 on each side garland, and 6 around the Christmas tree.

Gold Light Dots

Make 12 gold dots: MR, 4 sc, sl st, FO.
Sew them along the roof garland and tree. If using micro LEDs, place the gold crochet dots around the bulbs.

Center Wreath

With green yarn, ch 12, sl st to first ch to form a ring.
R1: 24 sc around the chain ring, sl st.
R2: ch 1, sc, ch 2, sc in next st, repeat around, sl st, FO.
Add 6 red berry knots around the wreath.
With red yarn, ch 18, tie into a tiny bow, and sew it at the top of the wreath.

Sew the wreath under the roof peak on the front gable. It should sit centered above the badger and counter, with the red bow facing forward.

Interior Shelves and Market Goods

The booth interior has two small shelves filled with mugs, rolls, jars, gift boxes, and gingerbread decorations. These tiny pieces make the lodge look warm and busy. Sew all accessories securely so they do not fall when the diorama is moved.

📌Thank you for reading the article

Shelf Strip, Make 2

With medium brown yarn, ch 38.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 37 sts.
R2 to R3: sc across. 37 sts.
FO with a long tail.

Sew one shelf about 10 rows above the counter and the second shelf 8 rows above the first shelf. Keep them level. Add a thin piece of plastic canvas behind each shelf if you want stronger support.

Tiny Mugs, Make 4

With cream, blue, or tan yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: BLO sc around. 12 sts.
R4 to R5: sc around. 12 sts.
FO and flatten slightly.
Handle: ch 5, sl st into the same side of mug to form a loop.

Cinnamon Rolls, Make 5

With tan yarn, ch 16.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 15 sts.
FO, roll into a spiral, and sew through the base.
Add a dark brown embroidered spiral line on top.

Gift Boxes for Shelf, Make 3

With red, green, or gold yarn, MR, 4 sc. 4 sts.
R2: inc around. 8 sts.
R3: BLO sc around. 8 sts.
R4: sc around. 8 sts.
Stuff lightly.
R5: dec around. 4 sts, FO and close.
Wrap a contrasting yarn strand around the box and tie a tiny bow.

Gingerbread House Sign

With brown yarn, ch 11.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 10 sts.
R2 to R6: sc across. 10 sts.
R7: dec, sc 6, dec. 8 sts.
R8: dec, sc 4, dec. 6 sts.
R9: dec, sc 2, dec. 4 sts.
R10: dec twice. 2 sts, FO.

Use white yarn to embroider a tiny roof line, door, and windows. Sew the sign on the upper right inside wall, matching the small gingerbread decoration visible in the image.

Badger Vendor

The badger stands behind the market counter. Only the head, upper body, and arms are highly visible. The face is cream with black side stripes, a black nose, a black body, and a red Santa hat with a cream brim.

Badger Head

With cream yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: sc 2, inc, repeat around. 24 sts.
R5: sc 3, inc, repeat around. 30 sts.
R6: sc 4, inc, repeat around. 36 sts.
R7 to R12: sc around. 36 sts.
R13: sc 4, dec, repeat around. 30 sts.
R14: sc 3, dec, repeat around. 24 sts.
Insert 6 mm eyes between R9 and R10, 7 sts apart.
R15: sc 2, dec, repeat around. 18 sts.
Stuff firmly.
R16: sc 1, dec, repeat around. 12 sts.
R17: dec around. 6 sts, FO and close.

Badger Black Face Stripes

Make two black face patches. Sew them diagonally from the top outer forehead down toward the cheeks, leaving a cream stripe in the center.

With black yarn, ch 9.
R1: sc in second ch from hook, sc 6, 3 sc in last ch, continue on other side, sc 7. 17 sts.
R2: sc 7, inc 3, sc 7. 20 sts, FO.

📌Thank you for reading the article

Badger Muzzle

With cream yarn, MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: sc around. 12 sts, FO.

Sew the muzzle to the lower center of the face. Embroider a black oval nose over R2 of the muzzle and a short vertical mouth line below it.

Badger Body

With black yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: sc 2, inc, repeat around. 24 sts.
R5 to R12: sc around. 24 sts.
R13: sc 2, dec, repeat around. 18 sts.
Stuff lightly.
R14: sc 1, dec, repeat around. 12 sts, FO.

Badger Arms, Make 2

With black yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2 to R8: sc around. 6 sts.
Do not stuff. Flatten and FO.

Sew the head to the body. Sew arms to the sides. Place the badger behind the counter so the body is mostly hidden and the head appears centered in the booth opening.

Santa Hat

With red yarn, R1: MR, 4 sc. 4 sts.
R2: sc around. 4 sts.
R3: sc 1, inc, repeat twice. 6 sts.
R4: sc around. 6 sts.
R5: sc 2, inc, repeat twice. 8 sts.
R6: sc around. 8 sts.
R7: sc 3, inc, repeat twice. 10 sts.
R8: sc around. 10 sts.
R9: sc 4, inc, repeat twice. 12 sts.
R10: sc around. 12 sts.
R11: sc 5, inc, repeat twice. 14 sts.
R12: sc around. 14 sts.
R13: sc 6, inc, repeat twice. 16 sts.
R14: sc around. 16 sts.
R15: sc 7, inc, repeat twice. 18 sts.
R16: sc around. 18 sts.
Switch to cream yarn.
R17: FLO sc around. 18 sts.
R18: sc around, FO.

Make a cream pom-pom with MR, 6 sc, then dec to close, or use a small handmade yarn pom. Sew it to the tip of the hat. Sew the hat at a slight angle on the badger head.

Fox Visitor

The fox stands in front of the lodge wearing a green and cream scarf. It has a slim orange body, black paws, pointed ears, a white chest, a cream muzzle, and a thick orange tail with a cream tip.

Fox Body

With orange yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: sc 2, inc, repeat around. 24 sts.
R5 to R10: sc around. 24 sts.
R11: sc 6, dec, repeat 3 times. 21 sts.
R12: sc around. 21 sts.
R13: sc 5, dec, repeat 3 times. 18 sts.
R14: sc around. 18 sts.
R15: sc 4, dec, repeat 3 times. 15 sts.
Stuff firmly, FO.

Fox Head

With orange yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: sc 2, inc, repeat around. 24 sts.
R5: sc 3, inc, repeat around. 30 sts.
R6 to R11: sc around. 30 sts.
R12: sc 3, dec, repeat around. 24 sts.
Insert 8 mm eyes between R8 and R9, 7 sts apart.
R13: sc 2, dec, repeat around. 18 sts.
R14: sc 1, dec, repeat around. 12 sts.
Stuff firmly.
R15: dec around. 6 sts, FO and close.

Fox Muzzle

With cream yarn, ch 6.
R1: sc in second ch from hook, sc 3, 3 sc in last ch, work along other side, sc 3, inc. 12 sts.
R2: inc, sc 3, inc 3, sc 3, inc 2. 18 sts.
R3: sc around. 18 sts, FO.

📌Thank you for reading the article

Sew the muzzle low on the fox face. Embroider a black triangular nose at the tip and a short mouth line downward.

Fox Ears, Make 2

With orange yarn, R1: MR, 4 sc. 4 sts.
R2: sc 1, inc, repeat twice. 6 sts.
R3: sc 2, inc, repeat twice. 8 sts.
R4: sc 3, inc, repeat twice. 10 sts.
R5: sc around. 10 sts, FO.

Flatten the ears. Add a smaller cream triangle with embroidery or a tiny crocheted patch. Sew ears to the top of the head, angled outward.

Fox Arms, Make 2

With black yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: sc around. 6 sts.
Switch to orange yarn.
R3 to R10: sc around. 6 sts.
Stuff lightly at the paw only, flatten, FO.

Fox Legs, Make 2

With black yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: sc around. 12 sts.
Switch to orange yarn.
R4 to R7: sc around. 12 sts.
Stuff lightly, FO.

Fox Tail

With cream yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 9 sts.
R3: sc around. 9 sts.
Switch to orange yarn.
R4: sc 2, inc, repeat around. 12 sts.
R5: sc 3, inc, repeat around. 15 sts.
R6 to R12: sc around. 15 sts.
R13: sc 3, dec, repeat around. 12 sts.
R14: sc 2, dec, repeat around. 9 sts.
Stuff, FO, leaving a long tail.

Sew the tail to the back of the fox body so it curves toward one side and rests close to the snow. Sew the head to the body, then add arms and legs.

Fox Scarf

With green yarn, ch 36.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 35 sts.
Switch to cream yarn.
R2: sc across. 35 sts, FO.

Wrap the scarf around the fox neck. Add two short red yarn strands as tassels at each end.

White Bunny Visitor

The bunny stands to the right of the fox, facing the market booth. It is cream-white with tall ears, small black eyes, a simple stitched nose, and a colorful striped scarf.

Bunny Body

With cream yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: sc 2, inc, repeat around. 24 sts.
R5 to R11: sc around. 24 sts.
R12: sc 2, dec, repeat around. 18 sts.
R13 to R14: sc around. 18 sts.
R15: sc 1, dec, repeat around. 12 sts.
Stuff firmly, FO.

Bunny Head

With cream yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: sc 2, inc, repeat around. 24 sts.
R5: sc 3, inc, repeat around. 30 sts.
R6 to R12: sc around. 30 sts.
Insert eyes between R8 and R9, 6 sts apart.
R13: sc 3, dec, repeat around. 24 sts.
R14: sc 2, dec, repeat around. 18 sts.
R15: sc 1, dec, repeat around. 12 sts.
Stuff firmly.
R16: dec around. 6 sts, FO and close.

Bunny Ears, Make 2

With cream yarn, R1: MR, 5 sc. 5 sts.
R2: inc around. 10 sts.
R3 to R13: sc around. 10 sts.
R14: sc 3, dec, repeat twice. 8 sts.
R15: sc around. 8 sts.
Do not stuff. Flatten and FO.

Sew the ears upright on top of the head, slightly leaning toward each other. The ears should be tall and soft, matching the sweet bunny shape in the image.

Bunny Arms, Make 2

With cream yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2 to R9: sc around. 6 sts.
Flatten and FO.

Bunny Legs, Make 2

With cream yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3 to R5: sc around. 12 sts.
Stuff lightly and FO.

Bunny Tail

With cream yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: sc around. 12 sts.
R4: dec around. 6 sts, FO.

Bunny Scarf

With red yarn, ch 38.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 37 sts.
Change colors every 5 sts using green, gold, cream, and red for a striped look.
FO and add small tassels.

Embroider a small gray or pink nose between the eyes. Sew the head to the body, then sew on arms, legs, and tail. Wrap the scarf snugly around the neck.

Squirrel on Wooden Sled

The squirrel sits on the left front side of the snowy base. It has a warm brown body, rounded ears, a pale belly, a large curled tail, and a tiny teddy bear. The sled is made with two runners and a flat seat.

Squirrel Body

With medium brown yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: sc 2, inc, repeat around. 24 sts.
R5 to R11: sc around. 24 sts.
R12: sc 2, dec, repeat around. 18 sts.
R13: sc around. 18 sts.
R14: sc 1, dec, repeat around. 12 sts.
Stuff and FO.

Squirrel Head

With medium brown yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: sc 2, inc, repeat around. 24 sts.
R5 to R10: sc around. 24 sts.
Insert 6 mm eyes between R7 and R8, 5 sts apart.
R11: sc 2, dec, repeat around. 18 sts.
R12: sc 1, dec, repeat around. 12 sts.
Stuff firmly.
R13: dec around. 6 sts, FO and close.

Squirrel Muzzle and Belly

Muzzle: with beige yarn, MR, 6 sc, inc around to 12 sts, FO.
Belly: with beige yarn, ch 7, sc in second ch from hook, sc 4, 3 sc in last ch, work other side, sc 4, inc. 14 sts. FO.

Sew the muzzle to the lower face and embroider a small dark brown nose. Sew the belly patch onto the front of the body before attaching the head.

Squirrel Ears, Make 2

With medium brown yarn, MR, 6 sc.
R2: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 9 sts.
R3: sc around. 9 sts, FO.

Squirrel Arms and Legs

Arms, make 2: MR 6 sc, sc around for 6 rounds, flatten, FO.
Legs, make 2: MR 6 sc, inc around to 12 sts, sc around for 3 rounds, stuff lightly, FO.

Large Curled Tail

With medium brown yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 9 sts.
R3: sc 2, inc, repeat around. 12 sts.
R4 to R18: sc around. 12 sts.
R19: sc 2, dec, repeat around. 9 sts.
R20 to R24: sc around. 9 sts.
Stuff lightly as you go.
FO, leaving a very long sewing tail.

Curve the tail into a large spiral against the squirrel’s back. Sew through the curl in several places so it keeps the rounded shape. The tail should rise higher than the head and curve downward near the sled.

Wooden Sled Seat

With tan yarn, ch 19.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 18 sts.
R2 to R6: sc across. 18 sts.
FO and stiffen with plastic canvas.

Sled Runners, Make 2

With dark brown yarn, ch 24.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 23 sts.
R2: sc 18, ch 5, sl st back along the 5 ch, sc 5 across the runner, FO.

Sew runners under the sled seat. Curve the front ends upward. Add two short crossbars with ch 12, sc across, FO, and sew them across the runners. Sew the squirrel on top of the sled.

Tiny Teddy Bear

Head: with beige yarn, MR 6, inc around to 12, sc 2 rounds, dec around, FO.
Body: MR 6, inc around to 12, sc 3 rounds, dec around, FO.
Ears: make 2, MR 5 sc, FO.
Arms and legs: make 4, MR 5 sc, sc 1 round, FO.

Sew the teddy together and place it in the squirrel’s arms. Add two tiny black embroidered eyes and a small brown nose.

Snowy Pine Trees

The diorama has several pine trees behind the animals and around the lodge. Make two tall trees, two medium trees, and one smaller tree. Each tree is built from stacked green cones with white snowy scallops.

Tall Pine Tree, Make 2

With dark green yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: sc around. 6 sts.
R3: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 9 sts.
R4: sc around. 9 sts.
R5: sc 2, inc, repeat around. 12 sts.
R6: sc around. 12 sts.
R7: sc 3, inc, repeat around. 15 sts.
R8: sc around. 15 sts.
R9: sc 4, inc, repeat around. 18 sts.
R10: sc around. 18 sts.
R11: sc 5, inc, repeat around. 21 sts.
R12: sc around. 21 sts.
R13: sc 6, inc, repeat around. 24 sts.
R14: sc around. 24 sts, FO.

Medium Pine Tree, Make 2

Work R1 to R10 of the tall pine tree only, ending with 18 sts.
FO and stuff lightly.

Small Pine Tree

Work R1 to R8 of the tall pine tree only, ending with 15 sts.
FO and stuff lightly.

Snow Layers for Trees

For each tree, attach white yarn to a front loop around R5, R8, R11, and R14 where available. Work the snow trim as follows: sc in one stitch, hdc in next, dc in next, hdc in next, sc in next, repeat around. FO and weave in ends.

Sew tall trees behind the lodge on both sides. Place medium trees near the left lamp post and right side of the booth. Sew the small tree near the front right Christmas tree area.

Decorated Christmas Tree

The decorated tree sits on the front right side. It is shorter and rounder than the background pines, with red balls, gold ornaments, a yellow topper, a red garland strand, and tiny glowing dots.

Tree Cone

With dark green yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: sc around. 6 sts.
R3: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 9 sts.
R4: sc around. 9 sts.
R5: sc 2, inc, repeat around. 12 sts.
R6: sc around. 12 sts.
R7: sc 3, inc, repeat around. 15 sts.
R8: sc around. 15 sts.
R9: sc 4, inc, repeat around. 18 sts.
R10: sc around. 18 sts.
R11: sc 5, inc, repeat around. 21 sts.
R12: sc around. 21 sts.
R13: sc 6, inc, repeat around. 24 sts.
R14: sc around. 24 sts.
R15: sc 7, inc, repeat around. 27 sts.
R16: sc around. 27 sts, FO.

Tree Garland

With red yarn, ch 52.
Sl st in second ch from hook and across.
FO and wrap around the tree in a gentle spiral.

Tree Ornaments

Red ornaments, make 5: MR, 5 sc, sl st, FO.
Gold ornaments, make 5: MR, 5 sc, sl st, FO.
Yellow topper: MR 5 sc, sc around, dec to close, FO.

Sew ornaments evenly around the tree. Sew the topper at the point. Place the decorated tree to the front right of the lodge with two stacked presents beside it.

Gift Boxes

The image shows red, green, cream, and gold gifts around the lodge and Christmas tree. Make several sizes so the front scene looks full and festive.

Large Rectangular Gift

With red yarn, ch 9.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 8 sts.
R2 to R6: sc across. 8 sts.
Work 1 round of sc evenly around the rectangle. FO.
Make a second rectangle the same way.
Make side strip: ch 25, sc in second ch from hook and across. 24 sts. Work 3 rows.
Sew the strip between the two rectangles, stuffing lightly before closing.

Small Square Gift

With green or gold yarn, R1: MR, 4 sc. 4 sts.
R2: inc around. 8 sts.
R3: BLO sc around. 8 sts.
R4 to R6: sc around. 8 sts.
Stuff lightly.
R7: dec around. 4 sts, FO and close.

Wrap each gift with a contrasting yarn strand vertically and horizontally. Tie a small bow on top. Place one red gift and one cream gift near the Christmas tree. Place two more gifts near the right side of the counter.

Lamp Post

The lamp post stands on the left side of the snowy base. It has a brown post, a small black lantern frame, and a warm yellow light center.

Lamp Post Pole

With dark brown yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2 to R32: sc around. 6 sts.
Insert a pipe cleaner or thin floral wire if desired.
Stuff very lightly, FO.

Lamp Base

With gray yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: BLO sc around. 18 sts.
R5: dec around until closed, FO.

Lantern

With yellow yarn, ch 7.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 6 sts.
R2 to R5: sc across. 6 sts, FO.
With black yarn, embroider a border around the yellow square.
Make top handle: ch 8, attach to top corners of lantern.

Sew the pole to the gray base. Sew a short black chain from the pole top to the lantern. Attach the lamp post to the left front side of the base near the squirrel sled.

Gingerbread House Display

A small gingerbread house sits on the left side of the counter. It has a brown body, white icing roof, tiny windows, and a door. This piece adds a handmade bakery-market feeling.

House Body

With brown yarn, ch 13.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 12 sts.
R2 to R8: sc across. 12 sts.
R9: dec, sc 8, dec. 10 sts.
R10: dec, sc 6, dec. 8 sts.
R11: dec, sc 4, dec. 6 sts.
R12: dec, sc 2, dec. 4 sts.
R13: dec twice. 2 sts, FO.

Icing Roof

With white yarn, ch 16.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 15 sts.
R2 to R4: sc across. 15 sts, FO.

Fold the white roof strip over the top point of the house and sew it down. Embroider small windows, a door, roof icing lines, and tiny heart details using white yarn.

Market Basket

A green basket with red handles sits on the right side near the bunny and gifts. It holds small balls, rolled yarn, or market treats.

With green yarn, ch 15.
R1: sc in second ch from hook and across. 14 sts.
R2 to R6: sc across. 14 sts.
Work 1 round of sc evenly around the rectangle. 40 sts approximately.
R8: BLO sc around. 40 sts.
R9 to R12: sc around. 40 sts.
FO and shape into a shallow basket.

Make two red handles: ch 14, sl st back across, FO. Sew one handle on each side of the basket. Fill it with three tiny balls: MR 6, inc to 12, sc around, dec to close.

Counter Cakes and Pastries

The image includes stacked sweets on the counter and shelves. Add these small pieces after the lodge is built so you can place them naturally.

Round Cake

With tan yarn, MR, 6 sc. 6 sts.
R2: inc around. 12 sts.
R3: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: BLO sc around. 18 sts.
R5: sc around. 18 sts.
R6: sc 1, dec, repeat around. 12 sts.
Stuff lightly.
R7: dec around. 6 sts, FO.

Striped Market Rolls

Make 6 small rolls by crocheting ch 10, sc across, then rolling the strip tightly.
Use tan for bread and dark brown for cinnamon lines.
Sew rolls to shelves or place them in the green basket.

Small Red Bows

Use these bows on the wreath, presents, basket, and garland.

With red yarn, ch 10.
Sl st in second ch from hook and across. 9 sts.
FO, leaving tails.
Fold the strip into two loops and wrap the tails around the center 3 times.
Tie securely and sew in place.

Assembly Layout

Place all pieces before sewing. The lodge sits at the back center of the snowy base. The roof should almost touch the upper edge of the diorama when viewed from the front. The booth counter faces forward, and the badger stands directly behind it.

Sew or glue the lodge to the back center of the snow base.
Attach tall pine trees behind the lodge on the left and right sides.
Place the lamp post on the left front side.
Sew the squirrel sled in front of the lamp post, angled slightly toward the lodge.
Place the fox near the center front, facing the counter.
Place the bunny to the right of the fox, also facing the booth.
Attach the decorated Christmas tree to the front right edge.
Add gifts near the Christmas tree and near the right side of the lodge.
Sew the green basket beside the bunny.
Arrange mugs, rolls, cakes, and the gingerbread house inside the booth and on the counter.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Pin every character before sewing. The fox should stand with the tail balancing it from behind. The bunny should lean forward slightly as if greeting the vendor. The squirrel should sit low on the sled with the curled tail visible from the front.

Embroider fox eyebrows with dark brown yarn if desired.
Add a tiny white highlight stitch near each eye for a lively expression.
Use black yarn for all noses, except the bunny, which can have a pale pink or gray nose.
Sew scarves after the heads are attached so they sit naturally around the necks.
Trim loose yarn ends only after the entire scene is complete.

Care Notes

This diorama is decorative and not intended for babies or pets because it includes small sewn accessories, stiffeners, and optional lights. Keep it on a shelf, table, or holiday display area where the pieces will not be pulled or crushed.

Spot clean only with a slightly damp cloth.
Do not machine wash because the lodge and base contain stiffening material.
Keep away from candles, fireplaces, and heat sources.
If using lights, choose battery-operated micro LEDs only.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

The snowy base lies flat and the edge is smooth.
The lodge is centered and firmly attached.
The roof snow overhangs both sides evenly.
The wreath is centered under the roof peak.
The badger is visible behind the counter.
The fox, bunny, and squirrel are securely sewn to the base.
The lamp post stands straight.
All gifts, pastries, mugs, berries, lights, and bows are attached.
The gray footprints curve across the front snow area.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Dust the diorama gently with a soft brush. For small stains, dab with cool water and a mild soap solution, then blot dry with a towel. Avoid soaking any part of the lodge, roof, sled, or base because internal stiffeners may bend.

Store the finished crochet scene in a large box with tissue paper around the trees and roof. Do not compress the animals or garlands. If the roof snow flattens during storage, reshape it by hand and allow it to rest upright for a few hours.