The Ugly Christmas Sweater used to be considered a fashion faux pas, as its name suggests. But now it is an increasingly popular trend. Tacky, funny, brightly colored, maybe even cheeky, but definitely not ugly if worn at the right time.
What are the hallmarks of the Ugly Christmas Sweater?
Typical of the Ugly Christmas Sweater is the abundant use of Christmas patterns, mostly in red, green and blue. There are a variety of common patterns for funny Christmas sweaters: comical depictions of snowmen, reindeer and Christmas trees, animals with Santa hats, snowmen, dancing elves, as well as any kind of pompom and felt appliqués. Everything is allowed! The main thing is that your Ugly Sweater is eye-catching for Christmas, brings festive cheer and makes people smile.
Another thing to note about the Ugly Christmas Sweater is that it is loved by all: No matter what age, men, women and children alike are happy to put aside their more formal wardrobe and wrap up in a cozy Christmas sweater instead. And it doesn't get any better than sitting in front of a crackling fireplace with the family in your festive attire or even having a crazy Ugly Christmas Sweater party with your friends. The Ugly Christmas Sweater has become a major trend!
Making Your Own Christmas Sweater
Ugly Christmas Sweaters can be more than just funny. A hand-knitted Christmas sweater can also be quite endearing, like Mark Darcy's in the film "Bridget Jones's Diary". Get creative with your pattern. We have some ideas to help you make your very own Christmas sweater. Choose from one of our lovely motifs: Winter birds with red berries, a Christmas tree on a black background, a cute reindeer or Santa Claus with a red pointed hat.
Your handmade Christmas sweater will become more and more cozy and become a firm favorite with each passing year. Ugly Xmas Sweaters will never go out of fashion, making them a highly sustainable item. Have a look at our easy two-tone Christmas patterns that are also great for beginners. You just have to take special care to knit with an even tension when working two yarns. Here is how to make your own Ugly Christmas Sweater:
Pattern key:
X - Knit in contrasting color
Wunderlabel Knitting Pattern 1 - Scandinavian Circle
Wunderlabel Knitting Pattern 2 - Bear
Wunderlabel Knitting Pattern 3 - Paws
Wunderlabel Knitting Pattern 4 - Reindeer
You can also combine several patterns and create a unique Christmas pattern. Experienced knitters can try out multi-colored patterns. With so many colors and patterns at your disposal, you'll be able to use your creativity to the maximum.
Ugly Christmas Sweater as a present
These adorable sweaters can make wonderful gifts for family and friends, especially if they are personalized. For the perfect finishing touch to your Ugly Christmas Sweater, embellish it with one of our labels. For beautiful gift wrapping, design custom stickers with either your text and up to 3 symbols or with your own logo. And don't forget to add a laundry label to your Ugly Christmas Sweater to make sure it is washed properly.
