I think cables can make anything look classy. You can find them on a wide array of products. If you are looking for a holiday project that will last for years to come, look at making a tree skirt.
There are many different styles and sizes to choose from. My favourite is the cable knit tree skirt. Not only does it look classy, but most patterns will fit in well with any type of decor.

9 Cable Knit Tree Skirt Patterns to make before the holidays
Below are 9 cable knit tree skirt patterns. I have included both free knitting patterns and paid patterns. Some skirts are knit in the round, and others are knit on straight needles.
1. Cable Knit Christmas Tree Skirt by JuliettePecautDesign
Create an elegant and cosy atmosphere with this classy tree skirt. It has a simple cabled motif that draws the eye. The skirt works up quickly using chunky wool. Use a muted colour for a minimalistic vibe, or make it with a bright fun colour.
This cable knit tree skirt is knit flat in wedges. After all the wedges are made, they are seamed to create the skirt. An i-cord bind off is used to create neat edges. You will need to know cables, mattress stitch, I-cord bind off, and picking up stitches.

Find the Pattern by JuliettePecautDesign HERE
2. Cable Knit Christmas Tree Skirt by Ann V. Gallentine
If you are searching for a cable knit tree skirt pattern that is not knit in the round, this one is for you. The skirt is made up of 7 sections that are sewed together. It is a simple and quick knitting project.
Each section of the skirt has cables running along each side. The tree skirt can be made larger or smaller by either increasing or decreasing the number of rows.

Find the Pattern by Ann V. Gallentine Here
3. Cable Tree Skirt Knitting Pattern by 1StitchMore
Here is a lovely hand knit cable tree skirt pattern. The skirt would work perfectly with any decor. 8 different cable patterns run from the top to the bottom. It has a circular shape that is created by short row panels.
Included in this PDF download are instructions for 2 sizes. The small tree skirt measures approximately 42 inches (106.68 cm) and the large is 56 inches (142.24 cm).

Find the Pattern by 1StitchMore Here
4. Celtic Christmas Tree Skirt Knitting Pattern by KnittinginthePark
This tree skirt works well with artificial trees. It has a turtleneck design that eliminates the gap, hiding the base and stand.
The Celtic Christmas Tree Skirt is a smaller skirt. However, you can make it bigger by knitting the stockinette section longer than what the pattern calls for. Once blocked, the cable knit tree skirt will measure about 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter.

Find the Pattern by KnittinginthePark Here
5. Cable Tree Skirt Knitting Pattern by EastCoastYarnCo
Not all tree skirts are round. This lovely cable knit tree skirt is square with rounded corners. The cable details give it a classic look that will go with any decor.
To complete this intermediate level knitting pattern, you will need to know cable knitting, left stitch increasing, and right stitch increasing. The tree skirt is knit with #6 super bulky yarn, 12 mm circular needles, and a cable needle.

Find the Pattern by EastCoastYarnCo Here
6. Forest for a Tree Skirt Knitting Pattern by SettlersGrove
This large cable knit tree skirt provides loads of space for your gifts. There are cable knit evergreens circling two of the panels.
The cable knit tree skirt pattern is suitable for an intermediate level knitter. It uses a variety of stitches that keep the project interesting. The finished tree skirt will have a radius of 28 inches (71.12 cm) from the outer edge to the inner edge

Find the Pattern by SettlersGrove Here
7. Tannenbaum Cable Tree Skirt Knitting Pattern by Knit Picks
The Tannenbaum Tree Skirt is ideal for tall pencil trees decorated in classic holiday decor. It is a small skirt that measures approximately 27 inches (68.58 cm) in diameter. The Tannenbaum Tree Skirt could easily become a timeless heirloom.
Knit in super bulky yarn using the garter stitch, this eye-catching skirt works up quickly. It is knit in a single piece and worked flat from the outside inward. The unique octagonal shape is made with decreases along the edges of each triangular panel.

Find the Pattern by Knit Picks Here
8. Cherry Cordial Cable Knit Christmas Tree Skirt Pattern by Berroco
The Cherry Cordial tree skirt has a gorgeous cable design. It is knit with Berroco Macro and supersized needles, making it a quick project. It would look beautiful knit in any colour.
The cable knit tree skirt is knit from the centre out. Finished, the skirt will measure close to 45 inches (114.3 cm) in diameter. It is knit on 15 mm circular knitting needles.

Find the Pattern by Berroco HERE
9. Silent Night Cable Knit Christmas Tree Skirt Pattern by Berocco
Use this cable knit tree skirt pattern to make a tree skirt or a poncho. The completed tree skirt will measure about 36 inches (91.44 cm) across. To make a poncho, simply leave out one of the sections.
You will not have to worry about this tree skirt pulling away from the base of your tree. It is held in place with buttons. It is knitted on 6 mm circular knitting needles.

Find the Pattern by Berocco HERE
Add a special touch to your decor this year with a handmade cable knit tree skirt.
Christmas tree skirts simply enhance the look of a decorated Christmas tree. Share us which one you made by posting a picture of your finished tree skirts on our Facebook Page.
Here are our Favourite Crochet Christmas Pattern Lists
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- Christmas Tree Knitting Patterns
Christmas will be here before you know it. So, what are you waiting for? Get started on your new cable knit tree skirt now.