If you’ve ever scrolled through Instagram and admired those cosy, handcrafted Christmas trees popping up in European town squares, you’ll understand the spark behind Greyton’s newest festive idea.

The project has grown out of the knitting and crochet group connected to Ribbons and Roses in the Greyt Oak Centre. The group meets every Tuesday morning at 10:30, with no joining fee, no age limit, and no skill level required — just availability on a Tuesday and a sense of humour.

“A two-metre tree is a big project,” says Glenda Lazenby. “By opening it to the whole village — residents, visitors, and schoolchildren — we create excitement, pride, and a sense of shared ownership.”

Those keen to contribute can knit or crochet 14 cm x 14 cm squares in Christmas themed colours. Squares can be dropped off at Ribbons and Roses anytime between now and the end of October 2026.

“We decided to keep it for future years, raising funds again and again,” says Glenda. “Maybe we’ll add lights, decorations, even baby trees around town. Who knows? It could become a new Greyton institution.”

One stitch at a time, it already is.