30+ Crochet Christmas Ornament Patterns - Modern + Easy

How wonderful would it be to fill your Christmas tree with handmade crochet ornaments this year?

This list of the best free crochet Christmas ornament patterns will help you trim your tree with snowflakes, garland, stars, and crochet baubles that will impress even Rudolph.

Crochet Christmas tree ornament patterns

I love how handmade Christmas decorations can hold special significance when you pull them out of the garage or crawl space each season.

Plus working on your own crochet ornaments is a perfect excuse to play Christmas music in early November, right?

Whether you're looking for a Santa Claus, angel or snowflake ornament pattern, we've got you covered. This list also includes easy crochet Christmas ornaments that make great beginner projects, like the classic stars or the crochet mini stocking pattern.

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Crochet Christmas Ornament Patterns to Try

The free Christmas ornament crochet patterns in this collection are organized by category so you can easily find your perfect pattern. Here are some of the types of projects you'll find in this list:

• Crochet Christmas tree patterns

• Victorian crochet Christmas ornaments

• Mini Christmas stocking patterns

• Classic ball ornaments
  
• Adorable crochet gnomes

Helpful Crochet Supplies

When you're thinking about how to crochet a Christmas ornament, you'll want to have all the right supplies. Here are some materials you'll want to have available (in addition to yarn, of course).

• Crochet hook - your gauge won't matter as much with ornaments, but you'll want the right size hook for the yarn you're using

• Tapestry needle - for weaving in ends and possibly joining pieces together

• Stitch markers - for marking your place or preventing your live loop from unraveling
  
• Fiber fill - for stuffing any 3D parts of amigurumi ornaments

Some optional supplies that can be really fun to add to crochet Christmas ornaments include jingle bells, pom poms, buttons and leather accents. I also really love to attach a special gift tag when giving a handmade gift.

How to Choose Christmas Ornament Crochet Patterns

Often our success with a crochet project has to do with choosing the right pattern to begin with. When you're looking through this list of crochet ornament ideas, here are a few things to keep in mind:

The Best Yarn for Crochet Tree Ornaments

Christmas ornaments can be crocheted with almost any yarn. You may even choose to substitute a different weight yarn from what the pattern calls for to make the ornament bigger or smaller.

I often reach for Lion Brand Basic Stitch or Vanna's Choice for crochet projects like this because both come in a wide variety of vibrant colors.

Sometimes choosing an alternate fiber can add a lot of charm and character to your crochet ornaments though. Consider using jute or dollar store twine to give your Christmas ornaments more of a farmhouse style.

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Free Crochet Christmas Ornament Patterns

Below you'll find our absolute favorite crochet ornament patterns. Grab your hook and let's make the most of the holiday season!

Christmas Baubles

There's nothing quite as festive or classic as a great ball or bauble ornament. Crocheting your own allows you to customize the color scheme and add loads of interesting texture.

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Boho Crochet Christmas Baubles

Use vibrant folk colors or traditional red and green to make these bright and cheerful crochet baubles to decorate your tree! If you love decorating in bold colors with handmade touches and a bit of nostalgia, then this easy Christmas crochet pattern will fit perfectly with your style.

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Christmas Crochet Baubles Pattern

These sweet and simple crochet baubles are made with 4 ply yarn, but you can substitute any weight yarn to vary the scale and texture of your ornaments.

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Crochet Bauble Free Pattern

If you have a lot of scrap yarn laying around, you'll love this one. This free Christmas ornament crochet pattern is easy, works up quickly, and you can make it with any medium weight yarn in your stash.

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Christmas Traditions Ornament Free Crochet Pattern

This easy crochet Christmas Ornament pattern is a great scrap busting project that can be worked in one hour or less. First, you'll crochet a granny circle and then attached to a metal ring in the final round. These would be adorable used as gift wrap "bows" that can then be hung on the tree. PHOTO CREDIT: Rich Textures Crochet

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Easy Patterns for Beginners

While there are many easy ornament patterns in this list, the following are a few that are great if you're fairly new to crochet. You may also enjoy turning easy amigurumi projects into ornaments by adding a tree hanger.

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Tasseled Spinner Ornament Pattern

This unique crochet spinner ornament would look beautiful hanging on your mantle or Christmas tree! It's quick to make and is super easy, especially for beginners. Because you'll only need a small amount of yarn, it is a great scrap yarn project. PHOTO CREDIT: richtexturescrochet.com

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Free Crochet Star Ornament Pattern

These are a fun crochet Christmas ornament for beginners because they are made with only two rounds. That's it! Have fun experimenting different weights and textures of yarn for this crochet start ornament.

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Itty Bitty Crochet Mini Stocking Pattern

If crocheting a full size stocking is too much for you, try these crochet mini stockings instead! This free pattern uses all the same techniques to crochet adorable little socks that can be uses as ornaments, garland or gift card holders.

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Easy Crochet Paw Print Ornament

This fun paw print crochet Christmas tree ornament pattern will make the perfect gift this year for any dog or cat lover! Include your furry friends in your holiday traditions with this quick pattern. PHOTO CREDIT: Simply Hooked by Janet

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Ornaments to Gift

If you're trying to figure out what to crochet for the co-workers, teachers, neighbors or coaches, these ornaments are fun and easy to personalize.

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Crochet Gnome Ornament Pattern

In some Christmas traditions, a gnome visits the homes of good children on Christmas Eve and brings them presents. If you want to add some Nordic magic to your holiday home décor, crochet your own gnome using this free pattern.

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Winter Ornaments Crochet Patterns

These crochet Winter ornaments are a beautiful project to make for the Holidays! Besides home decor, they also will make cute small gifts for your friends and family no matter what winter holiday they celebrate. These two crochet Christmas Ornament pattern in a “Let it Snow!” theme will bring some white winter to your homes! PHOTO CREDIT: Golden Lucy Crafts

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Customizable Crochet Snowglobe Ornament for Beginners

Using beginner skills you can crochet your own snow globe with this quick pattern. What makes this crochet pattern extra fun is that you can add your own photo inside making this the perfect crochet gift for grandparents and family.

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Crochet Ribbon Christmas Tree Pattern

Here is a quick and easy Christmas crochet pattern for beginners to deck your halls (or tree). For an even faster ribbon tree ornament, swap out the crocheted balls for pre-made pom poms. PHOTO CREDIT: Poppy and Bliss

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Angel Ornament Patterns

Crochet Christmas angels have been a holiday staple for a long time. These free crochet angel patterns will add classic touch to your tree this year.

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Modern Crochet Angel Pattern

This crochet Christmas angel is made with simple shapes for a minimalist, modern look. Use up small scraps while following this fun, detailed tutorial.

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Simple Circle Angel Crochet Ornament Pattern

This crochet angel pattern is a great project for beginners who would like to make something handmade for their Christmas tree! With just four quick rounds for the body and some simple assembly, you'll have a Christmas angel in no time.

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Simple Crochet Angels - a free ornament pattern

This timeless crochet angel pattern is a perfect choice to crochet for small hostess, teacher or coach gifts this Christmas. These call for sport weight yarn, but you can choose a thicker weight to crochet a larger angel.

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Snowflake Ornaments

Crochet snowflakes some of the most beautiful qualities about crochet AND snow and combine them into delicate, timeless Christmas ornaments.

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Vintage Snowflake Flower Pattern

This dainty, free crochet pattern for “snowflakes” (which are really flowers), will add a touch of vintage charm to your tree or gifts this holiday season. The snowflake flowers made cute gift tag embellishments and can be made larger or smaller depending on your hook size and yarn weight. PHOTO CREDIT: Kirsten Holloway Designs

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Delicate Crochet Snowflake Ornament

This gorgeous crochet snowflake pattern captures timeless Christmas magic. Crochet a few this year and enjoy them for decades to come. PHOTO CREDIT: Jessica Wifall

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Vintage Ornament Patterns

Looking for some Christmas nostalgia? These vintage-inspired patterns will remind you of times gone by.

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Vintage Crochet Christmas Star Pattern

Crocheting your own Christmas ornaments makes decorating your tree even more fulfilling. Use these simple crochet star ornaments to add a handmade touch to your tree or use them to make a garland for your mantle. PHOTO CREDIT: The New Crochet

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Christmas Tree Garland

Crocheted Christmas garland patterns are perfect to add a handmade touch to you holiday home decor and can sometimes be enjoyed long after Christmas is over.

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Unique Crochet Christmas Tree Garland Pattern

This free crochet Christmas garland pattern is made using various crochet appliques and has a little bit of everything – Santa, reindeer, Christmas trees, snowman, and even a magical holiday unicorn!

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Crochet Christmas Gnome Garland Pattern

Gnomes are a popular Christmas trend and will be a stylish addition to your quirky Christmas decor! This crochet garland pattern uses very simple shapes to create these adorable gnomes, making this an approachable pattern for advanced beginners.

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Christmas Crochet Baubles - free garland pattern

There are so many fun ways to use these vintage-inspired crochet Christmas baubles. You could make a few and hang them from your Christmas tree or add one to a special holiday package. A garland like this can be enjoyed all winter.

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Crochet Angel Garland Pattern

This adorable garland is made from easy crochet angels and hearts. Let it add a special symbolic meaning to your Christmas decorations. Both the body and wings of this crochet angle ornament are made from heart shapes.

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Emoji Crochet Christmas Garland Pattern

If you love emojis and pop culture, this crochet Christmas emoji garland pattern will be a fun addition to your holiday home decor! Kids especially will like those cute smiley faces!

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Christmas Tree Toppers

Help your Christmas tree take center stage with these crochet tree topper patterns.

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Lace Christmas Tree Star Pattern

Bring elegance to your Christmas decor with free crochet tree topper pattern. The minimalist star pattern that's easy enough to whip up for craft markets. PHOTO CREDIT: Drops Design

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Star Christmas Tree Topper Free Crochet Pattern

A vibrant, traditional tree star made with simple stitches. Crochet this tree topper is a sign of hope and fortune for the year to come! PHOTO CREDIT: Elisa’s Crochet

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Crochet Smiley Face Star Tree Topper

This emoji-style tree topper pattern is a cute take on the traditional Christmas Star. Grab this free pattern and create a star that symbolizes shining hope for the new year ahead. PHOTO CREDIT: Cara Engwerda

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Crochet Santa Hat for Top of Christmas Tree

This cute crochet Christmas tree beanie will sit proudly at the top of your tree! This free Santa hat pattern is quick and easy to make, so you'll have time to enjoy it before Christmas morning.

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Christmas Amigurumi Patterns

Is there anything cuter than Christmas Amigurimi? This technique of using single crochet stitches to crochet Christmas ornaments is quick and satisfying. There's really no end to what you can crochet for Christmas with basic amigurimi skills.

Check out our favorite crochet stuffed animal patterns if you want to make some one-of-a-kind gifts for the kiddos this year.

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Crochet Amigurumi Christmas Lights

These crochet Christmas amigurimi lights are the perfect size and shape to brighten up your season (without using actual light). Each bulb only takes about 15 minutes to crochet so you can make as many or as few as you'd like. Combine them with some crochet bauble ornaments for an extra festive garland.

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Crocheted Christmas Tree Ornament Pattern

Tis the season for even the crocheted trees to be smiling! Make these squishy, happy trees in a few hours and use them easy crochet Christmas ornaments or gift toppers.

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Crochet Candy Cane Amigurumi Ornament

Use this crochet candy cane ornament to hang on your Christmas tree or to gift to co-workers, neighbors and friends. And this sweet treat will last you a lot longer than the real thing. PHOTO CREDIT: Raffamusa Designs

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Easy Crochet Wreath Ornament Pattern

These crochet wreath ornaments use only a small amount of yarn and can be made in about 10-15 minutes. This is an easy Christmas crochet pattern for beginners who want to make ornaments or gift toppers this season.

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Related: While they're not made of yarn, my kids and I love making salt dough Christmas ornaments each year.

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