Crocheted Christmas ornaments can be the centerpiece of your festive decor this year!
This list of the best free crochet Christmas ornament patterns will help you trim your tree with snowflakes, garlands, stars, and crochet baubles that will impress even Rudolph.
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Crochet Christmas Tree Ornament Patterns
I love how crochet Christmas decorations can hold special significance when you pull them out of the garage or crawl space each season.
This list includes easy crochet Christmas ornaments that make great beginner projects. If you are just learning how to crochet or simply need a gift for a party night, try the classic stars or the crochet mini stocking pattern.
More Christmas Crochet Patterns
If you’re looking for more handmade holiday cheer, don’t miss these free Christmas crochet patterns:
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Types of Tree Decoration Patterns to Try
The free Christmas ornament crochet patterns in this collection are organized by category so you can easily find your perfect pattern. Click the links below to jump to a specific category of tree decorations.
- Classic ball ornaments
- Easiest beginner ornament patterns
- Angels
- Snowflakes
- Vintage and Victorian crochet Christmas ornaments
- Garlands
- Tree toppers
How to Choose Christmas Ornament Crochet Patterns
Often our success with a crochet project involves 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:
Free Crochet Christmas Ornament Patterns
Below you’ll find our absolute favorite crochet ornament patterns. Grab your hook, and let’s make some special crochet Christmas tree decorations!
Christmas Baubles
There’s nothing quite as festive or classic as a great ball or bauble ornament. Making your own allows you to customize the color scheme and add loads of interesting texture.
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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Woodland Themed Baubles
Choose from three free patterns: acorn, pinecone, and simple bauble. Made in two parts (top and bottom), you’ll practice magic loops, single crochet, and slip stitches to create these gorgeous decorations. Use neutral colors to fit the woodland theme if you adore the natural look. Yarn with a metallic, glittery thread running through it is perfect for twinkling Christmas vibes.
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Baubles Made From Scrap Yarn
Add warmth to the holiday season with these beautiful crochet Christmas ornaments using scrap or leftover yarn. Worked flat and then wrapped around a plastic bauble, this pattern suits beginners. The puff stitch creates a gorgeous texture to these baubles.
These charming Christmas balls are perfect for decorating your home or giving festive gifts to friends or your kid’s teachers.
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These charming Christmas balls are perfect for decorating your home or giving festive gifts to friends or your kid’s teachers.
Christmas Tree Balls
Make one of these three Xmas bauble designs. Using single crochet, increasing/decreasing, and front/back loop stitches, you’ll craft a bunch of balls to add festive cheer. You’ll also master the puff stitch, which adds texture and visual interest to these decorations. Use bulky yarn to crochet larger baubles and play with different colors to customize these free patterns.
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Fair Isle Festive Tree Bauble Pattern
Try this project and develop your Fair Isle crochet skills. The design for the festive trees is simple and ideal for practicing color work. Use split crochet stitches in rounds and insert a ready-made bauble inside or stuff it with polyfil.
This neutral, classy pattern suits a stylish, contemporary Christmas theme.
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This neutral, classy pattern suits a stylish, contemporary Christmas theme.
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.
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 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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Mini Christmas Wreaths
Create this two-toned Christmas wreath by using single crochet to form two curly chains that are then weaved together. You only need two colors of yarn, a crochet hook, a tapestry needle, and scissors.This pattern is unbelievably fast, fun to make, and is fab for using up scraps of yarn.
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Mini Plaid Bobble Hat
Use this quick and simple pattern to make an adorable mini plaid hat for your tree or as a present topper. Plaid crochet is an easy and fun technique. The hat is worked from the bottom up and finished with a fluffy mini pompom.
You can make many variations of this pattern by experimenting with different color palettes.
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You can make many variations of this pattern by experimenting with different color palettes.
Corner-to-Corner (C2C) Crochet Christmas Tree
This festive tree ornament is made using the popular C2C technique. It’s fast to complete, and you only need minimal yarn, making it a fab scrap-buster project!
Keep your pattern minimal and sophisticated, or add embellishments like beads and metallic thread for tinsel.
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Keep your pattern minimal and sophisticated, or add embellishments like beads and metallic thread for tinsel.
Tiny Christmas Presents
This ornament pattern features two present shapes: square and rectangle. You can hang them on your tree, use them as gift toppers, or string them together as holiday garlands or bunting. You’ll need less than 35 yards of worsted weight yarn to make each ornament – it’s a great way to use up yarn scraps.
Substitute the crocheted bow for a silky satin ribbon and add some embroidery details to customize your pretty presents.
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Substitute the crocheted bow for a silky satin ribbon and add some embroidery details to customize your pretty presents.
Faux Fur Pinecones
Make a beautiful crochet Christmas ornament in just 10 minutes. This design uses faux fur yarn to create a snowy cap for a wooden pinecone. Adjust the pattern to fit any sized pinecone and add a rustic, charming touch to your tree.
Pick your own pinecones or buy pre-treated ones from a craft store. Add glitter to represent fresh snowfall for a wonderfully white Christmas.
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Pick your own pinecones or buy pre-treated ones from a craft store. Add glitter to represent fresh snowfall for a wonderfully white Christmas.
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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.
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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Christmas Bell Tree Ornament
Add the perfect finishing touch to your Christmas tree with a handmade bell decoration that really rings! Using three colors of Anchor cotton yarn, a 2.75mm crochet hook, and gold or metallic thread, this classy trinket will complement any holiday decor.
This mini bell is a quick and enjoyable project for gifting or adorning your tree.
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This mini bell is a quick and enjoyable project for gifting or adorning your tree.
Ugly Christmas Sweater Crochet Ornament
Add some humor to your holiday decorations this year with this ugly (but also cute) Christmas sweater design. Use it to decorate your twinkling tree, or get creative and make a few to use as gift tags, garlands, magnets, or keychains.
There’s no need to buy new yarn – you can use any you already have, including scrap yarn.
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There’s no need to buy new yarn – you can use any you already have, including scrap yarn.
Christmas Dove Decoration
Craft stylish crochet doves to decorate your Christmas tree or home. Add a touch of glamor with a golden peak and sparkling eyes made of spangles and golden beads. Use pretty fabrics for the wings and a ribbon to make your birds beautifully unique.
These delightful doves would also complement Easter decor.
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These delightful doves would also complement Easter decor.
Mini Mittens Tree Decorations
These tiny mittens are a unique addition to any holiday decor. As they’re so small, they can be fiddly to make, but they’re definitely worth the effort! You’ll need two colors, a 2mm crochet hook, an embroidery needle, sewing needle, and scissors.There’s also a striped option – make a mix of solid colors and striped mittens to adorn your tree this winter.
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Festive Gingerbread House Tree Decoration
These charming gingerbread houses would make a fantastic addition to your seasonal decor. You should know how to chain, slip stitch, single crochet, double crochet, and decrease for this pattern. But don’t worry; there’s a great photo tutorial if any of these skills are new to you. Get creative with the metallic thread and splash of color to make this design stand out.
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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 decorations this year.
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 Crochet Angels – a free ornament pattern
This timeless 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 combine some of the most beautiful qualities about crochet and snow for delicate, timeless Christmas ornaments.
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 free crochet ornament patterns will remind you of times gone by.
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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Vintage Noel Ornament with Tassels
Crochet a retro-inspired Christmas tree decoration. It can be made with traditional colors for a classic look or bright colors for a modern twist. Use worsted weight yarn for a quick project during the busy holiday season. The tassel with decorative bead is a great detail that elevates this look.
Hang these ornaments on your tree, use them for gift-giving, or sell them at markets.
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Hang these ornaments on your tree, use them for gift-giving, or sell them at markets.
Peace Dove Amigurumi Decoration
Spread a little love this holiday season with this peace dove ornament. The pattern is split into three sections: the bird, the heart, and the assembly. You’ll use sewing for the beak and fabric wings and embroidery skills for finishing details like the eyes. A satin ribbon and three wooden beads help this stunning design take shape.
Hang your delicate doves on the window as a reminder of gratitude or gift to a loved one.
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Hang your delicate doves on the window as a reminder of gratitude or gift to a loved one.
Gingerbread Heart Christmas Ornaments
This festive tree decoration is worked in the round in two pieces (front and back). The two hearts are then placed together, stuffed, and crocheted to form a squishy love heart. Available in UK and US terms, this pattern is quick and easy to craft for all skill levels.
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Flower Rozeta Tree Ornament
Make a textured flower using overlay crochet. The hanging ornament has two parts: the top is decorated with a 2-D flower, and the bottom is plain. This is your chance to go crazy with color and really make your Christmas tree pop this year!
This pattern has optional design elements: sew a wooden ornament to the bottom and add simple embroidery, stuff with filling for a traditional bauble shape, or add a trendy tassel.
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This pattern has optional design elements: sew a wooden ornament to the bottom and add simple embroidery, stuff with filling for a traditional bauble shape, or add a trendy tassel.
Christmas Tree Garland
Crocheted Christmas garland patterns are perfect to add a handmade touch to your holiday home decor and can sometimes be enjoyed long after Christmas is over.
Unique 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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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 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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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.
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 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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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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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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Amigurumi Christmas Ornaments
Is there anything cuter than Christmas Amigurimi patterns? This technique of using SC stitches to crochet Christmas ornaments is quick and satisfying. There’s really no end to the crochet Christmas decorations you can make 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.
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 Wreath Ornament Pattern
These easy crochet 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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Hot Chocolate Mug Amigurumi Christmas Ornament
Make crochet ornaments of your favorite warm holiday drinks – hot cocoa with marshmallows, mulled wine, or a latte with whipped cream. Add scents like peppermint, cloves, or coffee beans to the stuffing to make them smell like real drinks!
This pattern is rated easy/intermediate and has a photo and video tutorial with step-by-step instructions for each design.
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This pattern is rated easy/intermediate and has a photo and video tutorial with step-by-step instructions for each design.
Crochet Gnome Holiday Ornament
This gnome decoration is ideal as a present, adding to your Christmas tree, or as a gift topper. It’s a quick project with simple shapes, making it suitable for beginners. You’ll make the body and hat separately before assembling. A wooden bead and fur trim create a distinctive nose and beard.
If you’d prefer to have your new little buddy as a cute table or shelf decoration, add weighted beads to the bottom so it can stand up.
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If you’d prefer to have your new little buddy as a cute table or shelf decoration, add weighted beads to the bottom so it can stand up.
Santa’s Elf Ornament
This beginner-friendly pattern is made in one piece using single crochet. Details like a belt buckle and golden bell are added afterward. Ensure your stitches are tight so that no stuffing escapes.Experiment with different color combinations and make a little army of adorable elves for your tree!
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Crochet Rudolph
Made in the same style as Ragdoll patterns, this festive ornament has all the cute vibes. This design includes 11 individual pieces that are worked in flat rows and then joined together for a unique 2-D look. Don’t be intimidated by the 11 separate pieces – they’re small and easy, so they work up quickly.
Tapestry crochet and color-work techniques are used to craft this round Rudolph hanging. Why not make all 9 of Santa’s reindeer and string them up as a holiday garland?
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Tapestry crochet and color-work techniques are used to craft this round Rudolph hanging. Why not make all 9 of Santa’s reindeer and string them up as a holiday garland?
Grinch Amigurumi Pattern
This decoration would make the Grinch himself smile this Christmas! Learn how to crochet this adorable tree ornament with an easy-to-follow video tutorial. The cheeky grin, fluffy hair, and striped scarf really capture this lovable rogue's character.The designer of this pattern has an entire collection of Christmas Amigurumi patterns – you could make a whole family of these beauties!
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Christmas Camping Lanterns
These vintage-style lanterns make adorable additions to your tree decorations. You can change the yarn color to match your tree’s theme or make larger lanterns using thicker yarn. They also work up fast, which makes them perfect for last-minute ornaments.
Have a camping enthusiast in your life? This lantern ornament would make a special, personalized gift.
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Have a camping enthusiast in your life? This lantern ornament would make a special, personalized gift.
Penguin Ornament
Make this lovely penguin Xmas decoration by crocheting five separate pieces worked in flat rows. These are then joined together to create an attractive 2-D look. This pattern uses beginner tapestry and color work techniques. Changing the blue to a rich brown could also turn this brilliant creation into a Christmas robin!
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Mini Crochet Santa Claus Decoration
This Santa pattern is one that your kids will cherish for years. The jolly design is made in 4 parts: body, hat, hat top, and arms. You’ll then assemble everything and create a bushy beard for Mr Claus. Follow the two-part video tutorial for step-by-step instructions.This amazing pattern is part of a collection that includes Mrs Claus – you won’t be able to resist making this perfect pair!
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Related: While they’re not made of yarn, my kids and I love making salt dough Christmas ornaments each year.
The Best Yarn for Tree Ornaments
Most crochet Christmas decorations can be made with almost any fiber type. You may even choose to substitute a different weight yarn from what the pattern calls for to make an ornament bigger or smaller.
I often reach for Lion Brand Basic Stitch or Vanna’s Choice for crochet tree decorations because both come in a wide variety of vibrant colors.
Trying Unique Fibers
Sometimes choosing an alternate fiber can add a lot of charm and character to your crochet ornaments. For example, farmhouse Christmas ornaments could look extra rustic and charming when made with jute or dollar-store twine.
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Helpful Crochet Supplies
When you’re thinking about how to crochet Christmas ornaments, you’ll want to have all the right supplies. Here are some materials you’ll want to have available:
- 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 crochet ornament embellishments that can be really fun to add to your projects include jingle bells, pom poms, buttons and leather accents. I also really love to attach a special gift tag when giving a handmade gift.
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More DIY Christmas Crafts
If you love this season as much as I do, here are more festive DIY ideas to try.
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