Introduction to Crochet Christmas Ornaments
Use this collection of crochet Christmas ornaments patterns to whip up a festive holiday décor for Christmas.
Hand crocheting Christmas tree ornaments is a tradition that a lot of us have come to enjoy over the years. These sweet ornaments are great gifts to give to friends and family members too.
Find easy crochet patterns for homemade Christmas tree ornaments the whole family will love.
Even if you are a pro, you are bound to find some great festive ideas here.
Popular Crochet Christmas Ornament Themes
What better way to get into the festive holiday spirit than to start crocheting Christmas ornaments? As soon as the weather starts getting cool it’s the perfect time to start making decorations for Christmas trees.
There are all sorts of motifs that can be used in crochet Christmas ornaments, but here are some of the most popular:
- Christmas trees: trees are easy to stitch and fun to embellish with French knot decorations (or little buttons, sequins or anything else you want to add to them!)
- Christmas stockings: tiny stockings are adorable on the tree and you could even make a bunch to hold tiny presents for an advent calendar.
- Christmas balls: ball-shaped ornaments are classic, whether stitched or made of glass or plastic. Christmas balls are a fun way to build your crochet skills and a gateway project to crocheting amigurumi.
- Snowflakes: there’s nothing prettier than a bunch of crochet snowflakes hanging on the tree. They’re also great to use as holiday gift tags.
- Gingerbread people: Gingerbread men and women are another great little project to make as crochet Christmas ornaments, and they are ripe for embellishment as well.
- Angels: if you like to use angels in your holiday decor, there are lots of great patterns out there for crocheted angels for the tree or larger versions to set on a table or shelf.
- Stars: Stars are so fun to stitch and they look great on the tree in any color, so they’re a perfect stash-busting project.
- Mittens: Much like stockings are extra cute in tiny form, crochet mittens are a great choice to shrink and stitch for the tree.
Why Are Crochet Christmas Ornaments So Popular with Crocheters?
Crochet Christmas ornaments are great stash-busters! These projects are quick to make and don’t use up a lot of yarn. You can use up your scrap yarns to make Christmas ornaments or use up a whole skein to make a whole set of ornaments to give out as gifts.
These crocheted Christmas ornaments make perfect holiday gifts for loved ones and make great heirloom pieces.
They’re often pretty easy to stitch and a great way to learn new skills, too!
Supplies Needed to Make Crochet Christmas Ornaments
To make crochet Christmas ornaments, you will need your usual crochet supplies – your yarn of choice, a crochet hook in the size needed for your yarn, and other tools and notions as noted in the pattern you are making.
Choosing the Perfect Yarn to Crochet Christmas Ornament Patterns
Choosing the best yarn to crochet your Christmas decor may just be the most difficult thing you will have to do!
While you can use any type of yarn for these projects, it is good to keep in mind that cotton yarn is best for ornaments that need a lot of structure. Christmas ornaments like snowflakes and other flat items that need to be stiffened are best crocheted with cotton yarn.
Other styles of ornaments, from balls to stockings, can be knit with cotton, acrylic, wool, or whatever scraps of indeterminate fiber you have lying around.
Christmas is also the perfect time to use fancy yarn. You can use sparkly or metallic yarn to add some depth and texture to your crochet project.
Here are some great yarn choices to look at when making your Christmas crochet patterns:
- Superfine/Fingering
Lion Brand Perle 5/2 Cotton Cone: This 100% mercerized cotton thread is soft but strong. It is perfect for lacy ornaments that need structure, like crocheted snowflakes.
Lion Brand Sock-Ease: Don’t be fooled by its name. This wool and nylon blend yarn are not just great for socks! You can also use this to make mittens, fingerless gloves, and leg warmers.
- Fine/Sport Weight
This sport-weight yarn comes in packs of 8 colors (10g each), just what you need to make small crochet Christmas ornaments.
Brava Sport is an acrylic yarn that is durable, flexible, and easy to care for. It has a great range of bright and vibrant colors, so you can be sure to get all the Christmas-colored yarn you’ll need for your crochet projects.
- Light/DK
If you’re looking to add a little sparkle to your Christmas crochet projects, this version of the popular Mandala yarn is what you need. An additional metallic thread makes it sparkle, making your projects even more magical!
This is a great cotton yarn at a DK weight! This 100% mercerized cotton yarn has a great lovely sheen and makes for great home decor such as crochet Christmas decorations.
- Medium/Worsted
Teardrop-shaped discs add an iridescent sparkle to this acrylic and polyester blend yarn. Perfect for adding shine and glitz to seasonal décor.
This eyelash yarn is similar to traditional tinsel garlands you see during the holiday season. Made with 100% polyester fiber, this shiny yarn comes in traditional colors of Christmas – red, gold, green, and silver. It can be added as an accent for holiday decor or even for adding an extra sparkle when wrapping gifts.
What’s the Best Yarn Weight for Crochet Christmas Ornaments Patterns?
Most free Christmas ornament crochet patterns use worsted-weight yarn. This is the most common yarn weight, and the easiest yarn weight to work with. There are many options available in worsted weight, in terms of fiber content, color, and, as mentioned above, novelty yarns with holiday sparkle.
Consult the pattern you want to make to determine the recommended weight of yarn for your project. Since ornaments don’t have to be a specific size, you can even play with using lighter or heavier yarn than the pattern calls for, just be aware your finished project will also be smaller or bigger than the pattern suggests.
Crochet Hook for Crochet Christmas Ornament Patterns
If using worsted-weight yarn, the recommended crochet hook size is usually 5.0mm to 6.5mm. Sometimes the pattern will call for using a smaller hook than you would normally use for the weight of yarn called for. For example, Christmas balls and other items that are stuffed need to be made with tight stitches so the stuffing isn’t visible when the project is done.
If you’re making your own ornaments or changing the yarn weight from what the pattern calls for, check the ball band of your yarn for a hook size recommendation.
Notions and Supplies Needed to Crochet Christmas Ornaments Patterns
You will need stitch markers, scissors, and a tapestry or yarn needle to help you make your crochet Christmas ornaments.
In some cases, you may need a tape measure to check the size of your project. Some projects, like amigurumi, may require you to use safety eyes or buttons.
And if you want to stiffen your finished project, such as to make a crocheted star less floppy, you will need some fabric stiffener to apply to the project when the stitching is done.
Basic Stitches and Techniques Used for Making Crochet Christmas Ornaments
Most crochet Christmas ornaments patterns use only basic crochet stitches. So even if you are a beginner, you can definitely make these easy crochet Christmas ornaments.
Single Crochet
Single crochet (sc) is one of the first stitches you learn when starting crochet. It is commonly used when making amigurumi crochet. But with its many variations, single crochet stitches are also used in making home decor, sweaters, and even blankets!
Double Crochet
Double crochet (dc) is one of the most popular and versatile basic stitches. It is one of the most commonly used stitches in crochet because you can create a lot of different stitch patterns that make your projects stand out. It is fast to work but less dense than single crochet, so it’s not as good for projects you want to stuff.
Half Double Crochet
A little taller than a single crochet, but smaller than a double crochet, the half double crochet (hdc) is beginner-friendly and easy to learn. Half double crochet stitches make a relatively solid fabric without holes, which makes it a favorite stitch for making a variety of crochet projects.
Magic Circle
The magic circle or magic ring (mr) is a special technique that creates a closed circle without holes (compared to using a foundation ring). It is commonly used in projects that are crocheted in the round such as amigurumi and Christmas balls.
Crochet Christmas Tree Ornament Patterns
Crochet Christmas trees are a fun way of decorating your house for Christmas. Hang them on your tree, or on a garland with lights – it’s completely up to you! Check out these fun patterns to get your hooks going.
Crochet Ribbon Christmas Tree Pattern
Designer: Poppy and Bliss
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
Add some “pouf” to your Christmas decor with this cute Crochet Ribbon Christmas Tree. A super quick and easy project, all you need to make are 6 small baubles and a long ribbon to make your tree.
Rustic Tree Ornament
Designer: Yarn Society
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Tweed or Shine Worsted
These cute rustic Christmas tree ornaments are so quick and easy to do, you will want to make them in every color. Make them in solid colors for a more classic look to match your holiday decor, or use speckled yarn for a more rustic look.
Crochet Bubble Christmas Tree Ornament
Designer: Photomusen
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Perle 5/2 Cotton Cone
Bobbles give this Christmas tree ornament a unique textured look. To create a more symmetrical ornament, make 2 pieces and sew the wrong sides together, and have the bobbles facing out. Note the pattern is in Danish with English below.
Tunisian Tree Motif Pattern
Designer: Amy Minard via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease
If you are new to Tunisian crochet and you want to make Christmas ornaments, this cute tree ornament is the perfect project! You can easily adjust the size of this tree by adding rows – make small ones and big ones in every color you can think of!
Rustic Tree Hanging Ornament Pattern
Designer: Regina P. Designs
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron One Pound
This super easy tree ornament is the perfect stash buster! Use up your scrap yarns and create a couple of these ornaments for hanging on your tree. You can even add beads and sequins or use North Pole Sparkle Yarn to make it more festive.
Kawaii Christmas Tree Ornament Pattern
Designer: Jennifer Santos, via Hobbii
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Cotton 8
Even if you haven’t made amigurumi before, you will enjoy making this kawaii Christmas tree ornament. Add some metallic yarn for trimmings, safety eyes, and a cute little mouth to make it dazzle.
Retro Christmas Tree Crochet Ornament Pattern
Designer: Spotlight
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Make a Christmas tree, retro style. Using the classic granny stitch, you can make two versions of this ornament in two different sizes. You can choose to make a hanging version or a standing version, in small or large sizes.
Ice Pop Christmas Tree Crochet Ornament Pattern
Designer: Haak Maar Raak
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona
Use your yarn scraps to make these colorful, festive Christmas tree ornaments. Use different shades of the same color for a more classic look, or combine different colors for a more fun holiday decor.
Ragdoll Christmas Tree Ornament Pattern
Designer: Yarnhild
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Brava Sport
This ragdoll-style Christmas tree ornament might just be one of the quickest crochet projects you will ever make! They’re not just easy to make, they’re super cute too.
Crochet Christmas Snowflake Patterns
We all know that no snowflake is the same as any other, which makes snowflakes a unique crochet motif. Crochet snowflakes add a delightful and magical touch to your Christmas holiday decor.
Easy Crochet Snowflake Free Pattern
Designer: Flower Girl Cottage
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Bonbons
If you’re looking to make a cute motif to add a little holiday spirit, these cute little snowflakes are just the thing. You can even use these as appliques or add some fabric stiffener to use them as gift tags!
Wispvale Snowflake Ornament Pattern
Designer: Draiguna
Yarn weight: (0) Lace
Suggested yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Crochet Thread Classic 10
A truly gorgeous and unique snowflake design will add make your holiday decor stand out. Add a thread of metallic yarn to make it even more magical.
Beaded Snowflake Ornament Pattern
Designer: MJ’s Off the Hook Designs
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes
These cute beaded snowflakes not only make for lovely tree ornaments, but you can also use them as gift tags! Choose neutral-colored beads for a more elegant look, or use Christmas-colored beads for a more festive look.
Starflower Snowflake Ornament Pattern
Designer: Knit Purl Hook
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: DROPS Paris Recycled Denim
Snowflakes that look like flowers?! This easy pattern only has 3 rounds so you can easily whip up a couple of these in no time! Use sparkle yarn for a more festive look.
Crochet Snowflake Star Pattern
Designer: Anabelia Handmade
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Schachenmayr Catania
With only 3 rounds, this quick and easy crochet snowflake star is great for making garlands. Make a couple in different colors to jazz up your holiday décor.
Flower Star Snowflake Crochet Pattern
Designer: Renata Saj, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (0) Lace
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat and Gold Lurex Yarn
The textured look of this snowflake is made using post stitches. Use a lace-weight yarn with a strand of glitter thread to add a bit of sparkle. Add a bit of stiffener to your final project to help it keep its shape.
Frostarra Snowflake Ornament Crochet Pattern
Designer: Driaguna
Yarn weight: (0) Lace
Suggested yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Crochet Thread Classic 10
This gorgeous snowflake looks amazing both in a single solid color or in a two-color combination. Mix and match your favorite colors to create unique snowflakes.
Crochet Christmas Bauble Patterns
Use your crafting skills to make these crochet Christmas baubles. These colorful and unique balls will surely make your Christmas tree stand out.
Easy Crochet Christmas Ornament Free Pattern
Designer: Rich Textures Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Landscapes
Use self-striping yarn to get gorgeous color patterns when making this easy Christmas ornament. Using just one skein of yarn, you can make around 3 baubles with different color combinations.
Christmas Baubles Free Crochet Pattern
Designer: Annie’s Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona
These colorful Christmas baubles will surely catch the eye of your guests! Make them in Christmas-themed colors or use your own color motif to match your holiday décor.
Christmas Flowers Christmas Balls Pattern
Designer: DROPS Design
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: DROPS Muskat
Whether you make these colorful Christmas flowers to hang on a wreath or on your tree, they will surely make your holiday decor more festive. Mix and match your yarn colors to create stunning combinations.
Grandma’s Knicknacks Baubles Crochet Pattern
Designer: Laurel’s Place
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Crochet two super easy motifs (just three rounds!) together to make this simple, easy crochet bauble. A great stash buster, you can use your scrap yarns to create a bunch of these colorful baubles.
Crochet Snowflake Bauble Free Pattern
Designer: Ned and Mimi
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft
Practice your tapestry crochet with this easy snowflake bauble. All you need is a plastic ball to cover, some yarn, and your crochet hook. This design is one of 6 coordinating bauble patterns.
Christmas Bauble Crochet Free Pattern
Designer: Thoresby Cottage
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona
With 4 design options, you can create a dozen of these ornaments which will be perfect for gifts for friends and family. Add some gold metallic yarn or embroidery thread for embellishment to make it more festive.
Crochet Plaid Ornament Bauble Pattern
Designer: Whistle and Ivy
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Shine Sport
If you are looking for a more rustic, traditional holiday decor, these crochet plaid ornaments are perfect for you. Add some embellishments or leave them plain, they will still look gorgeous on your Christmas tree.
Crochet Christmas Star Patterns
A Christmas tree is not complete without a star. Or maybe several stars! Make these crochet Christmas stars to add as embellishments to your tree or just hang them as part of your holiday decor.
Christmas Crochet Stars Pattern
Designer: Annie’s Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona
This may not look like your traditional Christmas star, but it will definitely make your holiday decor more special. Make a couple of these stars in coordinated colors to make a lovely garland or make individual pieces to hang on your tree.
Christmas Star Ornament Crochet Pattern
Designer: Truly Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Malabrigo Worsted
These simple star ornaments work up really fast! With only 3 rounds, you’ll be able to create a lot of stars to decorate your tree with. They also look great as embellishments for your gift tags.
Swirly Stars Free Crochet Pattern
Designer: ATTY*S
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
This unique star will surely be an eye-catching addition to your holiday decor. Experiment with a combination of solid colors to match your color scheme. You also have the option to make a 5-point or 6-point star.
Star Ornament Crochet Pattern
Designer: Kristine’s Crochet
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: LB Collection Cotton Bamboo Linen
This gorgeous star ornament almost looks like a snowflake. Use it to decorate your tree, doors, windows, garlands, or wreaths.
Crochet Star Making Tutorial and Pattern
Designer: Little Woollie
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Basic Stitch
A great stash buster, this pattern is made up of 10 diamond pieces sewn together to form a 3D star. Use up your small bits of yarn and create patterns to make this colorful star.
Crochet Stars Christmas Ornament Pattern
Designer: Crochet for You
Yarn weight: (2) Sport or (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Brava Sport or Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
This cute crochet star is enough to make you feel the holiday spirit. Use a metallic embroidery thread or yarn for the snowflake design to make it sparkle. You can even use your small bits of yarn as stuffing!
15-Minute Christmas Crochet Decoration Pattern
Designer: Annie’s Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (1) Superfine
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona
Crochet stars but with a tassel for extra flair! Whether you make them in a solid color with a complimenting tassel, use Christmas colors to stay in theme, or use any color combination you like – these stars will surely make a great addition to your holiday décor.
Crochet Christmas Elf or Gnome Patterns
Christmas elves or gnomes have recently become a holiday trend. Elves, as we know, are Santa’s helpers. In Scandinavian culture, it is said that gnomes visit the homes of good children to bring them presents.
Christmas Gnome Ornament
Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie
This cute heart gnome is very much welcome to bring presents anytime. Use it as tree decor or add it to your gifts to make a unique gift tag. You can also crochet a couple of these and hang them in a garland.
Crochet Elf Christmas Ornament Pattern
Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Premier Cotton Fair
Make this cute elf to hang as a tree decor or make one to use as an appliqué on another project. This little helper will surely help bring the holiday spirit to any home.
Crochet Gnome Pattern Gift Ornament Pattern
Designer: Briana K. Designs
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice
A gnome with a sweet surprise, these little gnomes hide little presents underneath. Even without the presents, they still make cute table decorations.
Easy Crochet Gnome Ornament Pattern
Designer: Winding Road Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
Looking for a unique and adorable ornament for your Christmas tree? These holiday gnomes are the perfect addition to your holiday decor. Add a little embroidery or some embellishments to their hats to give them a unique look.
Elf Christmas Ornament Free Amigurumi Pattern
Designer: Little Crochet Farm
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona
This little elf might just be one of the cutest Christmas ornaments you can hang on your tree. Hang a couple of them to make sure there’s enough to help Santa make your presents in time for Christmas!
Crochet Christmas Stocking Patterns
Christmas stockings are traditionally hung by the fireplace so that Santa Claus can fill them with gifts when he arrives. Check out these mini stocking ornaments which can also double as small gift holders.
Crochet Christmas Stocking Ornament and Gift Card Holder Pattern
Designer: Briana K. Designs
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes
Gift cards are something you can give that almost everyone will appreciate. To make it even more special, use these mini crochet christmas stockings to hold your gift cards. You can even make a full-sized stocking to hang by the fireplace!
Crochet Mini Stocking Christmas Ornament Pattern
Designer: Sewrella
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Hang some of these mini stockings on your tree and fill them up with little surprises. Make them in solid Christmas colors or in candy cane stripes – or other colored stripes!
Mini Christmas Stocking Applique Crochet Pattern
Designer: Raffamusa Designs
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Schachenmeyr Catania
This cute mini stocking applique can be used for cards, granny squares, magnets, and even as mini ornaments. You will surely get a kick out of making these mini stockings because of how quick and easy they are to crochet.
Gift Card Stocking Pattern
Designer: Jen Hayes Creations
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft and Bernat Pipsqueak
This set of 4 stocking patterns will be your go-to for gift card holders, and double up as ornaments too! Bust out your yarn stash and use what yarn you have for these mini stockings.
Mini Christmas Crochet Stocking Pattern
Designer: A Crafty Concept
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Premier Yarns Premier Anti-Pilling Everyday Worsted
This cute boho stocking is another perfect way to package your gift card presents. The bobbles give it a unique textured look. Use some boucle yarn to add a fluffy look to the cuff and make it even cuter.
Mini Mosaic Stocking Crochet Pattern
Designer: MJ’s Off the Hook Designs
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes
Get into the holiday spirit with these cute mosaic mini stockings. Mosaic crochet is a great way to add colors to your work. Use these mini stockings as a gift topper or hang them as tree ornaments.
Crochet Christmas Animal Patterns
These adorable Christmas animal ornaments will surely make your decor stand out. There is nothing cuter than having penguins, bears, and even unicorns adorning your tree this holiday season.
Pew the Baby Penguin Crochet Pattern
Designer: Khuc Cay
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
We all know penguins love playing in the snow, and this cute little penguin is no exception. He (or she!) even has a tiny scarf and hat to make sure they’re ready for the cold winter season!
Crochet Owl Ornament Pattern
Designer: The Loopy Lamb
Yarn weight: (6) Super Bulky
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Fable Fur and Brava Worsted
This adorable little owl makes for a cute Christmas ornament. Since it’s soft and fluffy, there is no need to worry about it breaking if and when little hands decide to hold it. It’s quick to make, and a great project for finally trying out faux fur yarn.
Rudolph Ornament Free Crochet Pattern
Designer: Spin a Yarn
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
Rudolph is, without question, the most famous of Santa’s reindeer because of his red nose. This ragdoll-style ornament will have you making all of Santa’s reindeer – minus the red noses of course!
Frenchie Christmas Bauble Crochet Pattern
Designer: Belle & Grace Handmade Crochet, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Stonewashed
Make this Frenchie bauble for you or your loved ones who love Frenchies. Not only is it cute, but it also makes for a unique and special gift for fur parents.
Teddy Ornaments Amigurumi Pattern
Designer: All About Ami
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Patons Grace
Pandas, koalas, and bears on your tree? These cute, round amigurumi baubles will definitely add a touch of cuteness to your Christmas decor.
Crochet Unicorn Christmas Ornament Pattern
Designer: 5 Little Monsters
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Basic Stitch
Unicorns for Christmas? Why not?! Instead of getting glass or plastic baubles, make this cute unicorn ornament instead. No need to worry about little grabby hands breaking them because they are 100% soft and kid-friendly.
Crochet Christmas Angel Patterns
It’s that time of the year when angels are a popular holiday decor. Adorn your tree with hanging angel ornaments, hang them in garlands, or use them as table or even tree toppers.
Free Crochet Angel Pattern
Designer: ATTY*S
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Schachenmeyr Catania
This crochet angel pattern is really easy to make, and a great stash buster. Made from 3 small pieces, you can definitely use any scrap yarn you have to make these cute angels.
Quick and Easy Christmas Angel Crochet Pattern
Designer: Roswitha Mueller, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Bonbons
Another great stash buster, this hanging angel ornament is super quick and easy to make. Use scrap yarn (or a little stuffing) to keep the head in shape, and add some metallic yarn for a more festive holiday decor.
Crochet Granny Square Angel Christmas Pattern
Designer: Sewrella
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Granny squares truly are a classic motif that can be used for any pattern – this one included. Mix and match two styles of granny squares to create this cute crochet angel that will definitely make an heirloom Christmas decor piece.
Crochet Angel Christmas Ornament Pattern
Designer: Crochet for You
Yarn weight: (2) Sport or (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Premier Cotton Fair or Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
This simple, rustic angel pattern is made up of two pieces sewn together and will require a little embroidery skill for the hair. It’s a sweet little ornament worked in whatever colors you like.
Pleated Christmas Angel Free Crochet Pattern
Designer: ATTY*S
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona
The pleats on these Christmas angels add a distinct look to them. Bust out your yarn stash and make a couple of these angels for the holidays. Stick to a holiday color scheme or make them in as many different colors as you like.
Crochet Christmas Mittens Patterns
Mittens are a must during the cold Christmas season. They also make cute ornaments and add a little fun to your Christmas decor.
Mittens Ornament Free Crochet Pattern
Designer: Spin a Yarn
Yarn weight: (2) Sport or (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Premier Cotton Fair or Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
Add a touch of cute to your rustic holiday decor with these mitten ornaments. Made in ragdoll style (with two pieces sewn together), you can easily customize these mittens – from adding cute kawaii faces to adding some colorwork to make snowflakes and fair-isle patterns.
Crochet Mittens Christmas Ornament Pattern
Designer: Crochet for You
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
These crochet mittens feature some embroidery work to add a little flair. Embroider snowflakes, stripes, or even names if you like!
Free Crochet Mini Mitten Ornament Pattern
Designer: Pretty Darn Adorable
Yarn weight: (5) Bulky
Suggested yarn: Loops and Threads Charisma
Made with bulky yarn, you can finish one of these ornaments in as little as 20 minutes! String them together to make a garland or use them as gift card holders, or use them as tree ornaments.
Spare Mittens for Santa’s Elves Crochet Pattern
Designer: Kaylie Dawn, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
We all know it’s the elves doing all the hard work during Christmas. When you leave out cookies and milk for Santa, don’t forget to make some spare mittens for Santa’s elves to keep their little hands warm.
Crochet Christmas Gingerbread Patterns
Gingerbread is usually associated with Christmas because of its rich, warm, and spicy flavors. Make this traditional holiday treat without the fuss by crocheting gingerbread-inspired decors.
Crochet Gingerbread Heart Ornament Pattern
Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Soft
It’s always a good season for hearts, even during the Christmas season. These gingerbread hearts come in two styles, make either one (or make both!) and add some embroidery plus some beads or buttons as embellishments to make them more festive.
Crochet Gingerbread Man Ornament Pattern
Designer: I Heart Gantsilyo
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Run, run, run as fast as you can… and grab the yarn you’ll need to make this gingerbread man! With lace ribbons and buttons for embellishments, you’ll have to try your best to resist eating these cute ornaments.
Gingerbread Ornament Free Crochet Pattern
Designer: Spin a Yarn
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Bernat Super Value
This ornament version of a gingerbread boy will surely add a touch of cuteness to your holiday decor. Who can resist those cute little eyes and those colorful sprinkles?
Home Sweet Home Gingerbread Ornament Pattern
Designer: DROPS Design
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: DROPS Safran
This adorable gingerbread house ornament comes in two different sizes. Make the large house to use as a potholder and the small house as a hanging ornament.
Step-by-Step Crochet Christmas Ornaments Video Tutorials
If you are not yet comfortable reading written patterns, here are some free crochet Christmas ornament patterns with step-by-step video tutorials that you can follow.
How to Crochet a Christmas Tree Ornament Tutorial
Designer: Kristine’s Crochet
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: DROPS Safran
Worked in rounds, this Christmas tree looks similar to a granny triangle. It’s a very easy pattern and works up really quickly so you can make a couple of these ornaments in no time. Add some embellishments or use fancy yarn to make it more festive.
Simple Crochet Ornament
Designer: Crouton Crafts
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Loops and Threads Impeccable
These ornaments are super simple and super easy, you can finish them in just about 20 minutes! Use Christmas colored yarn or bust out your yarn scraps and make them in random colors.
Easy Christmas Baubles Crochet Tutorial
Designer: Claudetta Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Bernat Super Value and Gold Lurex Yarn
This beginner-friendly crochet Christmas bauble can not only be used as an ornament but as holiday-themed coasters too! It’s very easy to make and will make great gifts in color-coordinated sets.
Crochet Pine Cone Christmas Ornament
Designer: Erfin R. Tangdilintin
Yarn weight: (2) Sport or (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Premier Cotton Fair or Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
What’s a Christmas tree without pine cones? Make these crochet pine cones to hang on your tree using different sizes of yarn to make different sizes.
How to Crochet a Snowflake Tutorial
Designer: Expression Fiber Arts
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Simply Cotton Organic
Use thin yarn to make lacy snowflakes, and bigger yarn to make jumbo snowflakes. Use cotton yarn for a more sturdy snowflake or block your snowflake with some glue and water to stiffen it. You can even add some glitter to give your snowflake an extra sparkle!
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If you enjoy making crochet, check out some of my other crochet patterns: 30+ Amigurumi Crochet Patterns: Cute and Easy Projects for Beginners, 40 Eye-Catching and Free Crochet Doily Patterns, 50+ Cheery Christmas Stocking Crochet Patterns