Crocheting your own ornaments is a perfect way to start some handmade Christmas traditions. I love that ornaments are so versatile. You can use them to decorate your tree, string them on your mantle, or even attach them to your gifts. Here are 25 crochet Christmas ornament patterns to add to your Christmas collection.
Christmas Ornament Crochet Patterns
Do you know that feeling of excitement when you pull your Christmas ornaments out every year and remember what you love about each one? Christmas ornaments can be a big part of the homey, cozy Christmas memories that we make year after year with our families and friends.
And what could be more memorable than making your own Christmas ornaments?
You don’t have to keep all of your ornaments to yourself, though! The easy, crocheted Christmas ornament patterns included in this post are quick to make, so they also make perfect projects for selling or gifting to friends.
Make some for your local Christmas craft fair, give them out at work, or even consider adding them as a special touch to your purchased gifts.
Crochet Christmas Ornament Patterns
Enjoy this collection of our favorite free Christmas Ornament Crochet Patterns!
Christmas Star Ornament
These bobble-stitch Christmas stars are worked in the round and can be finished in no time! Fill your Christmas tree with your favorite colors of stars, or add them to your wrapped gifts for a creative touch.
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Malabrigo Worsted Yarn
Christmas Baubles Pattern
These bauble spheres are too much fun! Not only are they a homey addition to your Christmas tree, but unlike regular ornaments, they’re unbreakable! (Just make sure your cat can’t reach them, or he’ll be playing with these fun little balls for hours!)
Yarn weight: Fingering
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona
Christmas Elf Ornament
Look at this little guy! This elf pattern is suitable for experienced beginners. You will need to do a bit of embroidery work for his mouth, nose, and hair. Enjoy!
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: Alize Cotton Gold Solids
Christmas Tree Ornament
This easy Christmas ornament crochet pattern is perfect for hanging on your tree, mantle, window, or anywhere else that you want to decorate for the holidays! It’s simple to adjust the hanging loop if you need it to be bigger or smaller.
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: Garnstudio DROPS Safran
Hæklet juletræsophæng (Crochet Christmas Tree Hanger)
I love how the wooden bead and the neutral colors give this crochet Christmas ornament a modern look. Just scroll down to the bottom half of the page to find the instructions in English.
Yarn weight: DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Christmas Wreath Ring Ornament
You’ll need a 2” plastic ring to create this wreath ornament. Start by making single crochets around the ring, and then continue working around to complete your wreath. Lastly, add the red bow. These vintage crochet Christmas ornaments are quick to make, and lots of fun, too!
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft Worsted
Christmas Ornament
Add life and color to your Christmas tree with these pretty ornaments. You’ll start with a magic ring and then continue by working in the round.
Yarn weight: DK
Suggested yarn: Durable Glam
15-Minute Christmas Tree
This 15-minute Christmas tree ornament is super easy. Even if you just started learning to crochet, you can totally make this pattern! All you need to know is the chain stitch and the half double crochet.
Yarn weight: DK
Suggested yarn: Paintbox Yarns Simply DK
Christmas Wreath Tree Ornament
Here’s another cute and vintage crocheted Christmas wreath pattern. You won’t need any special supplies for this one, but you can grab a pretty little ribbon bow to add if you’d like. Or, make your own!
Yarn weight: DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Animal Christmas Ornaments
Animal lovers, this is definitely the ornament for you. Choose from a sheep, a lion, or a bear - or make all three!
Yarn weight: Fingering
Suggested yarn: Hobbii Rainbow Cotton
Christmas Bauble Crochet Pattern
There are so many options for pretty designs and patterns that you can add to these baubles to make them exactly what you like. Add stars, zig-zags, stripes, or whatever other pretty shapes you can think up!
Yarn weight: Fingering
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Yarn Catona
Mini Christmas Bauble
Fill in the gaps on your Christmas tree with these cute little mini baubles! You could really find all kinds of ways to decorate with these tiny ornaments. Plus, their small size makes them super fast to make.
Yarn weight: Fingering
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Yarn Catona
Christmas Belle
These lacy crocheted ornaments are sure to add a homey, vintage feel to your tree this Christmas. A fingering-weight yarn helps create the delicate detail.
Yarn weight: Fingering
Suggested yarn: Falkgarn Emma 8/4
Christmas Tree Ornament
These soft crocheted Christmas tree ornaments are easy to make (and maybe a little addicting, too!). Make sure to grab a wooden pearl bead if you want to add it on top.
Yarn weight: Fingering
Suggested yarn: Hobbii Rainbow Cotton
Christmas Baubles
Embroidery lovers, this is the pattern for you. After you finish crocheting your ornament, keep reading for some fun embroidery ideas. Or, make up your own!
Yarn weight: Fingering
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona
Christmas Stars Crochet Ornament
Look at these squishy, rustic stars! To make this pattern, you’ll crochet each side of your star, embroider your design, and then use single crochets to join the two pieces. Don’t forget to add a bit of stuffing.
Yarn weight: DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Christmas Tree Ornament: Popcorn Stitch
These cute crocheted Christmas trees are made by using the popcorn stitch. If you need some help, just check out the video tutorial that’s included.
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft Worsted
Christmas Pudding Tree Decoration
Is Christmas pudding one of your family traditions? Why not add Christmas pudding to your Christmas decor collection, too? To make this pattern, you’ll start by crocheting the individual pieces, then crochet/sew them together.
Yarn weight: DK
Suggested yarn: The Women’s Institute Premium Acrylic
Christmas Reindeer Tree Decoration
Bring your Christmas tree to life with this adorable crocheted reindeer. Don’t forget to grab a bit of stuffing and two safety eyes.
Yarn weight: DK
Suggested yarn: The Women’s Institute Premium Acrylic
Christmas Gingerbread House
This cute little gingerbread house pattern includes a video tutorial, so it’s great even for beginners. Choose whatever colors you like for your candy decor on the top.
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: Schachenmayr Catania
Christmas Tree Ornament With Faces
These pretty ornaments can be made in 30 minutes. Use safety eyes and basic embroidery to add personality to their little faces. Enjoy!
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: Schachenmayr Catania
Christmas Mitten Ornaments
Think cozy thoughts as you whip up these tiny mitten ornaments. I love the idea of linking them all together at the end to form a chain of mittens. Use these to decorate anywhere!
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart With Love
Christmas Pickle Ornament
Do you know about the Christmas pickle tradition? Click on this pattern to find out what it’s all about. Then, crochet this ornament to start your own Christmas pickle tradition.
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Cascade Yarns Cascade 220
Christmas Baubles Pattern by Savage Ted
Make these Christmas baubles in the colors of your choice to give your Christmas tree a crafty feel. You’ll need to know how to use the cluster stitch for these ornaments. Just check out the pattern for an explanation if you don’t already know how.
Yarn weight: Fingering
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Cotton
Christmas Gnome Ornament
Love gnomes? Add one to your tree! You’ll start by making his head, then his hat, and finally, you’ll assemble your gnome and add his beard.
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: Yarn Art Jeans
Favorite Crochet Supplies
Here are some supplies that you will need for your ornaments.
- Crochet hooks
- Yarn
- Stitch markers
- Other notions, such as a yarn needle, scissors, safety eyes, or wooden beads. Check your pattern for the specific tools and supplies required.
Best Yarn for Crochet Ornaments
Christmas ornaments are pretty forgiving when it comes to yarn choice. Because size doesn’t matter too much, you don’t need to worry about your gauge for most patterns.
Recommended in the patterns below, you will find many types of yarn weights, from fingering to worsted weight. I’ve included a suggested yarn for each pattern, but feel free to switch it out if you would like.
More Christmas Crochet Patterns
Looking for more Christmas crochet patterns? Check out the posts below for lots more ideas!
- 25 Free Crochet Christmas Patterns
- 25 Crochet Christmas Stocking Patterns
- 25 Crochet Christmas Tree Patterns
- 25 Crochet Gift Ideas (+ Free Patterns)
- 27+ Best Gifts for Crocheters (2022)
- 17+ Mother’s Day Crochet Patterns (Last-Minute Ideas, too!)
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