Crochet Christmas Ornaments to Dazzle Your Tree
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Is there anything that will get you more into the holiday spirit than creating some crochet Christmas ornaments? Nothing quite beats the cozy warm glow of lights on a beautifully decorated Christmas tree.
Whether you’re looking to deck out your tree in all its holiday glory or you’re just looking for one special ornament this year, these adorable Christmas ornament crochet patterns are sure to be a perfect fit.
One of my favorite things to do every year is to pull out each ornament and savor the rush of memories. My son’s childhood handwriting on the construction paper gift he was SO excited to give. The glass-blown ornament we bought on a cold November afternoon from a local artisan. Treasured gifts from times past all come back to visit at Christmas!
Handmade beaded stars, crocheted angels, a candy cane hiding between branches, and a crochet ornament here and there flood my soul with my grandmother’s laugh and I think of her hands on them before mine. Memories of different times and places make me feel the range of emotions of a life well lived.
But every year, no matter the crowded nature of my tree, I find a way to tuck in just one more. One more glorious, beautiful bit to remember THIS year by… So some future Christmas season I can smile and fondly remember the present and those who’ve lived and loved with me this year.
And so I bring to you my favorite Christmas ornament crochet patterns by some of my favorite designers. Perhaps you’ll find a cute ornament to crochet for yourself to treasure. Or make a crochet ornament to gift to someone else.
Materials You’ll Need for Crochet Ornaments
- Crochet hooks (these are my absolute favorite crochet hooks I recommend to everyone!)
- Stitch markers (you can make your own stitch markers or purchase them online)
- Safety eyes if your ornament is an amigurumi style
- Scissors
- Yarn. I’ve recommended some good choice, but be sure to check each pattern for details
The Best Yarn for Crochet Ornaments
This is one of those items where it really depends on your preference. If you like the look of bulkier items or you want them to be more compact, you’ll shift your yarn weights to match. Each of the patterns has a recommended yarn, but you can easily change things up to match your personal aesthetic or your crocheting style.
In most instances, crochet ornaments look equally wonderful smaller or larger. So if you have a lot of Worsted Weight yarn in your stash, don’t be afraid to tackle an ornament made in DK weight. Remember to select a hook size that matches the yarn you choose.
Many people crochet ornaments out of acrylic yarn, but I’m a huge fan of a good cotton yarn. Cotton gives a nice, crisp clean look that I love! You also could use wool yarn. Christmas ornaments are small and pretty forgiving, so do some experimenting to see what works best for you!
Crochet Christmas Ornaments
These crochet Christmas ornament patterns have stolen my heart! Grab your crochet hooks, and some yarn, and get ready to dive into these fun Christmas crochet patterns!
Vintage Crochet Christmas Ornament
This gorgeous Christmas Ornament in jewel-tone colors brings a classic look to the tree. This fun ornament pattern can be crocheted in an evening making it the perfect quick project for those last-minute rush gifts! Plus, you can make it in your friend's favorite colors to really personalize it to everyone on your gift list.
Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Yarn
Crochet Snow Globe Ornaments
I love a crochet ornament pattern that is a fun twist on something else, like these cute Snow Globe Ornaments. I love how they incorporate fun Christmas buttons like the tiny snowman, reindeer, snowflake, and trees! So cute!
What a perfect project to crochet out of yarn scraps using simple stitches for beginners, especially since it includes a video tutorial! Plus, they will make such a stunning tree decoration and give your tree a little more of a story.
Yarn: Bernat Super Value
3-in-1 Ball Ornaments
I love the snowflake and reindeer baubles, but the Christmas Tree is pretty cute too! To make this crochet ornament, you'll need to know how to single crochet and be familiar with tapestry crochet. Pair your favorite holiday solid scrap yarn with white and make a set of these fun crochet Christmas ornaments for a festive holiday season!
Yarn: YarnArt Jeans
Christmas Polar Bear, Snowman, Penguin, and Bunny Baubles
How about these crochet Christmas decorations for your tree!? I love the modern style of the muted colors. These crochet Christmas ornaments are perfect for an intermediate crocheter and you'll end up with something absolutely adorable.
Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7
Rudolph Reindeer Crochet Pattern
If you're going for a classic, you might want to check out this adorable crochet reindeer Christmas ornament. The fast and fun Rudolph Ornament would also look great as a gift tag on a package!
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
Christmas Bells
These simply beautiful crochet ornaments remind me of Christmas at my Grandmother's! This would be such a fun crochet project to make.
Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Crochet Snowflake Ornament
Can't go wrong with a classic! This Crochet Snowflake Ornament captures Christmas nostalgia with this simple, elegant design!
This ornament uses basic crochet stitches like chain stitches, single crochet stitches, and double crochet stitches to form the beautiful snowflake. Use a crochet ornament or two for crochet Christmas decorations around your home (a crochet garland would be lovely) or tie one onto a Christmas gift as a gift topper.
Yarn: Red Heart Crochet Thread
Crochet Gingerbread Man Ornament
There's nothing like a classic gingerbread man to really show that holiday spirit. You can practically smell this deliciously adorable Gingerbread Man Ornament. Be sure to check out our collection of crochet gingerbread too!
Yarn: Lion Brand Yarn
Rustic Ornament
Ahh... this rustic ornament is so simple yet so perfect! This is a must for a minimalistic-themed Christmas Tree or in a bowl on the table for your Christmas decor.
Yarn: Bernat Maker Big Yarn
Crochet Angels
These Angels would make an elegant addition to your Christmas tree this year. They would also make a gorgeous holiday decoration for your office or tucked on a shelf in your home.
Yarn: Paintbox Simply DK
Crochet Ornaments 4-in-1
I can't decide if I love the snowman ornament or Santa Claus best... or maybe the reindeer... and that adorable elf! Sigh. Who wouldn't want these cuties scattered around the tree?
They really are so adorable, they can't help but spread holiday cheer wherever you put them. That cute beard and Santa hat on the Santa ornament really makes me smile!
Yarn: Lion Brand Yarn
Lovely Crochet Mittens Ornament
This free crochet pattern gave me the grandest idea. What if you put little chocolate kisses in the mitten for an extra special surprise on Christmas morning? Every holiday season deserves some chocolate, I say! Plus, since this is a rather simple design it's the perfect crochet project if you're looking for a quick gift.
Link: YarnArts Jeans
Red Truck Crocheted Ornament
I don't know about you, but I'm digging this red truck ornament. It just has that rough and tough, rustic feel to it that makes you want to run outside and build a snowman! Personally, I love that it includes the holiday tree in the back of the pickup, and the yarn colors are simply perfect!
Easy Crochet Star Pattern
The crochet star applique makes a lovely Christmas star ornament. Just work a little chain on one of the points and you have easy crochet Christmas ornaments ready for your Christmas tree!
Plus, you can make it in a bunch of vibrant colors so they stand out on your Christmas tree, or make them in more traditional colors so it adds just a bit of festive decor.
Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Yarn
Gnome Amigurumi Ornaments
These adorable crochet gnomes are the perfect pattern if you're looking for something to tie your tree together or you could make a bunch of small ones to add to your decor collection.
Yarn: Yarnart Begonia
Crochet Angel Pattern
These adorable crochet angels really give me farmhouse vibes. It's also a great way to use leftover yarn along the bottom as well. These would sell so well at a craft fair, don't you think? Plus, if you learn better with video tutorials, this pattern also includes a link to a video tutorial to help you along the way.
Cat Ornaments
This would be the perfect gift if you're looking to make something for a cat lover. It would be so cute to match this to your cat as well so you can have a little mini one on your tree.
Yarn: YarnArt Jeans
Santa, Elf, and Reindeer Bauble Ornament
These crochet baubles are just so precious! Whether you want a Santa, Elf, or Rudolph Reindeer Crochet Pattern, you're going to adore this pattern pack.
Link: YarnArt Jeans
Snowman Bauble Pattern
Look at these adorable snowman baubles! The hats are really selling it for me, especially those little pom poms.
Yarn: Caron Simply Soft Party Yarn if you like some sparkle otherwise Caron Simply Soft is a great choice!
Tree Ornament Pattern
Do you want your tree to have its own little tree? Well, this tree pattern is going to be perfect for you! This is honestly so adorable and it's perfect for adventurous beginner crocheters as well!
Yarn: Knit Picks Shine Worsted
Christmas Tree and Snowman Catching Snowflakes Ornament
Is it just me, or do these kind of look like crochet snow globe ornaments? Something about them really screams snow globe to me and I simply think they're adorable.
Crochet Ornament
Sometimes, all you want is a classic crochet ornament design and that is exactly what this beauty is. This is also a great crochet for beginners project as well since there aren't any complicated stitches.
Yarn: Cotton Lion Brand Yarn for a worsted weight ornament, but this could be made out of any weight yarn and look beautiful!
Pig in a Blanket
This is both so funny and so cute. If you're someone who enjoys having a variety of fun ornaments on your Christmas tree, you'll adore this pattern.
Yarn: Great stash buster if you have a lot of DK yarn, but for the pig I would recommend Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Santa Amigurumi Ornament
This little Santa is so cute! But, if you have littles or pets around and you're not really into safety eyes, you can always switch this out for yarn eyes instead.
Yarn: YarnArt Baby
Christmas Ornament Pack
This adorable pack of ornaments includes mini crochet stockings, lovely crochet mittens, and adorable hats. I love these traditional Christmas colors as well.
Yarn: YarnArt Baby
Striped Crochet Sweater
These adorable striped crochet sweater ornaments are just the cutest! I can just imagine how cute it would be to make a wide variety of these sweaters to match every member of your family.
Yarn: Schachenmayr Catania
Mug of Hot Chocolate Ornament
This adorable crochet ornament is perfect for any hot chocolate lover. I also absolutely adore the little design on the front of the mug.
Yarn: YarnArt Jeans
Crochet Cookie Pattern
This adorable crochet cookie pattern is the perfect addition to your tree. I love that they look like little frosted sugar cookies.
Crochet Tree Ornament
If you are searching for cute, modern crochet ornaments, I think this pattern really takes the cake. I love the simple design and the tassel that makes up the stump of the tree.
Vintage-Inspired Ornament Cover
This is so adorable! I love crochet items with a bit of a vintage feel, so this is right up my alley. Also, you could fill the little ball in the center with whatever you like, maybe some cute pictures or something.
Link: Lion Brand Prima Cotton
Explore More Christmas Crochet Patterns
Do you love crochet as much as I do? I think you’re going to love these other fun crochet patterns that are perfect for the holiday season:
- Crochet Stocking
- Crochet Snowman
- Crochet Snowman Coasters
- Crochet Santa Claus
- Christmas Crochet Afghans
- Crochet Advent Calendar Patterns
- Crochet Christmas Wreath Patterns
- Crochet Elf Hat Patterns
- Crochet Garland Patterns
- Crochet Granny Stockings
- Crochet Gingerbread
- Crochet Nativity
- Crochet Snowmen Collection
- Crochet Gift Ideas
- Crochet Tree Skirt Patterns
I love seeing your finished projects! If you enjoyed making these crochet ornament patterns I’d love to see yours on Instagram, be sure to tag me @crochet365knittoo. If you are on Facebook, stop over to the Crochet 365 Knit Too Facebook page or pop over to the Crochet365KnitToo Club and share a photo! I’d love to see your work!
Wow! So many great ornaments that I haven’t seen before. I look forward to making some of these. Thank you.
Hello Cheryl,
I just felt the need to say thank you for your post. I hadn’t realised how much I miss how Christmas used to be when I was growing up. I’m mid fifties now and the only family I really have is my son (24) who has never really liked Christmas – no idea why, he’s only interested in the pretty lights and maybe a tree on his desk.
Your memories brought back loads of mine, so many of the people who made the season special for me have long since passed away and I yearn to have that time back again.
I love reading your posts and emails because you have such a great way of telling the stories of your life. Thank you so much for sharing those and for your generosity with all the beautiful patterns you create and find for your readers.
Best wishes,
Linda
Thank you for your kind words! I’m glad I brought you back memories of your childhood Christmases!
Where can I find the vintage angels patterns.
I just checked and it seems it is no longer available 🙁 you could try messaging the store owner on Etsy in case it’s just temporarily out of stock.
Thanks for the beautiful Christmas patterns. I look forward to crocheting a few new ones for my tree.