Looking for a quick holiday make that looks charming on the tree and doubles as a handmade gift? This crochet Christmas bauble is worked in simple rounds of double crochet, finished with a little sage-green cap and a loop for hanging. It’s a great beginner crochet ornament pattern: no shaping tricks, just a flat circle that works up in about an hour.
Make a few in blush pink, cream, and sage green for a soft, modern farmhouse tree. They also make lovely gift toppers, garland pieces, and stocking stuffers.
Skill Level
Beginner / advanced beginner. You’ll need to be comfortable with a magic ring, chain, slip stitch, single crochet, and double crochet.
Finished Size
About 4 inches (10 cm) wide, excluding the loop, using DK or worsted weight cotton yarn. Yarn weight and hook size change the final size.
Materials
- DK or worsted weight cotton yarn: blush pink (main color), about 40 yds / 36 m
- Sage green yarn (cap and loop), about 10 yds / 9 m
- 3.5–4.0 mm crochet hook (go down a size if your stitches look loose)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch marker (optional)
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- MR: magic ring
- st(s): stitch(es)
- inc: 2 dc in the same stitch
Pattern Notes
- The bauble is worked in joined rounds, turning or not turning is up to you. Not turning gives a neater right side.
- Each round begins with ch 3, which counts as your first dc.
- Join each round with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3.
- Stitch counts are in brackets at the end of each round. Check them as you go.
Pattern Instructions
The Bauble (pink)
Round 1: Make a MR. Ch 3 (counts as dc), work 11 dc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the top of the ch-3 and pull the ring tight. (12 dc)
Round 2: Ch 3, dc in the same stitch. Inc in the next stitch. Repeat around. Join. (24 dc)
Round 3: Ch 3, dc in the same stitch. Dc in the next st, inc in the next st. Repeat around, ending with a dc in the last stitch. Join. (36 dc)
Round 4: Ch 3, dc in the same stitch. Dc in each of the next 2 sts, inc in the next st. Repeat around, ending with 2 dc. Join. (48 dc)
Round 5: Ch 3, dc in the same stitch. Dc in each of the next 3 sts, inc in the next st. Repeat around, ending with 3 dc. Join. (60 dc)
Round 6 (edging): Ch 1, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. Fasten off and weave in the ends. (60 sc)
Tip: if your circle starts to ruffle, you have too many stitches for your tension, so go down a hook size. If it cups, try going up one.
The Cap (green)
- Ch 5 with the green yarn.
- Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch across. (4 sc)
- Rows 2–3: Ch 1, turn, sc in each stitch across. (4 sc)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Your cap should be a small rectangle, 4 stitches wide and 3 rows tall.
The Hanging Loop (green)
Join green yarn to a corner of the cap’s top edge. Ch 25–30, then sl st to the opposite corner so the chain forms a loop. For a sturdier loop, work sc back along the chain or slip stitch along it.
Assembly
- Lay the cap flat at the top of the circle and pin it in place.
- Sew the bottom edge of the cap securely to the top of the bauble with the yarn needle.
- Fold the cap’s side edges slightly around the circle for a neat “ornament top” look.
- Weave in all ends and block lightly if needed.
Tips for the Best Crochet Ornaments
- Use cotton yarn. It holds its shape and shows off stitch definition.
- Stuff it for a 3D bauble. To make a puffy ornament, make two circles, join them with sc around, and add a little fiberfill before closing.
- Stiffen it. A light spray of fabric stiffener or a diluted white glue wash helps the bauble stay flat and firm.
- Mix and match colors. Cranberry red with cream, mint with gold, or white with silver all look beautiful.
- Add embellishments. Try small beads, a ribbon bow, or a stripe of contrasting yarn in the last round.
Frequently Asked Questions
What yarn is best for crochet Christmas ornaments?
Cotton or acrylic DK/worsted yarn works well. Cotton gives crisp stitches and holds its shape best.
Can I make the ornament bigger?
Yes. Continue the increase pattern, adding 1 more dc between increases each round (12 more stitches per round), until it reaches your desired size.
How do I stop my crochet circle from curling?
Make sure each round has the correct number of stitches, and use a hook size that gives you a relaxed, even tension.
Can I sell items made from this pattern?
Please check your own policy. If you adapt this for sale, a credit link back to the original post is always appreciated.
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