These 25 free patterns for crochet Christmas ornaments offer a little something for everyone.
After all, crochet ornaments are a fun and festive way to decorate for the holidays.
Not only do the ornaments look great on a Christmas tree, but many of the 25 included below can also be pinned to a bulletin board, hung from a hook, or just displayed as is.
Crochet ornaments are also the perfect creative outlet (and gift) for the holiday season.
You don’t need a lot of yarn for the project.
And, the object you’re creating is small enough that you easily put it in a purse and get some work done in those “free” moments throughout the day.
Then, when you’re packing to travel, a crocheted Christmas ornament is easy to pack and lightweight.
Best Yarns for Crochet Christmas Ornaments
Before you get started, you may be wondering what yarn is the best yarn to use for crochet ornaments.
And what are the most cost-effective options?
There are a few things to consider when choosing yarn for crochet ornaments.
First, you want a yarn that is soft and easy to use. You also want a yarn that is durable and will hold up well over time.
The yarn also has to be affordable if you plan on making a lot of them.
Here are a few of the best yarns for crochet ornaments:
- Acrylic yarn: Acrylic yarn is a great all-purpose yarn that is soft, durable, and affordable. It is also available in a wide variety of colors.
- Cotton yarn: Cotton yarn is another good option for crochet ornaments. It is a natural fiber that is soft and breathable. It is also machine washable, which is a plus.
- Mercerized cotton yarn: Mercerized cotton yarn is a type of cotton yarn that has been treated to give it a sheen and a smoother texture. It is a good choice for ornaments that you want to look extra special.
- Wool yarn: Wool yarn is a warm and luxurious yarn that is perfect for making cozy ornaments. However, it is also a more expensive yarn.
Making Cost-Effective Crochet Ornaments
If you are on a budget, there are a few things you can do to save money on yarn for crochet ornaments.
- Look for sales: Many craft stores have sales on yarn throughout the year. You can also find great deals on yarn online.
- Buy in bulk: If you know you will be making a lot of ornaments, it can be cheaper to buy yarn in bulk.
- Use scrap yarn: If you have any scrap yarn lying around, you can use it to make ornaments. This is a great way to use up leftovers and save money.
No matter what yarn you choose, make sure it is a yarn that you enjoy using.
Crocheting Christmas ornaments should be a fun and enjoyable experience.
Additional Tips
– Use a small crochet hook
A small crochet hook will help you create smaller, more delicate ornaments.
– Use a variety of stitches
There are many different crochet stitches that you can use to make ornaments.
Experiment with different stitches to create unique and interesting ornaments.
– Embellish your ornaments
You can embellish your ornaments with beads, buttons, or other embellishments.
This is a great way to add a personal touch to your ornaments.
Free Crochet Chrismtas Ornaments
These free crochet Chrismtas ornament patterns include baulbles, gift card holders, Christmas trees, Christmas sweaters/jumpers, reindeer, and more!
Many of these crochet ornaments use scrap yarn so they're perfect for those smaller pieces that you're looking to use up.
This crochet Chrismtas bauble would be a great ornament for any tree, big or small.
Crochet Holly Jolly Christmas Ornament Gift Card Holder - Free Pattern
This crochet Christmas ornament serves two purposes!
Not only does it add some creative color to your tree, it's also a gift card holder.
This option is for all of you who also like to knit.
This classic bauble Christmas tree ornament is knit with striping sock yarn, so the color changes are easy.
Great way to use up your sock yarn scraps!
A beginner-friendly Crochet Gnome (or Santa, you decide!) ornament free pattern to decorate your tree or mantel this holiday season.
This also makes a great gift for your favorite teacher's classoom.
This is a "twist" on the viral wind spinner pattern from TikTok.
Full video tutorial available as well.
Granny Bauble Christmas Ornament - Free Crochet Pattern & Video — Juniper & Oakes
This crochet granny bauble is similar to another on in the list, but I always like to provide options in case the way one designer explains it works better for you than another.
This crochet amigurumi mug is for all the coffee (and hot cocoa) lovers!
This is a fun option if you're looking for a crochet ornament that is less conventional.
This crochet Christmas bauble will add a nice pop to your tree just like traditional ornaments.
This crochet Christmas wreath is is pefect for a tree or decorative addition to a vase or gift wrap.
The winter season always brings the cold so why not add a little mitten to your tree to add a fun winter accessory to your tree design!
No Christmas tree is complete without a reindeer or two.
This Christmas wreath amigurumi adds a little whimsy to the average wreath.
This mini Christmas jumper ornament is another fun winter accessory.
This option is great because you can do a different color combinastion for each person in your family.
If you love snow, this snowman in the shape of a heart is a great addition to your crochet ornament collection.
This tree is a closed pattern that you could easily add some beads or pom poms to it to have ornaments on the tree.
Santa Claus is coming...to a tree near you!
These sweet popcorn stars are a little bit Boho and a lot sweet!
They can be used as ornaments, as motifs that can be joined to make a sweet throw or cushion cover, or as motifs to make pretty bunting with.
This reindeer option add some dimension to your crochet ornament.
Santa Belt Christmas Ornament - Free Crochet Pattern Easily Made
If you want a more subtle Santa ornament, this buckle pattern is a great choice.
This Christmas wreath crochet pattern is your more tranditional green wreath with red berries.
This flat wreath pattern is another option that can be used as an adornment on other Christmas decor or as part of your gift wrap.
Perfect scrap buster rustic Christmas Tree Ornament for the holidays.
Quick and easy to make.
Oozing cute, these star motifs can be used as decorations, as bunting, or stitched together as a sweet throw.
A great little stash buster, this is a quick and satisfying make.
This Christmas kitty ornament is for all the cat lovers out there.
This Nordic dove addsa nice element to any tree.
Quick crochet pattern for a triangle granny Christmas tree ornament
This crochet Christmas tree ornament is an open pattern that works up quickly.
Crochet Ornaments Add A Unique Touch
A crocheted Christmas ornament adds a colorful and unique touch to any tree.
So, hopefully you found a handful of options for your hoilday projects this year.
And if after making the ornaments, you’re still on a Christmas decor kick, make a colorful light-up Christmas wreath.