Crochet Christmas Poinsettia Ornament Pattern

Materials

• Sport or DK cotton yarn – deep Christmas red 30–40 g
• Sport or DK cotton yarn – ivory / warm white 15–20 g
• Sport or DK cotton yarn – forest green 20–30 g
• Fine metallic crochet thread – gold small amount
• 2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook 1
• Yarn needle 1
• Scissors 1 pair
• Small red beads 5–7
• Small gold beads 8–12
• Strong sewing thread small amount
• Optional thin floral wire for shaping

Abbreviations – US Terms

Finished Size

Approximately 15–18 cm / 6–7 in across, depending on yarn, hook size and blocking.

The hanging loop adds approximately 6–8 cm / 2.5–3 in.

Construction

The ornament is assembled in layers:

1. 8 large red outer petals
2. 8 smaller red petals
3. 5 ivory center petals
4. 3 large forest-green leaves
5. 1 circular crochet backing
6. 1 decorative beaded center
7. 1 hanging loop

The individual motifs are crocheted separately and sewn securely onto the backing circle.

Part 1 – Large Red Petals

Make 8 with deep-red yarn.

Ch 11.

Side 1

Starting in the second chain from hook:

sl st, sc, hdc, dc, dc, tr, tr, dc, hdc, sc.

Ch 2 at the tip.

Side 2

Working down the opposite side of the foundation chain:

sc, hdc, dc, tr, tr, dc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st.

Join at the base.

FO red, leaving a sewing tail.

Gold Edge – Large Petals

Join metallic-gold thread at the base of the petal.

Sl st loosely around the entire outer edge.

At the pointed tip, work:

sl st, ch 1, sl st

into the tip space to preserve the sharp poinsettia shape.

FO and weave in carefully.

Part 2 – Smaller Red Petals

Make 8.

Ch 8.

Starting in the second chain from hook:

sl st, sc, hdc, dc, tr, dc, sc.

Ch 2.

Work down the opposite side:

sc, dc, tr, dc, hdc, sc, sl st.

FO.

Add the same gold slip-stitch edging used on the large petals.

Part 3 – Ivory Inner Petals

Make 5 with ivory yarn.

Ch 7.

Starting in the second chain from hook:

sl st, sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc.

Ch 2.

On the opposite side work:

sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st.

FO.

Edge each ivory petal with metallic-gold thread using loose slip stitches.

Part 4 – Forest-Green Leaves

Make 3 large leaves.

Ch 12 with forest-green yarn.

Starting in the second chain from hook:

sl st, sc, hdc, dc, dc, tr, tr, dc, dc, hdc, sc.

Ch 2 at the tip.

Work down the opposite side:

sc, hdc, dc, dc, tr, tr, dc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st.

FO, leaving a long tail.

Gold Veins on the Leaves

Thread a yarn needle with metallic-gold thread.

Beginning at the base, embroider one straight central vein toward the pointed tip.

Add 3–4 short diagonal veins on each side.

Keep the stitches slightly loose so the leaf does not curl.

For extra sparkle, work a very fine gold slip-stitch edge around each leaf.

Part 5 – Crochet Backing Circle

Use forest-green yarn.

Round 1

MR, 6 sc.

6 sts.

Round 2

Inc around.

12 sts.

Round 3

Repeat [1 sc, inc] around.

18 sts.

Round 4

Repeat [2 sc, inc] around.

24 sts.

Round 5

Repeat [3 sc, inc] around.

30 sts.

Round 6

Repeat [4 sc, inc] around.

36 sts.

FO.

Part 6 – Assemble the Green Layer

Place the backing circle flat.

Arrange the 3 green leaves around the upper and side sections of the circle.

Allow the pointed ends to extend beyond the backing.

Sew the bases of the leaves securely to the circle.

Do not sew the entire leaf flat. Leaving the tips slightly free gives the ornament more dimension.

Part 7 – Assemble the Large Red Petals

Arrange the 8 large red petals evenly in a circular flower shape.

Overlap each petal slightly at its base.

The tips should radiate outward between and over the green leaves.

Sew each petal firmly through the backing circle.

Part 8 – Add the Smaller Red Layer

Place the 8 smaller red petals over the first layer.

Rotate this layer slightly so each small petal sits between two large petals.

Sew only the lower third of each petal to the backing.

Leave the upper sections free so the flower keeps its layered 3D appearance.

Part 9 – Add the Ivory Petals

Arrange the 5 ivory petals in a star-shaped flower at the center.

Overlap the bases slightly.

Sew them firmly through all previous layers and into the backing circle.

Shape the ivory tips upward very slightly.

Part 10 – Beaded Christmas Center

Thread a strong sewing needle with matching or transparent thread.

Begin by sewing 5–7 red beads close together at the center.

Add the gold beads around and between them to form a dense sparkling cluster.

Pass through each bead more than once so the center remains secure.

Knot the thread firmly on the back.

Part 11 – Hanging Loop

With metallic-gold yarn or sturdy gold cord:

Ch 35–45, depending on your preferred loop length.

Sl st back through every chain for a stronger cord.

FO, leaving two long tails.

Fold the cord into a loop.

Sew both ends securely to the upper back of the green backing circle.

Pass through several stitches before knotting.

Final Assembly Check

1. Check that all three green leaves are secure.
2. Spread the eight large red petals evenly.
3. Position the smaller red petals between them.
4. Shape the five ivory petals around the center.
5. Check every bead individually.
6. Make sure the hanging loop is strongly attached.
7. Weave in all remaining yarn ends.

Blocking and Shaping

Lightly mist the crochet petals and leaves with water.

Arrange the ornament on a blocking mat.

Pin every large red petal into a sharp point.

Pin the ivory petals separately so their shapes remain visible.

Stretch the green leaves gently outward.

Allow the ornament to dry completely.

Once dry, gently bend the upper petals forward to restore the layered dimensional effect.

Optional Extra Stiffness

If you want the ornament to hold a very crisp shape, lightly stiffen only the backs of the petals and leaves.

You can also crochet around a very fine floral wire while adding the final gold edging.

Keep any wire completely enclosed inside the crochet stitches.

Color Variations

Traditional Christmas: deep red, ivory, forest green and antique gold.

White Christmas: ivory petals, champagne-gold edging and sage-green leaves.

Burgundy Elegance: burgundy, cream, dark olive and muted gold.

Vintage Christmas: brick red, oatmeal, moss green and bronze-gold.

Pink Christmas: dusty rose, cream, eucalyptus green and champagne.

Winter Blue: navy, icy blue, white and silver.

Ways to Use the Finished Poinsettia

• Christmas tree ornament
• Door or cabinet decoration
• Holiday gift topper
• Christmas garland centerpiece
• Handmade stocking decoration
• Holiday table setting accent
• Festive wall hanging
• Handmade keepsake gift

Care Instructions

Because the ornament contains beads and metallic thread, spot cleaning is recommended.

If necessary, gently wipe the crochet with a slightly damp cloth.

Do not machine wash or tumble dry.

Store the ornament flat in a box after Christmas to protect the pointed petals and beadwork.