Crochet Spiral Christmas Tree Hanging Ornaments

Materials

• DK / Light Worsted #3 cotton yarn – forest green 40-50 g
• DK / Light Worsted #3 cotton yarn – Christmas red 40-50 g
• DK / Light Worsted #3 cotton yarn – warm cream 40-50 g
• Small amount of white yarn for snowflakes 10 g
• 3.5 mm crochet hook 1
• Wooden beads, approximately 12-15 mm 3
• Small gold jingle bells 3
• Small swivel clasps or lobster clasps 3
• Yarn needle 1
• Scissors 1 pair
• Stitch markers optional
• Fabric stiffener or diluted PVA glue optional

Abbreviations

Finished Measurements

• Total hanging length: approximately 42-48 cm / 16.5-19 in
• Star: approximately 11-13 cm / 4.25-5 in
• Spiral tree: approximately 23-27 cm / 9-10.5 in
• Mini bell: approximately 5-6 cm / 2-2.4 in
• Hanging loop: approximately 8-10 cm / 3-4 in

Part 1 – Crochet Star

Make one star in the main color of each ornament.

Round 1

Make a MR.

Ch 3, work 9 dc into MR.

Sl st to top of beginning ch-3.

10 dc total.

Round 2

Ch 1.

Work 2 sc in each stitch around.

Sl st to first sc.

20 sc total.

Round 3 – Form the Five Star Points

*Sl st in next st.

In next st work:

(sc, hdc, dc, tr, ch 2, tr, dc, hdc, sc).

Sl st in next 2 sts.*

Repeat from * to * around until you have 5 points.

Sl st to beginning.

FO.

Star Border

For the red and green stars, use the same main color for a thick monochrome edge.

For the cream star, continue with cream.

Join yarn at the base of any point.

Work sc evenly around the entire star.

At the very tip of each point work:

(sc, ch 2, sc).

Sl st to close.

FO and weave in ends.

Part 2 – Crochet Snowflake

Using white or cream yarn, make a MR.

Round 1

Ch 1.

Work 12 sc into MR.

Sl st to first sc.

Round 2

*Ch 6.

Sl st in 2nd ch from hook.

Ch 3, sl st back into same chain.

Ch 4, sl st back into same chain.

Continue sl st down remaining chains.

Sl st into next 2 sts of center.*

Repeat until you have 6 snowflake arms.

FO.

Attach the Snowflake

Center the snowflake on the front of the crochet star.

Using matching white yarn, sew the center securely to the star.

Add one or two tiny stitches near the ends of each snowflake arm so the motif lies flat while keeping its delicate raised appearance.

Part 3 – Hanging Loop

Using the same color as the star, ch 35-40.

Sl st back along the entire chain for a stronger cord.

FO leaving a long tail.

Fold the cord into a loop.

Thread it through the swivel clasp and sew both ends securely behind the top star point.

Part 4 – Spiral Christmas Tree

The spiral is created from a long crocheted strip with strong increases. Once finished, the strip naturally curls into the dramatic Christmas-tree spiral.

Foundation

Using the same main color as the star, ch 75.

Row 1

Work 2 dc in 4th ch from hook.

Work 3 dc in every chain across.

The strip will immediately begin curling.

Row 2 – Create a Fuller Spiral

Ch 3 and turn.

Work:

*2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next st.*

Repeat across.

FO leaving a long tail.

Allow the strip to coil naturally.

Shape the Spiral into a Tree

Lay the spiral vertically.

Keep the upper coils smaller and gradually spread the lower coils wider.

The silhouette should resemble a stylized Christmas tree:

• Narrow at the top
• Medium through the center
• Wide at the bottom

Thread a long strand of matching yarn vertically through the center of the spiral.

Secure the yarn through several coils while maintaining approximately 3-5 cm between each level.

Attach the Wooden Bead

Thread one wooden bead onto the center cord between the star and spiral.

The bead acts as a decorative spacer and helps the spiral hang freely.

Secure the upper end of the spiral below the bead.

Part 5 – Mini Crochet Bell

Using cream yarn, make a MR.

Round 1

Work 6 sc into MR.

6 sts.

Round 2

2 sc in each st around.

12 sts.

Round 3

*Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st.*

Repeat around.

18 sts.

Rounds 4-7

Sc in every stitch around.

Bell Flare

Round 8

*Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st.*

Repeat around.

Round 9

Work 2 hdc in every stitch around.

This creates the flared lower edge.

Round 10

Sc evenly around.

Sl st to first sc.

FO.

Part 6 – Holly Leaves

Using forest green yarn, ch 8.

Starting in 2nd ch from hook work:

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

In last chain work (sc, ch 2, sc).

Continue along opposite side:

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

FO.

Make 2 leaves for each bell.

Holly Berries

Using red yarn, make MR.

Work 6 sc into MR.

Pull tightly closed.

Sl st to first sc.

FO leaving a sewing tail.

Make 3 berries per bell.

Decorate the Bell

Arrange two green leaves near the upper front edge of the cream bell.

Sew them securely.

Position three red berries between the leaves.

Sew each berry firmly in place.

Add the Gold Jingle Bell

Cut approximately 20 cm of strong yarn.

Thread it through the center of the crochet bell.

Attach a small gold jingle bell underneath.

Pull the yarn upward through the center and secure firmly.

The metal bell should hang slightly below the crochet bell so it can move freely.

Final Assembly

1. Place the crochet star at the top.
2. Attach the hanging loop and clasp.
3. Thread one wooden bead below the star.
4. Attach the upper end of the spiral below the bead.
5. Shape the spiral into progressively wider coils.
6. Attach the decorated cream bell beneath the final coil.
7. Make sure the gold jingle bell hangs freely at the bottom.

Forest Green Version

Use:

• Forest green star
• White snowflake
• Natural wooden bead
• Forest green spiral
• Cream bell
• Green holly leaves
• Red berries
• Gold jingle bell

Christmas Red Version

Use:

• Deep Christmas red star
• White snowflake
• Natural wooden bead
• Red spiral
• Cream bell
• Green holly leaves
• Red berries
• Gold jingle bell

Winter Cream Version

Use:

• Warm cream star
• White or slightly lighter cream snowflake
• Natural wooden bead
• Warm cream spiral
• Cream bell
• Green holly leaves
• Red berries
• Gold jingle bell

Optional Stiffening

If your cotton yarn is soft, lightly stiffen the star and spiral.

Mix fabric stiffener according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Apply a small amount to the back of the star.

Pin the five points into shape.

For the spiral, shape each coil around a cylindrical object or position it manually while drying.

Allow everything to dry completely before final assembly.

Alternative Color Ideas

• Burgundy + cream + antique gold
• Sage green + ivory + natural wood
• Dusty blue + white + silver
• Forest green + beige + brass
• All cream with natural wooden beads
• Red + forest green + cream for a traditional Christmas set

Where to Hang Them

• In front of a sunny Christmas window
• From a curtain rod
• On interior door handles
• Along a staircase garland
• From fireplace mantel hooks
• On wall pegs
• As handmade Christmas gifts

Final Finishing

1. Weave in all visible yarn ends.
2. Block the stars so all five points are symmetrical.
3. Check that each snowflake is centered.
4. Adjust the spiral coils from narrow to wide.
5. Secure the wooden bead.
6. Check the holly leaves and berries.
7. Test that the gold bell moves freely.
8. Hang the ornament and make final spacing adjustments.