Spiral Crochet Christmas Tree Ornament Pattern

Materials

• DK or sport-weight cotton yarn in deep forest green 25-35 g
• DK or sport-weight cotton yarn in warm cream 25-35 g
• Fine metallic gold crochet thread small amount
• 3 mm crochet hook 1
• 2.5 mm crochet hook optional for star
• Small metallic gold beads 10-14 per tree
• Larger gold bead 1 per tree
• Yarn needle 1
• Scissors 1 pair
• Matching sewing thread small amount

Abbreviations

Finished Measurements

• Tree height: approximately 14-16 cm / 5.5-6.3 in
• Total length with star and bead: approximately 18-21 cm / 7-8.3 in
• Widest spiral: approximately 9-11 cm / 3.5-4.3 in
• Star: approximately 3.5-4 cm / 1.4-1.6 in

Main Spiral Tree

Using deep green or cream yarn, ch 80.

R1: Beginning in the second ch from hook, work 2 sc in each ch across.

The strip will begin curling naturally. Do not straighten it.

R2: ch 2, turn. Work 2 hdc in each st across.

The crochet strip should now form a strong corkscrew spiral.

R3: ch 3, turn. Work the following repeat across:

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

Continue to the end.

FO, leaving a long tail.

Shaping the Christmas Tree

Place the finished spiral on a flat surface.

Beginning at one end, arrange the coils vertically so the smallest loop sits at the top.

Gradually widen each following loop as you move downward.

The finished silhouette should resemble a tapered Christmas tree:

small at the top → progressively wider → broadest at the bottom.

Use the long yarn tail and a yarn needle to make several discreet stitches through the center of the spiral.

Do not sew every layer tightly together. The ornament should remain open and three-dimensional.

Gold Crochet Edging

Join metallic gold thread along the outer edge of the spiral.

Work 1 sl st loosely into each edge stitch from the top to the bottom.

Alternatively, work:

*sl st in next 2 sts, ch 1* around the edge for a slightly more decorative finish.

FO and weave in carefully.

Gold Bead Decorations

Thread a sewing needle with strong matching thread.

Sew small gold beads individually along the outer edge of the spiral.

Space the beads approximately 2-3 cm apart.

Alternate their positions slightly between the different spiral levels so the decoration looks natural.

Secure each bead separately.

Crochet Star Topper

Using metallic gold yarn or mustard-gold cotton:

R1: MR, 10 sc into ring. Join with sl st.

R2: *ch 4, sl st in second ch from hook, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, skip 1 st of center ring, sl st in next st*.

Repeat this sequence 5 times to create five star points.

FO leaving a long tail.

Shaping the Star

Gently stretch each point with your fingers.

Lightly block the star if necessary.

For a firmer ornament, brush a very small amount of diluted fabric stiffener onto the back and allow it to dry completely.

Attaching the Star

Position the gold star directly above the narrowest part of the spiral.

Use the long yarn tail to sew the bottom two points securely to the uppermost coil.

Keep the remaining points free so the star stays dimensional.

Bottom Gold Bead

Cut approximately 15 cm / 6 in of matching yarn.

Attach it securely to the center of the lowest spiral.

Thread one larger gold bead onto the yarn.

Tie a secure knot immediately beneath the bead.

Trim and hide the remaining yarn tail.

Hanging Loop

Using metallic gold thread or matching yarn, ch 35-40.

FO leaving both ends long.

Fold the chain in half to create a hanging loop.

Sew both ends securely to the back of the star.

For a more delicate appearance, you may use thin gold cord instead of crochet chain.

Green Christmas Tree Version

Use:

• Deep forest green for the spiral
• Metallic gold for the outer edging
• Gold beads throughout the spiral
• Mustard-gold or metallic yarn for the star
• One larger gold bead at the bottom

This creates the traditional Christmas version shown in the inspiration.

Winter Cream Version

Use:

• Warm ivory or natural cream for the spiral
• Champagne-gold edging
• Small antique-gold beads
• Gold star topper
• One gold bead at the bottom

The cream version gives the ornament a softer farmhouse or neutral Christmas look.

Assembly

1. Crochet the long spiral strip.
2. Arrange it into a tapered Christmas-tree silhouette.
3. Secure the center discreetly with several stitches.
4. Add the fine metallic edging.
5. Sew the small gold beads around the spiral.
6. Crochet and attach the five-point star.
7. Add the larger bottom bead.
8. Attach the hanging loop behind the star.
9. Shape the spiral gently with your fingers.

Optional Firmer Version

If you want the spiral to stay perfectly shaped when hanging:

1. Mix a small amount of fabric stiffener according to the manufacturer’s directions.
2. Apply lightly to the back of the crochet spiral.
3. Arrange the ornament into its final shape.
4. Allow it to dry completely on a protected surface.

Avoid soaking the ornament because excessive stiffener can remove the soft handmade crochet texture.

Mini Ornament Version

For a smaller Christmas-tree ornament:

Ch 55 instead of 80.

Follow the same spiral instructions.

Use fewer decorative beads and crochet the star with a 2 mm hook.

The finished mini tree should measure approximately 11-13 cm before the hanging loop.