Free crochet ornament pattern | Christmas ornament crochet

Looking for a quick and festive crochet project? This free crochet ornament applique pattern is a fun way to add handmade charm to your holiday décor. Designed with simple stitches and easy shaping, this ornament applique works up fast and is perfect for confident beginners.

This pattern also includes a step-by-step video tutorial, making it easy to follow along as you crochet the ornament from start to finish. Whether you’re decorating for Christmas or making handmade gifts, these crochet ornaments are a great addition to your holiday projects.

Free and easy crochet Christmas ornament applique pattern with video tutorial text overlay, featuring round crochet ornaments in bright holiday colors.

Ways to use this crochet ornament applique

This crochet ornament applique is small, lightweight, and versatile, making it easy to use in many holiday projects. Here are some fun ideas:

Hang on your Christmas tree as a handmade ornament
String several together to create a festive garland
Sew onto stockings, tree skirts, or holiday blankets
Use as gift toppers or gift tags
Add to pillows, tote bags, or other holiday décor

Because these appliques are quick to make, they’re also great for craft fairs, classroom projects, or last-minute Christmas decorating.

Crochet ornament applique pattern details

Below you’ll find everything you need to know to make this crochet ornament applique, including skill level, materials, sizing, and helpful pattern notes.

Skill level

Beginner — This crochet ornament applique pattern uses basic stitches and simple shaping, making it a great project for confident beginners.

Materials needed

Crochet hook size G-6 (4 mm) — Gauge is not critical for this pattern.
Worsted weight yarn (#4) — In red, orange, yellow, green, blue, gray, and white.
Yarn needle — For weaving in ends neatly.
Scissors — To cut your yarn.
Stitch markers — Use these to help keep track of your stitches.

Finished size

The finished crochet ornament applique measures approximately 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) wide and 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) long.

Gauge

Gauge is not critical for this pattern. Small differences in tension will only slightly affect the finished size.

Crochet abbreviations

hdc = half double crochet stitches
ch/chs = chain/chains
st/sts = stitch/stitches
sl st = slip stitch
rnd/rnds = round/rounds
rem = remaining

Pattern notes

Join each round with a slip stitch to the first stitch.
Beginning chains do not count as stitches.
Repeat instructions between asterisks (*) for the rest of the round.
Use stitch markers to mark the first stitch of each round or row.
The pattern is written in US crochet terms.

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Vertical arrangement of crocheted Christmas ornament appliques in festive colors, showing a free crochet ornament pattern worked in the round with simple stitches.

How to crochet Christmas ornaments (video tutorial)

Follow along with this step-by-step video tutorial to see how to crochet the Christmas ornament applique from start to finish.

Free crochet ornament applique pattern instructions

Follow the step-by-step instructions below to crochet each part of this free crochet ornament applique pattern from start to finish.

Crochet ornament

Round 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 9 hdc, join (9 sts)
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 hdc in each st around, join (18 sts)
Round 3: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next st around*, join (27 sts)
Round 4: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 2 sts* around, join (36 sts)
Round 5: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 3 sts* around, join (45 sts)

Crochet ornament cap

Join yarn to the top of the ornament.

Row 1: Ch 2, hdc in 5 sts, turn (5 sts)
Row 2: Ch 2, hdc in each st, fasten off leaving a long tail (5 sts)

Crochet ornament loop

Using the long yarn tail from the ornament cap, attach it to the opposite side of the cap to form a hanging loop. Tie off and weave in ends.

Adding the ornament sparkle

Use white yarn to stitch a short sparkle line onto the ornament.

Finishing the crochet ornament

Weave in all remaining yarn ends using a yarn needle.

Five round crochet Christmas ornament appliques in red, orange, yellow, green, and blue, made with a free crochet ornament applique pattern and finished with hanging loops.

Crochet ornament applique pattern FAQs

Is this crochet ornament applique pattern beginner-friendly?
Yes. This free crochet ornament applique pattern uses basic stitches and simple shaping, making it a great project for confident beginners. The included video tutorial is especially helpful if you like learning by watching.

What yarn works best for this crochet ornament applique?
Worsted weight yarn (#4) works best. Acrylic yarn is a great choice for ornaments and décor, while cotton yarn works well if you prefer a firmer finish.

Does gauge matter for this pattern?
No. Gauge is not critical for this crochet ornament applique pattern. Small differences in tension will only slightly affect the finished size.

How big is the finished crochet ornament applique?
Approximately 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) wide and 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) long, depending on your yarn and tension.

Can I sell items made using this pattern?
Yes, you may sell finished items made using this crochet ornament applique pattern. Please do not sell or redistribute the pattern itself.

What can I attach this crochet ornament applique to?
This applique works well as a tree ornament, garland piece, gift topper, or decoration for stockings, blankets, bags, and other Christmas or holiday-themed projects.

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