Create your own Christmas decorations this year! The below Christmas ornaments are quick and easy to make, perfect as your first crochet project. Crocheted ornaments are very practical. If you have small children or pets, you do not have to worry about someone accidentally breaking these ornaments.
Take a look at these free Christmas ornament crochet patterns. You can find Santa, Christmas Elf, Christmas Gnome, Snowman ornaments and many more. Happy crocheting!
Snowman Ornament
Photo credit: Lia Jones
This crochet pattern is ideal to use up yarn scraps from your stash. The snowman’s scarf and hat can be any color, you can even make a striped hat to use up every inch of yarn.
Suggested Yarn
- Schachenmayr Catania (100% Cotton, 125m (137yds)/50g (1.76oz), Sport Weight) Yarn
Hook size: 2.00 mm
Difficulty: Beginner
Santa Amigurumi Ornament
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You can put this cute Santa amigurumi ornament on your mantel or hang in your Christmas tree.
Suggested Yarn
- 25g/0.9oz Rico Creative Cotton Aran / worsted in Cherry
- 10g/0.35oz Rico Creative Cotton Aran / worsted in White
- 7g/0.25oz Rico Creative Cotton Aran / worsted in Clay
Hook size: 3.50 mm
Difficulty: Beginner
Gingerbread Hearts
Photo credit: Lia Jones
These gingerbread hearts are quick and easy to make.
Suggested Yarn
- Schachenmayr Catania
Hook size: 3.50 mm
Difficulty: Beginner
Christmas Elf
Photo credit: Lia Jone
This free Christmas Elf crochet pattern is fun, festive, and surprisingly quick to stitch up.
Suggested Yarn
- Schachenmayr Catania
Hook size: 2.00 mm
Difficulty: Beginner
Mini Amigurumi Christmas Tree
Photo credit: Lia Jones
Whether you’re crafting ornaments, shelf sitters, or a whole forest of mini trees, this pattern is sure to bring cozy Christmas magic to your hooks.
Suggested Yarn
- Schachenmayr Catania
Hook size: 2.00 mm
Difficulty: Beginner
Christmas Bauble Ornament
Photo credit: Lia Jones
You can use these Christmas baubles as Christmas tree ornaments, gift toppers, or stocking stuffers.
Suggested Yarn
- Schachenmayr Catania (100% Cotton, 125m (137yds)/50g (1.76oz), Sport Weight) Yarn
Hook size: 3.50 mm
Difficulty: Beginner
Wreath Ornament
Photo credit: Lia Jones
This crochet Christmas wreath ornament is very quick and easy to make, perfect for beginners, even as your first crochet project.
Suggested Yarn
- Schachenmayr Catania (100% Cotton, 125m (137yds)/50g (1.76oz), Sport Weight) Yarn
Hook size: 3.50 mm
Difficulty: Beginner
Christmas Ornament
Photo credit: Lia Jones
These easy crochet ornaments also make thoughtful gifts, stocking stuffers, or unique package toppers that friends and family will love. You can also use them as coasters for holiday drinks and festive table settings.
Suggested Yarn
- Schachenmayr Catania (100% Cotton, 125m (137yds)/50g (1.76oz), Sport Weight) Yarn
Hook size: 3.50 mm
Difficulty: Beginner
The Totally Twisted Christmas Tree
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This small Christmas tree ornament can be crocheted easily in no time.
Suggested Yarn
- YarnArt Jewel 50 g /380 m
- Alize forever 50 g /280 m (various colours)
Hook size: 1.25mm
Difficulty: Beginner
Christmas Tree Ornament
Photo credit: airali design
You can make this Christmas decoration very quickly. Without the hook it can become a Christmas gift tag, and there are endless ways to customize them.
Suggested Yarn
- DMC Natura
Hook size: 2.50 mm
Difficulty: Beginner
Amigurumi Christmas Tree
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This amigurumi Xmas tree is so easy to crochet. You can even hang it on your “real” Christmas tree.
Suggested Yarn
- Catania yarn from Schachenmayr
Hook size: 2.00 mm
Difficulty: Intermediate
Christmas Tree Ornament (DE)
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This crochet pattern is in German, but with the help of our Crochet Dictionary and Google Translate you can follow the pattern, even if you do not speak German.
Suggested Yarn
- Worsted Weight Yarn
Hook size: 3.50 mm
Difficulty: Beginner
Christmas Gnome Ornament
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You can make this Christmas Gnome into a plush toy or a small Christmas ornament.
Suggested Yarn
- Worsted Weight Yarn
Hook size: 3.75 mm
Difficulty: Beginner
Gnome Ornament
Photo credit: brianakdesigns.com
These Gnome Gift Ornaments are a perfect last-minute make. You can put a little gift inside. They are great for belated gifts because while they are “Christmas”, they also just have a general cute “winter” feeling to them.
Suggested Yarn
- Red Heart With Love
Hook size: 3.75 mm
Difficulty: Intermediate
Eli, the Elf
Photo credit: stellasyarnuniverse.com
This crochet elf is the perfect size to hang on your Christmas tree.
Suggested Yarn
- DK / Light Worsted Cotton Yarn, e.g. Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Hook size: 2.50 mm
Difficulty: Beginner
Crocheted Santa Ornament
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This little crocheted Santa ornament, is a perfect addition to your Christmas tree.
Suggested Yarn
- Worsted Weight Yarn
Hook size: 4.00 mm
Difficulty: Intermediate
Mr. & Mrs. Claus Ornament
Photo credit: yarnhild.com
This quick project is perfect to set you in the Holiday mood.
Suggested Yarn
- Worsted Weight Yarn
Hook size: 3.75 mm
Difficulty: Intermediate
Santa Amigurumi Ornament
Photo credit: amyscrochetcave.com
This little amigurumi Santa is a cute decoration for the christmas tree.
Suggested Yarn
- DK Yarn approx. 10g each
Hook size: 3.00 mm
Difficulty: Intermediate
Santa Claus Ornament
Photo credit: tomacreations.wordpress.com
A quick and easy project that will decorate your Christmas Tree
Suggested Yarn
- Acrylic yarn Lane Cervinia Caprice
Hook size: 2.50 mm
Difficulty: Beginner
More Free Crochet Patterns and Tutorials
Here are a few more crochet patterns and tutorials you may be interested in.
Top Tips for Crochet Beginners: A Friendly Guide to Getting Started
Amigurumi Tips and Tricks: Mastering the Art of Crochet Plushies
15+ Free Christmas Crochet Patterns for Beginners
Free Snowman Amigurumi Ornament Crochet Pattern
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