Looking for the perfect FREE crochet Christmas ornament? Whether you’re decorating your tree, making handmade gifts, or adding a special touch to wrapped presents, this collection has something for every style and skill level.
Below you’ll find my complete collection of free crochet Christmas ornament patterns, including classic ornaments worked in rows, seamless ball ornaments worked in the round, and modern disc ornaments that are easy to customize with your favorite holiday colors.
Most of these ornaments work up quickly using just a small amount of yarn, making them perfect for gift exchanges, stocking stuffers, craft fairs, or using up leftovers from other holiday projects.
Use the quick links below to compare the different ornament styles, find the supplies you’ll need, and jump directly to the pattern you’d like to make first.
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Master Supply List
I use these supplies throughout my crochet ornament collection.
🧶 Favorite Yarns
Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick
Used for: Christmas Ornament (Rows)
A soft, bulky yarn available in lots of beautiful holiday colors.
Bernat Maker
Used for: Christmas Ball & Disc Ornaments
A smooth, modern yarn with great stitch definition.
🎄 Ornament Bases
Clear Glass or Plastic Ball & Disc Ornaments
I used both 8 cm and 10 cm ornament blanks.
✂️ Basic Supplies
- 🛒 Shop My Amazon Crochet Tools
- L (8 mm) Crochet Hook
- Flexible Measuring Tape
- Tapestry Needle
- Stitch Marker
- Scissors
✨ Optional Decorating Supplies
- Floral picks, greenery, berries, ribbon, twine, wooden tags, bells, and other decorative embellishments
- Glue or Hot Glue Gun
- 🛒 Shop Christmas Ornament Supplies
- Seasonal embellishments change every year. I recommend checking Michaels or Hobby Lobby in person for the best selection of ribbon, florals, berries, and decorative picks.
- Each ornament pattern includes its own complete materials list and finished size.
Compare Crochet Christmas Ornament Styles
Not sure which ornament to make first? Here’s a quick side-by-side comparison to help you choose the crochet Christmas ornament that best fits your style, skill level, and decorating plans.
Whether you prefer working in rows or crocheting in the round, this collection includes three free crochet Christmas ornament patterns to suit every style. Each ornament has its own unique look, yet they’re designed to coordinate beautifully together on your Christmas tree.
| Feature | Christmas Ornament (Rows) |
Christmas Ball Ornament |
Christmas Disc Ornament |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | Worked in Rows | Worked in the Round | Worked in the Round |
| Skill Level | Advanced Beginner | Easy | Easy |
| Yarn | Wool-Ease Thick & Quick | Bernat Maker | Bernat Maker |
🎄 The Ornament Pattern Collection
Whether you prefer working in rows or crocheting in the round, this collection includes three free crochet Christmas ornament patterns to suit every style. Each ornament has its own unique look while coordinating beautifully together on the tree.
From classic ball ornaments to modern disc ornaments and beginner-friendly designs worked flat, these quick projects are easy to customize with your favorite holiday colors, ribbon, greenery, and festive embellishments.
#1. Crochet Christmas Ornament – Worked in Rows
This classic holiday design is worked flat in rows using super bulky yarn to create a beautiful, chunky ribbed texture. It is a fantastic, fast project for advanced beginners and makes the ultimate stash-buster for winter holiday craft fairs.
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
- Pattern Type: Free Pattern & Video Tutorial
- Construction: Worked in Rows
- Sizes: 8 cm & 10 cm
You can find the free written pattern and full video tutorial in my Crochet Christmas Ornament Pattern – Worked in Rows
#2. Christmas Ball Ornament
The Christmas Ball Ornament is worked in the round and fits perfectly over a clear glass or plastic ornament for a smooth, polished finish. Available in two sizes, it’s easy to personalize with ribbon, greenery, gift tags, or other festive embellishments.
- Skill Level: Easy
- Pattern Type: Free Pattern & Video Tutorial
- Construction: Worked in the Round
- Sizes: 8 cm & 10 cm
You can find the free written pattern and full video tutorial in my Crochet Christmas Ball Ornament Pattern
#3. Christmas Disc Ornament
Looking for something a little different? The Christmas Disc Ornament is worked in the round around a flat ornament blank, creating a modern ornament that’s perfect for layering with ribbon, greenery, floral picks, or personalized gift tags. It pairs beautifully with the Christmas Ball Ornament for a coordinated holiday tree.
- Skill Level: Easy
- Pattern Type: Free Pattern & Video Tutorial
- Construction: Worked in the Round
- Sizes: 8 cm & 10 cm
You can find the free written pattern and full video tutorial in my Christmas Disc Ornament Pattern
Festive Ornament Decorating & Styling Ideas
One of my favorite things about these crochet Christmas ornaments is how easy they are to personalize. Simply changing the yarn color or adding a few festive embellishments can completely transform the finished look, making each ornament feel unique.
Try decorating your ornaments with ribbon, twine, greenery, berries, floral picks, miniature pinecones, wooden beads, or small jingle bells. These simple finishing touches add texture, coordinate beautifully with your holiday décor, and make handmade ornaments feel even more special.
Easy Ornament Decorating Tips
Many of my favorite holiday embellishments come from floral picks purchased at Hobby Lobby or Michaels. I trim the individual branches with wire cutters and attach small pieces using a hot glue gun. It’s an inexpensive way to add greenery, berries, pinecones, and other festive accents without buying each item separately.
My Favorite Tag & Label Shops
I use these same suppliers throughout many of my Christmas crochet projects because they offer beautiful, high-quality tags that give handmade gifts and craft fair items a polished finish.
- Christmas & Everyday Labels: Savlabot (Vegan leather and wooden Christmas tags, along with everyday labels for year-round projects).
- Personalized & Custom Labels: Angie & Britt (Ultrasuede labels, personalized logo tags, and festive seasonal designs.)
- Wooden & Specialty Labels: Grain Deep (Engraved wooden tags and unique seasonal designs with USA and Canada shipping.)
💡 Looking for more decorating ideas? Visit my complete Crochet Tags & Labels Guide to see all of the tags, labels, embellishments, and suppliers I use throughout the year.
Happy Holiday Crocheting!
Whether you’re making ornaments for your own tree, creating thoughtful handmade gifts, or preparing for holiday craft fairs, I hope this collection has inspired your next Christmas project.
One of my favorite things about these ornament patterns is how easy they are to customize. Simply changing the yarn, colors, or embellishments creates a completely different look, making it easy to decorate your home or create meaningful gifts for family and friends.
If you make any of these ornaments, I’d love to see them! Be sure to tag me @simplymadebyerin so I can admire your beautiful creations.
Happy crocheting!
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