Christmas crochet season is here! Searches for Christmas crochet patterns and crochet Christmas ornaments are climbing fast on Google Trends — and this free crochet Christmas tree ornament is one of the easiest ways to join in. It’s worked flat in simple rows, takes about 30 minutes, and is perfect for decorating your tree, topping gifts or selling at holiday craft fairs.
You’ll get the full pattern (tree, trunk, star and hanging loop), decorating ideas and tips for making a whole batch quickly.
Pattern Overview
- Skill level: Beginner
- Finished size: about 3.5 in / 9 cm tall (without loop) with worsted yarn
- Time: about 30 minutes
- Stitches: chain, slip stitch, single crochet, single crochet two together
Materials
- Green worsted weight #4 yarn (about 20 yards per tree)
- Small amounts of brown yarn (trunk) and yellow or gold yarn (star)
- 4.0 mm (G-6) crochet hook
- Yarn needle and scissors
- Optional decorations: small beads, sequins, mini pom-poms, buttons or colored yarn for French knots
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- sc2tog – single crochet two together (decrease)
- MR – magic ring
- st(s) – stitch(es)
Free Crochet Christmas Tree Ornament Pattern
Tree
With green yarn, ch 16.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (15)
Row 2: Sc2tog, sc in each st across to the last 2 sts, sc2tog. Ch 1, turn. (13)
Row 3: Sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. (13)
Rows 4–13: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 five more times. Your stitch counts will go 11, 11, 9, 9, 7, 7, 5, 5, 3, 3.
Row 14: Sc3tog (insert hook in each of the 3 stitches, pulling up a loop each time, then yarn over and pull through all 4 loops). (1)
Hanging loop: Ch 12, sl st in the top of the tree to form a loop. Fasten off and weave in the end.
Edging (optional but pretty)
Join green yarn (or white for a “snowy” look) at the bottom corner. Ch 1 and sc evenly up one side, 3 sc at the top point, and down the other side. Sl st to finish. The edging hides any uneven row ends and makes the triangle look crisp.
Trunk
Turn the tree upside down. Find the 3 center stitches along the bottom (the foundation chain). Join brown yarn in the first of these 3 stitches.
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in the same st and the next 2 sts. Ch 1, turn. (3)
Row 2: Sc in each st across. (3) Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Star
With yellow or gold yarn: make a MR.
Round 1: [Ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, sl st into the ring] 5 times. Pull the ring tight. (5 points)
Fasten off with a long tail and sew the star to the top of the tree, just below the hanging loop.
Decorating Ideas
- Ornament dots: sew on tiny red and gold beads, or make French knots with colored yarn.
- Garland: weave a strand of white or gold yarn in zig-zags across the tree.
- Snowy tree: work the edging in white mohair or fluffy yarn.
- Modern palette: make trees in sage, cream and dusty pink for a Scandinavian look.
- Gift tag: skip the hanging loop and tie the tree onto a present with ribbon.
Tips for Making a Batch Fast
- Assembly line: crochet all the trees first, then all the trunks, then all the stars.
- Leave long tails so you can sew the star without joining new yarn.
- Block them: spray lightly with water, pin into a neat triangle and let dry for crisp, flat ornaments.
- Stiffen if hanging on a real tree: a little fabric stiffener stops them from curling.
Found a mistake or stuck on a step? We check every stitch count carefully, but crochet is personal and tension varies. If something doesn’t work out for you, tell us here — we read every message and update our patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a total beginner make this ornament?
Yes. If you can chain and single crochet, you can make it. The only new skill is the sc2tog decrease, which is explained above.
What yarn works best for crochet Christmas ornaments?
Smooth acrylic or cotton worsted yarn gives clear stitches and holds its shape. Metallic or sparkly yarn held together with the green is a fun upgrade.
How can I make the tree bigger?
Start with a longer chain using an even number (for example, ch 22 for 21 stitches) and keep repeating Rows 2 and 3 until 3 stitches remain, then finish with Row 14.
Can I sell ornaments made from this pattern?
Yes — feel free to sell the ornaments you make. Please don’t republish the written pattern; a link to Crochet Talks is always appreciated.
Final Thoughts
This easy crochet Christmas tree ornament is a quick, satisfying make that looks lovely in a group. Start your holiday crochet early, and while you’re in the seasonal spirit, try our free crochet pumpkin pattern for fall decor and our crochet ghost amigurumi. Merry making!
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