Crochet Spiral Christmas Ornament Pattern

Materials

Worsted weight cotton yarn in one or more Christmas colors

3.5 mm (E/4) crochet hook

Yarn needle

Scissors

Fiberfill (optional, for a fuller spiral)

Thin craft wire or pipe cleaner (optional, to help the spiral hold its shape)

Small jingle bell

Metal snowflake or star charm (optional)

Jump rings

Ribbon or crocheted hanging loop

Stitch marker

Abbreviations

ch – chain

sl st – slip stitch

sc – single crochet

hdc – half double crochet

dc – double crochet

inc – 2 sc in the same stitch

dec – single crochet decrease

st – stitch

rep – repeat

FO – fasten off

Finished Size

Approximately 20–25 cm (8–10 inches) long, depending on yarn and hook size.

Pattern

Foundation Strip

Ch 70.

Row 1

Starting in the second chain from the hook, work:

1 sc in the next 10 stitches.

1 hdc in the next 10 stitches.

1 dc in each remaining stitch to the end.

Ch 1 and turn.

Row 2

Work 2 sc in every stitch across.

The increases naturally cause the strip to curl into a spiral.

FO, leaving a long tail.

Optional Thicker Spiral

For a fuller ornament like the photo:

Chain 80.

Work 3 sc in every chain across.

The additional increases create a tighter, thicker corkscrew.

Finishing

Lightly stuff the spiral if desired.

If you want a firmer ornament, insert a thin craft wire through the center before closing.

Weave in all yarn ends securely.

Attach a small jingle bell to the bottom using a jump ring or yarn.

Attach a decorative snowflake or star charm to the top.

Add a hanging loop approximately 12–15 cm (5–6 inches) long.

Steam lightly if needed without flattening the spiral.

Color Ideas

Forest Green with gold bell

Rust Orange with antique bronze bell

Cream with gold accents

Burgundy with gold bell

Emerald and white striped spiral

Red and green candy cane version

Champagne and ivory for an elegant holiday theme

Tips

Work loosely so the spiral curls naturally.

Cotton yarn gives the ornament crisp definition.

Adding beads randomly along the spiral creates a festive sparkle.

Make several ornaments in different colors and hang them together on a branch, Christmas tree, wreath, or garland.

Skill Level

Easy to Intermediate

Approximate Time

30–45 minutes per ornament.

I can also create a step-by-step stitch diagram or tutorial image for this pattern.