Rainbow Crochet Spiral Hanging Ornament

Rainbow Crochet Spiral Hanging Ornament (Original Pattern)

Materials

• Sport or DK cotton yarn in rainbow colors
• 2.5–3 mm crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Hanging cord

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• inc = 2 stitches in one stitch
• sl st = slip stitch

Foundation
Ch 70.

Row 1
Starting in the 2nd chain from hook:

2 sc in each chain across.

Fasten off.

The strip will naturally curl into a spiral.

Edging
Join a contrasting color.

Work:
sl st, (sc, hdc, sc) into every second stitch around the entire strip.

Fasten off.

Rainbow Color Sequence
Change yarn every 2–3 rows while crocheting the strip:
Pink → Orange → Yellow → Green → Turquoise → Blue → Purple → White → Repeat.

Hanging Loop
Cut a 30 cm cord.
Fold in half and knot.
Attach securely to the top.

Finishing
Shape the spiral by gently twisting it.
Steam lightly if needed.
Hang indoors or on a covered porch.

Finished Size
Approximately 35–45 cm (14–18 inches) long, depending on yarn weight and starting chain length.

Title

Rainbow Crochet Spiral Hanging Ornament