Create beautiful red and green spiral crochet angels for your Christmas tree. These handmade ornaments feature a round head, delicate lace wings, a decorative halo, and a flowing spiral body.
This pattern is inspired by the design shown and is an approximate recreation.
Materials
- Red cotton yarn
- Green cotton yarn
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Polyester stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers
- Fabric stiffener (optional)
Finished size: Approximately 15–20 cm.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- ch – Chain
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- sc – Single Crochet
- hdc – Half Double Crochet
- dc – Double Crochet
- inc – Increase
- dec – Decrease
- st – Stitch
Part 1: Crochet Angel Head
Use red yarn for the first angel and green yarn for the second.
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
Rounds 6–10: 30 sc around (30)
Round 11: (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
Round 12: (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
Stuff the head firmly.
Round 13: (1 sc, dec) × 6 (12)
Round 14: dec × 6 (6)
Fasten off and close the opening.
Part 2: Spiral Crochet Body
Use the same yarn color as the head.
Foundation: Ch 65.
Row 1: Starting in the second chain from the hook, work 2 sc in each chain across (128 sc).
Row 2: Ch 3, turn. Work 2 dc in each stitch across (256 dc).
Row 3: Ch 3, turn. Work 1 dc in each stitch, adding an extra dc in every second stitch (384 dc).
Row 4: Ch 1, turn. Work 1 sc in each stitch across.
The fabric should naturally curl into a decorative spiral.
Contrasting Border
For the red angel, use green yarn.
For the green angel, use red yarn.
Work 1 sc along the outer spiral edge. Add an extra sc at tight curves when necessary.
Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Arrange the spiral into approximately four or five cascading turns.
Part 3: Crochet Lace Wings
Make two wings for each angel.
Round 1: Ch 6, join with sl st to form a ring.
Round 2: Ch 3, work 11 dc into the ring.
Round 3: Ch 4, skip 1 stitch, sc in the next stitch. Repeat around.
Round 4: Into each chain space, work (2 sc, ch 3, 2 sc).
Shape each wing into a decorative fan.
Wing Border
Use the contrasting yarn.
Work sc around the outer edge of each wing.
Make the second wing as a mirror image.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Part 4: Crochet Halo
Use the contrasting yarn.
Ch 30.
Join with sl st to form a ring.
Work 1 sc in each chain around.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Attach the halo behind the angel’s head.
Part 5: Hanging Loop
Ch 35 using matching yarn.
Join the ends to create a loop.
Sew the loop securely to the top of the head.
Part 6: Assembly
- Attach the crocheted head to the top of the spiral body.
- Sew the two lace wings behind the upper body.
- Position and attach the halo behind the head.
- Adjust the spiral into evenly spaced cascading layers.
- Secure the upper turns with small hidden stitches if necessary.
- Apply fabric stiffener to the wings and spiral if desired.
- Allow the ornament to dry completely before hanging.
Christmas Color Combinations
Angel 1: Red head and body with green wings edging, spiral border, and halo.
Angel 2: Green head and body with red wings edging, spiral border, and halo.
You can also create these angels in white and gold, silver and blue, or ivory and champagne.
Crochet Tips
Use cotton yarn for better stitch definition.
Keep your tension consistent throughout the spiral.
Use a smaller hook for a firmer head and a slightly larger hook for a softer, flowing body if necessary.
Adjust the foundation chain length to make the angel longer or shorter.
For a more decorative appearance, use metallic yarn for the contrasting borders.
Final Result
Your finished Christmas spiral crochet angel will feature a rounded head, elegant lace wings, a circular halo, and a long cascading spiral body.
These ornaments are perfect for Christmas trees, handmade gifts, festive garlands, and holiday home decorations.
Happy crocheting!
