Create a beautiful handmade Christmas hanging decoration featuring a little angel, a green and ivory double spiral, a star, a heart, and a delicate snowflake.
Skill Level: Intermediate Crochet Terms: US terminology Finished Length: Approximately 45–55 cm Hook Size: 2.5–3.0 mm
This is an original pattern inspired by the photo, not an exact stitch-by-stitch reproduction.
Materials
- Cotton yarn in dark green, ivory white, beige, and light brown
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Fiberfill stuffing
- 6 mm black safety eyes or embroidered eyes
- Wooden hanging ring (4–5 cm)
- Yarn needle and scissors
- Stitch markers
- White bead and small green bell
- Thin floral wire (optional, for shaping the spiral)
Abbreviations
- MR – Magic Ring
- CH – Chain
- SC – Single Crochet
- HDC – Half Double Crochet
- DC – Double Crochet
- SL ST – Slip Stitch
- INC – Increase (2 SC in one stitch)
- DEC – Invisible decrease
- BLO – Back Loop Only
- FO – Fasten Off
Part 1: Crochet Angel Head
Using beige yarn:
R1: 6 SC in MR (6)
R2: INC around (12)
R3: (1 SC, INC) × 6 (18)
R4: (2 SC, INC) × 6 (24)
R5: (3 SC, INC) × 6 (30)
R6: (4 SC, INC) × 6 (36)
R7–R12: SC around (36)
R13: (4 SC, DEC) × 6 (30)
R14: (3 SC, DEC) × 6 (24)
R15: (2 SC, DEC) × 6 (18)
Insert the eyes between rounds 9 and 10, approximately 7 stitches apart. Embroider a smile and rosy cheeks.
Stuff firmly.
R16: (1 SC, DEC) × 6 (12)
R17: DEC around (6)
FO and close the opening.
Part 2: Green Christmas Hat
Using dark green yarn:
R1: 6 SC in MR
R2: SC around (6)
R3: (1 SC, INC) × 3 (9)
R4: SC around (9)
R5: (2 SC, INC) × 3 (12)
R6: (1 SC, INC) × 6 (18)
R7: (2 SC, INC) × 6 (24)
R8: (3 SC, INC) × 6 (30)
R9: (4 SC, INC) × 6 (36)
R10–R11: SC around (36)
Change to white yarn.
R12: HDC around (36)
Add a small white pom-pom to the tip. Sew the hat onto the angel’s head.
Part 3: Angel Dress
Using green yarn:
R1: 6 SC in MR (6)
R2: INC around (12)
R3: (1 SC, INC) × 6 (18)
R4: SC around (18)
R5: (2 SC, INC) × 6 (24)
R6: SC around (24)
R7: (3 SC, INC) × 6 (30)
R8: SC around (30)
R9: (4 SC, INC) × 6 (36)
R10–R12: SC around (36)
R13: (5 SC, INC) × 6 (42)
R14: SC around (42)
Change to white yarn.
R15: (SC, CH 2, SC) in the same stitch, skip 1 stitch; repeat around to create a decorative border.
Attach the head securely to the top of the dress.
Part 4: Angel Wings (Make 2)
Using ivory yarn:
R1: CH 8.
R2: Starting in the second chain, work 7 SC.
R3: CH 1, turn, INC, 5 SC, INC (9).
R4: CH 1, turn, INC, 7 SC, INC (11).
R5: CH 1, turn, 11 HDC.
R6: CH 3, turn, work 2 DC in first stitch, 9 DC, 3 DC in last stitch.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Attach the wings symmetrically behind the dress. Shape the outer edges gently.
Part 5: Angel Arms (Make 2)
Using green yarn:
R1: 6 SC in MR.
R2–R7: SC around (6).
Change to beige yarn.
R8–R9: SC around (6).
Flatten the opening and close with 3 SC through both layers.
Sew both arms to the front of the dress, positioning the hands together. Add a small white yarn bow.
Part 6: Double Crochet Spiral
This is the main decorative feature.
Make two long mesh ribbons: one green and one ivory.
Using green yarn:
Row 1: CH 105.
Row 2: DC in the 5th chain from hook, then repeat (CH 2, skip 2 chains, DC in next chain) across.
Row 3: CH 3, turn. Work 2 DC into each CH-2 space, separated by CH 1.
Row 4: CH 3, turn. Work 1 DC in each DC and 2 DC in each CH-1 space.
FO.
Repeat the same instructions using ivory yarn.
Shaping the spiral: Lightly dampen both ribbons, then arrange them in alternating S-shaped curves around a central hanging cord. Pin them into position until dry and secure the curves with small hidden stitches.
For a more structured ornament, insert thin craft wire along the ribbon edges and cover its ends securely.
Part 7: Crochet Star
Using ivory yarn:
R1: 10 SC in MR.
R2: Repeat 5 times: (SL ST in next stitch, CH 4, SL ST in second chain, SC in next chain, HDC in next chain, SL ST in next base stitch).
You will have five star points.
FO and leave a long tail for attaching to the central cord.
Part 8: Green Crochet Heart
Make two identical pieces.
Using green yarn:
R1: 6 SC in MR.
R2: INC around (12).
R3: SC around (12).
FO on the first piece. Do not fasten off the second.
Join both pieces with SC and work around the combined shape (24 stitches).
R4: SC around (24).
R5: (2 SC, DEC) × 6 (18).
R6: (1 SC, DEC) × 6 (12).
Stuff lightly.
R7: DEC around (6).
Close the opening and shape the bottom into a point.
Part 9: Crochet Snowflake
Using white yarn:
R1: CH 6, join with SL ST to form a ring.
R2: Repeat (SC into ring, CH 5) six times.
R3: In each CH-5 loop, work:
(SC, CH 3, SC, CH 5, SC, CH 3, SC).
Repeat for all six loops.
FO and weave in the ends. Block the snowflake to open its points.
Part 10: Final Assembly
- Attach the wooden ring to a strong green hanging cord.
- Secure the angel directly below the ring.
- Arrange the green and ivory spiral ribbons beneath the angel.
- Attach the ivory star near the upper section of the spiral.
- Position the green heart in the middle section.
- Attach the snowflake near the bottom.
- Finish with a white bead and small green bell.
- Adjust the spiral curves so both colors remain clearly visible.
Finishing Tips
Use mercerized cotton yarn for crisp, defined stitches. Apply a small amount of fabric stiffener to the spiral and snowflake if needed. Keep the central cord straight so the ornament hangs evenly.
Final Result: A festive green-and-ivory crochet Christmas angel ornament with a flowing double spiral and handmade holiday charms, perfect for Christmas trees, windows, or seasonal home decoration.