Skill Level: Intermediate Terminology: US Crochet Terms Finished Length: Approximately 35–50 cm Colors: Emerald Green, Burgundy Red, Royal Blue, Ivory and Gold
Materials Needed
- DK cotton yarn in green, red, blue and ivory
- 3.0 mm or 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Gold embroidery thread
- White pearl beads
- Small golden decorative beads
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Yarn needle and scissors
- Stitch markers
- Strong hanging cord
Crochet Abbreviations
- MR – Magic Ring
- ch – Chain
- sc – Single Crochet
- hdc – Half Double Crochet
- dc – Double Crochet
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- inc – Increase
- dec – Decrease
- FO – Fasten Off
Part 1: Crochet Spiral Body
Make one spiral in each main color.
Foundation and Spiral
- Chain 75.
- Row 1: Work 3 dc into the fourth chain from the hook, then 3 dc into every remaining chain.
- Allow the crocheted strip to curl naturally.
- Row 2: Ch 2, work 1 hdc into each stitch across.
- Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Ivory Border
Attach ivory yarn along the outer edge.
Work 1 sc into each stitch along the edge. Repeat for a thicker decorative border.
Fasten off and shape the spiral gently.
Part 2: Crochet Christmas Flower
Make two flowers, one for the green ornament and one for the blue ornament.
Flower Center
Round 1: MR, 6 sc, join with sl st.
Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch (12).
Round 3: Sc around (12).
Five Ivory Petals
Repeat five times:
- Ch 7.
- Starting in the second chain, work 1 sc, 1 hdc, 2 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc.
- Sl st into the flower center at the next evenly spaced attachment point.
Colored Back Petals
Using green or blue yarn, make five larger petals with ch 9 and a combination of sc, hdc and dc stitches.
Arrange the colored petals behind the ivory flower.
Sew the layers together and decorate the center with gold and matching colored beads.
Part 3: Crochet Butterfly
For the burgundy ornament.
Butterfly Body
- Ch 12 using ivory yarn.
- Starting in the second chain, sc across.
- Turn and work another row of sc.
- Fasten off.
Upper Wings – Make 2
Round 1: MR, 8 dc.
Round 2: 2 dc in each stitch (16).
Round 3: (1 dc, inc) repeat around (24).
Lower Wings – Make 2
Round 1: MR, 8 sc.
Round 2: 2 hdc in each stitch (16).
Round 3: (1 hdc, inc) repeat around (24).
Shape the wings, sew them behind the butterfly body and embroider decorative ivory and gold lines.
Add two gold-thread antennae.
Part 4: Crochet Decorative Ball
Make one ball in each main color.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6).
Round 2: Inc around (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: Sc around (30).
Round 11: (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24).
Round 12: (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18).
Stuff firmly.
Round 13: (1 sc, dec) × 6 (12).
Round 14: Dec around (6).
Close the opening and fasten off.
Decorate the ball with gold embroidery and small beads.
Attach one large pearl beneath the ball.
Part 5: Final Assembly
- Crochet or prepare a strong hanging cord.
- Attach the flower or butterfly at the top.
- Secure the spiral underneath the decorative motif.
- Sew small pearl and gold beads along the spiral.
- Attach the matching crochet ball to the bottom.
- Add the large hanging pearl.
- Adjust the spiral to hang naturally.
- Secure all decorative elements firmly.
Color Combinations
Ornament 1 – Emerald Green
Emerald green spiral, ivory flower, green backing petals, gold embroidery and white pearls.
Ornament 2 – Burgundy Red
Burgundy spiral, ivory-and-red butterfly, gold embroidery and pearl accents.
Ornament 3 – Royal Blue
Royal blue spiral, ivory flower, blue backing petals, gold detailing and white pearls.
Finishing Instructions
Lightly steam the crochet pieces to improve their shape. Avoid direct contact between the iron and yarn.
Use fabric stiffener if necessary for the flower petals and butterfly wings.
Hang the finished ornaments vertically and adjust the curls for a balanced appearance.
Pattern Note: This is an approximate written pattern inspired by the reference image. It is not an exact reproduction of the original designer’s stitches.
These beautiful handmade Christmas crochet spiral ornaments make elegant decorations for Christmas trees, windows, doorways and festive living rooms.
