Create a beautiful handmade Christmas tree ornament featuring a creamy white spiral, golden-yellow scalloped edges, a five-pointed star, and a shiny gold bell.

Skill Level: Intermediate Finished Size: Approximately 10–12 inches (25–30 cm), excluding hanging cord Terminology: US Crochet Terms

Materials

• Cream or ivory cotton yarn (DK weight)
• Golden-yellow cotton yarn
• 3.0 mm crochet hook
• Small metallic gold beads
• One golden jingle bell
• Yarn needle and scissors
• Stitch markers
• Optional thin craft wire for shaping

Abbreviations

• MR – Magic Ring
• CH – Chain
• SC – Single Crochet
• HDC – Half Double Crochet
• DC – Double Crochet
• TR – Treble Crochet
• SL ST – Slip Stitch
• ST – Stitch
• INC – Increase (2 stitches in one stitch)

Step 1: Crochet the Spiral

Using cream yarn:

Row 1: CH 90. Starting in the second chain from the hook, work 1 SC in each chain. Turn.

Row 2: CH 2, work 2 DC in each stitch across. Turn.

Row 3: CH 2, work 2 DC in each stitch across again.

Row 4: CH 1, work 1 SC in each stitch across to strengthen the edge.

The increasing stitch count creates a naturally curling spiral.

For a longer ornament, begin with CH 110–120.

Step 2: Golden Scalloped Border

Join golden-yellow yarn along the outer spiral edge.

Repeat:

1. SL ST into the first stitch.
2. CH 3.
3. Work 3 DC into the next stitch.
4. CH 1 and SL ST into the following stitch.

Continue along the outer edge, spacing the scallops evenly. Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Step 3: Crochet the Golden Star

Using golden-yellow yarn:

Round 1: MR, CH 2, work 10 HDC into the ring. Join with SL ST.

Round 2: Repeat the following five times:

CH 5, SL ST into the second chain from the hook, SC in the next chain, HDC in the next, DC in the last chain. Skip one stitch of the center ring and SL ST into the next stitch.

This creates five pointed star arms.

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Make two identical stars and join them around the edges for a fuller appearance.

Step 4: Add Golden Beads

Using a sewing needle and strong thread, securely attach small metallic gold beads along the spiral edges.

Space the beads evenly to create an elegant Christmas decoration. Make sure every bead is firmly secured.

Step 5: Attach the Bell

At the bottom of the spiral:

1. Thread a strong piece of cream yarn through the bell’s hanging loop.
2. Secure it to the lowest point of the spiral.
3. Tie firmly and weave in the ends.

The bell should hang freely beneath the ornament.

Step 6: Final Assembly

1. Gently arrange the crocheted strip into a descending Christmas tree spiral.
2. Attach a central supporting cord from the top to the bottom, securing the spiral at intervals to maintain its shape.
3. Sew the golden star securely to the top.
4. Crochet a hanging loop using CH 35, then SL ST to form a loop.
5. Attach the loop above the star.
6. Adjust the spiral curves and gently steam-block if necessary.

Final Result

Your finished ornament features a beautiful ivory crochet Christmas tree spiral with golden scalloped edging, sparkling gold beads, a golden star topper, and a dangling Christmas bell.

Hang three ornaments at different heights for an elegant festive display.

Note: This is an original, simplified pattern inspired by the image, not a verified stitch-for-stitch reproduction. The spiral may need shaping and additional support to achieve the pictured silhouette. Keep small beads and bells away from young children.