How to Crochet Christmas Baubles with Free Pattern
Ready to make some festive crochet Christmas baubles? Follow along with this easy guide, and you’ll be creating beautiful Christmas baubles in no time! Perfect for decorating, gifting, and spreading holiday cheer.
Hello, Craftaholic!
With Christmas just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to add some handmade magic to your decorations. And what better way to do that than with crochet Christmas baubles? These cozy, colorful baubles are not only beautiful but also beginner-friendly! With our easy-to-follow guide and free crochet bauble pattern, you’ll be crafting your own festive baubles in no time.
These baubles are wonderfully versatile, too! Use them to decorate your tree, top off gifts, hang in windows, or even as charming accents on your holiday table. Wherever they go, these handmade baubles bring a warm, personal touch to the season.
Best of all, crochet baubles are budget-friendly. You can use scrap yarn and simple materials, and we’ll guide you on where to save and where to splurge a little for the best results. Ready to get started? Let’s dive in!
Let’s Make Crochet Christmas Baubles
Things You’ll Need
Materials
Tools
- Crochet hook (2.5mm)
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
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Free Crochet Christmas Bubble Ornament Pattern
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Abbreviation
- Chain – CH
- Magic Ring – MR
- Double Crochet – DC
- Slip Stitch – SL St
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1: Start with a Magic Ring
Choose your yarn and hold the open end in your fingers. Start by making a magic ring, and then work 3 chain stitches on your hook.
Tip: If you find the magic ring tricky to start, you can substitute with 4 chain stitches instead.
Step 2: Build Rounds 2 and 3
Into the magic ring, work 14 double crochet (DC) stitches. Then, slip stitch into the 3rd chain of the original chain 3 to close the round.
For Round 3, chain 3 to begin. Work 2 DC into each stitch around the circle.
Tip: The magic ring is counted as the first round of this pattern.
Step 3: Start Round 4
Make a slip-stitch into the top chain stitch of this round’s initial 3 chain stitches.
Work 3 chains on the hook.
Step 4: Finish Round 4 with a New Pattern
For Round 4, work 1 DC in the next stitch, then 2 DC in the stitch after that (both in the same stitch). Repeat this pattern of 1 DC, 2 DC all the way around until the end of the round.
Step 5: Begin Round 5
Now make a slip stitch into the top chain of the initial chain 3 stitches.
Work 3 chains to start round 5.
Step 6: Continue Round 5 with Another Pattern
Work 2 DC into the next two spaces (1 DC in each space), then 2 DC into the next space. Repeat this pattern (1 DC, 1 DC, 2 DC) around.
Step 7: Complete Round 5
Now make a slip-stitch. Leave a yarn tail and cut the yarn from the bundle. Sew the remaining yarn tail on the back of the pattern.
Tip: Use a tapestry needle to sew the remaining yarn tail on the back of the pattern.
Step 8: Start the Cap Section
Insert new yarn through any outer stitch.
Now work 5 SC into the next 5 stitches.
Tip: Use a different colored yarn for the cap part.
Step 9: Finish the Cap with Extra Rounds
Work 2 chains and 1 DC into each stitch of this row. Repeat this pattern one more time. When you finish the row, make a slip stitch and leave a long tail. Cut off the yarn and draw the tail to the backside of the pattern.
Use the same yarn to start a stitch with a slip knot. Chain 15 and then leave a long tail. Cut off yarn from the bundle.
Step 10: Attach the Hanging Loop
Make a loop with the 15 chain stitches and sew the open ends to the cap part of the crochet ornament. Sew at the backside and the ornament should be complete.
Tips for Beginners
Need some quick crafty tips for the crochet ornament project? Here are some tips for you, hope you find them helpful.
- Select milk cotton yarns for this craft, it will make the ornament look soft and fluffy!
- Using a magic ring for the base might seem tricky for beginners, so we suggest doing 4 chain stitches for the base round if you’re having trouble with the magic ring.
- Keep the tension of the stitches nice and even.
- Follow the instructions and the provided pattern template as neatly as possible.
- If you’re not familiar with crochet abbreviations, you can get help from the internet and easily learn the basic stitches and their names.
- You can use fabric stiffener on the crochet ornament if you want to give it a sturdy structure.
This crochet Christmas bauble ornament could be a great beginner project if you’re new to crocheting. Once you are good at this pattern, you can explore and try out more round crochet patterns. Looking for more fun and easy crochet projects? Here are some tutorials you might like:
- How to Crochet a Heart
- How to Crochet Stars
- How to Crochet Mini Wreath Ornament
- How to Crochet a Mini Bow
- How to Crochet Christmas Tree
- How to Crochet Pumpkin Coasters
Check them out for more creative ideas!
Add some handcrafted love to your Christmas tree this season and what better way could be than crocheting your own ornaments? We hope you had fun making these cute crochet Christmas ornaments! Learn how to make it in your free time and get creative with the final project.
We would love to see your version of the crochet ornaments! Share a picture or tag us on Facebook or Instagram using #thecraftaholicwitch. We can’t wait to see how you use them in your holiday crafts!
Happy Crafting!
