These Christmas Spiral Bell Keychain Ornaments follow the supplied photo as a coordinated set of three slim hanging decorations rather than miniature Christmas trees. One forest-green, one brick-red, and one warm-ivory ornament each begins with a five-point star and small snowflake applique. A matching corkscrew drops from the star in four distinct widening turns, ending at a shaped ivory crochet bell with holly leaves, red berries, and a real brass jingle bell. A short matching loop and silver swivel clasp make every piece ready for keys, gift bags, backpacks, or tree branches.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Make three identical structural sets while changing only the main color. Crochet one green, one red, and one ivory star, then add a small six-arm snowflake to each center. Work three graduated spiral strips from counted foundation chains, using increasing stitch heights to form four descending turns. Make three matching ivory bell cups, six green holly leaves, six red berries, and three reinforced hanging loops. Assemble each ornament in one straight vertical line from clasp to loop, star, spiral, decorated crochet bell, and brass jingle bell.
Why You’ll Love This Project
The pattern turns small amounts of holiday yarn into a complete giftable trio. The natural corkscrew construction looks elaborate but grows from one counted row, while the repeated star, bell, holly, and hardware steps become quicker with each ornament. Because the three pieces share the same shape and decorations, the green, red, and ivory palette reads as one intentional set.
Materials
- About 95 yards forest-green DK cotton or cotton-blend yarn for one star, one spiral, one loop, and six holly leaves
- About 95 yards brick-red DK yarn for one star, one spiral, one loop, and six berries
- About 145 yards warm-ivory DK yarn for one star, one spiral, one loop, three crochet bells, and three snowflake appliques
- 3 mm crochet hook
- Three small antique-brass jingle bells, approximately 0.5 inch wide
- Three silver swivel lobster clasps and three 8-mm jump rings
- Small amount of washable fiberfill for shaping the six berry bobbles
- Strong sewing thread for attaching the metal bells and hardware
- Yarn needle, sewing needle, scissors, locking markers, tape measure, and blocking pins
Gauge, Measurements, and Planning
Work and block the green spiral first. Its 52 foundation positions should curl into four visible turns and measure about 6.5 inches from the star join to the bell join. Use it as the template for the red and ivory spirals. Each blocked star should measure about 3.5 inches across, and each bell cup should measure about 2 inches wide at the rim.
Make and wash a gauge swatch before beginning. Measure only after the swatch is completely dry. If the stitch width differs, change hook size rather than pulling the working yarn tighter. Keep a written count at the end of every section so the finished edges remain balanced and the assembly points line up.
Abbreviations and Special Stitches
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- tr: treble crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- inc: increase
Special stitch guidance: Graduated corkscrew: work three stitches into every foundation position, beginning with single crochet and progressing through half double, double, and treble crochet so the turns widen toward the lower end. Star point: work sc, hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc, sc into one chain arch. Snowflake arm: chain outward, add two short side branches, then slip stitch back to the center. Bell flare: increase evenly from a firm cup before finishing with small scallops. Berry bobble: work five unfinished double crochet into one stitch and close them together.
Before You Begin
- Make exactly three finished ornaments: one forest green, one brick red, and one warm ivory.
- Every ornament has one five-point star, one small six-arm snowflake applique, and exactly four visible spiral turns.
- Use warm ivory for all three crochet bell cups, dark green for two holly leaves per bell, and cranberry red for two berries per bell.
- Attach exactly one antique-brass jingle bell beneath each crochet bell and one silver swivel lobster clasp above each star.
- Keep the order clasp, loop, star, four-turn spiral, decorated crochet bell, brass bell on all three pieces.
- These ornaments contain small parts and long loops; they are decorative accessories, not toys for young children.
Instructions
Crochet Three Five-Point Stars and Snowflake Centers
Change only the main color so the three top motifs remain identical in size and shape.
- With forest green, make a magic ring and work 10 sc into it. Join and mark five equal two-stitch sectors. (10 sts)
- For each point, ch 6. Starting in the second chain, work sl st, sc, hdc, dc, tr; anchor with a slip stitch in the next marked sector. Repeat until five equal points surround the ring.
- Repeat the complete star in brick red and warm ivory. Block all three to approximately 3.5 inches across.
- For each snowflake, make a small ivory center ring. Work six arms by chaining 5, adding two chain-2 side branches, and slip stitching back to the center. Make exactly three snowflakes.
- Sew one snowflake to the center of every star. Use ivory on the green and red stars; use the same ivory tone-on-tone on the ivory star.
Make Three Graduated Four-Turn Spirals
The counted stitch-height sections create the same widening corkscrew on every ornament.
- With forest green, ch 53. Starting in the second chain leaves 52 working foundation stitches. (52 sts)
- Work 3 sc in each of the first 13 chains, 3 hdc in each of the next 13 chains, 3 dc in each of the next 13 chains, and 3 tr in each of the final 13 chains. (156 sts)
- Fasten off with an 18-inch sewing tail at both ends. Let the strip curl naturally, then rotate the four sections into exactly four descending turns, smallest at the top and widest at the bottom.
- Pin the spiral vertically and steam lightly from a distance. Do not flatten the raised corkscrew.
- Repeat the same 52-position construction in brick red and warm ivory, checking all three against the green template.
- At the center back of each turn, add one discreet matching-yarn tack so the ornament keeps four readable coils when it hangs.
Crochet Three Ivory Bells, Holly Leaves, and Berries
Every lower bell uses the same cream cup and two-leaf, two-berry holly cluster.
- Bell Round 1: With warm ivory, make a magic ring and work 8 sc. Join. (8 sts)
- Round 2: Work 2 sc in each stitch around. Join. (16 sts)
- Round 3: Repeat [sc in next stitch, 2 sc in next stitch] around. Join. (24 sts)
- Rounds 4–6: Work one sc in each stitch. Round 7: Repeat [2 sc, inc] around. (32 sts) Finish with eight small chain-3 scallops around the flared rim. Make exactly three bells.
- For each of six holly leaves, ch 8 and mirror sl st, sc, hdc, 2 dc, hdc, sc around both sides; add a chain-2 point and surface-slip-stitch the center vein.
- For each of six berries, make a five-double-crochet bobble in cranberry red, lightly pad its center, close it into a small sphere, and leave a sewing tail. Group two leaves and two berries above the rim of every bell.
Add Loops, Clasps, and Brass Bells
Assemble all three ornaments in the same straight vertical order shown in the supplied photo.
- For each hanging loop, ch 28 in the ornament’s main color, slip stitch back through every chain, and fasten off with a long tail. Fold into a loop around one 8-mm jump ring and sew the two ends together securely.
- Connect one silver swivel lobster clasp to each jump ring. Sew the loop base to the top point of its matching star.
- Sew the narrow end of the matching spiral to the lower star point. Keep the first turn directly below the star and align the four back tacks on one vertical centerline.
- Attach one ivory bell cup to the wide lower spiral end. Sew one two-leaf, two-berry holly cluster at the top-front of the cup.
- With strong thread, suspend one antique-brass jingle bell from the center inside each crochet bell. Reinforce every hardware join, then tug-test the clasp, star, spiral, crochet bell, and metal bell independently.
Assembly and Shaping
Block matching parts before assembly. Make three separate vertical ornaments in green, red, and ivory. On each one, connect the silver clasp to a matching crochet loop, sew the loop to a five-point star, attach the narrow spiral end below the star, arrange exactly four descending turns, and sew the wide end to one ivory bell cup. Place two green leaves and two red berries above the bell rim and suspend one brass jingle bell beneath it.
Lay every component on a flat surface before joining. Match the marked centers first, then divide each remaining edge into equal sections. Work through both layers with consistent tension and pause after each section to check that the fabric lies flat. This measured approach prevents twisting and keeps decorative details facing the intended direction.
Finishing
- Hide color-matched tails inside dense star and spiral stitches.
- Reinforce the four shaping tacks on each corkscrew from the back.
- Use strong thread rather than yarn for metal hardware and knot it twice.
- Shape the five star points, open every snowflake arm, and curve the holly leaves while lightly damp.
- Hang all three pieces overnight and correct any spiral turn that overlaps its neighbor.
For a polished result, weave each tail through several same-color stitches, reverse direction once, and trim only after the fabric has been gently stretched. Block to the listed dimensions without flattening textured stitches. Inspect joins, borders, straps, and decorative pieces before the project is used or gifted.
Helpful Tips
- Make the three stars together, then the three spirals, to keep the set consistent.
- Count the foundation into four 13-chain color-coded marker sections before adding the three-stitch groups.
- If the spiral forms more than four tight coils, relax the shaping tacks and spread the turns farther apart.
- Choose lightweight bells and clasps so the crochet loop and star do not stretch.
Good lighting and a contrasting stitch marker make counting much easier. If a section looks uneven, compare the current count with the previous checkpoint before continuing. Fixing one missed stitch early is faster than compensating later, and it preserves the measurements used by the assembly instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ornaments are in the supplied design?
Exactly three: one forest green, one brick red, and one warm ivory.
Why does my spiral have too many little curls?
Arrange the four 13-chain stitch-height sections as four broad descending turns and add only one center-back tack per turn.
Can I omit the metal clasp?
You can use the crochet loop alone for a tree ornament, but the reference keychain version uses one silver swivel clasp on every piece.
Are these safe as children’s toys?
No. The clasps, jump rings, berry pieces, and jingle bells are small-part hazards, so use the finished pieces only as decorative accessories.
Conclusion
One green, one red, and one ivory star-topped keychain, twelve total spiral turns, three matching ivory crochet bells, six holly leaves, six berry bobbles, three brass jingle bells, and three silver clasps recreate the coordinated Christmas set shown in the supplied photo. Consistent blocking and aligned back tacks keep every ornament slim, dimensional, and easy to hang.
Printable Crochet Pattern Card
Project: Christmas Spiral Bell Keychain Ornaments
Skill level: Intermediate Hook: 3 mm Yarn: DK
Finished size: Each ornament approximately 3.5 inches wide by 11 inches long, excluding the clasp
Card Materials
- About 95 yards forest-green DK cotton or cotton-blend yarn for one star, one spiral, one loop, and six holly leaves
- About 95 yards brick-red DK yarn for one star, one spiral, one loop, and six berries
- About 145 yards warm-ivory DK yarn for one star, one spiral, one loop, three crochet bells, and three snowflake appliques
- 3 mm crochet hook
- Three small antique-brass jingle bells, approximately 0.5 inch wide
- Three silver swivel lobster clasps and three 8-mm jump rings
- Small amount of washable fiberfill for shaping the six berry bobbles
- Strong sewing thread for attaching the metal bells and hardware
- Yarn needle, sewing needle, scissors, locking markers, tape measure, and blocking pins
Card Instructions
- Crochet Three Five-Point Stars and Snowflake Centers: Make one green, one red, and one ivory five-point star, then add one small ivory six-arm snowflake to each.
- Make Three Graduated Four-Turn Spirals: Work three 52-position graduated corkscrews and tack each into exactly four widening turns.
- Crochet Three Ivory Bells, Holly Leaves, and Berries: Make three ivory flared bell cups, six green holly leaves, and six cranberry berry bobbles.
- Add Loops, Clasps, and Brass Bells: Attach one clasped loop, star, four-turn spiral, holly bell cup, and brass jingle bell in a straight line for each color.
Finish: Check every count, weave in all ends, block to measurement, and inspect each join.
