This Crochet Spiral Christmas Tree Ornament follows the supplied design as one simple all-green coil rather than a layered tree or a ribbon with contrast trim. A single forest-green crochet strip curls into six widening turns, from a small top loop to a broad lower tier. Nine ivory pearls add restrained shine, while an open silver-tone star charm, rustic jute hanger, and one brass bell preserve the compact vintage finish shown in the reference.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Crochet one long graduated spiral from seventy-two marked foundation positions, changing stitch height across six equal zones so the coil widens toward the bottom. Thread a doubled jute loop through one open metal star charm, align the spiral beneath it, and tack the six turns to a hidden center cord. Sew exactly nine pearl beads in the reference distribution and suspend one lightweight brass bell below the widest turn.
Why You’ll Love This Project
The tree uses one continuous crochet piece, so there are no separate branches to join. Its monochrome green silhouette feels traditional, the nine pearls are quick to place, and the real metal star and bell give the small ornament a polished heirloom look without covering the crochet texture.
Materials
- About 185 yards deep forest-green worsted cotton or cotton-blend yarn
- 3.75 mm crochet hook
- Exactly nine 8- to 10-mm ivory pearl beads
- One small antique-silver open-outline five-point star charm with jump ring
- One small antique-brass jingle bell, approximately 0.75 inch wide
- About 18 inches natural jute twine for the doubled hanging loop
- Strong dark-green sewing thread or pearl cotton for shaping and embellishments
- Yarn needle, sewing needle, scissors, six locking markers, tape measure, and blocking pins
Gauge, Measurements, and Planning
The completed unshaped spiral should relax into a coil approximately 30 inches long along its outer edge. Mark the six zones before working the curl row. When hung, the visible turn widths should progress from about 1.25 inches at the top to 5.5 inches at the bottom, with open space between neighboring turns.
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
- dtr: double treble crochet
- ttr: triple treble crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
Special stitch guidance: Graduated three-stitch curl: work three stitches into every foundation position while increasing stitch height from sc through ttr across six marked zones. This produces one continuous coil that grows wider toward the last zone. Center-cord tack: pass strong thread through a solid spiral stitch and around the concealed green support cord without flattening the turn. Bead lock: sew through one pearl twice, knot independently on the back, and hide the knot in a dense green stitch.
Before You Begin
- Make exactly one continuous deep-green spiral and shape exactly six visible descending turns.
- Keep every turn entirely green; do not add white edging, snowflakes, garland, a trunk, or separate branch pieces.
- Use exactly nine ivory pearl beads across the six turns.
- The top hardware is one small open-outline antique-silver five-point star charm, not a crocheted star.
- Use one doubled natural-jute hanging loop and one small antique-brass bell at the bottom center.
- Metal hardware and beads are small-part hazards; the finished ornament is decorative and not a toy.
Instructions
Crochet One Graduated Green Spiral
Six marked stitch-height zones create one continuous coil that widens from top to bottom.
- With deep forest green, ch 73. Beginning in the second chain, use the remaining 72 chains as the working foundation and place a marker after every 12 chains. (72 sts)
- Work 3 sc in each of the first 12 chains. (36 sc)
- Work 3 hdc in each of the next 12 chains, then 3 dc in each of the next 12 chains. (72 additional stitches)
- Work 3 tr in each of the next 12 chains, 3 dtr in each of the next 12 chains, and 3 ttr in each of the final 12 chains. The complete curl row now has 216 stitches. (216 sts)
- Fasten off, smooth the six sections into one continuous coil, and lightly steam or damp-block without flattening the raised crochet texture.
Shape Exactly Six Tree Turns
Arrange the continuous coil around a slim hidden support so every tier remains readable.
- Cut three 20-inch lengths of green yarn, braid them into one firm support cord, and mark six attachment levels from top to bottom.
- Place the narrow sc end at the top mark as Turn 1. Guide the hdc, dc, tr, dtr, and ttr zones into Turns 2 through 6, with Turn 6 forming the widest lower tier.
- Tack the back center of every turn to its marked level on the support cord. Add one small secondary tack where each turn crosses the centerline.
- Hang the piece temporarily and adjust until there are exactly six separate green turns with even air gaps and no seventh curl.
- Leave about 1 inch of support cord above Turn 1 for the star connection and 1 inch below Turn 6 for the bell.
Add the Jute Loop, Metal Star, and Nine Pearls
Keep the embellishments sparse and match the counted reference layout.
- Fold the natural jute twine in half to form a 7-inch doubled hanging loop and tie the cut ends securely around the star charm jump ring.
- Connect the star charm beneath the loop and sew the top of the green support cord to the same jump ring so the star sits directly above Turn 1.
- Prepare exactly nine ivory pearl beads. Place one on Turn 1, one on Turn 2, two on Turn 3, two on Turn 4, two on Turn 5, and one on Turn 6.
- Sew every pearl independently through a solid green stitch using strong matching thread. Keep all nine beads on the front and vary the left-right placement naturally.
- Recount the pearls and confirm that the open metal star remains visible and centered.
Attach the Brass Bell and Finish
One centered bell completes the vertical ornament without adding a trunk or extra decoration.
- Thread strong matching cord through the lower end of the green support and the bell loop.
- Position the antique-brass bell directly beneath Turn 6, leaving enough clearance for the clapper to move.
- Pass through the bell loop twice, tie a compact double knot, and hide the ends inside the bottom green turn.
- Weave all crochet tails into matching dense stitches and trim only after gently stretching the joins.
- Hang the ornament overnight. Correct the six turn widths, center the star and bell, and make sure all nine pearls remain secure.
Assembly and Shaping
Block the single green spiral before shaping. Keep the braided support cord vertical and tack the six graduated stitch zones to it in order from the narrow sc turn to the wide ttr turn. Connect one doubled jute loop and one open silver-tone star above the first turn, sew exactly nine pearls in the 1-1-2-2-2-1 distribution, and attach one brass bell below the sixth turn.
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 green yarn tails inside dense matching stitches.
- Reinforce all six center tacks from the back without closing the spaces between turns.
- Knot each of the nine pearls separately so one loose thread cannot release the full set.
- Check the jump ring, jute knot, and bell cord before hanging.
- Store the ornament flat or suspended so the graduated coil keeps its six-turn silhouette.
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
- Keep the six zone markers in place until the tree has been shaped.
- Use a crochet hook with a comfortable grip because the dtr and ttr zones require tall loops.
- If the bottom turns twist sideways, shift their center tacks rather than adding stiffener.
- Choose lightweight metal findings so the top turn does 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 spiral turns should the tree have?
Exactly six visible green turns, one from each marked stitch-height zone.
Can I add white edging or snowflakes?
Not for this reference design. Its defining look is an untrimmed all-green spiral with only nine pearls, one metal star, and one bell.
Why is my spiral not widening?
Check that the stitch height progresses from sc to hdc, dc, tr, dtr, and ttr across the six equal zones.
Can the metal findings be replaced?
Use similarly sized lightweight findings if necessary, but keep one open silver-tone five-point star and one small brass bell to preserve the reference identity.
Conclusion
One continuous forest-green spiral, exactly six widening turns, nine ivory pearls, one open silver-tone star charm, one doubled natural-jute loop, and one brass jingle bell recreate the compact ornament shown in the supplied reference. The counted graduated zones keep the silhouette balanced while preserving the simple all-green design.
Printable Crochet Pattern Card
Project: Crochet Spiral Christmas Tree Ornament
Skill level: Intermediate Hook: 3.75 mm Yarn: Worsted
Finished size: Approximately 5.5 inches wide by 9.5 inches tall, excluding the hanging loop
Card Materials
- About 185 yards deep forest-green worsted cotton or cotton-blend yarn
- 3.75 mm crochet hook
- Exactly nine 8- to 10-mm ivory pearl beads
- One small antique-silver open-outline five-point star charm with jump ring
- One small antique-brass jingle bell, approximately 0.75 inch wide
- About 18 inches natural jute twine for the doubled hanging loop
- Strong dark-green sewing thread or pearl cotton for shaping and embellishments
- Yarn needle, sewing needle, scissors, six locking markers, tape measure, and blocking pins
Card Instructions
- Crochet One Graduated Green Spiral: Divide 72 foundation positions into six zones and work three progressively taller stitches into every chain to form one widening green coil.
- Shape Exactly Six Tree Turns: Wrap and tack the six graduated stitch zones into exactly six widening green tree turns.
- Add the Jute Loop, Metal Star, and Nine Pearls: Attach one doubled jute loop and one open metal star, then sew nine pearls in a 1-1-2-2-2-1 distribution.
- Attach the Brass Bell and Finish: Suspend one brass bell beneath the sixth turn, secure every tail, and balance the finished ornament.
Finish: Check every count, weave in all ends, block to measurement, and inspect each join.
