Flat Crochet Christmas Bell Pattern: Elegant Ornament for Your Holiday Tree

There’s something magical about crocheting your own Christmas decorations. The quiet rhythm of the stitches, the sparkle of fine cotton thread, and that cozy feeling of making something truly special for the season.

This Flat Crochet Christmas Bell Pattern is a charming project that’s quick, elegant, and perfect for beginners or experienced crocheters alike. Whether you hang it on your Christmas tree, add it to a garland, or use it as a handmade gift tag, this little bell will bring a warm handmade touch to your holiday celebrations.

Ready to create some festive magic with your hook? Let’s begin!

Finished Size

Approximately 3.5 inches (9 cm) tall.

Materials

• Yarn: Size 10 cotton thread (any color of your choice)

• Hook: 1.95 mm crochet hook

• Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends)

• Scissors

• Starch or fabric stiffener (for shaping the bell)

Abbreviations (US Terms)

Notes Before You Start

• Work in rows, not rounds.

• Chain 3 at the beginning of each row counts as the first dc.

• The pattern creates a flat bell shape, which will be stiffened later.

How to Make a Flat Crochet Christmas Bell Pattern
Pattern Instructions

Row 1 – Base Circle

Start with a magic loop.
Make 6 sc into the loop. Pull to tighten. (6 sts)

Row 2

Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), dc in same st.
Make 2 dc in each st around. (12 dc total)

Row 3

Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc).
Skip first st, (2 dc in next st, ch 1) repeat across.
Finish with 2 dc in last st. (6 groups of 2 dc with ch 1 between each)

Row 4

Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same st.
Make V-st (dc, ch 1, dc) in each ch-1 sp across, separated by ch 1.
End with dc in top of starting ch 3. (5 V-sts total)

Rows 5–7

Repeat Row 4, but replace ch 1 between V-sts with ch 2.

Rows 8–10

Repeat Row 4 again, but replace ch 2 with ch 3 between V-sts.
After Row 10, fasten off or continue to next step.

Row 11 – Decorative Edge

Ch 3 (counts as dc), ch 3.
In each ch-3 sp, make:
(3 dc, picot, 2 dc), ch 3, then move to next space.
Repeat across.
End with ch 3, dc in top of beginning ch 3.

Row 12 – Single Crochet & Loops

Ch 1, sc in first dc.
(Ch 5, sc in next group’s first dc, ch 5, sc in last dc of same group) repeat across.
You’ll have 10 sc and 9 chain-5 spaces at the end.

Row 13 – Final Decorative Row

Ch 3 (counts as dc).
In each ch-5 sp:
(dc, ch 1) × 4, dc (5 dc total with ch 1 between each).
Sc in next ch-5 sp.
Repeat this pattern across.
End with dc in top of beginning ch.

Trimming and Hanging Loop

Sides

Make 3 sc around each dc along the sides of the bell.
At the top (magic loop area), make:

• 1 sc in magic loop

• ch 30 (for hanging loop)

• sl st in first ch

• 1 sc in magic loop again

Continue with 3 sc around each dc on the other side until you reach the bottom.

Bottom Edge

In each ch-1 sp, make:
(sc, ch 3, sc) repeat along the edge.
At corners or transitions, add an extra sc for smooth edges.
Finish with a sl st in the first sc.
Fasten off and weave in ends.

Finishing Touches

To give your bell a firm, elegant look:

1. Prepare boiled starch or use fabric stiffener.

2. Soak the bell and gently shape it into a flat bell form.

3. Place on a cotton cloth and let it dry for about 24 hours, stretching occasionally to maintain shape.

Optional Decoration

Add your personal touch:

• A small bow, bead, or jingle bell at the top.

• Crochet it in gold, white, or red for a classic Christmas look.

Tips & Ideas

Your flat crochet bell can be used as:

• A lovely Christmas tree ornament

• Part of a holiday garland

• A decorative tag for handmade gifts

• A charming addition to festive cards

Suggested Internal Links

• Oversized Crochet Gingerbread Man Pattern – Free Christmas Amigurumi Tutorial

• Delicate Crochet Snowflake Pattern — Free Step-by-Step Tutorial

• Quick & Charming Christmas Crochet Stars (Free, Easy Pattern)

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