This crochet angel pattern is known for its beautiful simplicity. The angel exhibits a divine elegance, with an integrated head and wings section, plus a yarn tassel that forms the dress. The absence of facial features adds to its serene charm, conveying a sense of peace that is perfectly suited to holiday decorations.
Crochet Easy Angel Ornament Pattern
This pattern is quick and effortless, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced crafters. The pieces are crocheted in a continuous spiral with the tassel forming the dress, which attaches directly to the head. The hair is the only part that requires sewing, providing an extra touch of personality to the ornament.
Required Materials
- DK weight yarn in skin color, white, hair color, and dress color (Example used: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Light Caramel, Paper White, Coffee Bean, and Duck Egg Blue)
- 2.5mm crochet hook
- Polyester fiberfill
- A piece of card approximately 4.5″ long or something of a similar size that you can wrap yarn around
- Yarn/twine for hanging
- Stitch marker, yarn needle, scissors
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase
- invdec – invisible decrease
- FLO – front loop only
- dc – double crochet
- dc-inc – double crochet increase
- sk – skip
- sl st – slip stitch
- st/s – stitch/es
- […] – repeat the instructions in brackets
- (…) – indicates stitch count at end of round
Special Stitches
- Standing single crochet: Start with a slip knot on your hook. Insert hook in stitch indicated by pattern. Yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through both loops on hook.
Additional Pattern Notes
- The finished angel ornament measures approximately 5.5″ long (14cm). Size may vary depending on tension and materials used.
- Gauge is not important in this pattern. Use a hook size to match your chosen yarn. Make sure that your stitches are tight enough to prevent stuffing showing through and adjust hook size if necessary.
- Pieces are worked in a continuous spiral starting with a magic ring unless otherwise specified. Mark the first stitch of each round with a removable stitch marker.
- The wings are worked in joined rounds. The ch 2 at the beginning of each round does not count as a stitch.
The angel ornament is versatile, serving as both a delightful addition to festive decor and a heartfelt gift. It can be customized with various yarn colors to match holiday themes. A loop makes it ready for hanging, allowing you to adorn Christmas trees or brighten up walls and windows with these angelic figures.
