Crochet Christmas Present Ornaments: A Festive Holiday Craft
Crochet Christmas Present Ornaments
Crochet Christmas present ornaments are not only festive but also a delightful addition to your holiday decorations. These tiny treasures add a touch of warmth and homemade charm to any tree or gift package. Using cozy yarn and a few basic crochet stitches, you can create a whimsical ornament that will bring smiles and joy to all who see it.
Whether you are an experienced crocheter or just starting out, crafting these miniature gifts is a fun and rewarding way to celebrate the magic of the season. So grab your crochet hook, pick out your favorite yarn colors, and get ready to spread some holiday cheer with these adorable present ornaments!What You Will Need for Making the Crochet Christmas Present Ornaments
I used a size 3.0 hook and Scheepjes Catona yarn. I used 50g skeins, but if you are only making a few ornaments, you can opt for the smaller 25g skeins at least for the ribbon and bow colors. Use a similar sized hook and yarn to get the same end result. If you use a smaller or larger size hook and yarn, your ornament might look smaller or bigger. The choice is yours as are the color combinations! You can check out what color combos I used at the end of this post.
The square ornament measures approximately 2×2 inches and the rectangular one 2×3 inches, so they are the perfect size for decorating your Christmas tree, adding to your wreath or garland! They can also take your gift wrapping to the next level, as you can attach them with some ribbon or string to an actual present.
Terminology Guide
| US Terminology | UK Terminology |
| Chain (CH) | Chain |
| Slip Stitch (SL ST) | Slip Stitch |
| Single Crochet (SC) | Double Crochet |
| Half Double Crochet (HDC) | Half Treble Crochet |
| Double Crochet (DC) | Treble Crochet |
| Treble Crochet (TR) | Double Treble Crochet |
How to Make the Rectangular Shaped Present
- Make 2 pieces measuring 15 SC by 6 rows
- Make 2 pieces measuring 10 SC by 6 rows
- Make 2 pieces measuring 15 SC by 10 rows
Box Lid Finish Instructions
- Make your 6th piece 4 SCs wider and 4 rows taller. Then, SC across the four sides, putting one less SC on each side than the number of rows/stitches available.
- SC in the back loop only and then place another 2 rounds of SCs.
- Finish off the lid by placing a round of SL STs.
- Add a loop by securing the yarn on one corner and placing 15 CHs.
Color Combinations for Your Ornaments
The color combinations I used (yarn is Scheepjes Catona) are:
- Shocking Pink 114 (main body) & Crystalline 385 (ribbon and bow)
- Garden Rose 251 (main body) & Lemon 280 (ribbon and bow)
- Hot Red 115 (main body) & Saffron 249 (ribbon and bow)
- Vivid Blue 146 (main body) & Shocking Pink 114 (ribbon and bow)