Bring a touch of handmade peace to your tree with this easy crochet angel ornament - Bella.
This simple, 2D design works up in one piece, requires no sewing, and includes a hanging loop for effortless decorating.
Perfect for beginners, it's a great crochet pattern for using up yarn scraps.
Whether you're looking for a meaningful crochet gift idea or a quick crochet idea to add to your Christmas décor (or Easter), this little angel brings warmth, joy, and charm to the season.
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- Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Project Snapshot
- Materials Needed
- Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms
- Special Stitches
- Gauge
- Emily's Notes
- Finished Size
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- Instructions
- Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices, and Color Inspiration
- When To Use An Easy Crochet Angel Ornament
- FAQ
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An easy crochet angel ornament is a small decorative figure typically used for holiday decor, made using simple shaping to form wings, a dress, and a head. It's designed as a lightweight hanging ornament that works well for Christmas trees or seasonal displays.
This beginner-friendly project is worked entirely in one piece, so there's no sewing, shaping, or complicated joining.
It's the kind of relaxing crochet pattern that you can make in an evening while sipping cocoa, and it's perfect for using up scraps of yarn from your stash.
This easy crochet angel ornament is a 2D design, lightweight and perfect for hanging on your Christmas tree, decorating for Easter, tying to gift packages, or slipping into cards as a sweet handmade surprise.
Because it's worked in one piece, there's no assembly or sewing required.
The included hanging loop makes it easy to display, and using small amounts of leftover yarn means every angel can be unique.
This is an ideal crochet idea for beginners wanting a satisfying, quick make that still looks impressive.
Add them to Christmas cards, attach them to wrapped presents, or make a whole garland of angels to decorate your home.
You might like to pair this crochet angel ornament with this easy standing crochet angel - Eve or 3D crochet angel ornament.
Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Worked in one piece-no sewing required
- Beginner-friendly crochet pattern
- Uses small scraps of yarn
- Includes built-in hanging loop for easy display
- Lovely crochet gift idea for Christmas
- Quick and satisfying crochet idea for the holidays
Project Snapshot
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Time Needed: Great calm evening crochet project
Best For: Christmas decor, gifting, keepsake ornaments
Materials Needed
Yarn
#3 light (light worsted, DK, 8ply) with about 12 wraps per inch (WPI)*
- You will need about: 0.15 ounces / 10 yards (4 grams / 9 meters)
Hook
- 3.5 mm (E) hk
- 3 mm hk
Other
- Yarn needle
- scissors
*Wraps per inch (WPI) - this is a measure of yarn thickness. To measure WPI, count how many times the yarn wraps around a ruler in one inch. There are more wraps for thinner yarn and fewer wraps for thicker yarn.
Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms
- Ch - chain stitch
- Dc - double crochet
- Hk - hook
- Rnd - round
- Rpt - repeat
- Sc - single crochet
- Sl st - slip stitch
- St/sts - stitch/stitches
- Tr - treble crochet
Special Stitches
How to Treble Crochet
Step 1: Yarn over twice, insert hook into stitch and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook).
Step 2: Next, yarn over and pull through two loops (3 loops on hook).
Step 3: Then, yarn over and pull through two loops (2 loops on hook).
Step 4: Yarn over and pull through remaining loops (1 loop on hook).
Gauge
Not so important for this project.
Emily's Notes
This is one of those makes that feels calming from start to finish. The shapes are simple, but once it all comes together, it has a really gentle, decorative feel that stands out on a tree without needing anything fancy.
Finished Size
Crochet angel is about 5 inches (12.5cm) long this includes the hanging loop.
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Instructions
Foundation, 3.5mm hk - ch3, sl st into 1st ch to form a ring.
Rnd 1 - ch2 (not a st), 6dc in ring, change to 3mm hk, ch20, sl st into 1st ch, change to 3.5mm hk, 6dc into ring, sl st into 1st dc to join. [12dc, 1 hanging loop]
Rnd 2 - ch3, sl st into same sp a ch-3, turn.
Rnd 3 (wings) - * ch4, (3tr, ch4) sl st into ch-3 sp, turn, make 3sc around the ch-4, 1sc in next 3-sts, make 3sc around the ch-4, sl st back into ch-3 sp, rpt from * 1 more time. Do not turn.
Rnd 4 - ch2 (not a st), 3dc into ch-3 sp, turn. [3dc]
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Rnd 5 - ch2 (not a st), 2dc in same sp as ch-2, 1dc in next st, 2dc in last st, turn. [5dc]
Rnd 6 - ch2 (not a st), 2dc in same sp as ch-2, 1dc in next 3-sts, 2dc in last st, turn. [7dc]
Rnd 7 - ch2 (not a st), 2dc in same sp as ch-2, 1dc in next 5-sts, 2dc in last st, turn. [9dc]
Rnd 8 - ch2 (not a st), 2dc in same sp as ch-2, 1dc in next 7-sts, 2dc in last st, turn. [11dc]
Rnd 9 - ch3, sl st into same sp as ch-3, *ch3, sl st into next st, rpt from * 10 times, ch1, cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends.
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Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices, and Color Inspiration
- Cotton or acrylic yarn both work well-cotton gives crisp definition, acrylic adds softness
- Try white, cream, or gold for a traditional angel look
- Sparkly yarn makes the halo stand out beautifully
- Great for using up small yarn leftovers
- Makes a perfect crochet gift idea or Christmas crochet pattern to share
- Work a few in different colors to create a heavenly garland
When To Use An Easy Crochet Angel Ornament
- Holiday decorating when you want handmade pieces with meaning
- Quiet evening crafting sessions with simple stitching
- Making small, thoughtful gifts for Christmas
- Adding soft decorative touches to seasonal displays
- Building a coordinated ornament collection
FAQ
Yes! Use a thicker yarn and larger hook for a bigger ornament.
Blocking helps it hang flat, but it's optional-especially if using cotton yarn.
Absolutely! The design is simple and worked in one piece, making it perfect for new crocheters.
Hang them on your Christmas tree, add them to cards, gifts, or create a festive garland.
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