Want a quick crochet Christmas tree ornament with a crisp triangle, textured branch details, and a tiny flower topper? This flat design uses simple rows and clusters.
This delicate crochet tree ornament starts at the top with a small four-petal flower, then grows downward into a triangular tree shape. The solid center becomes wider row by row, while the cluster stitches along the edges create the textured branch-like outline.
Once the crochet tree body reaches its full width, a small six-stitch trunk is worked directly from the final row. A little blocking helps sharpen the triangle and define the clusters, while different yarn colors, beads, sequins, or buttons can give each crochet ornament its own festive look.
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Materials & Tools Needed
- Yarn: 3-ply weight yarn. White is used in the tutorial, but green or any festive color can be used.
- Hook: 2.75 mm crochet hook. The video text notes 2.7 mm, while the hook shown reads 2.75 mm.
- Notions: Scissors and a yarn needle for weaving in ends.
Finished Size & Customization Ideas
The finished ornament is a small, delicate, flat Christmas tree made over 10 rows total, including the flower at the top.
The basic shape gives you plenty of room to change the look without changing the pattern itself. Try green for the tree body, yellow for the star-like flower topper, and brown for the trunk.
For extra decoration, sew on mini beads, sequins, or tiny buttons across the solid double crochet center. A small loop of twine or ribbon attached to the top flower also turns the finished piece into a ready-to-hang tree ornament.
Pattern Abbreviations & Terminology
US crochet terms are used throughout the pattern.
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- dc: double crochet
- cl: cluster, such as 2dc cl or 3dc cl
- spc: space
- sk: skip
- rep: repeat
Step-by-Step Crochet Christmas Tree Ornament
The ornament is worked from the small flower at the top downward. The flower creates the starting space for the tree body, and the tree then widens gradually through the center section.
Part 1: The Flower Tree Topper
Round 1: Ch 5, sl st into the first ch to form a ring.
Round 2: Ch 2, 1 dc, ch 2, sl st into the ring. Repeat from * to * a total of 4 times to create a small flower with 4 petals.
Round 3: Ch 3, sl st into the back of the first petal to create the foundational chain space behind the flower where the tree body will be worked.
Why This Space Matters: The chain-3 space made behind the flower is not just a finishing detail. It becomes the starting point for the triangular tree, so make sure it is clearly formed before moving on.
Part 2: Building the Tree Body
The tree body is worked in turned rows. Each row expands the center while the cluster sections at the sides maintain the branch-like outline.
Row 1: Ch 3, turn. In the ch-3 spc just made, work (2dc cl, ch 3, 3dc cl).
Row 2: Ch 3, turn. Work (2dc cl, ch 3, 3dc cl, ch 3, 3dc cl) all into the center ch-3 spc. End with 1 dc in the turning ch spc.
Row 3: Ch 3, turn. In the first ch-3 spc, work (2dc cl, ch 3, 3dc cl in the same spc). Ch 2, work 2 dc in the middle space, ch 2. In the last ch-3 spc, work (3dc cl, ch 3, 3dc cl). End the row with 1 dc in the turning ch spc.
Row 4: Ch 3, turn. In the first ch-3 spc, work (2dc cl, ch 3, 3dc cl). Ch 2, work 4 dc in the middle space, working over the 2 dc of the previous row, ch 2. In the last ch-3 spc, work (3dc cl, ch 3, 3dc cl). End with 1 dc.
Row 5: Ch 3, turn. In the first ch-3 spc, work (2dc cl, ch 3, 3dc cl). Ch 2, work 6 dc in the middle section, ch 2. In the last ch-3 spc, work (3dc cl, ch 3, 3dc cl) and end with 1 dc.
Rows 6–8: Repeat the established pattern framework. For the center solid section, increase by 1 dc on each side, for an increase of 2 dc total per row.
Before Moving On: Keep checking the number of center double crochets as the tree grows. The final row of the tree body should have exactly 12 dc in the center solid section. Following this increase pattern gives the ornament exactly 10 rows total, including the flower top.
Part 3: Creating the Tree Trunk
The trunk is worked directly from the center of the final tree-body row, so its placement depends on finding the middle six stitches correctly.
Row 1: Looking at the final row of 12 center dc stitches, sk the first 3 dc. Attach yarn in the 4th dc. Ch 3, which counts as the first dc, and work 5 dc across the next 5 stitches, giving you a centered 6-stitch trunk.
Row 2: Ch 3, turn, and work 5 dc across.
Center Check: Because the trunk uses the fourth stitch as its starting point, skipping the first three stitches is what places the six-stitch trunk in the middle of the 12-stitch center section. Check this placement before working the second row.
Finishing the Ornament
Fasten Off: Cut the yarn, leaving a small tail, and pull it through the final loop to secure the trunk.
Weave in Ends: Using a tapestry or yarn needle, carefully weave all starting and finishing tails through the back of the solid double crochet stitches to hide them securely.
Optional Blocking for a Crisp Shape
Blocking is optional, but it can make a noticeable difference to this flat ornament.
Lightly mist the finished piece with water, pin it flat on a blocking board, and shape the edges into a clean triangle. Allow it to dry completely before removing the pins.
Shape Check: Pay particular attention to the outer cluster edges and the triangular sides while pinning. Blocking helps the branch texture stand out and gives the finished tree the crisp shape seen in the tutorial.
A Few Ways to Make Each Tree Your Own
The white version gives the ornament a simple, delicate appearance, but the same design can take on a completely different look with color changes.
- Use green for the tree body.
- Use yellow for the flower/star topper.
- Use brown for the trunk.
- Add tiny beads, sequins, or buttons across the solid center as miniature ornaments.
- Attach a twine or ribbon loop through the top flower for hanging.
The flat shape also makes this design useful beyond the Christmas tree. It can be added to a gift, used as a small festive applique, or made in several color combinations for a coordinated holiday display.
With its flower topper, expanding center, textured cluster edges, and little centered trunk, the finished ornament has all the recognizable details of a tiny Christmas tree while remaining light and easy to decorate.
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