About This Christmas Bells Pattern
This pattern creates a sweet pair of crocheted Christmas bells complete with leaves, berries, and a hanging loop. It uses YarnArt Jeans DK weight yarn and a small hook to create a neat, detailed finish. The pattern includes step-by-step rounds, a crab (reverse) stitch edge, and clear assembly instructions. Ideal for making festive ornaments or small seasonal gifts.
Youll crochet two bells, four leaves, three berries, and a loop, then assemble them into a finished ornament. Photos and concise instructions help you through attaching the jingle bells and hiding tails neatly.
Why You'll Love This Christmas Bells Pattern
I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple stitches into an elegant holiday ornament thats full of charm. I enjoy the balance of quick, focused rounds for the bells and the delicate shaping used for the leaves and berries. The crab (reverse) stitch edge adds a professional finish that I find very satisfying. Its a delightful project to gift or display, and I always enjoy making a few as seasonal presents.
Switch Things Up
I like to change colors to match my holiday decor; using metallic or sparkly yarn gives the bells a festive sheen.
To create a chunkier ornament, I try a bulkier yarn and a larger hook for a bold, plush version that fills a larger space.
For a tiny keychain charm, I downsize using thinner yarn and a smaller hook to make mini bells that are perfect for gifts.
I sometimes embellish with beads or sequins along the bell rim to add a little extra sparkle and texture to the finished piece.
Make the loop longer or shorter depending on where you want to hang it — a short loop looks best on wreaths, while a longer loop is ideal for tree branches.
I enjoy swapping the red berries for small pom-poms or tiny embroidered berries when I want a softer look.
If you want a more rustic feel, try natural or muted tones and add twine instead of a crocheted loop for hanging.
I often change the jingle bells to wooden beads or tiny bells in different finishes for a personalized sound and look.
Try grouping several sets of bells together on a single ribbon to make a charming garland for a doorway or mantle.
For gifting, I stitch a small ribbon bow at the top of the leaf cluster and package a set of two bells in a festive box.
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
✗ Crocheting too loosely can let stuffing show through the stitches; keep tension tight and consistent to prevent gaps and a messy finish.
✗ Forgetting to work in continuous spirals causes visible seams and mismatched stitch alignment; use a stitch marker and crochet without turning chains.
✗ Not securing the tambourine or jingle bell tightly may cause it to fall out later; pull the thread firmly through the eye and tie securely with extra knots.
✗ Skipping the crab (reverse) stitch round will remove the neat finished edge; work the specified crab stitch row as directed to maintain the bell rim detail.
