This crochet Christmas cracker ornament brings a bright handmade accent to a tree, gift wrap, or festive garland. Its berry-colored center, sparkling gold edge, shaped ends, and tiny tied bows give it the familiar bonbon silhouette.
The ornament is worked as two matching flat pieces, then crocheted together around the edge and lightly stuffed.
Quick Answer
Make two shaped panels in Color A, join them with Color B while stuffing, add a chain hanging loop, then tie one gold bow at each neck. Finished size is approximately 13 cm (5.11 in) high by 5.5 cm (2.2 in) wide.
Materials
- DK yarn, Color A: Berry – 9 g / 21 m / 23 yd
- DK yarn, Color B: Gold – 1 g / 5 m / 5.5 yd
- 2.5 mm (US C) crochet hook
- Polyester stuffing
- Yarn needle, scissors, stitch marker, optional pins
Finished Size
Approximately 13 cm (5.11 in) high by 5.5 cm (2.2 in) wide after assembly.
Gauge
Gauge is not essential. Reference gauge: 7 sc and 7 rows in 2.5 cm (1 in).
Abbreviations
- ch – chain
- dec – single crochet decrease
- dc – double crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- inc – 2 sc in the same stitch
- R – row
- sc – single crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- st(s) – stitch(es)
Before You Begin
This pattern uses US crochet terms. Each cracker panel is worked back and forth in rows; turning chains do not count as stitches. Use a firm tension so stuffing does not show through.
Crochet Instructions
Christmas Cracker Panel – make 2
With Color A, ch 9.
- R1: Starting in second ch from hook, 8 sc, ch 1, turn. (8)
- R2: 8 sc, ch 1, turn. (8)
- R3: Dec, 4 sc, dec, ch 1, turn. (6)
- R4: 6 sc, ch 1, turn. (6)
- R5: Dec, 2 sc, dec, ch 1, turn. (4)
- R6: 4 sc, ch 1, turn. (4)
- R7: Inc in each st across, ch 1, turn. (8)
- R8-R23: 8 sc, ch 1, turn. (8) Repeat for 16 rows.
- R24: Dec in each pair of sts across, ch 1, turn. (4)
- R25: 4 sc, ch 1, turn. (4)
- R26: Inc, 2 sc, inc, ch 1, turn. (6)
- R27: 6 sc, ch 1, turn. (6)
- R28: Inc, 4 sc, inc, ch 1, turn. (8)
- R29: 8 sc, ch 1, turn. (8)
- R30:
[sc, hdc, dc in same st; dc, hdc, sc in next st] x 4. (24)
Fasten off. Attach Color A to the first stitch of the starting chain and repeat R30 across the starting chain for the second scalloped end. Make a second matching panel and weave in yarn ends.
Assembly and Hanging Loop
Place the two panels together with all edges aligned. At the top-left corner, insert the hook through both panels and attach Color B.
Single crochet through both layers around the outside to join them. Work 3 sc in each of the four corner stitches. When halfway around, lightly stuff the ornament and continue joining.
At the stitch before the top-left starting corner, work 1 sc in the corner, ch 20, then work 1 sc in the same corner. Sl st to the first joining sc.
Cut yarn, leaving approximately 10 cm (4 in). Sew the tail through the first and last stitches at the base of the hanging loop to secure it. Weave in ends.
Bows and Finishing
Cut two 15 cm (6 in) strands of Color B. Thread the first through the middle stitch of R25 and tie a double-knotted bow. Repeat through the middle stitch of R6 for the second bow.
Optional Printable Pattern
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Helpful Notes
Metallic yarn is optional; use a regular compatible DK yarn for Color B if preferred. Keep the ornament lightly stuffed so the flat cracker shape stays crisp. You can adjust the hanging-loop length before fastening off.
FAQ
Can I use another yarn weight?
Yes, but the finished size and hook requirement will change.
Is it crocheted in the round?
No. It uses two flat panels joined around the outside.
Can I make the loop longer?
Yes. Adjust the 20-chain loop before fastening off.
Final Thoughts
This Christmas cracker ornament is a compact festive project with a polished finish. Make several in different color combinations for a coordinated tree or handmade holiday gifts.