Whimsical Cheery Snowflake Ornament Free Pattern

This crochet snowflake ornament is a delightful addition to your holiday decor. With a whimsical design that uses basic stitches, it’s perfect for beginners looking to add some cheer to their festive decorations.

Materials Needed:

• Lightweight cotton yarn in white and light blue
• 3.5 mm (E) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle
• Stiffening solution (optional)
• Small ribbon for hanging (optional)

Stitches Used:

• Chain (ch)
• Slip stitch (sl st)
• Double crochet (dc)
• Single crochet (sc)
• Half double crochet (hdc)

Instructions:

1. Start with a magic circle.
2. Round 1: Ch 5 (counts as dc + ch 2), *dc in magic circle, ch 2; repeat from * 5 more times (total of 6 dc clusters), join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch 5.
3. Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), *dc in next ch 2 space, ch 2, dc in same space; repeat from * around (total of 6 clusters), join with sl st to top of beginning ch 3.
4. Round 3: Sl st to first ch 2 space, ch 3 (counts as dc), *dc in next ch 2 space and ch 1, repeat from * 5 more times. Join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3.
5. Round 4: Sl st to first ch 1 space, ch 3 (counts as dc), *dc in next ch 1 space, ch 3, dc in next ch 1 space; repeat from * around, join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3.
6. Fasten off and weave in ends.
7. Optional: To make your snowflake stiffer, apply a stiffening solution according to the package instructions. Allow to dry completely.
8. If desired, attach a small ribbon loop for hanging.

Final Touches:

Your whimsical snowflake ornament is now ready to add a touch of cheer to your holiday decorations! Hang it on your tree, use it to embellish your gifts, or even create a garland with multiple snowflakes for a sweet winter display.