This free crochet ball ornament pattern is seriously quick and easy to create! It’s perfect for making darling little ball ornaments to add to your tree this year.
This free crochet ball pattern is awesome because it takes only minutes to whip up! It’s worked in even single crochet rounds with the last being decrease rounds to create the ball shape.
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Each ornament takes under five minutes to create and uses basic single crochet stitches. This is a great beginner crochet project!
If you need a crochet refresher course be sure to check out my Learn To Crochet – a Complete Beginner Guide eBook for an easy step-by-step guide! It’s a great resource for learning how to make a magic ring, basic crochet stitches and different ways to use scrap yarn.
My favorite kind of crochet patterns are ones that work up quickly and can be completed in an evening. Like this Crochet Headband Pattern, this easy Hanging Plant Holder Crochet Pattern and this awesome Crochet Giant Pouf.
More Christmas crochet projects:
- Crochet ball ornament pattern
- Easy crochet tree ornament
- Christmas crochet ornaments
- Crochet snowflake pattern
- Easy crochet gnome ornament pattern
This lovely crochet ball pattern is great for any skill level, the basic stitches are fairly easy to work with. The holiday crochet pattern is a great way to use up your yarn stash with cute crochet ornaments.
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Supplies:
Crochet Abbreviations:
CH – Chain
SL ST – Slip stitch
ST – Stitch
SC – Single crochet stitch
SC DEC – Decrease stitch
Crochet Ball Ornament Pattern:
CH 3. Join with sl st in the first chain.
Round 1: 8 SC in the circle, sl st to join (8)
Round 2: 2 SC in each st, sl st to join (16)
Round 3 – 6: SC in every st, sl st to join (16)
Round 7: SC DEC around, sl st to join (8)
This invisible decrease method creates a crochet sphere or tiny ball.
Fill the cavity in the middle of the ball with stuffing.
Weave a long tail with tapestry needle to cinch the opening closed. Knot twice and weave in ends.
Use a 6” length of yarn to create a loop for hanging. Or string a number of crochet balls together to create a crochet garland.
Ball variations:
- Increase the number of stitches to create larger balls.
- Use worsted weight yarn and a 5 mm hook to make a small ball.
- This free crochet pattern can be used to make sensory toys, bean bags, hacky sacks, stress balls or dryer balls.
- Instead of using a sl st at the beginning of each round, the ball can also be worked in continuous rounds.
- Crochet in the front loop of the previous round to create a whole different look.
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My crafting essentials for crochet projects:
- I love using this Vannas Choice yarn for soft silky projects every time.
- These crochet hooks are ideal for using with all sizes of yarn.
- This crochet kit is perfect for the beginner because everything you need to start is included.
- This lovely yarn tote makes traveling with your crochet project both stylish and easy.
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Crochet Ball Ornament
This free crochet ball ornament pattern is seriously quick and easy to create! It's perfect for making darling little ball ornaments to add to your tree this year.
Materials
- 9mm crochet hook
- Poly-fil stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Bulky weight yarn
- Scissors
Instructions
CH 3. Join with sl st in the first chain.
Round 1: 8 SC in the circle, sl st to join (8)
Round 2: 2 SC in each st, sl st to join (16)
Round 3 - 6: SC in every st, sl st to join (16)
Round 7: SC DEC around, sl st to join (8)
Fill the cavity in the middle of the ball with stuffing.
Weave a long tail with tapestry needle to cinch the opening closed. Knot twice and weave in ends.
Use a 6” length of yarn to create a loop for hanging. Or string a number of crochet balls together to create a crochet garland.
