- Time needed
- 1 hr
- Made this
- 0 crocheters
- Skill level
- Easy
- Hook size
- 2.5 mm
- Finished size
- Approx. 4.75 in (12 cm) tall from star tip to bell; bottom coil approx. 2.75 in (7 cm) wide
On this page
- Skill level
Easy
Simple stitches with a little shaping or colour change.
- Time
1 hr
An average pace, including assembly.
- Use
Quick Holiday Gift
Approx. 4.75 in (12 cm) tall from star tip to bell; bottom coil approx. 2.75 in (7 cm) wide
Why you'll love it
- It takes about an hour, so you can make a whole set in an evening.
- The spiral shape forms naturally from simple increases, with no sewing of separate tiers.
- It uses only small amounts of yarn, which makes it perfect for leftover cotton.
- The silver edge and jingle bell add sparkle and sound for a festive touch.
- It works as a tree ornament, gift topper, or small handmade gift.
Materials needed
Tools
- 2.5 mm (US B/C) crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Locking stitch markers (to mark the increase sections)
- One 12 mm (1/2 in) silver jingle bell
- Optional: fabric stiffener or spray starch
Gauge & finished measurements
Gauge: 24 sc and 26 rows = 4 in (10 cm) in sport-weight cotton with a 2.5 mm hook. Exact gauge is not critical, but tighter or looser tension changes how tightly the spiral curls.
Row counter
Row 0
Tap the circle after each row
The pattern
Spiral Strip
Star Topper (make 2)
Assembly
- 1
Weave in the silver ends and the beginning of the white tail you will not need, keeping the 8 in white tail at the top end and the 6 in white tail at the bottom end.
- 2
Let the strip coil naturally, with the silver edge on the outside. The smallest coils should be at the top end and the largest at the bottom.
- 3
Make the hanging loop: cut 8 in (20 cm) of white yarn, fold it in half and knot the ends together to form a loop about 3 in (7.5 cm) long.
- 4
Place the two stars wrong sides together. Slip the top end of the strip and the knot of the hanging loop between them, at the base of the top point.
- 5
With the silver tail of the second star, sew the stars together around the edge through both layers, stitching through the strip end and the loop knot to secure them. Use the white top tail to add a few extra stitches anchoring the strip to the back star. Weave in all ends.
- 6
With the white bottom tail, sew the jingle bell securely to the bottom tip of the strip. Weave in the end.
- 7
Hold the ornament by its loop and let the coils drop into a cone. For crisper coils, lightly spray with starch or brush with fabric stiffener while it hangs, and let it dry completely.
Important notes
- Tip: This is an original pattern inspired by the photo. Hidden construction details, yarn weight, and dimensions are interpreted from the image, and the pattern has not been physically test-crocheted.
- Tip: Abbreviations (US terms): ch = chain, sc = single crochet, hdc = half double crochet, dc = double crochet, sl st = slip stitch, MR = magic ring.
- Tip: The turning ch 1 does not count as a stitch.
- Tip: Rows 1, 3 and 5 are worked toward the top end; Rows 2 and 4 are worked toward the bottom end.
- Tip: How tightly the strip coils depends on your tension. For tighter coils, add 2-3 extra increases in each Row 3 section; for looser coils, remove a few.
- Tip: Cotton yarn holds the spiral shape best and responds well to starch.
- Tip: Safety: the jingle bell and small parts are a choking hazard. This is a decoration, not a toy for babies or young children.
Pattern FAQ
Why isn't my strip curling into a spiral?
The outer edge must be noticeably longer than the inner edge. Check that you worked all the Row 3 increases and that the silver slip stitch edge is loose. If your tension is very relaxed, add a few extra increases in each Row 3 section.
Can I make the tree taller or with more coils?
Yes. Add a fifth section at the bottom: chain 48 more stitches in the foundation, and in Row 3 work [sc in the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch] across those extra 48 stitches before the existing bottom section (48 stitches become 57 after the 9 increases and 3 extra sc at the end of that section if you work 9 repeats plus sc in the last 3).
Can I use acrylic yarn?
You can, but acrylic is springier and may not hold the coils as neatly. Cotton or a cotton blend gives the crispest spiral, especially if you starch it.
How do I keep the coils from collapsing in storage?
Stiffening the ornament with spray starch or fabric stiffener helps it keep its shape. Store it hanging or loosely wrapped in tissue paper so the coils are not crushed.
Can I skip the jingle bell?
Yes. Replace it with a small pompom, a bead, or a tiny crocheted ball, or simply weave in the bottom tail. The bell's weight helps stretch the coils into a cone, so the tree may look a little more compact without it.
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