Santa Ornament Crochet Pattern
Santa Ornament Crochet Pattern – A cute and cozy holiday DIY that works up fast. Hang him on the tree, gift him, or make a whole Santa squad!
If your holiday décor leans “homemade happiness” with a sprinkle of nostalgia, you’re going to love this Santa Ornament Crochet Pattern. This cheerful little Santa is quick to make, beginner-friendly, and perfect for trimming the tree, topping gifts, or hanging from garlands and wreaths. He’s the kind of project you’ll want to make in batches — one for your tree, one for the kids’ rooms, one for the teachers, one for the neighbors… you get it!
Why You’ll Love This Pattern
This Santa ornament works up fast using basic stitches and minimal yarn, making it a great stash-buster project. You can use traditional Christmas colors for a classic look or switch things up — think pink Santa, pastel Santa, or even vintage-inspired Santa for cottagecore vibes. It’s also a fantastic pattern for holiday craft fairs or quick handmade gifts.
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Santa Ornament Crochet Pattern
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Yarn: #4 worsted weight yarn in red white and flesh color (I used Red Heart Super Saver)
Crochet Hook: US G (4 mm)
Also needed: fiber fill, yarn needle, extra small pom pom maker (or a use store bought mini pom pom), safety eyes
Gauge: 14 sc and 15 rows = 4 inches
Size: approximately 4 inches tall
Pattern instructions:
With the flesh colored yarn, ch 2.
Round 1: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to first sc.
Round 2: Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc)
Round 3: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc)
Round 4: Ch1.*2sc in next sc. 1sc in each of the next 2sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc)
Round 5: Ch1.*2sc in next sc. 1sc in each of next 3sc. Repeat from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. (30 sc)
Round 6: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. Rep last round 4 times more.
Next round: Ch 1. *Draw up a loop in each of next 2 sc. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook – sc2tog made. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc)
Next rnd: Ch 1. *Sc2tog over next 2 sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. 18 sc.
Add safety eyes.
Stuff Head.
Next rnd: Ch 1. *Sc2tog over next 2 sc. 1 sc in next sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. 12 sc.
Next rnd: Ch 1. *Sc2tog over next 2 sts. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first st. Fasten off. 6 sc.
For the Hat:
With the white yarn, ch 30. Join with sl st to first ch.
Round 1: Ch 2 (does not count as hdc). 1 hdc in each ch around. Join red with sl st to first hdc.
Round 2: Ch 1. Working in back loops only, 1 sc in each hdc around. Join with sl st to first sc.
Rounds 3-5: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc.
Round 6: Ch 1. *1 sc in each of next 3 sc. Sc2tog over next 2 sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc)
Round 7: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join with sl st to first sc. 8th rnd: Ch 1. *1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Sc2tog over next 2 sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc)
Round 8: Ch 1. *1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Sc2tog over next 2 sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. 18 sc.9th rnd: As 7th rnd.
Round 9: Same as 7th rnd.
Round 10: Ch 1. *1 sc in next sc. Sc2tog over next 2 sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. 12 sc.
Round 11: Same as 7th rnd.
Round 12: Ch 1. *Sc2tog over next 2 sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first sc. 6 sc.
13th to 15th rnds: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off at end of last rnd. Draw through rem sts tightly and fasten securely.
For the Pom Pom:
Use a mini pom pom maker to make a pom pom or attach a store bought one.
For the Beard:
With the white yarn, ch 14.
Row 1: 1sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1sc in each ch to end of ch. Turn. (13 sc)
Row 2: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc across. Turn.
Row 3: Ch 1. Sc2tog over first 2 sc. 1 sc in each sc to last 2 sc. Sc2tog over last 2 sc. Turn.
Rep last row until 3 sc at end of last row.
Next row: Ch 1. Draw up a loop in each of next 3 sts. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook – sc3tog made. Fasten off.
For the Nose:
With the red yarn, chain 3.
Slip stitch into first stitch. Break yarn and pull through loop.
Finishing:
Sew on the nose. Sew the Beard and Hat to Head as shown in picture. Make loop with metallic cord or ribbon and attach to top of ornament as shown in picture.
How to Use Your Santa Ornament
This ornament is cute on its own, but here are a few fun ways to style it:
- Hang several together for a Santa garland across your mantel
- Tie one to each stocking for a personalized touch
- Add one to a wrapped gift as a keepsake topper
- Create a full “handmade ornament” themed tree
Make It a Tradition
There’s something truly special about making ornaments by hand — especially when you do it year after year. This Santa ornament is simple enough to become a yearly tradition with kids or grandkids. Everyone gets to pick their own Santa style, and the memories show up on the tree every December.
Looking for more holiday crochet patterns like this Santa Ornament Crochet Pattern?
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