On the 9th day of Christmas, we bring the perfect crochet project that takes only MINUTES to make, but it packs a dramatic decorative punch! Add some holiday cheer to any centerpiece by adding these Curly-Q Spokes in any color! I demonstrate this simple step by step process and take a few simple items to make this cheerful display. Let’s get started!
I gathered my supplies. I purchased everything from JoAnn’s Craft stores but you can find these items at any craft store or Walmart.
Red Heart Yarns Super Saver in any colors
A glass Bowl Vase
Mini Ornament Bobbles
Pipe Cleaners
Scissors
Size H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
Decorative pieces from the wreath section at the craft store
For the curly crochet spokes, I took my crochet hook and yarn
With the yarn, I chained 2, and then put 5 SC in the 2nd ch from hook. I continued to work in continuous rounds putting one SC in each st around until the piece was long enough to fit the pipe cleaner inside of it.
Once I got to the top, I fastened off. Then I curled the top half of the pipe cleaner that I just crocheted around to make it twisted.
I put the ornaments inside of the fishbowl vase, then I added the decorative pieces and the curly pieces I crocheted. Voila! It’s a beautiful centerpiece!!
If anyone is looking for a rustic holiday decoration, I have just the thing for you! I did these easy jute covered balloon balls and they turned out so awesome. Below you can see my step by step process from start to finish. This idea has me thinking in all kinds of creative directions using string art to decorate for the holidays. I may have to make more! In the meantime check out my picture tutorial and follow along today.
First I gathered all the supplies I needed. (See photo above)
Water Balloons, Scissors, Paint brush, Mod Podge, and Jute.
I also used rubber gloves and a tupperware container that are not pictured.
I blew up the balloons to be mini balls, and then I added the Mod Podge to the tupperware container.
I proceeded to dunk the jute into the mod podge and then wrap it around the balloon using my rubber gloves for protection.
I wrapped about 20 times.
Then I used the paint brush to reinforce the mod podge to the jute.
I let it dry for 24 hours.
Once it was all dry, I popped the balloon and removed it from the middle of the ball.
The jute stayed in place!! Woohoo!! I then used a tweezer to get any extra mod podge out of the gaps and make the ball look cleaner.
I added an ornament hook to the ball and hung it on my tree!
This layered rainbow Christmas Tree Ornament is our second pattern in the 12 Days of Christmas Ornament collection! This is such a cute little crocheted gift to adorn your tree or use it instead of a bow on a package!!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this ornament:
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Teacher: Nadia Fuad
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Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.
Materials you will need:
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in any colors you want. I used Gold, Warm Brown, Royal, Violet, Cherry Red, Perfect Pink, Coral, Spring Green, Medium Thyme, Hunter Green, Pool, Blue
–E-3.50mm Crochet Hook
–Stuffing
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors
NOTES:
-Use a larger hook to make this larger.
-This ornament measures approximately 5 inches tall and 3 inches wide
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Circle Number 1: Make 1
In Royal
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to first SC
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Circle Number 2: Make 2
(Make 1 in Violet and 1 in Cherry Red)
Work in Continuous Rounds
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Circle Number 3: Make 2
(Make 1 in Perfect Pink and 1 in Coral)
Work in Continuous Rounds
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Circle Number 4: Make 2
(Make 1 in Spring Green and 1 in Medium Thyme)
Work in Continuous Rounds
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Circle Number 5: Make 2
(Make 1 in Hunter Green and 1 in Pool)
Work in Continuous Rounds
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: [2SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Circle Number 6: Make 2
(Make 1 in Blue and 1 in Royal)
Work in Continuous Rounds
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: [2SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)
Rnd 6: [2SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Circle Number 7: Make 2
(Make 1 in Violet and 1 in Cherry Red)
Work in Continuous Rounds
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: [2SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)
Rnd 6: [2SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)
Rnd 7: [2SC in next st, SC in next 5 sts] 6 times. (42)
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Circle Number 8: Make 2
(Make 1 in Perfect Pink and 1 in Coral)
Work in Continuous Rounds
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: [2SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)
Rnd 6: [2SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)
Rnd 7: [2SC in next st, SC in next 5 sts] 6 times. (42)
Rnd 8: [2SC in next st, SC in next 6 sts] 6 times. (48)
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Trunk: Make 1
With Warm Brown
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnds 3-7: SC in each st around. (12)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Star: Make 1 in Gold
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 10 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to 1st st
Rnd 2: *Ch up 4, SC in 2nd ch from hook, HDC in next ch, DC in last ch, Sk 1 st, sl st in next st, Repeat from * around. Sl st to beginning. (5 star points)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Assembly:
See video tutorial for visual instructions to sew everything together.
Sew layers of circles through the center of each circle. Tie knots on the top and bottom to secure the layers.
Stuff trunk and sew to bottom layer of tree
Sew star to the top of the tree.
Weave in all ends.
Enjoy!!
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The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns
This Rustic Evergreen Ornament is a simple yet festive touch to your country Christmas decor. This darling accent also makes a great gift topper embellishment! Using your scrap yarn, this easy to make project is a lovely touch that will make your home feel warm and welcoming.
Crochet strips tied and shaped around an everyday stick accented with rich shades of green and brown, topped with a small star make this item one of the easiest and most cozy DIY projects you will make this holiday season!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this ornament:
**You can always contact me via Facebook if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.
***These patterns are copyright YARNutopia © so PLEASE DO NOT COPY, SHARE, ADJUST OR RESELL MY PATTERN. I wrote and tested this pattern myself, from beginning to end. It took a lot of time and work, and I would really like to have it remain “my pattern.”
***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!
Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)
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Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.
Materials:
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in any color you want. (Scraps only in shades of green/tan)
–E-3.50mm Crochet Hook
-Twig (Stick from outside)
–Thread (to make it into an ornament)
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors
NOTES:
-The smaller the hook, the better
-The stick I used was about 7 inches long
-Be careful tying your knots to not snap the twig in half
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half-Double Crochet
FHDC: Foundation Half Double Crochet
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Tree:
Top Strands: Make 2
FHDC 15, Fasten off. Weave in all ends
Next Strands: Make 2
FHDC 19, Fasten off. Weave in all ends
Next Strands: Make 2
FHDC 23, Fasten off. Weave in all ends
Last Strands: Make 2
FHDC 27, Fasten off. Weave in all ends
You should have 8 strands in total.
Assembly step:
Tie all strands to twig (See video tutorial for visual instructions
Star:
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 10 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to 1st st
Rnd 2: *Ch up 5, SC in 2nd ch from hook, HDC in next ch, DC in last 2 chs, Sk 1 st, sl st in next st, Repeat from * around. Sl st to beginning. (5 star points)
Fasten off, weave in ends
Assembly:
Attach Star to top of tree on twig and tie a strand of thread for an ornament. See video tutorial for visual instructions.
Enjoy!!
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This project is a simple how-to on crocheting around an ornament. This is a revival of a vintage art and bringing back those homemade ornaments from days gone by. How lovely would it be, as a crocheter, to decorate your tree in a variety of these. It is the perfect way to showcase your work during the holidays! These also make wonderful gifts! Imagine the look on someone’s face when they receive an entire box of these gems!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this lovely ornament:
Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad
Questions? Leave a comment!
You may sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my name and Etsy Shop (YARNutopia).
Please do not copy and post this pattern and claim it as your own.
Materials:
-Red Heart Yarn (Any Scraps of Worsted Weight)
-E-3.50mm Crochet Hook
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors
NOTES:
You can use any type of yarn and any size bulb or round ornament.
Ch: chain
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
DC2TOG: Double Crochet 2 Together (See video tutorial for this stitch)
Pattern
Ch 3
Rnd 1: In 3rd ch from hook, dc, ch 2, *DC2TOG, ch 2, repeat from * 7 more times, ending with ch 2, sl st to beginning st. (8 groupings with 8 ch 2 sps)
Rnd 2: sl st into ch 2 sp, {ch 2, dc, ch2, dc2tog} in same ch 2 sp, [dc2tog, ch 2, dc2tog] in each ch 2 sp around. Sl st to beginning dc of round. (16 dc2togs & 8 ch 2 sps)
Rnd 3: sl st into ch 2 sp, {ch 2, dc, ch 2, dc2tog} in same ch 2 sp, *ch 1 [dc2tog, ch2, dc2tog] in next ch 2 sp, repeat from * around, finishing with ch 1, sl st to beginning dc of round.
Rnd 4: Sl st into ch 2 sp, {Ch 2, dc, ch 2, dc2tog} in same ch 2 sp, *ch 2 [dc2tog, ch2, dc2tog] in next ch 2 sp, repeat from * around, sl st to to beginning dc of round, finishing with ch 2, sl st to beginning dc of round.
If you need to increase more, view video tutorial at 18 minutes in to learn how to make this larger. Otherwise, just go onto round 5.
Rnd 5-6: sl st into ch 2 sp, {ch 2, dc, ch 2, dc2tog} in same ch 2 sp, *ch 2 [dc2tog, ch 2, dc2tog] in next ch 2 sp, repeat from * around, sl st to beginning dc of round, finishing with ch 2, sl st to beginning dc of round.
Insert Ornament and work around it.
Rnd 7: sl st into ch 2 sp, {ch 2, dc, ch 2, dc2tog} in same ch 2 sp, *ch 1 [dc2tog, ch2, dc2tog] in next ch 2 sp, repeat from * around finishing with ch 1, sl st to beginning dc of round.
Rnd 8: sl st into ch 2 sp, {ch 2, dc} in same ch 2 sp, dc2tog in each ch 2 sp around, sl st to beginning dc of round.
Fasten off, weave in end.
Enjoy!!
Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)
Add me on Snapchat: YARNutopia
Visit My Ravelry Store and add this to your Favorites!
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Enjoy this video and subscribe to my channel on YouTube for more tutorials on how to crochet!
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“Christmas isn’t a season. It’s a feeling.” ~Edna Ferber
~Nadia