There’s something so sweet about handmade Christmas decorations, especially when they’re made with a little love and a few simple stitches.
This adorable Crochet Christmas Angel is a lovely little project for the holiday season. You can hang her on your Christmas tree, add her to a festive garland, or make several in different colors for a charming handmade collection.
The construction may look complicated at first, but it is actually made with basic crochet techniques and a few simple stitch combinations. I’ve written this version with beginners in mind, explaining what to do at each stage.
So grab your yarn and hook, and let’s make a little Crochet Christmas Angel together! ❤️
For a traditional Christmas look, white, cream, gold, silver, or soft pastel yarns work beautifully.
The angel is worked from the top portion toward the lower part of the gown. The first section creates the rounded wing area, while the following rows build the flowing shape of the angel’s dress.
If you are new to crochet, don’t worry about making everything perfectly tight. Just try to keep your stitches fairly even.
Begin with a magic ring.
If you are not comfortable making a magic ring yet, you can use this easier method:
Chain 5, then join the last chain to the first chain with a slip stitch. This creates a small ring in which you will work your first stitches.
Make sure the center opening is large enough for your hook to comfortably enter.
Ch 3.
This chain counts as your first double crochet.
Now work 15 dc into the center of the ring.
When you finish, you should have 16 double crochets in total, counting the beginning chain-3.
Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3.
At this point, you should have a small circular shape. This will become the foundation for the angel’s upper section.
Don’t worry if the circle looks a little loose. You can gently tighten the magic ring or adjust the beginning ring later.
Start with:
Ch 3.
This counts as your first dc.
Work 1 dc into the same stitch.
Then work 2 dc into the next stitch.
Continue working 2 dc in each stitch around.
Join with a slip stitch at the top of the beginning chain.
When a pattern says 2 dc in the same stitch, simply place your hook into that stitch twice, making two complete double crochets.
You are increasing the number of stitches so that the piece begins to spread outward.
Begin with:
Ch 3.
Again, this counts as your first double crochet.
Work another dc into the same stitch.
Continue around by placing 2 dc in each stitch according to the established increase pattern.
As you work, the piece will become wider and more open.
When you reach the beginning, join with a slip stitch.
Fasten off and cut the yarn, leaving a small tail that can later be woven into the work.
The upper portion of your angel is now complete!
Now we are going to use the middle portion of the piece to start forming the angel’s gown.
Look at your previous round and locate the center area.
Move a few stitches toward the side as needed so that your new row begins in the appropriate position.
Attach your yarn with a slip knot.
Ch 3.
This counts as your first dc.
Work another dc into the same stitch.
Continue making pairs of double crochets around the designated section, following the curved shape of the previous round.
You should now have a smaller section compared with the wide wing portion.
This reduction is what begins to give the angel her body shape.
Now we’ll create the pretty openwork that gives the angel’s gown its delicate appearance.
Start with:
Ch 3.
Skip the first dc.
In the space between the next pair of double crochets, make:
1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc
This is called a V-stitch.
It looks like a little letter “V”:
dc – ch 1 – dc
Continue working a V-stitch in each appropriate space across the row.
At the end, work a dc into the turning chain.
You should have a series of V-shaped openings across the row.
The next row gives the angel’s gown more fullness.
Begin with:
Ch 3.
Skip the first dc.
In the chain-1 space of the V-stitch from the previous row, work:
2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc
This creates a fuller version of the V-stitch.
Continue working the same stitch combination into each V-stitch space across the row.
Finish with a dc in the appropriate turning chain.
This row can look a little unusual if you’re new to crochet.
Remember:
2 dc + ch 2 + 2 dc = one double V-stitch
The chain-2 section creates the open center of the stitch.
For the next row, we’ll add double crochet stitches between the larger V-stitches.
Begin with:
Ch 3.
Skip the first dc.
Work 1 dc into the next stitch.
Then, inside the chain-2 space, work:
2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc
Continue with 1 dc in the next stitch, followed by the same group inside the next chain space.
Repeat across the row.
Finish with a dc in the turning chain.
You should now see the angel’s gown becoming wider and more decorative.
Now we will give the bottom of the angel a neat finishing edge.
Begin with:
Ch 2.
Work hdc in the back loop only (BLO) around the lower edge.
Working through the back loop gives the edge a subtle ridge and helps define the bottom of the gown.
Continue with hdc stitches around until you reach the beginning.
The final step is to bring the lower part of the gown together so the angel can stand or keep her graceful shape.
Fold or gently curve the skirt portion into the desired position.
Use slip stitches to join the appropriate edges of the skirt together.
Do not pull the stitches too tightly. You want the bottom to keep a soft, rounded shape.
Once everything is joined, fasten off.
Thread your tapestry needle with the remaining yarn tails.
Carefully weave each end through several stitches on the wrong side of your work.
Trim the excess yarn.
Take a moment to gently shape the angel with your fingers.
And that’s it!
Look how sweet she is!
This little crochet angel makes a lovely handmade Christmas ornament and is also a wonderful project for using small amounts of yarn.
You can make several angels using different colors and finishes. White gives a classic snowy appearance, while metallic or sparkly yarn can create a beautiful festive effect.
You could even add a small hanging loop at the top if you would like to place your angel directly on the Christmas tree.
I hope you enjoy making this sweet little Christmas angel as much as I enjoyed putting together this beginner-friendly tutorial.
There’s something extra special about decorating the Christmas tree with ornaments made by hand. Every little piece carries a bit of time, creativity, and love.
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