If you’re looking for a perfect project to add to your holiday home decor, this Crochet Chevron Zig Zag Christmas Ornament is a fun and festive make!
This bold geometric pattern, basic crochet stitches and simple double crochet stitches to create a beautiful inverted v-shaped pattern with a modern chevron design.
This free pattern works up quickly, features a wave-like pattern, and is a great way to use small amounts of acrylic yarn in different color combinations.
Whether you’re using Lion Brand, scraps from your stash, or trying something new, this is a versatile crochet project you’ll want to add to your list of crochet projects.
With clear instructions, a helpful video tutorial, and an easy-to-follow repeat row, this ornament is approachable for any skill level.
It’s the most important thing to remember that working into the first st, last ch, and last stitch is what creates that neat chevron stitch and those crisp zigzag designs.
The result is a quick, relaxing make that also doubles as a thoughtful handmade gift, perfect for teachers, neighbors, or anyone who loves a classic design with a modern twist.
If you enjoy collecting free crochet patterns, this is a great way to try out new color ideas, share photos in my Facebook group, or show off your finished ornament on social media.
You can also purchase the ad-free PDF for personal use in my shop or on Ravelry if you prefer a clean, printable format.
No matter what hook size or color combinations you choose, this ornament is sure to inspire your next project and add cheerful texture to your tree.
Happy crocheting!
Crochet Chevron Zig Zag Christmas Ornament
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Materials:
- Medium weight (size 4) yarn in white, light green, green and red
- Tapestry needle
- Size H, 5.00 mm crochet hook
- Clear Christmas ornament, ball or flat, the pattern works with both. I purchased mine at Hobby Lobby. The labels look like this:
- Ribbon/twine/yarn to hang the ornament
Abbreviations:
st(s)- stitch(es)
ch- chain
hdc- half double crochet
dc- double crochet
sl st- slip stitch
hdc2tog- half double crochet two together
sk- skip
Pattern:
White white yarn, make a magic circle, ch 2.
Round 1: Hdc 12 in circle, pull to close, sl st to join (12).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 hdc in each st around, sl st to join (24).
Round 3: Switch to green yarn, *2 dc, sk next st,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (24).
Round 4: Switch to light green yarn, *2 dc in between dc cluster (2 dc’s) from previous row, sk next st,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (24).
Round 5: Switch to red yarn, *2 dc in between dc cluster (2 dc’s) from previous row, sk next st,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (24).
Rounds 6-8: Repeat rounds 3-5.
***Fasten off ends. Turn inside out and weave in ends or knot together and trim (you won’t see the ends so knotting and trimming will work and save time). Turn back right side out and continue with round 7.***
Round 7: Switch to white yarn, ch 2, *dc, hc2tog,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (24).
***Insert ornament half way through this round and keep working the round***
Round 8: Ch 2, hdc2tog around, sl st to join (12).
Fasten off leaving a long tail.
With tapestry needle, secure in and out around the top and weave in end.
Cut a piece of twine/yarn/ribbon about 10″ long.
Tie to ornament and trim ends.
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