Christmas Crochet Snowflake Pattern: Easy Ornament, Gift Topper (PDF Pattern)

Crochet an elegant snowflake motif for gift wrapping, tree ornaments, bookmarks, and winter décor. This beginner-friendly PDF uses simple stitches (magic ring option, chain, slip stitch, double crochet) and a clear tip sequence (3–5–7–5–3 chains) to create crisp, six-armed flakes. Works up fast with small amounts of cotton yarn.

You’ll make

A lacy, six-point snowflake with layered chain tips

Optional hanging loop using the yarn tail

A set of flakes in multiple sizes by adjusting stitch counts/tension

What’s inside the PDF

Step-by-step, row/round instructions in US terms

Clean joins, tidy “walk” between spaces, and finishing tips

Blocking & starching guide for sharp points

Size tweaks: how to scale with 4–6 dc per space and tension

Skill level
Beginner to Intermediate

Stitches & techniques (US terms)
Magic ring (or ring start), chain, slip stitch, double crochet, single-space tip sequence

Materials

Cotton yarn (one color or two)

Hook: 3.0 mm

Yarn needle & scissors

(Optional) starch spray, pins, foam/cardboard for blocking

Sizing
Varies with yarn/hook/tension. Add dc per space or tighten/loosen tension to change diameter.

Best uses
Gift toppers, tree ornaments, window garlands, napkin ties, bookmarks, card embellishments.

Care
Hand wash, lay flat. If starched, spot clean lightly and re-shape.

Format & Delivery

Digital PDF only — no physical item shipped

Instant download after purchase