Small crochet ornaments are one of the easiest ways to add handmade charm to your Christmas tree.

This mini crochet wreath ornament pattern turns a tiny amount of green yarn into a festive little wreath with an open center, textured crochet foliage, a red bow, and a simple hanging loop.

It’s quick enough to make several in one sitting and small enough to use leftover yarn from other Christmas projects.

Hang one on your tree, make a matching set, attach one to a wrapped present, or crochet several and turn them into a festive garland.

The basic wreath uses only simple stitches, so it’s a great Christmas project for beginners.

Why You’ll Love This Mini Crochet Wreath

This project is:

Beginner-friendly
Quick to crochet
Perfect for scrap yarn
Lightweight for a Christmas tree
Worked mostly in the round
Easy to customize
Great for batch-making
Cute as a gift topper
Easy to turn into a garland
Perfect for traditional Christmas colors

The tiny red bow makes the ornament look detailed even though the construction is simple.

Skill Level

Beginner / Easy

You should know how to:

Chain
Slip stitch
Single crochet
Half double crochet
Double crochet
Work around a chain ring
Fasten off
Sew a small crochet piece
Weave in ends

Materials

Green Yarn

Use a small amount of:

Category 3 DK-weight yarn

in:

Forest green

Approximately:

10–15 yards

is enough for one ornament.

Bow Yarn

Use a tiny amount of DK yarn in:

Cranberry red

or another contrasting Christmas color.

Hanging Loop

Use:

Cream yarn
Green yarn
Or the same yarn as the wreath

Crochet Hook

3.5 mm crochet hook

A relatively firm gauge helps the wreath hold its shape.

Other Supplies

Yarn needle
Scissors
Measuring tape
Blocking mat, optional
Rust-resistant pins, optional

Crochet Abbreviations

This pattern uses US crochet terminology.

ch – chain

sc – single crochet

hdc – half double crochet

dc – double crochet

sl st – slip stitch

st – stitch

sts – stitches

sp – space

Finished Size

The finished ornament measures approximately:

3–3½ inches / 7.5–9 cm across

depending on your yarn and tension.

The center remains open so the finished piece has the recognizable shape of a miniature Christmas wreath.

Construction Overview

You’ll make the ornament in three parts:

Crochet the green wreath.
Crochet a tiny red bow.
Add a hanging loop.

The wreath begins with a large chain ring rather than a solid circle.

That keeps the center open.

PART 1: CROCHET THE WREATH

Starting Ring

Ch 20.

Being careful not to twist the chain:

Join with a sl st into the first chain.

You now have a large chain ring.

Round 1 – Build the Wreath Base

Ch 1.

Work 30 sc around the entire chain ring.

Important:

Do not work into individual chains.

Insert your hook through the center of the ring and crochet around the whole chain.

This covers the starting chain and creates a thicker circular base.

Join with a sl st to the first sc.

30 sts

Check the Center

Your wreath should already have:

A round outer shape
A visible center opening
A dense green ring

Gently spread the stitches around the chain foundation so they’re distributed evenly.

Round 2 – Add Texture

Ch 1.

In the first stitch work:

sc, hdc, sc

all in the same stitch.

Sl st into the next stitch.

Then repeat around:

(sc, hdc, sc) in next st, sl st in next st

You will create small raised sections around the wreath.

Join to the beginning with a sl st.

Why This Round Works

Each little group creates a soft bump of crochet fabric.

Repeated around the circle, those bumps resemble miniature evergreen texture without requiring advanced stitches.

Round 3 – Add Small Foliage Loops

Working around the outside edge, repeat:

Sl st into next suitable stitch, ch 3, sl st back into the same area

around the wreath.

You don’t need to place one loop into every single stitch.

Aim for approximately:

12–15 small loops

evenly spaced around the outer edge.

These little chain loops add extra dimension.

Finish the Wreath

Fasten off.

Leave a short yarn tail.

Weave the tail securely through the back.

Shape the Ornament

Use your fingers to arrange:

Outer crochet texture
Small foliage loops
Inner opening

The wreath should remain circular.

If the center looks too small, gently pull outward around the inside edge.

PART 2: CROCHET THE MINI BOW

Using cranberry-red yarn:

Ch 10.

Bow Row 1

Hdc in the second chain from the hook.

Hdc across.

9 sts

Ch 1 and turn.

Bow Row 2

Hdc across.

9 sts

Fasten off.

Leave a sewing tail.

Shape the Bow

Lay the small rectangle horizontally.

Bring both short edges toward the center.

Allow them to overlap slightly.

Use the yarn tail to sew the center together.

Pinch the Middle

Pinch the crochet rectangle in the center.

Wrap the yarn around the middle:

3–4 times

Pull gently.

The sides should puff outward into two small loops.

Tie securely at the back.

Create the Bow Center

Using a separate piece of red yarn:

Wrap the center another:

2–3 times

or crochet a tiny chain of approximately:

5 chains

and wrap it around the middle.

Secure at the back.

Add Tiny Bow Tails

Cut two short strands of red yarn approximately:

2½–3 inches long

Fold them in half behind the bow.

Stitch securely to the center.

Trim to the same length.

Alternatively, leave the bow without tails for an even simpler ornament.

Attach the Bow

Position the red bow at the:

bottom center of the wreath

Use the red yarn tail to sew through:

Bow center
Green wreath stitches

several times.

Secure at the back.

Weave in the yarn end.

PART 3: ADD THE HANGING LOOP

Join cream or green yarn at the top of the wreath.

Ch approximately:

18–20

Bring the chain back to the starting point.

Sl st into the same area.

Fasten off.

Weave in the ends.

Your Mini Wreath Ornament Is Finished

You should now have:

Open green wreath
Textured foliage
Red crochet bow
Small hanging loop

Gently reshape it before hanging.

Optional Blocking

Blocking isn’t always necessary.

However, if your wreath looks uneven:

Lightly dampen it.
Place it on a blocking mat.
Shape the center into a circle.
Pin around the outer edge.
Let it dry completely.

Avoid flattening all the textured stitches.

You want the wreath to remain slightly dimensional.

Classic Christmas Version

Use:

Forest green wreath

Cranberry red bow

Cream loop

This creates the classic Christmas look.

Snowy Wreath

Use a green wreath.

Add tiny touches of white yarn to the outer loops.

You can embroider short white stitches randomly around the wreath to suggest snow.

Cream Christmas Wreath

Crochet the entire wreath in:

Warm cream

Add a:

Forest-green bow

This creates a softer neutral Christmas look.

Sage Green Wreath

Use:

Sage green

with:

Cream or muted red bow

This works beautifully for modern farmhouse or Scandinavian-inspired Christmas decor.

Burgundy Bow Version

Replace bright red with:

Deep burgundy

for a more elegant holiday palette.

Gold Bow Version

Use muted mustard or soft gold-colored yarn for the bow.

Pair with forest green for a warm vintage look.

Make a Set of Five

Create:

2 forest green + red
1 sage + cream
1 cream + green
1 forest green + mustard

Hang them across different parts of your Christmas tree.

Make Smaller Wreaths

Use:

Sport or fingering-weight yarn

with a smaller hook.

You can also begin with:

Ch 16

instead of 20.

The ornament will become smaller and more delicate.

Make Larger Wreaths

Use:

Worsted-weight yarn

and a:

4.5–5 mm hook

Begin with a slightly larger chain ring if necessary.

The same basic construction works.

Chunky Mini Wreath

Use Category 5 bulky yarn for a larger, plush decoration.

This version works especially well for:

Mantels
Door handles
Garlands
Large Christmas trees

Add Small Crochet Berries

Using red yarn, make several tiny French knots with a yarn needle.

Place them around the wreath.

Three to five small red accents are enough.

Don’t overcrowd the ornament.

Add White Snow Details

Using cream or white yarn:

Embroider tiny straight stitches around a few green loops.

This creates a snowy effect without adding beads or plastic decorations.

Add a Second Bow

For a playful ornament, add:

One bow at bottom
One much smaller bow near top

For the cleanest classic design, one bow is usually enough.

Use It as a Gift Topper

Skip the hanging loop.

Tie the wreath to:

Kraft paper
Gift bag
Cookie tin
Christmas box

After the gift is opened, the recipient can add a loop and reuse it as an ornament.

Use It as a Gift Tag

Attach a small kraft tag behind the wreath.

Write:

To:

and:

From:

The crochet ornament becomes part of the gift.

Make a Wreath Garland

Crochet:

7–10 wreaths

Skip the individual hanging loops.

Make one long cream crochet chain.

Attach one wreath every:

20–25 chains

using a slip stitch through the top of each ornament.

Hang the garland across:

Mantel
Window
Shelf
Staircase

Mix It With Other Ornaments

Create a mixed crochet garland using:

Wreaths
Snowflakes
Mini bows
Christmas trees
Stockings

Using the same yarn palette makes the collection look coordinated.

Add It to a Christmas Stocking

Sew one mini wreath securely to the front of a plain crochet stocking.

This adds a three-dimensional Christmas decoration without changing the stocking pattern.

Napkin Ring Decoration

Attach the wreath to a simple crochet chain loop.

Slide it around a folded napkin.

This makes a cute handmade Christmas place setting.

Christmas Card Decoration

Make a smaller version.

Attach it carefully to the front of a handmade card.

Use lightweight yarn so the card doesn’t become too bulky.

Why This Is a Good Scrap-Yarn Project

One ornament requires only small amounts of:

Green yarn
Red yarn
Cream yarn

You can use leftovers from larger Christmas crochet projects.

This is especially useful after making:

Sweaters
Scarves
Christmas garlands
Stockings
Other ornaments

Best Yarn for Mini Wreaths

DK Acrylic

Acrylic is:

Affordable
Easy to find
Lightweight
Available in many colors

It creates a soft, slightly fluffy wreath.

DK Cotton

Cotton creates:

Crisp stitches
Better structure
Less fuzz
A clean modern look

It’s especially good for very neat ornaments.

Wool Blend

A soft wool blend gives the wreath:

Cozy texture
Slight natural fuzz
Traditional handmade appearance

Avoid Very Thick Fuzzy Yarn at First

Extremely fuzzy yarn can hide small stitches.

For your first wreath, choose yarn with clear stitch definition.

How Many Can You Make From Leftover Yarn?

That depends on the amount of scrap yarn you have.

Since each wreath only requires a small quantity, even a partial ball can produce several ornaments.

Batch-Making Method

Making ten wreaths?

Work in batches.

Step 1

Make all chain rings.

Step 2

Complete Round 1 on every wreath.

Step 3

Add texture rounds.

Step 4

Make all red bows.

Step 5

Attach bows.

Step 6

Add hanging loops.

Batching repetitive steps can make the process feel much faster.

Handmade Christmas Gift Idea

Make a coordinated set of:

4–6 mini crochet wreath ornaments

Use:

Forest green
Cream
Sage

Add matching red bows.

Place them in a small kraft box with tissue paper.

Tie the box with ribbon.

Craft Fair Idea

Mini ornaments work well for seasonal displays because they’re:

Small
Easy to understand
Giftable
Available in multiple colorways

Display:

Individual wreaths
Sets of three
Mixed ornament sets

Calculate your own selling price from your materials, time, packaging, and local market.

Photographing Your Mini Wreath

For Pinterest-style photos:

Use:

Cream knit fabric
Natural wood
Evergreen sprigs
Pinecones
Warm fairy lights

Take one close-up photo so the crochet foliage texture and bow are clearly visible.

Then take a second photo showing it hanging on a tree branch.

Common Beginner Mistakes

Twisting the Starting Chain

Before joining the chain into a ring, make sure it lies flat.

Working Into Individual Starting Chains

For Round 1, work around the entire chain ring.

This helps create the thicker wreath base.

Losing the Center Opening

Don’t pull the stitches too tightly toward the center.

Spread them evenly around the ring.

Adding Too Much Texture

The outer loops should enhance the wreath, not completely cover the open center.

Making the Bow Too Large

The wreath should remain the main shape.

Keep the bow small enough to fit comfortably at the bottom.

Sewing the Bow Off-Center

Find the point directly opposite the hanging loop.

Attach the bow there.

Making the Hanging Loop Too Short

Test the loop on a branch before weaving in the final yarn ends.

How Long Does One Mini Wreath Take?

The exact time varies by crocheter.

Because the ornament is small and uses repetitive stitches, it can become a quick project once you’ve made the first one.

Current mini wreath patterns are commonly promoted as quick holiday or scrap-yarn projects for this reason.

Is It Beginner-Friendly?

Yes.

The main wreath uses basic stitches.

The bow is simply a tiny rectangle that’s folded and wrapped.

The only slightly unusual technique is crocheting around the starting chain ring.

Once you try it, it’s straightforward.

Can I Use a Plastic Ring?

Yes, some crochet wreath designs are worked around a craft ring.

But this pattern doesn’t require one.

The crocheted chain base keeps the ornament:

Lightweight
Flexible
Yarn-only
Easy to make from supplies you already have

Can I Skip the Bow?

Yes.

You can decorate the wreath with:

Embroidered berries
Contrasting yarn
A simple cream hanging loop

The wreath works without the bow.

Can I Make It in One Color?

Absolutely.

An all-cream or all-green wreath can look beautiful.

Use texture rather than color for visual interest.

Can I Add Beads?

For a tree ornament used only as seasonal decor, beads can be added if they’re securely attached and appropriate for your household.

For the simplest durable version, yarn-only embellishments are preferable.

Can I Wash the Ornament?

If necessary, follow the yarn manufacturer’s care instructions.

Hand washing gently is often easiest for small shaped ornaments.

Reshape and lay flat to dry.

Storage After Christmas

Before packing the ornament away:

Make sure it is completely dry.

Lay it flat in a shallow box.

Avoid storing heavy decorations directly on top.

This helps preserve:

Round shape
Bow loops
Outer texture

Frequently Asked Questions

How large is the finished wreath?

Approximately 3–3½ inches across.

What yarn weight is used?

Category 3 DK yarn.

What hook size is used?

3.5 mm.

Is the center supposed to stay open?

Yes. The open center creates the traditional wreath shape.

Is a craft ring required?

No. The wreath base is made entirely from crochet.

Can I use scrap yarn?

Yes. This is an excellent scrap-yarn project.

Can I turn several wreaths into a garland?

Yes. Connect them with a long crochet chain.

Is the red bow crocheted?

Yes. It’s made from a tiny crochet rectangle and then shaped.

Final Thoughts

A handmade Christmas tree doesn’t need complicated ornaments to feel special.

This mini crochet wreath ornament pattern uses a tiny amount of yarn and basic stitches to create a classic holiday decoration with a textured green wreath, red bow, and simple hanging loop.

Make one for your tree or crochet an entire matching set.

Use them as gift toppers.

String them into a garland.

Attach them to Christmas stockings.

Or combine them with your crochet snowflakes, bows, and mini Christmas trees for a complete handmade ornament collection.

Save this easy mini crochet wreath pattern for your Christmas crochet list!