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Free Crochet Star Pattern – Make Star Ornaments!

These simple Christmas crochet stars are a free pattern that makes a fun and easy holiday project! Use them as ornaments on your tree or as decorations and appliques any time of year. This post was originally shared at Darice, and may contain affiliate links, which help to support this site at no extra cost to you. 

Welcome to Persia Lou! If you are new here, you may want to check out some of my other free crochet patterns right HERE.

simple crochet star Christmas ornaments - free pattern

I love to crochet, and I extra love quick and simple crochet projects, which is why these little crochet stars are the best. Plus, they are so cute, right?

simple crochet star Christmas ornaments - free pattern

This pattern is incredibly easy to make – just two short rounds and your classic, five-point crochet star is done! You can make some to hang on your Christmas tree, attach them to special gifts, or work up a whole constellation and string them onto a starry garland.

Okay – let’s make us some stars!

How to Crochet a Star

First you will need to gather up just a few supplies.

crochet star ornament supplies

Crochet Star Supplies:

  • Size 5 Bulky Yarn (The yarn I used is no longer available, but this yarn or this yarn should work well too.)
  • Size K (6.50 mm) Crochet Hook
  • Yarn Needle
  • Scissors
  • Fabric Stiffener
  • Jute Cord
  • Cardboard and Plastic Wrap OR Blocking Mat
  • Rust Proof Pins

Crochet Star Pattern

Please Note: This free crochet star pattern uses American crochet terms and is free for personal use only.

Stitches Used:

  • Chain (ch)
  • Double Crochet (dc)
  • Single Crochet (sc)
  • Slip Stitch (sl st)
  • Treble Crochet (trc)

Round 1: Start with a magic loop, ch 3 (counts as first dc), 9 dc in magic loop. Pull to tighten, sl st to join (10 dc in total).

simple crochet star Christmas ornaments - free pattern

Round 2: Ch 1, sc in same space, (dc, trc, ch 1, trc, dc) all in next st, *sc in next st, (dc, trc, ch 1, trc, dc) in next stitch, repeat from * 3 times, sl st to starting sc. Finish off, weave in ends (5 sc, 5 star points or petals).

simple crochet star Christmas ornaments - free pattern

When you are done working the pattern, your star’s points will be rounded and it might look more like a flower than a star. But don’t worry! That star will shape up when we block it.

Let’s do that right now, shall we?

How to Block Crochet Stars

To stiffen and shape your stars, mix a little of the fabric stiffener solution with some water to thin it out. I mixed mine on a paper plate to make clean up easy. Next, dip the crochet stars into the solution making sure it gets fully covered. Squeeze out the excess.

If you have a blocking mat you can use that, but if not, go dig through your recycling bin and pull out a piece of cardboard. Wrap it with some plastic wrap, secure that with a piece of tape on the back, and – TaDA! – blocking mat!

Place the star you have prepared with the stiffening solution on your mat and stretch it into shape. Use straight pins to pull out the star’s points and hold them in place.

simple crochet star Christmas ornaments - free pattern

Once your stars are pinned in place, set them aside to dry. It will take several hours for them to dry completely.

When they are all dry, the stars should be stiff and hold their shape. All that’s left to do is attach jute ties (or ribbon is cute too!) to your ornaments. Just loop a length of jute through one of the points and tie the loop closed.

simple crochet star Christmas ornaments - free pattern
simple crochet star Christmas ornaments - free pattern

And that’s it! These cute crochet stars are all ready to hang on your tree or dress up your gifts this year.

simple crochet star Christmas ornaments - free pattern
simple crochet star Christmas ornaments - free pattern

I made my stars to hang on our Christmas tree, but you could use this crochet start pattern to make a star garland for the Fourth of July, decor for a nursery, appliques for a cute blanket, or so many different things!

If you make your own crochet stars I’d love for you to tag me on instagram or share you project to my facebook page!

Happy Crocheting and Happy Making!

Free Ornament Pattern

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November 6, 2021 5:39 am Alexis Middleton 60 Comments Filed Under: Celebrate, Crochet, featured

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Comments

  1. Haeley @ Design Improvised says

    December 9, 2015 at 7:21 pm

    I’m loving your crocheted ornaments this season. These are too cute!

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      December 13, 2015 at 11:38 pm

      Thanks, Haeley!

      Reply
  2. Katie @ Mountain Modern Life says

    December 11, 2015 at 6:28 am

    These ornaments are super cozy! Your kids are so lucky to have such a creative mom and I bet it’s really fun to grow up in your home!

    Reply
  3. Tracy says

    December 11, 2015 at 1:55 pm

    These are simple beauties, for sure! I’m going to make some tonight and will let you know how they turn out. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      December 13, 2015 at 11:36 pm

      Yay! I would love to see them!

      Reply
  4. Tracy says

    December 11, 2015 at 1:57 pm

    One question: Do you know how long they will stay blocked or “stiff”? I wouldn’t want to gift these to people only to find out that when they take them out to decorate next year, they’ve all turned back into pretty “flowers”. 😉 I’ve never used stiffening agent before, nor have I ever blocked anything!

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      December 13, 2015 at 11:36 pm

      Hi Tracy! If you use a good amount of stiffener and they are really stiff when you are done, they should stay stiff for years. Humidity and storage may affect things, but I’ve never had trouble with it. Good luck!

      Reply
      • Ceris says

        December 27, 2020 at 11:21 am

        I know this is a commenting onto an old post and comments, but these are such a beautiful little stars and most certainly still get attention, so I thought of adding this: for stiffener, PVA glue diluted with some water can be used instead of it. It is used in the same way as the stiffener and once dried, it is permanent. I also heard of people using diluted Mod Podge.

        Reply
  5. Aniko@PlaceOfMyTaste says

    December 14, 2015 at 7:34 pm

    These are gorgeous! I wish I could find time next year to learn crochet!

    Reply
  6. Bakeca Incontri Milano says

    December 17, 2015 at 4:40 am

    This looks great! I’ll try it…thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  7. Deb Fortin says

    December 30, 2015 at 4:59 am

    what is the magic loop and how do you make one?

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      December 30, 2015 at 3:43 pm

      Hi Deb! The magic loop is just one way of starting when working in the round. It allows you to get a smaller hole in the finished hat. You can see a video on how to do the magic loop here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEq48ABHRZo OR if you don’t feel comfortable trying a new technique, you could just chain 4, join to make a loop, and then work your first stitches into that loop. Good luck!

      Reply
      • Deb Fortin says

        December 31, 2015 at 3:52 am

        thanks so much for sending the video link. It looks easy peasy to make a magic circle.

        Reply
        • Alexis says

          December 31, 2015 at 11:40 am

          You are welcome!

          Reply
  8. Jane says

    September 28, 2016 at 7:41 am

    How cute they are! Simple and beautiful!

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      September 28, 2016 at 5:32 pm

      Thanks so much, Jane! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Janelle Anderson says

    September 29, 2016 at 5:51 pm

    The stars are beautiful! I’m looking forward to giving them a try. Thanks Alexis for sharing your pattern!

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      September 30, 2016 at 9:57 am

      Thank you! You are so welcome!

      Reply
  10. Diana says

    October 5, 2016 at 12:52 pm

    Does it have to be bulky yarn or a redheart regular weight be sufficient. I am going to do this in Americana colors and wasn’t sure if it would really matter much. ( I already have the colors , unless I need to buy bulky)

    Thank you!

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      October 7, 2016 at 10:43 am

      Hi Diana! If you use worsted weight yarn, you will want to use a smaller hook to fit that yarn and your finished stars will be smaller. Good luck!

      Reply
  11. Vicky says

    November 3, 2016 at 9:16 am

    Would Modge Podge diluted with water also work as a stiffening agent?

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      November 4, 2016 at 5:37 pm

      I haven’t tried that, but it sounds like it would work! I know you can use watered down Elmer’s glue or a boiled sugar water solution. Good luck!

      Reply
  12. Nasrin says

    November 6, 2016 at 6:32 pm

    Thank you for sharing,I love these???

    Reply
  13. Michelle H says

    November 17, 2016 at 9:46 am

    Thank you so much for this pattern! I found it through Pinterest and may or may not be addicted to making them!

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      November 18, 2016 at 4:07 pm

      Oh good! I love that you like it! 🙂 Enjoy your star making!

      Reply
  14. Mickie Pittman says

    November 17, 2016 at 2:26 pm

    Thank you for sharing these cute stars. Can’t wait to get started!!! Merry Christmas!!!!

    Reply
  15. E holder says

    November 26, 2016 at 8:31 am

    Wonder if you could explain the US and UK terminology.I think the doc is tc and single is half c Help,I’m a learner pleeeease xx

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      November 27, 2016 at 8:54 pm

      Hello! An American single crochet (sc) is the same as a UK double crochet (dc), and our dc is your treble. I hope that helps!

      Reply
  16. Tiffany Price says

    November 30, 2016 at 3:46 pm

    Would liquid starch (like sta-flo) work? I have a pint of it i bought for making home made silly putty, that didn’t turn out lol

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      November 30, 2016 at 7:38 pm

      Haha! Well, sorry about the silly putty. 🙂 I haven’t tried liquid starch myself, but I think that should work great. Good luck!

      Reply
  17. Barb says

    December 28, 2016 at 12:25 pm

    Alexis, I have been crocheting different star patterns all day. Your ornament start pattern is so cute and so simple. It has won a place on my Americana Throw I have just finished making! Thank you.

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      December 29, 2016 at 5:21 pm

      Oh yay!! Congrats on finishing your throw. I’m sure it’s lovely. 🙂

      Reply
  18. Anna says

    August 5, 2017 at 3:01 am

    Hi Alexis,
    Im new to crochet and trying this star. Just wondered if you have time, whether you could clarify the second round, where it says ‘single crochet in the same space?’ Im not sure which stitch that refers to.
    Thanks in Advance!
    Anna

    Reply
  19. helen Butler says

    August 30, 2017 at 1:37 pm

    whats trc in uk stitches? i’m struggling to convert it

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      August 31, 2017 at 11:38 am

      I think a US treble crochet is the same as a UK double treble. 🙂 Good luck!

      Reply
  20. Susana says

    November 3, 2017 at 2:00 am

    That’s so lovely! If you combine two of them you almost could put a little present inside 🙂

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      November 3, 2017 at 2:03 pm

      Absolutely! Love that idea!

      Reply
  21. Carol Meduna says

    November 27, 2017 at 6:10 am

    I wish you had a Pinterest button.

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      November 28, 2017 at 12:07 am

      Hi Carol! If you hover over any photo, a pin it button should pop up in the left corner. Hope that helps!

      Reply
  22. Heather says

    December 5, 2017 at 9:38 am

    Thank you for sharing this pattern:)

    Reply
  23. Teresa says

    December 10, 2017 at 6:54 pm

    Is there anywhere that you have the pattern of the star that can be printed off?

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      December 14, 2017 at 4:19 pm

      Hi, Teresa! I’m sorry I don’t have a PDF version of the pattern available right now. I should definitely get on that. If you like, you can copy the text and then paste it into any word document or text file document and print it that way. Hope that helps. 🙂

      Reply
  24. Dale L Walker says

    December 7, 2019 at 12:39 pm

    Nice and easy pattern. I alter your pattern a bit to make an point to them without having to block, just by adding a picot to the ch1 space at the top in between the treble stitch.

    Reply
  25. Beth says

    November 12, 2020 at 6:43 pm

    I love this ornament, however, I couldn’t make it because I am new in this matters and can’t follow this instructions…
    Do you have any video tutorial for this so I can at least see the way to make them?

    Thank you!

    Reply
  26. Merry says

    November 13, 2020 at 12:09 pm

    Tks for sharing the pattern but was wondering if while wet if u couldn’t use some glitter to make them sparkle some. Not much but a little n make sure it is stuck on.
    Merry

    Reply
  27. Tamara says

    November 10, 2021 at 5:13 pm

    I cant see the pattern because your site has a big pink menu covering the entire page. Could you send me your crocheted star pattern? Doesnt have to be in PDF format.

    Reply
  28. Linda says

    November 19, 2021 at 6:37 am

    Dear Alexis.
    I made these star ornaments, thanks for sharing.
    I would suggest one makes a piccotstitch in between the trebbles, it makes the pentals sharp without blocking them.

    Kind regards
    Linda

    Reply
  29. Terri T Shamblin says

    November 19, 2021 at 2:50 pm

    I’m so glad I found your website! I just finished my first star! Now on to make a few more for my students this year! Thanks for your clear directions!

    Reply
  30. Rose says

    November 20, 2021 at 6:40 pm

    I’m new in learning crocheting, I’m sure your star pattern is very simple for those who know the steps of crochet, but it would be really nice in having a visual video. Your stars look great and easy, but for us new to the crochet world a video tutorial would be nice.

    Reply
  31. Rachael says

    November 26, 2021 at 7:33 pm

    Having trouble finishing. Could you provide some tips? After sl st to finish, then what? What is (5sc 5 star points or petals). Super cute and easy pattern! Thanks.

    Reply

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