Crochet Christmas wreath with little bells Pattern

Overview & Inspiration

Bring classic holiday charm to your home with the Crochet Christmas wreath with little bells Pattern! This festive centerpiece combines a delicate cream-colored lace base, rich green accents, bright red scalloped edges, and a charming central bell.

Best suited for confident beginners and intermediate crocheters, this layered project measures roughly 38–42 cm across. It makes a stunning holiday display for your dining table, coffee table, or front door.

Materials & Tools Checklist

Lightweight sport or DK weight cotton yarn (approx. 180–250 g natural cream, 80–120 g Christmas red, 60–100 g dark forest green)
3.0 mm or 3.5 mm crochet hook
Yarn needle and sharp scissors
Stitch markers and measuring tape
Rustproof pins for blocking

Pattern Stitches & Abbreviations

MR: Magic ring
ch / st / sts: Chain / Stitch / Stitches
sl st / sp: Slip stitch / Space
sc / hdc / dc / tr: Single / Half double / Double / Treble crochet
inc / dec: Increase / Decrease
BLO: Back loop only
FO / rep / RS / WS: Fasten off / Repeat / Right side / Wrong side

Step-by-Step Instructions

Foundation Base: Using cream yarn, make a MR. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), work 11 dc into ring, join with sl st to top of beg ch-3 (12 dc).
Round 2: Ch 3, 1 dc in same st, then work 2 dc in each rem st around. Join with sl st (24 sts).
Rounds 3-6: Continue standard dc circle increases, adding one extra plain dc between increases each round (R3: 36 sts; R4: 48 sts; R5: 60 sts; R6: 72 sts).
Decorative Borders: Work green shell motifs and cream clusters around the outer edge, framing the design with a bold red scalloped border.
Center Appliqué: Crochet the central Christmas bell, complete with dimensional green holly leaves and red berries, then assemble.

Assembly & Finishing

Weave in all yarn ends securely as you complete each component. Block the finished wreath flat using rustproof pins to ensure crisp edges and a professional shape.

Pro Tips for Best Results

Place your work on a flat surface every few rounds to check that the base stays completely flat without curling.
Use mercerized cotton yarn for superior stitch definition and a crisp, clean holiday look.
Select a crochet hook slightly smaller than the yarn manufacturer’s recommendation for a firmer, sturdier decorative mat.

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