Welcome, fellow yarn crafters! Whip up a charming handmade decoration in no time with this quick and easy crochet bell pattern. Whether you want to add a rustic touch to your Christmas tree, brighten up a seasonal wreath, or accent a special gift, these little bells are a wonderful way to use up a small amount of stash yarn.
Worked in continuous rounds from the top down without any annoying separate panels to sew together, this project is beginner-friendly and satisfyingly fast. Let’s grab our hooks and get started!
Materials & Tools Needed
- 15–25 grams of sport-weight cotton yarn (White, cream, red, green, or gold are festive favorites!)
- 2.5 mm to 3 mm crochet hook
- Stitch marker
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Abbreviations & Pattern Notes
- US Terminology
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- inc: increase (work 2 sc in the same st)
- dec: decrease (combine 2 sts into 1)
- sl st: slip stitch
- st/sts: stitch/stitches
- MR: magic ring
- Note: Work the main bell in continuous rounds without joining. Move your stitch marker up with each new round and count your stitches regularly to ensure a neat, even shape.
Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions
- Round 1: Make an MR and work 6 sc into the ring. Pull the tail tightly to close the center. Place your marker in the first st. (6 sts)
- Round 2: Work inc in each st around. (12 sts)
- Round 3: [Sc in next st, inc] repeat 6 times. (18 sts)
- Round 4: [Sc in next 2 sts, inc] repeat 6 times. (10/24 sts — completes the crown increases)
- Rounds 5–9: Work sc in each st around. (24 sts per round)
- Round 10: [Sc in next 3 sts, inc] repeat 6 times. (30 sts)
- Round 11: [Sc in next 4 sts, inc] repeat 6 times. (36 sts)
- Round 12: Work sc in each st around, finish with a sl st in the next st, and fasten off, leaving a 15 cm tail to weave in securely on the inside. (36 sts)
- Optional Clapper: Make an MR and work 6 sc. Round 2: 6 sc. Round 3: dec 3 times, fasten off, and secure inside the crown of the bell.
Finishing & Helpful Tips
- Choose Cotton Yarn: Smooth cotton yarn reveals your stitches clearly and naturally holds the bell’s hollow, structured shape much better than fuzzy yarns.
- Watch Your Tension: Keep your stitches comfortably firm. Avoid pulling them too tight, which can make working into them difficult.
- Add a Pop of Color: For a fun contrasting border, attach a second color of yarn at the back of the opening and work a loose round of surface slip stitches around the rim.
- Create a Hanging Loop: Secure a matching length of yarn or ribbon through the top crown to turn your finished creation into an instant ornament ready for display.
Watch the Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
Prefer visual guidance? Follow along with the complete video tutorial below: