This Christmas spiral hanging crochet pattern creates an eight-point cream star supports an open cranberry, deep-teal and antique-gold ribbon spiral with three soft berry drops. The project uses an independently designed construction and palette for Tenderecipe.
Project Overview
An eight-point cream star supports an open cranberry, deep-teal and antique-gold ribbon spiral with three soft berry drops.
This design is mathematically checked but has not been physically sample-tested. Make the first component as a sample, measure it, adjust for your yarn and tension, and review the completed draft before publication.
Pattern Details
- Skill Level: Easy
- Yarn Weight: Sport
- Hook Size: 3.5 mm
- Finished Size: About 20 in / 51 cm from loop to berry drops
- Gauge: First 10 usable spiral chains measure about 2.5 in / 6.5 cm before curling
- Terminology: US
- Estimated Time: About 2–3 hours
Materials
- About 35 yd / 32 m each cranberry, deep teal and antique gold sport cotton, plus 25 yd / 23 m cream
- 3.5 mm crochet hook, tapestry needle, scissors and stitch markers
- A pinch of washable fiberfill for three berry drops
- 10 in / 25 cm cream cotton cord for hanging
Abbreviations
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- sc2tog = single crochet two together
Important Notes
- US terminology; the beginning chain never counts as a stitch
- The spiral uses three broad color sections, not red-and-white stripes
- Block the star separately before assembly
- Sew each berry through several lower spiral stitches
- This decoration contains a loop and small parts and is not a toy
Make the Eight-Point Star
With cream, make an adjustable ring. Ch 1 and work 8 sc in the ring; pull closed and join to the first sc. (8 sts)
Point round: Repeat [sl st in next stitch, ch 5, sl st in second chain from hook, sc in next chain, hdc in next chain, dc in final chain, sl st in the same base stitch] eight times. Fasten off. Pin all eight points evenly and mist-block.
Crochet the Tricolor Spiral
With cranberry, ch 46 loosely. Skip the first chain; 45 usable chain positions remain. (45 sts)
Spiral Row: Work 3 dc in each usable chain. Change to deep teal after 15 chain positions and antique gold after 30. The completed row contains 135 dc. (135 sts)
Fasten off with a 10-inch tail. Allow the ribbon to coil, then rotate the turns gently so all three color sections face outward.
Make Three Soft Berry Drops
For each berry, make 6 sc in an adjustable ring. Work 2 sc in every stitch for 12 sc, then sc around once. Add a pea-size pinch of fiberfill. Work sc2tog six times for 6 sc, close the opening and retain the tail. Each berry remains soft and measures about 1 inch.
Assemble the Christmas Hanging
Sew the cranberry top of the spiral behind the lower star point, passing through four star stitches and four spiral stitches twice. Arrange the three berries at the gold lower end with tails of 1, 2 and 3 inches. Anchor each tail through a different group of spiral stitches, knot behind the work and weave sideways. Tie the cream hanging cord through the upper star point.
The early-stage image supports orientation; use the written stitch counts as the working reference.
Finishing and Safety
Check that the eight star points lie flat and the spiral hangs without kinks. Tug each berry separately, reinforce loose stitches, and trim only after every tail has reversed direction through the fabric. Store loosely coiled so the open ribbon keeps its shape.
Customization Ideas
- Replace deep teal with midnight blue for a cooler palette
- Omit the berry drops for a minimal star-and-ribbon silhouette
- Make a shorter mantel version with 30 usable chains divided into three equal sections
Care and Display
Follow the yarn label, test saturated colors for transfer, and dry the piece in its intended shape. Keep hanging decor away from flame, hot bulbs, moisture and snagging hardware. Inspect every loop and sewn part before display.
Troubleshooting
- Count each component at the first mismatch instead of compensating later.
- If a foundation twists, remove the working row and flatten the chain before restarting.
- If an attachment puckers, resew with relaxed tension through a wider group of stitches.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from a crochet tree spiral?
The silhouette uses a separate eight-point star, one evenly open ribbon and three hanging berry drops rather than shaping the spiral like a tree.
Why are my star points uneven?
Count five chains for every point and insert each finished point into one marked base stitch before moving on.
Can I use metallic yarn?
A soft metallic blend can replace antique gold after a swatch; avoid stiff yarn that prevents the helix from opening.
Before You Finish
Compare the project with the stated size and construction, record any adjustment, and physically sample the pattern before public release.
