Add a touch of holiday sweetness to your tree with the Crochet Mrs. Claus Ornament, a charming little project that’s full of festive flair! 🎄🧶 With her golden glasses, rosy cheeks, and signature bun topped with a dainty bow, Mrs. Claus brings warmth and whimsy to your seasonal décor. She’s the perfect companion to Santa, ready to spread cheer and cozy vibes wherever she’s hung.
Perfect for crocheters who love joyful details and quick holiday makes, this pattern invites you to play with soft textures, classic colors, and delightful finishing touches. Stitch her up as a heartfelt gift, pair her with other handmade ornaments, or create a whole North Pole crew for your tree. The Crochet Mrs. Claus Ornament is a merry way to stitch up love, laughter, and a sprinkle of handmade holiday magic—one loop at a time! 🧵❤️
🎄 Crochet Mrs. Claus Ornament Pattern
This Mrs. Claus ornament pairs beautifully with Santa for the perfect holiday set. With her golden glasses, rosy cheeks, and sweet bun with bow, she’s sure to bring festive charm to your Christmas tree.
✨ Skill Level
Easy – requires basic shaping, embroidery, and light sewing.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 11–12 cm (4.5″) tall when made with DK yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- Yarn (DK/Light Worsted):
- Beige – face (15 g)
- White – hair & bun (20 g)
- Red – bow (5 g)
- Gold embroidery thread or metallic yarn – for glasses (~1–2 m)
- Black yarn/thread – for eyes & lashes (small amount)
- Pink yarn/thread – for cheeks (small amount)
- 3.0 mm crochet hook
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle & scissors
- Hanging loop cord (red, ~12 cm long)
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR = Magic Ring
sc = Single Crochet
inc = Increase (2 sc in same st)
dec = Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st = Slip Stitch
ch = Chain
st(s) = Stitch(es)
🧵 Pattern Instructions
Head (Flat Ornament Style – Beige)
Make 2 circles, join with stuffing in between.
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc around (12)
- (sc, inc) around (18)
- (2 sc, inc) around (24)
- (3 sc, inc) around (30)
- (4 sc, inc) around (36)
- (5 sc, inc) around (42)
Fasten off first circle. Repeat for second.
👉 Place circles together, sc around to join, stuffing lightly before closing fully.
Hair Cap (White)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc around (12)
- (sc, inc) around (18)
- (2 sc, inc) around (24)
- (3 sc, inc) around (30)
- (4 sc, inc) around (36)
- (5 sc, inc) around (42)
Fasten off, leaving tail.
👉 Sew to top of face circle.
Hair Strands (Side-swept Locks)
- With white yarn, ch 8.
- Work back in sl st for smooth strands.
- Make 4 strands, sew angled across forehead to mimic the swept-over look.
Bun (White)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc around (12)
- (sc, inc) around (18)
4–6. sc around (18) - (sc, dec) around (12). Stuff lightly.
- dec around (6). Close.
👉 Sew securely on top of head.
Bow (Red)
- Ch 9, hdc in 2nd ch and across (8).
2–3. Ch 1, turn, hdc across.
Wrap yarn tightly around center, tie off to form bow.
👉 Sew bow at front of bun.
Glasses (Gold Thread)
- Ch 15, join to form a ring (first lens).
- Sl st across, ch 15 again, join into 2nd ring (second lens).
- Leave small bridge between.
👉 Sew onto face with gold thread.
Face Details
- Nose: Crochet small bump → MR, 6 sc, close, sew in center.
- Eyes: Embroider black circles inside glasses.
- Lashes: Add 2–3 short lines above each eye.
- Cheeks: Embroider with pink yarn in blush circles.
- Smile: With red thread, stitch a curved smile.
Hanging Cord
Attach a red yarn loop (10–12 cm) at top of bun.
🎀 Assembly
- Sew hair cap to face.
- Add bun and bow on top.
- Attach golden glasses.
- Embroider face details (nose bump, eyes, lashes, cheeks, smile).
- Secure hanging cord.
🌟 Final Touch
Your Mrs. Claus Ornament is complete! With her cheerful blush and sweet golden glasses, she’s the perfect match for your Santa ornament. Together, they’ll make your tree truly magical this Christmas.
