Crochet Snowflake Hanging Ornament Free Patterns
Nothing brings the sparkle of a snowy winter day indoors quite like a collection of delicate, crochet snowflake ornaments hanging from your tree or twinkling in your window. These free crochet patterns will inspire you to get your hook out and start crocheting.
There’s something enchanting about snowflakes, each one unique and fleeting, but with crochet, you can capture that magic and make it last for years to come. If you’re looking to add a touch of handmade elegance to your holiday decorations, these crochet snowflake patterns are just what you need.
Grab your hook and some sparkly yarn, and let’s dive into a flurry of beautiful designs that will make your holiday season truly magical!
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Many of the featured snowflake patterns use crochet thread. You can find it at local craft stores or on Amazon.
If you would like a collection of crochet snowflakes all in one place, you can check out the book 100 Snowflakes to Crochet: Make Your Own Snowdrift.
Crochet Snowflake Patterns
All of the patterns listed below are from a variety of designers. Credit is given to all designers as well as where to find their crochet patterns. I want to thank them for creating such intricate crochet snowflake patterns.
Wispvale Snowflake
This snowflake pattern has 8 rounds and is crocheted using a 1.75mm hook. The finished snowflake measures approximately 4″ across.
Pattern Name: Wispvale Snowflake
Designer: Julia Hart / Draiguna
Suggested Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic 10 Crochet Thread, Scheepjes Maxi Sugar Rush
This pattern is available on Ravelry
Flower Star Snowflake
This snowflake pattern is one of 4 from the Christmas Snowflakes Mobile 2019 by Renata Saj (see Ravelry page for more info). Use the snowflakes individually as beautiful hanging ornaments or combine them for a unique wall hanging.
This snowflake pattern is worked in 6 rounds from the center out and uses post stitches for its unique design.
Pattern Name: Flower Star Snowflake
Designer: Renata Saj
Suggested Yarn: Garnstudio DROPS Glitter, Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat
This pattern is available on Ravelry
Ariel Snowflake
This snowflake may be categorized as a doily on Ravelry but, at 5 1/2″, it is perfect for your seasonal decor as well.
This snowflake is worked in 8 rounds using size 10 cotton thread and a 1.5mm hook. This pattern is available in English and in Russian.
Pattern Name: Ariel Snowflake
Designer: Irina Maleeva
Suggested Yarn: Madame Tricote Maxi, YarnArt Violet 10, Vita Daisy
This pattern is available on Ravelry
Snowflake Wishes 2
Looking for a snowflake pattern but not interested in one made using crochet thread? Check out this crochet snowflake pattern that uses DK weight yarn!
This pattern has two variations – the larger is approximately 4 inches and the smaller is approximately 3 inches. This snowflake will work with any yarn but was designed with DK. The size of the snowflake will change depending on the yarn and hook combination used to crochet it.
Pattern Name: Snowflake Wishes 2
Designer: Joanna Gait / wishes in the rain
Suggested Yarn: Sirdar Snuggly Pearls DK, Lily (spinrite) Sugar’n Cream Solids
This pattern is available on Ravelry
White Dew
This crochet snowflake measures approximately 3 1/4 inches and uses approximately 8 yards of crochet thread to create.
Featured in the book mentioned above (100 Snowflakes to Crochet: Make Your Own Snowdrift), this is a very popular snowflake pattern. This pattern is available in English, Dutch, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Russian.
Pattern Name: White Dew
Designer: Caitlin Sainio
Suggested Yarn: Thread Weight
This pattern is available on Ravelry
Wispweave Snowflake
This crochet snowflake pattern features a gorgeous texture. Crocheted in 8 rounds, this snowflake measures about 4 1/2 inches from the points.
Pattern Name: Wispweave Snowflake
Designer: Julia Hart / Draiguna
Suggested Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic 10 Crochet Thread, Scheepjes Maxi Sugar Rush
This pattern is available on Ravelry
Petite Star
I know this pattern is technically a star but I think if you used white yarn to crochet this pattern, it would look like a snowflake!
This pattern uses fingering weight yarn and a 3.0mm crochet hook. It is available in English and Swedish.
Pattern Name: Petite Star
Designer: Johanna Lindahl
Suggested Yarn: Scheepjes Catona
This pattern is available on Ravelry
Frozen Flower Snowflake
This snowflake is a part of a 6 pattern series from the Crochet Snowflakes Mini CAL. You can still find all these patterns through the Ravelry page but the crochet a long is finished.
This pattern uses thread weight yarn and a 1.5mm crochet hook to create this frozen flower snowflake.
Pattern Name: Frozen Flower Snowflake
Designer: Crochetpedia
Suggested Yarn: Scheepjes Maxi Sugar Rush
This pattern is available on Ravelry
Festive Snowflake Ornament
These sport weight snowflake ornaments are perfect for those who want to use larger yarn and hook size. Crochet using a 3.0m crochet hook, these snowflakes work up to be approximately 4.7 inches across.
If you would like to support the designer, there is a paid version of this pattern in addition to the free version.
Pattern Name: Festive Snowflake Ornament
Designer: Kristines Crochets
Suggested Yarn: Madame Tricote Camilla
This pattern is available on Ravelry
Helina Snowflake
This free snowflake pattern comes with a full step-by-step photo tutorial which makes it perfect for a first snowflake pattern. It is crocheted using DK weight yarn and the finished size is approximately 5 inches.
The designer rates this pattern at an advanced beginner/intermediate level. I like how the designer has given examples of creating two-toned snowflakes using 2 different colours of yarn,
Pattern Name: Helina Snowflake
Designer: K.A.M.E. Crochet
Suggested Yarn: Scheepjes Twinkle
This pattern is available on Ravelry
Golden Flakes of Snow
This last pattern is a 4 for 1 special! This pattern has 4 different snowflake crochet patterns for you to choose from. Crocheted using light fingering weight yarn and a 2.5mm crochet hook, these snowflakes range in size.
The pattern creates beautiful decorations to hang on your tree or around your house. Combine these with other patterns in this list and you will have a gorgeous variety of snowflakes to keep you busy this holiday season!
Pattern Name: Golden Flakes of Snow
Designer: Sandra Paul/Cherry Heart
Suggested Yarn: Twilleys of Stamford Goldfingering
This pattern is available on Ravelry
Happy crocheting! I hope you make tons of crochet snowflakes to brighten your holiday decor. If you want some Christmas crochet ideas, check out this post.
