Lace Snowflake Ornament

Lace Snowflake Ornament

A delicate, openwork snowflake ornament, perfect for adorning a Christmas tree or as a festive window decoration.

Materials

• DK weight (3) cotton yarn, approximately 20 yards / 18 meters
• 3.0 mm crochet hook (US D/3)
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch marker (optional)
• Stiffening agent (e.g., fabric stiffener or sugar starch)
• Blocking pins and mat

Gauge

16 sts × 18 rounds / 10 cm in single crochet. Gauge is not critical for this pattern as the finished size can vary, but consistent tension will yield a more even snowflake.

Finished Size

Varies with gauge and rounds worked. Approximately 3 inches (7.5 cm) in diameter when blocked.

Abbreviations

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)
• yo: yarn over

Pattern Instructions

Foundation

Create a magic ring.

Body

Rnd 1: Ch 1, 8 sc into the magic ring. Pull ring tight to close. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (8 sts) Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (16 sts) Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in the first st, *ch 3, skip 1 st, sc in the next st; repeat from * 7 more times. Ch 3, skip 1 st, join with a sl st to the first sc. (16 sts) Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in the first sc, *ch 5, skip the ch-3 space, sc in the next sc; repeat from * 7 more times. Ch 5, skip the ch-3 space, join with a sl st to the first sc. (16 sts) Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in the first sc, *ch 7, skip the ch-5 space, sc in the next sc; repeat from * 7 more times. Ch 7, skip the ch-5 space, join with a sl st to the first sc. (16 sts) Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc in the first sc, *ch 9, skip the ch-7 space, sc in the next sc; repeat from * 7 more times. Ch 9, skip the ch-7 space, join with a sl st to the first sc. (16 sts)

Assembly / Finishing

Fasten off, leaving a tail for weaving in. Weave in all ends securely. To achieve a crisp, rigid snowflake, block the finished piece. Immerse the snowflake in a fabric stiffener or a sugar starch solution. Gently squeeze out excess liquid, then shape the snowflake carefully on a blocking mat, pinning out each point to its desired shape. Allow to dry completely.

Tips

• For a truly delicate look, consider using a thinner thread (like crochet thread) and a smaller hook, adjusting yardage as needed.
• Blocking is essential for defining the points and openwork of the snowflake. Don't skip this step!
• Experiment with different colors, or even add glitter once stiffened for extra sparkle.
• Crochet a gauge swatch to familiarize yourself with the stitches and ensure your tension is even.

Pattern by YarnCro · yarncro.com