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If you’re curious how to make a crochet star garland, this simple guide will walk you through the process from start to finish. With just a crochet hook, cotton yarn, jute twine and a few small bells, you can create a handmade decoration that adds charm to mantels, walls or windows. The stars work up quickly, making this a satisfying project for both new and experienced crocheters. It’s an easy, creative way to add a cozy and festive touch to your home.
With a crochet hook, yarn and some spare time on your hands, you can use this free crochet pattern to make your own crochet stars garland to your desired length.
More Christmas crafting ideas to try include this dried orange garland, a salt dough gingerbread man garland or a felt Christmas tree garland.
Why You’ll Love It
Beginner friendly: Straightforward stitches make this project approachable.
Customizable: Choose colors and bell styles to match your decor.
Portable project: Take it anywhere for on-the-go crafting.
Reusable: Sturdy materials ensure you can enjoy it year after year.
Crochet Star Garland Materials
Cotton yarn: Worsted weight yarn always works well for structure and durability, or you might like to choose an acrylic yarn with similar yarn weight which is easy to “block” (this means the stars will hold their shape well and you won’t have a star point curling up). You could consider acrylic but cotton holds its shape better for this project.
Brass bells: Small bells add sound and a festive touch between stars.
Jute twine: Strong 2-ply twine holds the stars and bells securely.
6mm crochet hook: Creates the correct stitch size for the yarn.
Guidebook: Optional. You might like to invest in a beginner’s crochet book or watch a video tutorial or two, before grabbing your yarn needle and making the first star ornaments from scratch if you are a crochet newbie.
How to Make the Crochet Star Pattern
Crochet the star center: Work 15 half double crochets into a magic ring and slip stitch to join.
Form the base round: Single crochet into each stitch and slip stitch to join.
Make a point: Chain five, then slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet and double crochet into the correct stitches to shape the point.
Attach the point: Skip two stitches and slip stitch to anchor the point to the center.
Repeat for all points: Continue until you have five points on the star.
Finish the star: Weave in ends and trim excess yarn.
Assemble the garland: Use a darning needle to thread stars onto the jute twine, placing a bell between each one.
Substitutions and Variations
Color variation: Use multiple yarn colors for a playful look.
Different accents: Swap bells for wooden beads or felt shapes.
Extra length: Add more stars for a longer garland.
Top Tips
Use consistent tension: This keeps all stars the same size.
Count stitches carefully: Ensures symmetrical points.
Secure the ends: Weave yarn tails through several stitches to prevent unraveling.
Space evenly: Measure between stars for a balanced garland.
Crochet Star Garland FAQs
Once your crochet stars are done, you will want to block them. This stops them from curling up at the star points. You can use hairspray or another kind of fixative once you’ve crocheted them. Before blocking them, you should tuck the ends of the yarn in, for a tidier look.
Yes, adjust your hook size or yarn weight to change the star size.
Ten stars work well for a balanced look with this length.
DIY Crochet Star Garland
How to Make a Crochet Star Garland
Equipment
- Crochet Hook 6mm
Supplies
- 100 Yards cotton yarn, worsted weight
- 10 brass bells, small
- 6 Feet jute twine, 2-ply 2mm
Instructions
- Crochet 15 HDC into the MR, Sl ST to join at the end of the round. Chain 1.
- SC into each stitch in the round then SL ST to join.
- Chain 5. In the second stitch from the hook, SL ST, SC into the next stitch, HDC into the next stitch, DC into the next stitch. This will form a triangle.
- Skip 2 stitches and SL ST into the next stitch to attach the point of the star to the center.
- Repeat step 2 to 4 to create four more points to the star.
- Weave in the ends and cut the excess.
- Use a darning needle and 2-ply twine to string the stars by sewing through the base of one point. Place a bell in between each star.
Notes
One ball of Lily Sugar n’ Cream cotton yarn should make 2 garlands. Abbreviations (These are the US abbreviations):
MR: Magic Ring
SL ST: Slip Stitch
SC: single crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet Use consistent tension: This keeps all stars the same size.
Count stitches carefully: Ensures symmetrical points.
Secure the ends: Weave yarn tails through several stitches to prevent unraveling.
Space evenly: Measure between stars for a balanced garland.
Once you learn how to make a crochet star garland, you’ll see how versatile and fun it is to create. You can make them in any color, size or style to suit the season or occasion. With just a few supplies and some simple stitches, you’ll have a custom piece that adds warmth and personality to your space. It’s a project you can enjoy making and displaying year after year.
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