Holidays

Ornament

A round Christmas ornament with a small cap and hanging loop, a simple festive motif that repeats beautifully. Hung in a row, the ornaments read like a garland. Bring it into the editor to add a stripe or pattern across the ball, change its size, or alternate colors of mesh, then export the chart or print it for stitching.

Grid
17 × 20
Difficulty
Beginner
Mesh count
340
Category
Holidays
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Skill level: beginner

This is a friendly first filet project. The shape reads clearly even if your counting slips by a square or two, and there are no tricky fragmented areas to track.

Yarn and hook

At this size the ornament shines in fine size 10 cotton thread on a steel hook; the tight gauge holds every block crisp. Mercerised cotton gives a subtle sheen and crisp stitch definition that suits the clean block edges of filet.

Project ideas

Whether you are making a festive table runner or a stocking, the ornament drops in cleanly, ideal for a handmade gift. Set it on its own, pair it with a matching motif, or run a row of them along an edge.

Who it's for

A ornament panel makes a thoughtful handmade gift for a grandchild, and it fits naturally with Easter. Add a name or date in editable bitmap lettering to make it a one-of-a-kind keepsake.

Size, printing, and scaling

Expect roughly 4.3 by 5.0 inches at 4 mesh per inch. Drop to fine thread for a smaller piece, or move to worsted to scale it right up. You can print a numbered chart as-is, or adjust the grid in the editor and export it in whichever format your project needs.

Before you start

Hook
1.5–1.75 mm steel hook
Thread / yarn
Size 10–20 cotton thread
Finished size
4.3 × 5.0 in at 4 mesh/in
  • Print or export a numbered chart from the editor
  • Have your hook and thread or yarn ready
  • 20 rows, worked bottom to top

Learn the technique

How to Read a Filet Crochet Chart

New to charts? Learn exactly how to read this one square by square.

Ornament filet crochet pattern — FAQ

Can a beginner crochet the ornament pattern?
Yes. The ornament is one of the more beginner-friendly charts here — it reads clearly and forgives the odd miscount. If you can work a double crochet and a chain, you can follow it.
What can I make with the ornament pattern?
It works well as a festive centrepiece or a repeating seasonal band — think a tree-skirt panel or a seasonal throw, and it is a natural choice for a handmade gift.
Can I resize the ornament chart?
Yes. Open it in the editor and change the grid dimensions, crop it, or tile it. Because every cell is a true block or open mesh, scaling never makes half-stitches.
What yarn works best for this ornament chart?
Use a smooth, non-fuzzy cotton in one clear colour. Thread weight controls the size — fine for a doily scale, worsted for a throw — without changing how you follow the chart.
How many stitches is the ornament pattern?
The chart is 17 by 20 squares — 340 mesh in total, about 59 of them filled. At 4 mesh per inch that finishes roughly 4.3 by 5.0 inches.

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