If you love Jellycat plushies as much as I do, you're going to love this crochet Christmas bauble. Inspired by the adorable Jellycat Christmas Bauble, this amigurumi version puts a handmade spin on the festive ornament, complete with tiny brown feet and a little silver bauble cap.
Unlike the original Jellycat Christmas Bauble, which features classic red and white segments and a gold cap, this crochet version comes in solid colors for a simpler, playful look. It's a fun little project to add to your Christmas crochet collection, hang on your Christmas tree, or gift to a fellow Jellycat lover. After all, who says Christmas ornaments can't have tiny feet?
What You Need / Materials
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- DK, light worsted (weight #3) chenille yarn, shown in Scheepjes' Little Darling (100% polyester; 98 yards / 90 m per 1.76 oz / 50 g skein) in the following colors:
- Brown (I used Pony #412) or Dark Brown (I used Big Foot #413)
- Red (I used Strawberry #417)
- Green (I used Sprout #419)
- Grey (I used Koala #409)
- 3.25 mm crochet hook
- 5.0 mm safety eyes
- Polyester stuffing of your choice
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
Finished Size
- Finished amigurumi measures approximately 9 cm (3.5 inches) in height with the loop
- Consider using a different yarn weight/category and the appropriate hook size to make this project larger or smaller.
Level of Difficulty
- ★★☆☆☆ Beginner / Easy
- Requires familiarity with stitches used (below), attaching plastic safety eyes, changing yarn colors, and basic sewing and embroidery skills.
Stitches & Abbreviations
- st/sts - stitch/stitches
- ch - chain
- slst - slip stitch
- sc - single crochet
- sc-inc - single crochet increase, 2 single crochets in one stitch
- sc-dec - single crochet decrease, single crochet 2 stitches together
Pattern Notes
- This pattern is written using US crochet terms.
- Complete the pieces in the specified order to ensure proper assembly later.
- Use the yarn under single crochet technique to achieve tighter, more aligned stitches.
- Crochet in continuous spiral rounds. Do not join at the end of each round unless otherwise stated.
- Use a running stitch marker to keep your place when crocheting in rounds.
- Use the ultimate finish to neatly close up your amigurumi pieces.
- Optional: Use the invisible decrease to improve your amigurumi's appearance.
Free Crochet Pattern
Feet (make 2)
Using a 3.25 mm crochet hook and brown yarn...
Round 1: Ch 4, from 2nd ch from hook, sc-inc, sc, 3 sc in the last ch, turn to the other side of the chain, 2 sc (8 sts)
Round 2: Sc in each st around (8 sts)
Round 3: 2 sc, 2 sc-dec, 2 sc (6 sts)
Round 4: Sc, 2 sc-dec, sc (4 sts)
Cut and fasten off.
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Bauble
Using a 3.25 mm crochet hook and red yarn...
Round 1: Magic ring with a base of 8 sc (8 sts)
Round 2: Sc-inc in each st around (16 sts)
Round 3: [Sc, sc-inc] x 8 times (24 sts)
Round 4: [3 sc, sc-inc] x 2, 2 sc the first leg to Round 3 to attach, sc, sc-inc, sc, 2 sc the second leg to Round 3 to attach, sc-inc, [3 sc, sc-inc] (30 sts)
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Round 5: [2 sc, sc-inc, 2 sc] x 6 times (36 sts)
Round 6-10: Sc in each st around (36 sts x 5 rounds)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 8 and 9, approximately 3 sts apart. Stuff the crochet bauble with polyester stuffing as you decrease.
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Round 11: [2 sc, sc-dec, 2 sc] x 6 times (30 sts)
Round 12: [3 sc, sc-dec] x 6 times (24 sts)
Round 13: [Sc, sc-dec] x 8 times (16 sts)
Round 14: Sc-dec in each st around (8 sts)
Cut and fasten off using the ultimate finish.
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Bauble Cap
Using a 3.25 mm crochet hook and grey yarn...
Round 1: Magic ring with a base of 8 sc, slst to the first st (8 sts)
Round 2: Ch 1. Working in the BLO, sc in each st around (8 sts)
Cut and fasten off with a LONG tail used for sewing and the loop.
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Assembly
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| Use the yarn tail from the bauble cap and sew it to the top of the bauble. |
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| Thread the yarn tail through the bauble cap's magic circle. |
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| Ch 13-15 with the yarn tail. Fasten off. |
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| Thread the yarn tail back into the magic circle of the bauble cap to make a loop. |
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| Embroider a small mouth between the eyes. |
The Story Behind the Stitches
I've been slowly building my own collection of Jellycat-inspired crochet amigurumis, and with Christmas around the corner, I thought it would be fun to add a festive little ornament to the mix! This crochet Christmas bauble is designed to be cute, playful, and easy to make, even if you're a crochet beginner!
I used the same tiny brown feet featured in my other Jellycat-inspired crochet patterns to give this little Christmas bauble a consistent look. You'll notice that my crochet version is a bit different from the original Jellycat Christmas Bauble. Instead of the red and white segments, I opted for a solid color to keep the pattern beginner-friendly, without having to juggle multiple color changes in every round.
Of course, you don't have to stick to traditional Christmas colors! Make a whole collection in different shades to match your holiday decor, or gift them to fellow Jellycat lovers. If you're looking for more crochet ornaments to add to your Christmas tree, check out my Flatland Christmas Bauble Ornaments too! They're a fun, flat alternative to these little 3D baubles.
I hope this little project brings some extra handmade charm to your Christmas tree. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season filled with creativity, cozy moments, and lots of yarn!
Creative Uses and Ideas
- Christmas Tree Ornament: Hang your crochet Christmas bauble on the tree for a cute, whimsical touch.
- Personalized Holiday Decor: Make baubles in different colors to match your Christmas theme or home decor.
- Jellycat-Inspired Collection: Display it alongside your other Jellycat-inspired crochet amigurumis for a festive collection.
- Handmade Stocking Stuffer: Tuck one into a Christmas stocking for a fellow crochet or Jellycat lover.
- DIY Gift Topper: Attach it to a wrapped present for an extra-special handmade finishing touch.
- Christmas Garland: Crochet several baubles in coordinating colors and string them together to create a playful holiday garland.
- Advent Calendar Surprise: Use it as a small handmade surprise for a crochet-loving friend or family member.
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- Crochet Santa Claus Amigurumi: Crochet your very own jolly Santa Claus with this cute amigurumi pattern, perfect for spreading a little extra Christmas cheer.
- Crochet Christmas Tree: Short on space? This flat crochet Christmas tree hangs on the wall and can be decorated with your favorite ornaments!
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