Crochet Candy Stripe Bauble – Countdown to Christmas Day 3
The Candy Stripe Bauble Christmas Bauble 🎄
Welcome to the fun and festive world of the Candy Stripe Bauble! This cheerful ornament is sure to add a pop of color and charm to your holiday decor. Made with simple slip stitches, this bauble features vibrant, alternating stripes that give it a playful, modern look.
Not only is it quick to crochet, but it’s also a perfect project for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike. Whether you’re looking to add a fun touch to your Christmas tree or gift something handmade, this bauble is a delightful addition to your collection. Grab your yarn and let’s dive into making this cheerful creation!
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This Candy Stripe Bauble pattern is part of my Crochet Countdown to Christmas, where I’m sharing one festive Christmas bauble pattern every day from December 1-24! 🎄🎁 If you’ve missed any of the previous patterns, you can find all the bauble patterns for free on this page.
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Candy Stripe Bauble Pattern Details
Pattern is written in US terminology
Materials
- Heartland worsted yarn from Lion Brand in 2 contrasting colors
- 5mm (H8) crochet hook (or whatever size is needed to obtain gauge)
- scissors
- tapestry needle
- tape measure
- 3.15″ plastic bauble
Skill level
Advanced beginner.
Pattern notes
- This pattern is written using standard US crochet terms.
- The chain 1 at the beginning of the row, does not count as a stitch.
- This is meant to have a somewhat snug fit around the bauble.
- This bauble cover is worked flat, then sewn down the side. Once the bauble is inserted into the cover, each end is cinched closed using a tapestry needle
- The pattern can be worked in any number of stitches.
Stitches used and abbreviations
- ch = chain
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- sl st blo = slip stitch back loop only
Finished measurements
*bauble cover is lying flat and not seamed on the side yet
- Length: 4”
- Width: 6.5”
Gauge
First 6 rows should measure 1″ across and 4-4.5″ in length
Slip Stitch Back Loop Only (sl st blo)
Work a sl st as normal, except insert your hook into the back loop. This creates a stretchy knit fabric.
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Pattern Instructions for the Candy Stripe Christmas Bauble
Ch 17, or until your ch reaches about 5″ in length.
Row 1: work a sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (16 sl sts)
Row 2: work a sl st blo in each st across. Ch 1, turn. (16 sl sts)
Row 3: repeat Row 2.
Row 4: repeat Row 2.
Fasten off and attach contrasting color, ch 1.
Rows 5-8: (working with the contrasting color) repeat Row 2.
Fasten off and attach previous color.
Continue to alternate 4 rows of the first color used and 4 rows of the contrasting color until you have 40 rows total or until your strip reaches 6.5″ in length.
Do not fasten off.
Seaming the side:
- Fold the strip making sure the wrong side is facing you.
- Insert your hook through the back loop of the st in the row you just finished as well as your first foundation chain. Pull up a loop.
- Ch 1.
- Work a sl st through these 2 sps and all the way across.
- Fasten off, leaving a tail long enough for cinching the end.
*Alternatively, you can whip stitch across.
Cinching the ends:
- Flip your cover so the right side is now facing out. We will cinch the bottom first.
- Thread a long piece of yarn onto a tapestry needle and begin to weave the needle in and out all the way around the bottom edge of the cover. Pull the ends to cinch it closed.
- Tie off and, using your crochet hook, pull the ends inside the cover to hide them.
- Insert your bauble and make sure any loose ends are tucked inside.
- Repeat steps 2 & 3 for the top of the cover/bauble.
Conclusion
You did it! 🎉 Your Candy Stripe Bauble is complete, and I hope you’re as excited about how it turned out as I am! The playful, vibrant stripes are sure to bring a festive and cheerful touch to your tree or holiday display. Whether you made one for yourself or as a thoughtful gift, this ornament is sure to stand out.
If you’re ready to make more, experiment with different color combinations to keep the fun going! Don’t forget to share your finished bauble on social media—I’d love to see your creations. Wishing you a cozy and crafty holiday season! 🎄✨
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