Crochet a Gorgeous Six-Pointed Star Ornament: Step-by-Step!

Have you ever wanted to create something beautiful and festive with just a hook and some yarn? I'm going to show you how to crochet a stunning six-pointed star ornament that's perfect for the holidays, as a unique touch on gifts, or even as Hanukkah decorations. The best part? You can use any yarn you like, whether it's a sparkly metallic or your favorite color.

Before we start, let's gather everything we need. It makes the whole process smoother, trust me.

Yarn: For this tutorial, I'm using a 4 worsted weight acrylic yarn called "Favorite" from Icy Irons, but you can use any yarn you have on hand. Don't be afraid to experiment with different textures and colors! If you're using a DK weight yarn, you'll want to go down a hook size.

Crochet Hook: I'll be using a 5 mm crochet hook. If you’re using a DK weight yarn, grab a 4 mm hook – basically, one size smaller than what you'd normally use with that yarn weight.

Other Tools: You'll also need a needle for weaving in those pesky yarn tails or adding a hanging tag. A stitch marker can be helpful, and a pair of scissors to snip your yarn.

I write all my patterns in plain English. It's like I'm sitting right next to you, explaining each step. No confusing jargon here! If you prefer a written pattern to follow along, you can get the free pattern or the printable PDF pattern.

Alright, let's get our hands moving!

Creating the Slip Knot: Start by making a slip knot. Use whatever method you're most comfortable with.

Chain Six: Now, chain six stitches. That's one, two, three, four, five, and six. Easy peasy!

Forming the Ring: Next, we're going to slip stitch into the very first chain we made to form a ring. This is right down where our knot is. Slide your hook in, get that U-shape underneath your hook, and make sure your tail is following along. Slip stitch to form that ring.

Time to start shaping our star!

Chain Four (Counts as First Treble): Chain four – one, two, three, and four. This counts as our first treble crochet.

Double Crochet: Wrap your yarn and make one double crochet into the center of the ring.

Treble Crochet: Now, wrap your yarn twice and make one treble crochet right into the center of your ring. Make sure you're working over that tail to hide it.

Chain Three: Chain three – one, two, and three.

We're on our way to a beautiful star!

Repeating the Stitch Sequence: Into the center of the ring (still going over our tail), make one treble crochet, one double crochet, and one treble crochet. Then chain three. Now, keep repeating this sequence all the way around. That's one treble crochet, one double crochet, and one treble crochet into the center of the ring, followed by a chain of three.

Creating Six Sets: We need to make six sets of these treble-double-treble sequences around the ring, each separated by a chain of three. If you need more room, slide those stitches back. Just make sure all your stitches are nice and flat in the center of your ring.

Joining the Round: Once you've made all six points, it's time to join the round. Slip stitch to join the last chain three to the top of the initial chain four. Pop your hook into the top of that chain four, grab two strands of that chain on the top of your hook, and slip stitch to join.

This edging gives our star a delicate, finished look.

Single Crochet: In that same stitch where you joined, make one single crochet.

Single Crochet Across the Stitches: In the next stitch, pick up both the front and back loops and make one single crochet. Then, make one more single crochet in the next stitch.

Single Crochet into the Chain Space: Now, make three single crochets into the chain space. That's one, two, and three.

Creating the Picot: Chain three – one, two, and three. Now, we're going to turn this into a picot. This is optional, but it makes the points extra pointy! Look for the pretty little V's of your chain and put them to the side. We want to look for those camel bumps, or back loops. Starting underneath the working yarn, find the third back loop from your hook and go right into that stitch. Pop your hook in and make a slip stitch. There's your picot!

Continuing the Pattern: Now, make three single crochets into that same space – one, two, and three. Then, make one single crochet into each of the next stitches. The first one might be hiding a bit, so peek under your work to find it.

We're almost there!

Repeating the Picot Sequence: Repeat the sequence of three single crochets into the next three stitches, chain three, picot, and three single crochets around each point of the star. Remember to find that first stitch; it likes to hide!

Finishing the Last Point: Keep going until you've completed the edging around all six points.

Time to make our star look polished.

Cutting the Yarn: Cut your yarn, leaving about a 10-12 inch tail. Pull your hook up and the yarn through that last single crochet we made.

Joining the Last Stitch: Grab your needle and thread your yarn. Skip the first stitch and go into the second single crochet. Slide the blunt end of your needle in underneath that stitch, the same place you'd put your crochet hook. Keep track of where the yarn is coming from, and don't cinch it down too hard. Leave it a bit loose. Now, take your needle again and put it right back where it came from, just underneath that one loop, and shrink it down so it matches your other stitches.

Weaving in the Tail: Turn your work over. We want to anchor this yarn. Coming from where it's starting, work straight through those stitches, just into that space a little bit. A sharp tip needle is great for this. These sharp tip needles are useful! Now, pull this through. Don't pull it too tight, just anchor it. Now, go back into a different piece of yarn in the opposite direction to give ourselves a little anchor. If we pull our yarn now, that stitch doesn't get any smaller. We've anchored our yarn.

Now, let's make it easy to hang our star!

Creating the Loop: On the back of your work, thread that yarn up and out through the top of that picot, the very pointiest bit. Now, go back down into a slightly different spot. Don't go exactly where you started, but put it down underneath a thick part of your yarn on the opposite side.

Adjusting the Size: Pull it down through. Now, you can make the loop any size you want. You can even use a business card or a piece of cardboard to make sure all your hanging tags are the same height.

Securing the Loop: When you're happy with the size, go and sew in that tail. Sew it back up in that opposite direction and back down. Now, you can cut your tail.

Cut any remaining tails, and voila! You have a beautiful six-pointed star ornament. This is a great option if you are a crochet lover looking for some easy holiday decorations.

• Gift Tags: Attach these stars to presents for a personal touch.
• Garlands: String multiple stars together to create a festive garland.
• Appliqués: Sew them onto blankets, bags, or other crochet projects for added flair.

• Color Combinations: Experiment with different color combinations to match your decor.
• Yarn Weights: Try using different yarn weights to create stars of various sizes.
• Beads and Embellishments: Add beads, sequins, or other embellishments for extra sparkle.

• Washing Instructions: Gently hand wash your stars to keep them looking their best.
• Storage Tips: Store them in a safe place to prevent damage.

Here are some common crochet abbreviations that will help you read patterns:

• Slip Knot: (sl st)
• Chain: (ch)
• Single Crochet: (sc)
• Double Crochet: (dc)
• Treble Crochet: (tr)
• Slip Stitch: (sl st)
• Picot: (p)

If you're eager to explore more crochet projects, I have a wealth of tutorials and patterns available on my YouTube channel.

Crocheting isn't just a fun hobby; it's also incredibly relaxing and therapeutic. The repetitive motions can help reduce stress, and the sense of accomplishment you feel after completing a project is truly rewarding.

So there you have it! A super cute six-pointed star, perfect for adding a handmade touch to your holidays.