Your Cart is Empty
Looking for a simple crochet project to spruce up your holiday decor? Why not try making a crochet Christmas bauble skirt! These fun little skirts are soft, festive, and adjustable, so you can easily switch up colors and styles when decorating your tree. Best of all, they’re beginner-friendly and don’t take much time to whip up.
In this post, I’ll show you how to make these interchangeable crochet skirts step by step. Let’s dive in!
Think of the bauble skirt as a cozy little “dress” for your Christmas ornaments. They wrap snugly underneath the bauble, adding a touch of texture and personalization without the need to crochet over the entire surface! You can mix and match colors to match your holiday decor or experiment with different yarns to suit your style. If you’re looking for a cute, hassle-free way to add elegance to your tree decor, this project is the answer.
I personally used Ice Yarns Rockabilly in this project, which has a gorgeous sheen, but feel free to use any yarn you’ve got lying around.
Now that we’ve got the materials ready, let’s begin.
Make a slip knot and chain six. Then, slip stitch into the first chain to form a tiny loop. This will be the foundation you'll build the bauble skirt on. It’s important to keep your stitches loose here to ensure the skirt will fit over the bauble comfortably.
After closing the loop, you’ll make a series of chain-6 loops and single crochets into the center. These loops form what I like to call “petals” around the ornament. Single crochet into the next chain space, then continue: chain six, single crochet. Keep going all the way around.
By the end of this round, you’ll have a nice little medley of loops. These loops will give the skirt its playful, textured look as they create layers around the bauble.
Pro Tip: If your stitches feel snug, don’t hesitate to add more chains (try chaining 7 or 8 instead). This will give you more room to stretch the skirt around larger ornaments, making the fit more versatile.
If you're interested in a ready-made pattern, feel free to check out our Christmas Crochet Bauble Ornament Skirt for an easy-to-follow guide!
Moving into the next round, you’re going to make your petals wider. You’ll slip stitch to work into the center of the next petal and then:
Continue this pattern all the way around until you return to where you began. The skirt is starting to form its layers, and it’s beginning to really take shape!
For the last round, we tighten things up. Slip stitch into the previous round to get into position, and chain three this time instead of six. This reduces the opening size and makes the skirt snugger. Continue chaining three and single crocheting into the next petal, all the way around.
Now, finish with a final slip stitch and secure your yarn by cutting it and pulling through that last loop. Weave in the ends. Voila! Your bauble skirt is all set.
With the skirt done, it’s time to pop it onto your bauble. Inside out or pretty side out, it’s up to you — but I like to have the neat V’s showing on the outside. Simply wrap the skirt around your bauble and stretch it down. The stretchy design ensures it stays in place and fits snugly around your ornament.
If your baubles are a bit larger (or even smaller), it’s easy to adjust the size of your skirt. By simply increasing the chains in the final round, you get a looser, more flexible fit. Try switching from chain-3 to chain-4 if the skirt feels too tight on your bauble.
For more beginner-friendly Christmas projects, check out our Bauble Skirts - Easiest Christmas Crochet Ornaments.
There’s something so special about being able to customize your Christmas tree decorations, and this crochet Christmas bauble skirt is the perfect way to do it. It’s a quick project that makes a big impact and is customizable to any color scheme or style you love. Plus, if you’re a beginner or just looking for a fun, stress-free pattern, this one can be worked up in no time.
If you’re looking for more fun and easy crochet ideas this holiday season, you might want to explore our Patterns page for more inspiration.
Happy crocheting, and stay hooked!
A crochet bauble skirt is a decorative, crocheted "dress" that fits around the base of a Christmas ornament, adding texture and personalization without covering the entire bauble.
You'll need yarn (preferably lighter weight), a 4mm crochet hook, a darning needle, and scissors.
Yes, you can use any yarn you like. However, lighter-weight yarns like Ice Yarns Rockabilly work best for a delicate finish.
These are quick projects, often taking less than an hour for each skirt, making them perfect for last-minute decorations or gifts.
Adjust the size by increasing the number of chains in the final round for a looser fit. For a tighter fit, reduce the number of chains.
Yes, they are designed to be beginner-friendly, using simple stitches such as chains and single crochet.
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with different yarn textures, colors, and sizes to match your Christmas decor.
Finish with a slip stitch, cut the yarn, and pull it through the last loop. Use a darning needle to weave in the ends for a neat finish.
Yes, you can find more crochet patterns and inspiration by visiting the Patterns page mentioned in the original post or exploring online crochet communities.
You can check out the Christmas Crochet Bauble Ornament Skirt for a detailed guide.
Feel free to ask more questions or explore additional resources if you need further assistance!
With a focus on simplicity and creativity, Christa Patel has made the Secret Yarnery a trusted resource for crocheters of all backgrounds. Her thoughtful tutorials and beginner-friendly patterns break down complex stitches and techniques, giving every crafter the confidence to make beautiful projects from start to finish.
Comments will be approved before showing up.
Get ready for the holiday season with our crochet gift card holder stockings! This quick and fun project will add a handmade touch to your gift-giving. Perfect for holding gift cards, trinkets, or cash, these mini stockings only use 16 grams of yarn each and can be completed in an afternoon. Follow our step-by-step guide and video tutorial to create your own stash-busting stockings, a delightful addition to any holiday celebration.
Get into the holiday spirit with these charming crochet mini stocking ornaments! Perfect for adding a handmade touch to gifts or decorating your Christmas tree, these stash-busting projects are quick, easy, and fun to make. Ideal for both beginners and seasoned crocheters, each mini stocking uses just a small amount of yarn, making them efficient and budget-friendly. Follow the detailed pattern to create delightful, customizable stockings in a variety of colors and styles this festive season. Join us in spreading holiday cheer, one stitch at a time!
Unleash your holiday creativity with this charming and easy-to-make crochet Christmas tree wall hanging! Perfect for both beginners and seasoned crocheters, this project adds a personal touch to your festive decorations. With just a few basic materials and a step-by-step guide, you'll craft a stunning decoration that captures the spirit of the season. Get ready to transform your space with this delightful, handmade creation!
Everything I need in one place to be creative and I can photocopy extras of the pages I use most to customise my planning. I use it as my main diary, even for work and upcoming events. It inspires me to focus on my creative pursuits too. Love it!
Love this item going to put little gifts in it on the tree ,just tying in tails.
I am really impressed with the quality of this written pattern as well as the video tutorial. Both are clear and detailed. I am not done with my striped cardigan yet, but it's coming together nicely (though I'm not so sure about my choice to use up yarn I already have with individual stripes!)... so many tails to sew in!! My advice would be to buy self-striping yarn like she does in the video.
Easy to follow pattern! Super base for the rectangle or other larger projects.
Keep the tutorials coming and with written and visual instructions to follow along so beginners can learn. Thank you for your help.
I think there is a mistake in the written pattern. It says to do a half double crochet twice, when it is only supposed to be once
Thank you to the Secret Yarnery for this pattern! Can't go wrong with this one, it really is easy and fast to make - I'm on my 2nd one already and plan to do more! You really don't need to look any further if you're looking to make a scarf - you will not be disappointed. In fact, you'll have fun making it (I did!) Happy crocheting!
Thank you for writing a pattern that is amazingly easy to follow and help me produce a stunning piece!!
Wow! I can't believe I made this beautiful toran. Well, yes I can since I followed this easy pattern! Again, wow! How fun was this to make! Super-duper easy to make and you can be as creative as you like by choosing colours, placement of colours to form pattern(s), number of leaves, etc. so it truly can be personalized for any occasion! Love the Secret Yarnery patterns and tutorials - thank you so much for your time, efforts, and for sharing your talent with the rest of us in the world!
The best pattern & tutorial I have ever come across. Loved how you used the needle to clearly point out where the stitch was to go. Have made 3 hats already. Many more on my to do list. Thanks so much
The yarn world is vast & has several yarn naming & grading systems. This chart really helps to get the right weight of yarn, size of needle, gauge & yardage/meterage when using patterns or yarns from other countries. And it covers both knit & crochet. Thank you for putting together this very useful tool, Secret Yarnery.
I love this pattern. Very easy to follow and fun to make.
