This elegant hanging uses one tapered crochet ribbon that is shaped into a three-level Christmas tree spiral. A contrasting edge highlights the curves, while a star and small bell give the finished piece a clean festive look. The pattern is written as a flexible construction, so the tree can be made in soft neutrals, classic green or any seasonal palette.
Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate
Finished Size: Approx. 28-35 cm (11-14 in) long including star and bell; tree body 18-22 cm tall
Terminology: US crochet terms
SEO Title: Neutral Spiral Christmas Tree Hanging Crochet Pattern
Meta Description: Crochet a sculptural spiral Christmas tree hanging with a tapered ribbon, contrast edging, star topper and bell using this photo-inspired full pattern.
Materials
• DK cotton or smooth acrylic in taupe/beige, approx. 35-45 g
• DK yarn in cream/white for edging, approx. 10-15 g
• 3.0 mm crochet hook
• Tapestry needle and scissors
• 1 small bell
• 1 star ornament or crocheted star
• 30-40 cm of strong cord or thin yarn for the central support
• Optional: 3-5 small clear beads
Abbreviations
• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• inc = 2 stitches in one stitch
• dec = work 2 stitches together
• BLO = back loop only
• FLO = front loop only
• st/sts = stitch/stitches
• Row = row
• FO = fasten off
Method
The tree is made from a long tapered strip rather than a solid cone. The strip gradually becomes narrower from the base toward the top. A cream border is added along one edge, then the strip is wrapped around a central hanging cord in three broad turns. Small hidden stitches hold the turns in place. The star is attached at the top and the bell at the bottom.
Formation / Construction Plan
1. Crochet one long tapered main strip.
2. Add a cream border along the outer edge.
3. Prepare a strong central support cord.
4. Wrap the strip around the cord from wide base to narrow top.
5. Tack the three spiral levels in place.
6. Attach star, hanging loop and bell.
Full Pattern
Pattern note: This is an original, photo-inspired approximation based on the visible shape. Exact stitch counts may be adjusted by a few stitches depending on yarn thickness and how tightly you want the tree to curve.
Main Tapered Ribbon
7. With taupe, ch 17.
8. Row 1: Hdc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (16)
9. Rows 2-10: Ch 1, turn, hdc across. (16)
10. Row 11: Ch 1, turn, hdc2tog, hdc across to last 2 sts, hdc2tog. (14)
11. Rows 12-20: Hdc across. (14)
12. Row 21: Hdc2tog at both ends. (12)
13. Rows 22-30: Hdc across. (12)
14. Row 31: Hdc2tog at both ends. (10)
15. Rows 32-40: Hdc across. (10)
16. Row 41: Hdc2tog at both ends. (8)
17. Rows 42-50: Hdc across. (8)
18. Row 51: Hdc2tog at both ends. (6)
19. Rows 52-60: Hdc across. (6)
20. Row 61: Hdc2tog at both ends. (4)
21. Rows 62-67: Hdc across. (4)
22. Row 68: Hdc2tog twice. (2)
23. Row 69: Hdc2tog. (1). FO.
Shaping Row Along the Inner Edge
24. Join taupe at the wide end along one long side of the strip. This side will become the inside of the spiral.
25. Work 1 sc into each row end for about 18 rows, then skip 1 row end. Repeat this rhythm – sc in 18 row ends, skip 1 – to the narrow end. This slightly shortens the inner edge and encourages the strip to curve.
26. FO and gently bend the strip into a loose helix. If it still feels too straight, add a second surface-sl-st line along the inner edge and keep it slightly snug.
Cream Contrast Edge
27. Join cream at the wide end of the outer long edge.
28. Work 1 sc evenly into every row end. Do not pull the edge tight.
29. For a soft corded border, work a second pass of sl st through BLO only across the entire cream edge. FO.
Central Support Cord
30. Cut or crochet a strong cord about 38 cm long. If crocheting, ch 70 and sl st back through every chain.
31. Leave about 8 cm above the tree for attaching the star and hanging loop and 5-6 cm below for the bell.
32. Mark three tree levels on the cord: lower level about 8 cm wide, middle about 6 cm, upper about 4 cm.
Formation of the Tree
33. Lay the wide end of the strip at the lowest mark and curve it around the support cord in a broad semicircle. Tack the center of the strip to the cord.
34. Continue wrapping upward so the strip crosses the front, curves behind and returns to the opposite side. Keep the wide lower section open and generous.
35. Make the second turn slightly narrower than the first. Tack it to the central cord where it crosses the center line.
36. Use the final narrow section for the top turn. Bring the tip upward under the star and sew it firmly to the cord.
37. At each crossing point, take only 2-3 hidden stitches through the back of the strip. The tree should hold its shape but still look airy and dimensional.
38. Adjust all three levels by hand until the outer edge forms a smooth descending spiral.
Optional Crocheted Star
39. With gold or cream, 5 sc in MR, join.
40. For each point: *ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch, sc in next ch, hdc in next, dc in next, sl st in next base sc*. Repeat 5 times.
41. FO and block flat. You may make two stars and sew them together around the top cord for a thicker topper.
Assembly and Finishing
42. Attach the star to the upper support cord. Add a short hanging loop above it.
43. Sew or tie the bell to the bottom of the central cord.
44. If desired, add 3-5 tiny clear beads along the cream edge with sewing thread.
45. Hang the tree for several hours and adjust the spiral while gravity helps it settle.
46. If one level turns too far, place one small hidden tack where the strip overlaps itself