Materials
• DK or light worsted cotton/acrylic yarn in deep forest green, about 45-60 g
• 3.0-3.5 mm crochet hook, or a size that gives a firm fabric
• Gold metallic cord, chain yarn or fine decorative braid, about 1 m / 1 yd
• 8-12 small red beads or mini baubles
• 8-12 small gold beads or mini baubles
• One star charm or ornament, about 4-5 cm (1.5-2 in) across
• One small jingle bell, about 2-3 cm (3/4-1 1/4 in)
• Strong matching yarn, waxed cord or nylon thread for the center support
• Tapestry needle and sewing needle
• Scissors, stitch markers and blocking pins
• Optional: clear sewing thread for nearly invisible bead attachment
Abbreviations
• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• inc = 2 stitches in the same stitch
• st/sts = stitch/stitches
• Row = row
• Rnd = round
• FO = fasten off
Gauge and Pattern Notes
Gauge is not critical, but the fabric should be firm enough to hold a sculptural curve. As a guide, aim for approximately 20-22 sc and 22-24 rows per 10 cm / 4 in with your chosen yarn and hook.
Pattern note: This is an independently written, photo-inspired approximation based on the visible construction in the supplied image. It is not copied from a published pattern. Because yarn, hook size and tension affect how strongly the ribbon curls, small adjustments to the final shaping are expected.
Method
The ornament is made from a long green strip that begins narrow and gradually becomes wider. After the strip is complete, extra stitches are worked along one long edge so the fabric naturally curves. The narrow end becomes the tree tip and the wider end becomes the lower branch. The curved strip is then wrapped around a strong center cord in four to five descending turns, tacked into position, trimmed with gold cord and decorated with beads.
Formation / Construction Plan
1. Crochet the tapered green ribbon from narrow tip to wide base.
2. Shape one long edge with increasing numbers of half double crochets so the strip curls progressively more toward the lower end.
3. Block the ribbon lightly, preserving the natural curve.
4. Prepare the star, hanging loop and a strong center support cord.
5. Wrap the ribbon around the support cord from top to bottom, widening each turn to create the tree silhouette.
6. Secure the spiral at several hidden points, then add gold trim and festive beads.
7. Finish with the star at the top and the bell at the bottom.
Full Pattern
Main Tapered Ribbon
8. With forest green, ch 7.
9. Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 6. Turn.
10. Rows 2-12: Ch 1, sc across 6 sts. Turn.
11. Row 13: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc 4, 2 sc in last st. (8 sts)
12. Rows 14-26: Ch 1, sc across 8 sts. Turn.
13. Row 27: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc 6, 2 sc in last st. (10 sts)
14. Rows 28-40: Ch 1, sc across 10 sts. Turn.
15. Row 41: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc 8, 2 sc in last st. (12 sts)
16. Rows 42-54: Ch 1, sc across 12 sts. Turn.
17. Row 55: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc 10, 2 sc in last st. (14 sts)
18. Rows 56-70: Ch 1, sc across 14 sts. Turn.
19. Row 71: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc 12, 2 sc in last st. (16 sts)
20. Rows 72-88: Ch 1, sc across 16 sts. Do not fasten off yet.
If you want a slightly larger tree, continue another 10-14 rows at 16 sts. If you want a smaller ornament, stop around Row 76-80.
Shaping the Curved Edge
21. Turn the piece so one long side edge is facing you. You will work into the row-end spaces along this edge.
22. Along the first 24 row-ends, work 2 hdc in each row-end space.
23. Along the next 32 row-ends, work 3 hdc in each row-end space.
24. Along the remaining row-ends, work 4 hdc in each row-end space.
25. FO, leaving a long tail. The strip should begin curling by itself, with a gentler curve at the narrow end and a fuller curve at the wide end.
26. Join green to the opposite long edge and work 1 sl st or 1 sc evenly in each row-end to stabilize that edge. FO.
Shaping adjustment: If the ribbon is too flat, add one extra hdc into every third row-end along the outer edge. If it ruffles too strongly, gently steam-block it and stretch the outer edge before assembly.
Optional Crocheted Star
27. With gold or mustard yarn, make a magic ring.
28. Repeat 5 times into the ring: ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, sl st into the ring.
29. Pull the ring closed, join with a sl st and FO.
30. Block the five points. For a firmer topper, make two stars and stitch them together around the edge.
You may use a lightweight metal or wooden star instead, as shown in the reference image.
Hanging Loop and Center Support
31. Cut a 45-50 cm (18-20 in) length of strong cord or doubled yarn.
32. Fold about 14 cm (5.5 in) at the top to create the hanging loop and knot securely.
33. Attach the star directly below the loop.
34. Leave the remaining cord hanging vertically beneath the star. This becomes the hidden center support that keeps the tree straight.
Assembly and Tree Formation
35. Place the narrow end of the green ribbon directly below the star. Sew it firmly to the center support cord with matching yarn.
36. Wrap the ribbon around the support cord to make the first small turn, approximately 3-4 cm (1 1/4-1 1/2 in) wide. Tack the inside edge to the cord.
37. Continue downward, allowing each new turn to sit slightly lower and wider than the previous one. Aim for four to five visible turns.
38. At the broadest lower turn, shape the tree to about 10-12 cm (4-4 3/4 in) wide. The exact width depends on your yarn and tension.
39. Use the long yarn tails plus a few extra sewing stitches to tack neighboring layers together at hidden points. This prevents the spiral from collapsing or twisting sideways.
40. When you are happy with the silhouette, hang the piece for a few minutes and make final spacing adjustments before decorating.
Gold Trim
41. Starting near the top, lay the gold cord along the visible outer edge of the green spiral.
42. Couch it in place with tiny green or clear stitches every 2-3 cm (3/4-1 1/4 in).
43. Follow the full descending spiral so the gold line visually connects every tree tier.
44. At the bottom, secure the cord firmly and hide the end between crochet stitches.
Beads and Mini Baubles
45. Arrange the red and gold beads before sewing so the colors feel balanced from top to bottom.
46. Sew each bead to the outer edge or slightly above it, spacing them irregularly for a natural ornamented-tree look.
47. Use two or three clustered beads on one or two tiers and single beads elsewhere, similar to the reference image.
48. Pull the thread snugly but do not crush or distort the crochet fabric.
Bottom Bell
49. Trim the center support cord so about 3-4 cm (1 1/4-1 1/2 in) remains below the final tree tier.
50. Attach the jingle bell to the cord with a secure knot or jump ring.
51. The bell adds a little weight, helping the tree hang straight and keeping the spiral open.
Finishing and Blocking
52. Pin the tree flat only if necessary; otherwise, hanging is the best way to set the three-dimensional shape.
53. For cotton yarn, lightly steam the ribbon from a distance without pressing it flat. For acrylic, avoid direct heat and use gentle blocking only.
54. Check that the star faces forward, the spiral tiers descend evenly and the bell is centered.
55. Hide every yarn tail inside the thickest parts of the ribbon and secure bead threads with double knots.
56. Because the design includes small beads and a bell, use it as decoration rather than as a toy, and keep it out of reach of very young children and pets.
Optional Variations
• Work the main ribbon in cream or champagne for an elegant neutral tree.
• Use white or silver cord instead of gold for a snowy winter version.
• Replace round beads with tiny crocheted bobbles if you want the entire ornament to be soft.
• Add a short strand of battery-operated micro lights only if they are designed for decorative crafts and remain cool to the touch.
• Make three sizes and hang them together as a window display.
• Skip the bell and add a tassel for a softer farmhouse finish