Ideal for those with basic crocheting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.
Fits nicely into a free afternoon — 2 to 5 hours of focused, enjoyable crocheting.
Festive fun for the season, bringing handmade magic to celebrations and creating new family traditions.
These delicate designs make the perfect heirloom-quality gift toppers or window decorations that you'll look forward to bringing out year after year as part of your festive tradition.
I honestly love how meditative these are once you get the rhythm of the clusters down. There’s something so satisfying about working with that tiny bit of sparkle in the yarn—it really makes the lace pop! Plus, finishing a whole set gives you such a sense of accomplishment for your holiday decorating.
I’ve always felt that snowflakes are the ultimate test of a crocheter’s patience and precision, but the payoff is so incredibly worth it. There’s a specific kind of joy that comes from seeing a crumpled, lacey mess transform into a crisp, geometric masterpiece after a bit of starch and steam. I remember one year I stayed up late making a dozen of these while a real blizzard swirled outside—it felt like I was bringing the magic indoors without the cold!
For these specific patterns, my biggest piece of advice is to not fear the starch. I know some folks prefer a natural look, but for these intricate points to really sing, they need that extra support. If you're using the sparkle yarn suggested, the way the light catches the metallic thread through the stiffened lace is just breathtaking. Try hanging them at different heights in a window to catch the morning sun. You can even add a tiny bead to the center of Snowflake 3 for an extra bit of festive flair. Happy hooking, friends!
Bring the quiet beauty of a winter snowfall into your home with these three distinct snowflake designs. Each one offers a different level of detail, from bold and graphic to delicate and lacy, so you can create a varied collection that looks stunning on a tree or strung into a festive garland. You'll love working with the shimmering yarn to bring these icy treasures to life, and the rhythmic stitches make for a truly relaxing afternoon of crafting. Get your hook ready and let's make some winter magic together!
Create a foundation by making 6 ch, then sl st into the first ch to form your center ring.
*ch 4. [yoh twice and pull up a loop in the ring. (yoh and pull through 2 loops) twice] repeat the bracketed steps twice. yoh and pull through all remaining loops on your hook to finish the tr-cluster. ch 4. sl st into the ring. repeat from * 5 more times. Fasten off.
ch 3. Join your yarn with a sl st to the top of that first tr-cluster. (ch 9. sl st into the same spot as your last sl st. ch 3. sl st into the top of the next tr-cluster) repeat this 5 times. ch 9. sl st in the same spot. Finish by making a sl st into the first ch.
ch 1. *Work 1 sc into each of the next 3 ch. In the following ch-9 loop, work [3 sc, ch 3, 3 sc, ch 3, 3 sc, ch 3, 3 sc]. repeat from * 5 more times. sl st into the first sc to join and fasten off.
Join your yarn with a sl st into the first ch-3 sp. ch 1. Work 2 sc in that same sp. *Work 1 sc into each of the next 3 sc. In the next ch-3 sp, work (1 sc, ch 3, 1 dc, ch 3, sl st, ch 4, 2 tr, ch 4, sl st, ch 3, 1 dc, ch 3, 1 sc). Work 1 sc into each of the next 3 sc. Work 2 sc into the next ch-3 sp. ch 4. In the 2nd ch from your hook, work (1 hdc, ch 2, sl st). ch 2. Skip the next 9 sc. Work 2 sc into the next ch-3 sp. repeat from * 5 more times. Fasten off.
Start with 7 ch and sl st into the first ch to close the ring.
ch 1. (Work 3 sc, then ch 9) repeat this 6 times inside the ring. sl st into the first sc to join and fasten off.
Join your yarn with a sl st in any ch-9 loop. ch 3. In that same loop, work (2 dc, ch 3, 3 dc). [ch 1. In the next ch-9 loop, work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc)] repeat this 5 times. ch 1. sl st into the top of your starting ch-3.
sl st back into the previous ch-1 sp. ch 1. Work 1 sc in that same sp. *ch 1. Work 6 dc in the next ch-3 sp. ch 6. sl st into the first ch of that ch-6. Turn your work. (ch 4, 2 tr, ch 4, sl st) repeat 3 times into the ch-6 loop you just made to create the top cluster. Turn your work back to the front. Work 6 dc into the same ch-3 sp where you made the first 6 dc. ch 1. Work 1 sc in the next ch-1 sp. repeat from * 5 more times. Fasten off.
Make 6 ch and sl st into the first ch to form the ring.
ch 6 (this counts as your first dc and a ch-3 sp). (Work 1 dc, then ch 3) repeat 11 times into the ring. sl st into the 3rd ch of your starting ch-6. You should have 12 spaces.
sl st into the first ch-3 sp. ch 3. (yoh, pull up a loop, yoh and pull through 2 loops) twice in that same sp. yoh and pull through all 3 loops to make your beg cluster. [ch 5. In the next ch-3 sp, work a 3-dc cluster] repeat 11 times. ch 5. sl st into the top of the beg cluster.
Round 3 alternates between a long decorative point and a shorter one. Keep a close eye on the working down steps to ensure your points stay symmetrical.
(sl st, ch 1, 1 sc, ch 5, 1 sc) into the first ch-5 sp. * (sl st, ch 3, cluster) into the next cluster. (ch 3, then make a cluster in the top of the one you just finished) repeat twice. (ch 3, sl st, ch 6, sl st, ch 3, sl st) all into the top of the last cluster. Working back down: (ch 3, sl st into the base of the cluster) 3 times. Work (1 sc, ch 5, 1 sc) in the next ch-5 sp. (sl st, ch 3, cluster) in the next cluster. (ch 3, sl st, ch 6, sl st, ch 3, sl st) into the top of that cluster. Work ch 3, then sl st into the base of the cluster. (1 sc, ch 5, 1 sc) into the next ch-5 sp. repeat from * 4 more times, then repeat the steps from * once more. sl st into the first sc and fasten off.
Securely weave in all your yarn tails on the back of each snowflake. Pin each snowflake to the measurements provided (7, 8.5, or 10 inches) on a blocking mat. Apply spray starch generously if you want a stiff finish, then lightly steam iron to set the shape.
Whether you're decorating a towering tree or looking for that perfect handmade touch for your holiday cards, these snowflakes bring a bit of winter wonder to every corner of your home. I hope you enjoy the rhythm of the clusters and the satisfaction of seeing each point take shape. Don't forget to take your time with the blocking—it’s where the real magic happens! I can't wait to see your shimmering creations hanging in your windows this season. Happy crocheting and stay cozy! 🧶✨❄️
You certainly can! Using a thinner crochet thread will result in tiny, delicate flakes, while a thicker worsted weight yarn will make them much larger—perfect for a wall hanging or a table centerpiece.
No worries! You can simply spray them heavily with starch or a glue-water mixture and let them air dry completely while pinned. It just takes a bit longer than steaming.
Metallic threads can sometimes be a bit scratchy. Try loosening your tension slightly or using a small dab of hand lotion to help the yarn glide more smoothly over your skin.
Not at all! Crochet lace often looks a bit messy right off the hook. Blocking is like magic for snowflakes—it will pull all those stitches into their perfect geometric positions.
