Leisure Arts Vintage Victorian Thread Crochet Pattern Christmas Tree Ornaments

Tammy is a paralegal, an experienced freelance writer, a mother of four, and a crochet enthusiast.

A vintage crochet angel brings a sense of nostalgia for the holidays.

Tammy Consume

The Art of Crochet

Whether you crochet for the beloved of the fine art, to relax, or for your small business concern, the craft has been passed downwardly from generation to generation since the early 1800s. In the early days, crochet patterns were not written but passed down past watching someone and copying their stitches. In the late 1800s, crochet patterns were carved into portable blocks of woods and swapped amongst crafters.

Today, crochet patterns are thankfully more convenient to find and share. I'k happy to share this projection with you lot and hope you enjoy making these fiddling angels.

What You'll Need

• sixty yards of size five cotton thread
• Size seven claw
• White crafting glue
• ane" styrofoam ball
• 4" styrofoam cone
• Ribbon and embellishments

Get creative with the decorations! Yous could fifty-fifty make a halo to adorn the top of your vintage angel.

Side View of Crochet Angel Ornament

Tammy Swallow

Instructions

Finished size: 3 1/2 inches tall

1000: Rounds 1-2= 1"

Head, Body of Angel:

Chain 5, sideslip sew together to form a band.

R 1: Chain 3 (offset half double crochet, chain one). @1 half double crochet in ring, chain 1. Repeat from @ten times. Slip stitch in second chain of chain 3 to join= 11 half double crochet.

R 2: Skid stitch to get-go concatenation 1 space. Concatenation 2, 1 half double crochet in same space. @2 half double crochet in side by side chain 1 space. Repeat from @ effectually= 22 half double crochet. Practise non join, but piece of work in continuous rounds.

R 3-8: Work 1 one-half double crochet in each half double crochet around. Join at end of 8th round. Slip in 1" styrofoam ball.

R 9: Chain 2, skip 1 half double crochet. @ane half double crochet in next half double crochet, skip ane one-half double crochet. Repeat from @ 10 times. Slip stitch in top of concatenation 2 to join= 11 one-half double crochet.

R 10: Chain 3 (showtime double crochet), i double crochet in the same stitch as sideslip stitch. @2 double crochet in next one-half double crochet. Repeat from @ effectually. Slip sew together in top of chain 3 to join= 22 double crochet.

R 11-13: Chain three. Piece of work ane double crochet in each double crochet effectually. Slip stitch in top of concatenation 3 to join.

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R 14: Concatenation 3, ane double crochet in the same sew as the split sew. ane double crochet in adjacent double crochet. @2 double crochet in next double crochet, 1 double crochet in next double crochet. Repeat from @ effectually. Skid sew together in top of chain 3 to bring together= 33 double crochet.

R 15: Chain 1, single crochet in the aforementioned stitch equally slip stitch. *Chain five, skip two double crochet, single crochet in adjacent double crochet. Echo from @ 10 times. Chain 2, 1 double crochet in first single crochet to join= 11 chain 5 loops.

R 16: Single crochet in joining loop. Chain 3. @ Single crochet in next loop, chain 3. Repeat from @ effectually. Slip run up in first single crochet to join.

R 17: Chain iii, 1 double crochet in the same stitch as sideslip sew. Piece of work i double crochet in each remaining stitch around. Join= 45 double crochet.

R eighteen: Chain 1, single crochet in the same stitch as slip stitch. @ Chain 5 skip 2 double crochet, single crochet in next double crochet. Repeat from @ 14 times. Concatenation 2, 1 double crochet in first single crochet to bring together= 15 bondage 5 loops.

R nineteen- 23: Unmarried crochet in joining l00p. @ Chain 5, unmarried crochet in next loop. Echo from @ 14 times. Chain ii, one double crochet in first unmarried crochet to bring together.

R 24: Single crochet in joining loop. Chain 3. @ Single crochet in next loop, chain iii. Echo from @ around. Slip sew together in first single crochet to bring together.

R 25: Chain iii. Work ane double crochet in each sew around. Join = threescore double crochet.

R 26: Concatenation ane, single crochet in the same stitch equally slip stitch. @ Chain 5, skip ii double crochet, single crochet in next double crochet. Repeat from @ xix times. Concatenation 2, 1 double crochet in first single crochet to bring together= 20 concatenation and five loops.

R 27: Single crochet in joining loop. Chain ii. @Unmarried crochet in next loop, chain 2. Repeat from @ around. Slip sew in start single crochet to bring together.

R 28: Chain three, i double crochet in each stitch around. End off.

Sleeves (brand 2)

Chain 5, sideslip stitch to class a band.

R 1: Chain 4 (first double crochet, chain i). @1 double crochet in band, chain i. Repeat from @ seven times. Slip stitch in tertiary chain of chain 4 to join= viii double crochet.

R 2-4: Chain 4. @one double crochet in side by side double crochet, chain 1. Repeat from @ around. Skid stitch in 3rd chain of concatenation four to join.

R 5: Concatenation one, single crochet in the same stitch as skid run up. Piece of work i unmarried crochet in each sew together around. Slip stitch in first single crochet to bring together= sixteen single crochet.

R six: Chain 3, 1 double crochet in the same stitch as skid sew. Chain 1. @ Skip 1 unmarried crochet, 2 double crochet in next single crochet, concatenation 1. Repeat from @ around. Slip stitch in top of concatenation 3 to bring together.

R 7-8: Concatenation iii, ane double crochet in next double crochet. Chain 2. @1 double crochet in each side by side 2 double crochet, concatenation ii. Repeat from @ around. Join.

R 9: Concatenation iii. 1 double crochet in adjacent double crochet. Chain 3. @ane double crochet in each of next two double crochet, chain 3. Repeat from @ around. Join.

R ten: Concatenation 1, single crochet in the aforementioned stitch as slip stitch. Piece of work 1 single crochet in each sew together around. Join. Finish off.

Wings: (make 2)

Chain 18 (2")

LEVEL 1: Work 1 single crochet in second chain from hook. Work 1 stitch in each remaining chain equally follows: 4 unmarried crochet, iii half double crochet, 2 double crochet, 2 triple crochet, two double triple crochet, 1 triple crochet, i double crochet, and 1 single crochet.

LEVEL 2: Chain 1, plow. Single crochet in the same stitch while turning. Piece of work 1 single crochet in each of next xiv stitches.

LEVEL three: Chain i, turn. Skid stitch in the same sew together equally turning. Skid sew together in next unmarried crochet. Single crochet in next single crochet. Concatenation 3, skip 1 single crochet, single crochet in next single crochet 6 times for 6 chains and 3 loops.

LEVEL iv: Concatenation i, plow. Skid stitch in first concatenation three loops, single crochet in the aforementioned loop. Chain 3, unmarried crochet in next loop four times. Finish off.

The Blocking Process:

Shape tiptop of 4 inches of the cone. Mensurate down ane inch from the tip of the cone. Mold the tip until it forms a direct tube about 2/3" across by ane" high. Saturate the body of the angel with stiffening solution and pivot it to the cone.

• Blocking refers to giving a crocheted item a three-dimensional shape by forming it over an object and allowing it to dry out in that contour. Common things used to structure a crocheted piece are straws, styrofoam balls, and styrofoam cones. To block effectively, yous demand to saturate the crocheted detail with stiffening solution. While information technology's wet, pivot it to the ball or cone. Make certain each slice is straightened, including the loops and seams. The crocheted project must stay on the brawl or cone until it is completely dry.

Completed Vintage Affections Ornament

Tammy Swallow

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Vintage Crochet Inspiration

Jo Cauldrick from Isle of Wight on November 02, 2016:

She's completely delightful and looks gorgeous with the fairy lights shining through the lace. Gorgeous project.

pal on Dec 06, 2015:

Deplorable merely I think this is not the right blueprint. I 'thousand trying crocheting but it doesn't look like the moving picture. Could you lot revise it delight? the angel in the picture is very very cute! :) thank you lot

Carol Wilkinson on September 30, 2014:

Is this design for the pictured angel? Merely washed crocheting it and information technology didn't turn out to look anything like this one. The i in the flick is very pretty.

Tammy (author) from N Carolina on December 13, 2013:

Thank you so much for visiting Heidithorne!

Heidi Thorne from Chicago Area on December 11, 2013:

I made some of these kinds of ornaments years ago and loved doing information technology. I'll have to attempt this pattern. Lovely! Voted up and beautiful!

Tammy (author) from Due north Carolina on Dec 11, 2013:

Thanks so much Flourish Anyway. I appreciate your kindness.

FlourishAnyway from U.s.a. on Dec eleven, 2013:

Then pretty and fragile. You are very talented.

Tammy (author) from North Carolina on November 18, 2013:

Thanks Tamara!

Tamara - Moogly on November xviii, 2013:

Beautiful, thank y'all for sharing it! I featured it this morn on Moogly: http://www.mooglyblog.com/complimentary-crochet-affections-patte...

mizjo from New York Metropolis, NY on Dec 19, 2012:

Wow, cute! You know, Tammy, when my kids were little, about donkeys years ago, I used to knit near of their sweaters, hats and gloves but simply ever crocheted a small pot-holder. That's how talented a crocheter I am! It's time I tried again, and with Christmas a week abroad, I'll take to hurry to end that sweetness petty angel. Thank you for the petty push!

Connie Smith from Southern Tier New York State on December 14, 2012:

I love your crocheted angel! I used to crochet all the time; I'll have to hunt upwards my crochet hook and some cotton. This looks like a lot of fun. Y'all certainly did a wonderfully thorough job of explaining all the steps, including the very important blocking process. Voted Upwardly and Beautiful.

Claudia Mitchell on December 12, 2012:

I totally missed this hub! I dearest this projection, unfortunately I cannot crochet to relieve my life. I honey Christmas crafts then this is getting a big share. Thanks.

Tammy (writer) from North Carolina on Dec ten, 2012:

Thank you so much for reading and sharing. I love vintage décor and information technology can exist hard to discover. It is sometimes easier to make information technology. :)

Sharon Smith from Northeast Ohio The states on Dec 09, 2012:

This is adorable. I love the fact that I can crochet and actually do empathise the pattern. But I oasis't washed it in a long time. This would be a fun project. And all the ornaments on my tree are white as well, and then this angel would fit correct in. Sharing this where I tin can, information technology'southward a great hub Tammy!

Tammy (author) from North Carolina on December 09, 2012:

Thank you and then much Barbara Kay!

Tammy (author) from Northward Carolina on December 09, 2012:

Thanks so much Midget! I appreciate you reading this and all your sharing!

Barbara Badder from U.s.a. on Dec 09, 2012:

Tammy, This is beautiful. I shared the link on my group.

Michelle Liew from Singapore on December 08, 2012:

Tammy, this is.....absolutely FABULOUS, and I agree, y'all are such a talent!! Cheers for sharing this, and I'll pass information technology on.

raciniwa from Talisay City, Cebu on December 06, 2012:

wonderful...but i really don't have the talent...

Joseph De Cross from New York on December 06, 2012:

I'thou helpless in commenting, because this is not my thingy thing. How can I add together a scientific analysis to a slap-up art arts and crafts? Simply in awe, by your creativity Tammy! Promise you accept a wonderful Christmas!

Life Under Structure from Neverland on December 06, 2012:

Wow this is so beautiful amazing craft Tammy. Im e'er a fan of your beautiful masterpieces

Sherry Hewins from Sierra Foothills, CA on December 05, 2012:

Pretty, thanks for the costless pattern and detailed instructions.

Tammy (author) from North Carolina on December 05, 2012:

Thank you for your wonderful comment donnah75. I am sure you tin can chief this. :)

Aurelio Locsin from Orange County, CA on Dec 04, 2012:

This quite unique and perfect for a traditional Christmas or as an accent for more modern decorations. I like the positioning of the Christmas light behind i of the pics, to emphasize the halo issue. Voting this Up and Useful.

Donna Hilbrandt from Upstate New York on December 04, 2012:

I am in awe. Information technology has been a few years since I picked up my crochet hook, and even back then all I managed was a blanket, a scarf and a lid. The angel is lovely. Maybe with a picayune practice I could figure out how to make one for next year;)

Tammy (author) from Due north Carolina on December 04, 2012:

Thanks and so much for reading and commenting always exploring. I honey vintage items so I love the victorian boots and shoes too. :)

Cynthia Calhoun from Western NC on December 04, 2012:

Beautiful! One of these days I'll acquire to crochet. :) I love the pictures. Many votes and pinned.

Cerise Jean Richert from Southern Illinois on December 04, 2012:

Information technology must feel wonderful to exist able to crochet. I am not into any kind of needlework, but my sis is, she will savour this. I esp. liked the kicking. I am a collector of porcelain boots and shoes. Cheers for sharing.

Ruchira from United States on December 03, 2012:

You are and so talented Tammy.

This affections is then precious only like your infant girl.

I wished I knew how to practice it though. Just, ane fine 24-hour interval...when the fourth dimension will come up I am confident that I shall start just as I started knitting.

Shared across. Voted upwardly as b.

Tammy (author) from Northward Carolina on December 03, 2012:

Thanks so much for visiting Randomcreative!

Rose Clearfield from Milwaukee, Wisconsin on December 03, 2012:

Just beautiful! What a sweet Christmas projection. Cheers for the free pattern.

Tammy (writer) from North Carolina on December 02, 2012:

How do you always manage to be the first to comment? Amazing! At that place is and then much nostalgia in vintage items and I think that is why people beloved them so. Thanks then much for reading. :)

Bill Kingdom of the netherlands from Olympia, WA on December 02, 2012:

You are just so talented! These are really cool, and so much better than store-bought decorations. We still have some crocheted decorations that my grandma made many decades ago. Great suggestion, Tammy!

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