This crochet flower ball ornament pattern creates a colorful, three-dimensional decoration from small six-petal flowers arranged over a yarn-wrapped Styrofoam ball. Two flower color combinations Aruba Sea with Delft Blue or Perfect Pink with Pumpkin make it easy to coordinate the ornament with your holiday palette. The project is enjoyable for crocheters who like quick motifs, careful assembly, and handmade décor. Display the finished ornament on a tree, seasonal hook, centerpiece, or gift package, or pair it with a crochet bear ornament for a charming handmade collection.
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Project
- Colorful floral texture: Small crocheted flowers cover the ball, creating a cheerful botanical surface rather than a flat ornament.
- Simple flower construction: Each flower uses a compact center and six repeated petals, making the motifs approachable for practicing basic stitches.
- Creative assembly: Pinning the flowers before gluing lets you adjust spacing and balance the arrangement.
- Useful handmade décor: The finished ball can decorate a Christmas tree, seasonal display, wrapped present, or holiday table.
- Two coordinated palettes: The supplied color combinations offer either a cool blue-green look or a bright pink-orange-red version.
Crochet Mimi Tip: Make all of the flowers before beginning assembly so you can compare the motifs, plan their placement, and keep the final surface evenly covered.
How This Crochet Project Comes Together
This project is constructed by assembly rather than by crocheting the entire ball as one piece. You will make 11 Flower A motifs and 11 Flower B motifs for each ornament. The two flower types use the same center structure, but the colors are reversed: Flower A begins with color A and uses color B for the petals, while Flower B begins with color B and uses color A for the petals.
The Styrofoam ball is wrapped completely with color C. After the flowers are made, they are pinned onto the wrapped ball for placement and then glued in position. A chain hanger and chain bow complete the ornament.
The pattern uses chain stitches, single crochet, half double crochet, and slip stitches. The instructions use standard US crochet terminology.
Abbreviations
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- slip st: slip stitch
The same construction can be used for either Ball #1 or Ball #2. A related floral project, such as these crochet bell flower designs, can also provide color inspiration for coordinating handmade decorations.
Materials You’ll Need
For Ball #1
- RED HEART® Super Saver® (Art. E300), 1 skein 505 Aruba Sea (A)
- RED HEART® Super Saver® (Art. E300), 1 skein 885 Delft Blue (B)
- RED HEART® Super Saver® (Art. E300), 1 skein 672 Spring Green (C)
For Ball #2
- RED HEART® Super Saver® (Art. E300), 1 skein 706 Perfect Pink (A)
- RED HEART® Super Saver® (Art. E300), 1 skein 254 Pumpkin (B)
- RED HEART® Super Saver® (Art. E300), 1 skein 319 Cherry Red (C)
Tools and construction supplies
- Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 4.5 mm [US G-6]
- Yarn needle
- Straight pins
- Two 4” (10 cm) Styrofoam® balls
- Fabric glue
Use one complete color combination for each ball. Color C is used to wrap the Styrofoam ball and make the hanger and bow, while colors A and B are exchanged between the two flower types.
Step-by-Step Crochet Instructions
Flower A
Make 11 using the selected color combination.
With A, ch 2.
Round 1 (right side): 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, join with slip st in first sc 6 sc. Fasten off.
Round 2: With right side facing, join B in last sc made, *ch 2, hdc in same st, ch 2, slip st in same st, slip st in next st; repeat from * around, ending with slip st in first st of last round 6 petals. Fasten off.
Each repeat creates one petal. Continue the repeated sequence around the six single crochet stitches until all six petals are formed.
Flower B
Make 11 using the selected color combination.
With B, ch 2.
Round 1 (right side): 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, join with slip st in first sc 6 sc. Fasten off.
Round 2: With right side facing, join A in last sc made, *ch 2, hdc in same st, ch 2, slip st in same st, slip st in next st; repeat from * around, ending with slip st in first st of last round 6 petals. Fasten off.
The center color of Flower B is the petal color used for Flower A, creating a reversed two-color effect across the finished ornament.
Finishing and assembly
With C, wrap yarn around the Styrofoam ball, covering the entire ball.
Before gluing on the flowers, attach flowers to the ball with straight pins for placement.
Add glue to the back of center and petals of each flower, glue to the yarn-wrapped ball.
Straight pins can be used to hold flowers in place while drying.
Work gradually around the ball so the flowers remain evenly distributed. Pinning first is important because it allows you to reposition motifs before applying glue. For another floral arrangement idea, see this crochet daffodil bouquet pattern for inspiration on combining bright botanical colors.
Hanger
With C, ch 24. Fasten off.
Fold chain in half and attach ends to the top of the ball.
Weave in ends.
Attach both ends securely at the top so the ornament hangs evenly. Keep the folded loop centered before finishing the ends.
Bow
With C, ch 52. Fasten off.
Tie the chain in a bow around the base of the hanger.
Trim yarn at the ends of the chain.
The bow should sit directly below the hanger attachment. Adjust the loops and trim the chain ends evenly for a neat finish.
Ways to Display Your Finished Crochet
- Christmas tree ornament: Hang the flower ball among solid-color baubles to add texture and handmade detail.
- Gift decoration: Tie it onto a wrapped present as a reusable ornament and keepsake.
- Seasonal bowl display: Arrange one or more ornaments in a decorative bowl, keeping them away from areas where they may be crushed.
- Table centerpiece: Place the ornament on a small stand or nest it among other holiday decorations.
- Coordinated handmade collection: Combine both supplied colorways for a brighter, multicolor display.
- Floral-themed décor: Pair the ornament with handmade roses, such as these beginner-friendly crochet red roses, for a unified botanical arrangement.
Caring for Your Crochet Project
Because the ornament is built around a Styrofoam ball and secured with fabric glue, handle it as a decorative object rather than a washable textile.
- Dust gently with a soft, dry brush or a clean microfiber cloth.
- For a small spot, dab carefully with a barely damp cloth instead of soaking the ornament.
- Avoid machine washing, submerging, or vigorous rubbing.
- Keep the ornament away from excessive heat, which may affect the Styrofoam, glue, or yarn.
- Store it in a dry container with enough room that the petals are not compressed.
- Place tissue paper around the ornament if storing several decorations together.
- Check the hanger and flower attachments before displaying it again.
Tips for Better Results
- Keep the small centers compact. Work the six single crochet stitches evenly into the second chain so the center remains neat and the petals distribute smoothly.
- Watch the right side. Round 2 begins with the right side facing, and the color change should be made in the last single crochet made.
- Count six petals. Each flower should finish with six petals. Counting the repeated sequence helps prevent skipped center stitches.
- Fasten off cleanly. Since every flower is a separate motif, secure each color change and weave in ends neatly so they do not interfere with assembly.
- Plan the placement first. Pin all flowers temporarily before gluing. Rotate the ball as you work to check for open spaces and crowded areas.
- Glue the centers and petals. Applying fabric glue to both areas helps the motifs sit securely against the yarn-wrapped surface.
- Let the structure stay undisturbed while drying. Straight pins can hold flowers in position until the glue has set.
- Center the hanger. Fold the 24-chain hanger evenly before attaching it so the ornament does not tilt when suspended.
Color and Styling Variations
The approved pattern provides two color combinations, but the flower arrangement can be styled in several optional ways.
- Use Ball #1 for a cool palette with Aruba Sea, Delft Blue, and Spring Green.
- Use Ball #2 for a vivid palette combining Perfect Pink, Pumpkin, and Cherry Red.
- Make one ornament in each colorway and display them together for contrast.
- Arrange the flowers in alternating color patterns rather than placing similar motifs next to one another.
- Use the finished balls with other crochet floral décor, such as a decorative mandala doily; this beginner-friendly mandala crochet doily can inspire a coordinating display surface.
- If you substitute yarn, remember that a different yarn thickness or hook size may change the flower size, the amount of coverage, and how well the motifs fit the 4” ball. Treat substitutions as optional and check the arrangement before gluing.
Do not change the number of flowers, chain lengths, or stitch instructions unless you are intentionally designing a different version.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this crochet flower ball ornament beginner-friendly?
The individual flowers use basic stitches and a short two-round construction. Beginners should be comfortable with fastening off, changing colors, joining with slip stitches, and carefully assembling separate motifs.
How many flowers are needed for one ball?
Make 11 Flower A motifs and 11 Flower B motifs, for a total of 22 crocheted flowers per ball.
Which colors are used for the flowers?
For Flower A, the center is worked with A and the petals with B. For Flower B, the center is worked with B and the petals with A. Use either the Ball #1 or Ball #2 color combination.
What hook size does the pattern use?
Use a Susan Bates® Crochet Hook measuring 4.5 mm [US G-6].
Can the colors be changed?
Yes, color changes are suitable as an optional styling choice. Preserve the A-and-B reversal between Flower A and Flower B if you want the same two-color effect.
How are the flowers attached to the ball?
First wrap the Styrofoam ball completely with color C. Then pin the flowers in place for arrangement. Add fabric glue to the back of each flower’s center and petals, press the flowers onto the wrapped ball, and use straight pins to hold them while drying.
How is the hanger made?
With C, ch 24 and fasten off. Fold the chain in half, attach the ends to the top of the ball, and weave in the ends.
How is the bow made?
With C, ch 52 and fasten off. Tie the chain in a bow around the base of the hanger, then trim the yarn at the ends of the chain.
Can the finished ornament be washed?
Washing and soaking are not appropriate for this assembled decoration because it contains a Styrofoam ball and fabric glue. Dust it gently and spot-clean with care when necessary.
Conclusion
This crochet flower ball ornament combines simple six-petal motifs with colorful, hands-on assembly to create a cheerful handmade decoration. Make one supplied colorway or both, then display the finished ornaments on a tree, table, package, or seasonal arrangement. For additional pattern inspiration, explore this Red Heart flower ball ornament pattern and these crochet Christmas ball ornament tutorials.
