Free Pattern: Celestial Fireside Bauble with Cosmic Tassels

Free Pattern: Celestial Fireside Bauble with Cosmic Tassels

Introduction

Embrace the warmth of the holiday season with this unique Celestial Fireside Bauble. Featuring cosmic tassels and intricate star motifs, this ornament brings a touch of the universe to your Christmas decor. With its deep navy and silver hues, this bauble is not only a beautiful addition to your tree but also a wonderful handmade gift for loved ones.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: DK weight, metallic shimmer yarn in deep navy and silver
• Hook: 3.5 mm crochet hook
• Fiberfill: For stuffing the bauble
• Scissors: For cutting yarn

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Start with a Magic Ring: Create a magic ring to begin your bauble. This will form the center of your ornament.
2. Round 1: Chain 1, then work 6 single crochets (sc) into the magic ring. You should have a total of 6 stitches. Pull the magic ring tight to close.
3. Round 2: Work 2 single crochets in each stitch around. You will have 12 stitches at the end of this round.
4. Round 3: *Single crochet in the next stitch, then 2 single crochets in the next stitch.* Repeat this pattern around. You will have 18 stitches.
5. Round 4: *Single crochet in the next 2 stitches, then 2 single crochets in the next stitch.* Repeat around for a total of 24 stitches.
6. Round 5: *Single crochet in the next 3 stitches, then 2 single crochets in the next stitch.* Repeat this pattern around. You will have 30 stitches.
7. Rounds 6-10: Single crochet in each stitch around for 5 rounds. This will create the body of the bauble.
8. Round 11: *Single crochet in the next 3 stitches, then single crochet 2 together (sc2tog).* Repeat around. You will have 24 stitches left.
9. Round 12: *Single crochet in the next 2 stitches, then sc2tog.* Repeat around. You will have 18 stitches remaining.
10. Round 13: *Single crochet in the next stitch, then sc2tog.* Repeat around. You will have 12 stitches left.
11. Stuff the Bauble: Take your fiberfill and stuff the bauble until it is firm but not overly stretched.
12. Round 14: Work sc2tog around until you have 6 stitches left. This will close the top of your bauble.
13. Fasten Off: Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Weave the tail through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the bauble. Weave in any loose ends.
14. Create the Cosmic Tassels: Cut 10 strands of silver yarn, each 8 inches long. Fold the strands in half and attach them to the bottom of the bauble using a lark's head knot. Trim the tassels to your desired length.

Your Celestial Fireside Bauble is now complete! Hang it on your tree or gift it to someone special. Enjoy the beauty and warmth it brings to your holiday season!