Crochet bells can be delicate, playful or beautifully simple. Some are open ornaments that show light through their stitches, while others are flat motifs or soft little characters. That variety makes the bell a useful seasonal theme even when you want a collection with more than one texture or silhouette.
These eighteen ideas each lead to a distinct complete project from its original designer or publisher. Access and size notes explain which references are free to read, which require an account and which are paid PDFs. The generated photographs suggest colors and styling; they are not designer photographs or exact reproductions of the linked patterns. Always compare the original project photos before choosing.
No project in this article has been personally crocheted or tested by us. Size and shape depend on yarn, hook, tension, finishing and, for some lace designs, shaping or stiffening. These are decorative projects, not baby toys. Keep small bells, beads, buttons, hanging loops and stiffened pieces away from babies and young children, and keep yarn decorations away from flames and heat sources. A crocheted bell shape does not necessarily ring; a separate sound-making component is optional in several patterns. Prices and access arrangements can change.
1.) Fay Lyth's Bow-Topped Bell
Mustard yellow and a generous red bow make a small bell instantly festive. Fay Lyth's design has a simple rounded body with a decorative lower edge, so the color contrast can do most of the visual work. Keep the bow neatly centered and choose a quiet hanging cord if you want the silhouette to stay clear against greenery. Read the finishing section before deciding whether to add the optional sound-making bell inside. Our illustration changes the exact bow proportions, rim and hanging arrangement. The designer's photographs remain the guide to the actual shape, and the stated height includes the bow rather than measuring only the body. The illustrated yarn clapper is a styling addition; the pattern's optional insert is a separate jingle bell.
Pattern: Fay Lyth's Bow-Topped Bell by Fay Lyth / Stitch by Fay. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern in US terms; DK cotton and 2.5 mm hook. About 6.5 cm tall including the bow. Optional jingle bell; bow instructions included.
2.) Rebecca Harmon's Ribbed Bell
Raised ribs give an otherwise quiet cream bell enough texture to stand out without extra embroidery. Rebecca Harmon's project uses post stitches and a shaped lower edge, making it a good candidate when you want the crochet itself to provide the ornament. Compare the different yarn options before choosing a scale; the designer does not present them as interchangeable materials producing an identical size. A cranberry ribbon adds contrast without hiding the surface. The image proposes its own rib spacing, shade and small metal insert, so it should be read as styling inspiration. Follow the downloaded file for the precise stitch arrangement and measurements of your chosen version.
Pattern: Rebecca Harmon's Ribbed Bell by Rebecca Harmon. Access and fit: Free English PDF listed as a Ravelry download; sign-in may be required. US terms. Options use worsted, sport or size-10 thread, with different hooks; listed finished sizes vary by material. These are options within one project.
3.) Cilla Richards' Padded Blue Bell
A blue bell with gold edging offers a cooler alternative to the familiar red-and-green palette. Cilla Richards' construction is especially useful if you prefer a padded silhouette over a hollow three-dimensional cup. Its joined panels give the ornament a clear outline that can be appreciated on a branch or photographed against wrapping paper. Choose a contrasting edge with enough definition to frame the shape, but avoid a bulky yarn that overwhelms the small body. Our illustration changes the exact blue, trim and placement. The linked project uses two worked-flat pieces, so do not expect it to behave like an open bell with a swinging interior.
Pattern: Cilla Richards' Padded Blue Bell by Cilla Richards / Cilla Crochets. Access and fit: Paid English PDF on Ravelry; purchase/account access may be required. A free website version is also advertised. US terms; two flat pieces joined and lightly stuffed; approximately 8 cm high by 6 cm wide in DK yarn.
4.) May Shehab's Multicolor Textured Bell
Small rounds of wine, cream and soft green make a textured bell feel lively without using bright primary colors. May Shehab's project is a useful starting point for a carefully edited multicolor ornament, especially if you enjoy selecting related leftover shades. Arrange the yarns in the order you plan to use them before beginning so one dark round does not dominate unexpectedly. A plain ribbon and warm lights can support the colorwork without adding more detail. Our illustration invents the exact color sequence and relief. Read the complete project and its material notes carefully, including the listing ambiguity identified below, rather than inferring instructions from this photograph.
Pattern: May Shehab's Multicolor Textured Bell by May Shehab / Start Crochet. Access and fit: Paid English PDF through Ravelry; purchase/account access may be required. Designer advertises a free web version. US terms; DK yarn, about 5 cm high. Listing materials text includes an unrelated 'scarf' phrase; confirm the downloaded pattern's materials instead of treating that wording as bell instructions.
5.) Sabrina Boscolo's Amigurumi Bells
Red and ivory make a small pair of rounded bells feel coordinated even when their colors are reversed. Sabrina Boscolo's project offers two shapes within one pattern, giving you a choice without needing to count each version as a separate design. Read the file first to see which silhouette suits your preferred yarn and display. The publisher does not give one fixed finished measurement, so avoid assuming these will match the size of another bell in the collection. Our front-facing illustration suggests a palette and grouping rather than revealing exact construction or an interior. Use the designer's original photographs to choose between the included shapes.
Pattern: Sabrina Boscolo's Amigurumi Bells by Sabrina Boscolo. Access and fit: Free two-page English PDF through LoveCrafts; the download leads to an account/sign-in route. US terms; DK/light-worsted listed, optional 12 mm bell. Two shapes belong to one project and count once. No fixed finished measurement stated.
6.) Niamh Holcroft's Clement Lace Bell
A larger ivory lace bell can serve as a focal ornament rather than blending into a group of tiny decorations. Clement's thread-based design calls for thoughtful finishing, so allow time and a suitable shaping form before planning where it will hang. Openwork looks especially clear against a darker background, where the spaces become part of the pattern's visual effect. Keep any ribbon narrow enough that it does not obscure the crown. Our illustration uses its own lace arrangement and display setting; it is not a chart preview. Follow Niamh Holcroft's finishing instructions and check the full measurements, which are substantially larger than several other bells here.
Pattern: Niamh Holcroft's Clement Lace Bell by Niamh Holcroft / Woolly Chicken Crafts. Access and fit: Paid English PDF on Ravelry; purchase/account access may be required. US terms; thread and 2 mm hook, about 14 cm high and 16 cm across the base in the designer's example. Shaping/stiffening and a small craft bell are part of the finishing notes.
7.) Simply Made by Erin's Rustic Bell
A warm taupe bell in a tape-style yarn creates a different mood from fine cotton lace. Erin Hansen's design is a useful reference when you want an earthy ornament with a more substantial surface and several size choices. The specified held-together yarn arrangement matters to the look, so check the full material notes before substituting a single conventional strand. Pair the finished bell with understated greenery or plain timber to keep the texture visible. The image proposes a rustic color, loop and setting, not an exact match to the designer's sample. The three available sizes are variations of this one project, not separate patterns in the article. The bead clapper shown is a styling choice; check the PDF's finishing options.
Pattern: Simply Made by Erin's Rustic Bell by Erin Hansen / Simply Made by Erin. Access and fit: Paid English PDF on Ravelry; purchase/account access may be required; a free blog version is advertised. US terms; two strands of Lion Brand Rewind with 8 mm hook. Small/medium/large about 3/3.5/4 inches tall, with widths about 2.75/3.75/4.75 inches; count once.
8.) Susanna Biaye's Metallic Bell Ornament
A softly reflective champagne yarn can make a small bell feel dressed up without adding beads or elaborate trim. Susanna Biaye's listing names a metallic-effect yarn, so start by deciding whether you want that gentle sheen or a completely matte substitute. Examine the strand in daylight as well as under warm evening lighting, since the surface may read quite differently. A deep blue backdrop makes a pale metallic bell easy to see. Our illustration changes the exact silhouette, finish and hanging treatment. Because the listing is inconsistent about size options, use the full file or ask the designer before planning a precisely matched set. The illustrated clapper treatment is also a styling choice to compare with the designer's finishing guidance.
Pattern: Susanna Biaye's Metallic Bell Ornament by Susanna Biaye. Access and fit: Paid English PDF on Ravelry; purchase/account access may be required. US terms; Hobbii Metallico, 5 mm hook. The listing's size field says one size but its description mentions small/medium/large; confirm options and dimensions in the PDF or with the designer. Count once.
9.) Vendula Maderska's Little Christmas Bell
White cotton with a bright green rim gives a small bell a crisp, cheerful outline. Vendula Maderska's compact project is appealing when you like a familiar bell shape with a little color at the edge rather than an all-over multicolor surface. Choose the edging shade alongside any button or ribbon so the details feel intentional. The original page includes finishing materials that can change both appearance and handling, so decide what you need before assembling the ornament. Our image changes the exact green, decoration and hanging pose. It is a palette suggestion rather than a reproduction of the designer's sample or a promise about the finished scale.
Pattern: Vendula Maderska's Little Christmas Bell by Vendula Maderska / Magic with Hook and Needles. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern in English with US stitch abbreviations; sport mercerized cotton and 3 mm hook. Approximately 5 cm tall, varying with materials and tension. Small jingle bells, beads and buttons appear in the finishing materials.
10.) Raffamusa's Flat Bells and Bow
A pair of flat bells with one contrasting bow makes a useful motif for a handmade card or seasonal fabric project. Raffaella Tassoni's applique design gives the bell theme a different role from the hanging domes in this collection. Keep the backing simple so the outline remains readable, especially when two bells overlap. A yellow-and-gray pairing with a warm rust bow can feel festive without relying on red. Our illustration changes the colors, overlap and card arrangement; the card itself is a styling prop and is not included as a separate pattern. Follow the original assembly guidance for the actual bell and bow shapes.
Pattern: Raffamusa's Flat Bells and Bow by Raffaella Tassoni / RaffamusaDesigns. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern in US terms, including the bow; optional paid printable through the designer's shops. Sport cotton and 2.5 mm hook give each bell about 4.6 cm by 4.6 cm. Flat appliques, not hollow bells.
11.) Raji's Simple Cotton Bell
A simple red cotton bell with a pale contrasting edge can bring a clear, traditional note to a holiday display. Rajeshwari Singh's project is a useful option when you want a straightforward shape that leaves room for your own restrained color choice. Read the yarn description carefully: a regional ply label does not always translate directly into the same thickness everywhere. Compare a small sample with the intended scale before making several. The illustration proposes its own rim, clapper appearance and setting. Consult the designer's original photographs and complete project file for construction rather than assuming the image supplies the exact edging or interior details.
Pattern: Raji's Simple Cotton Bell by Rajeshwari Singh / Raji's Craft Hobby. Access and fit: Paid English PDF through Ravelry; purchase/account access may be required. A free blog version and video are advertised. US terms; listing specifies 4-ply cotton, 4 mm hook and approximately 3 inches. Decorative bell or beads listed.
12.) Sara Sach's Flat Country Bell
A flat striped bell can bring a relaxed country mood to a branch or a wrapped gift. Sara Sach's project is worked in rows, making it a different construction choice from the round-based hollow bells elsewhere in this article. Choose cotton with a color repeat you like, then check how the stripes fall across a small motif rather than assuming they will be evenly spaced. A button can act as a visual finishing detail without turning the piece into a hollow sound-making bell. Our illustration changes the stripe sequence, button and ribbon. The original photos and row-based instructions are the reference for its actual outline.
Pattern: Sara Sach's Flat Country Bell by Sara Sach / Posh Pooch Designs. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern and linked video; optional paid ad-free PDF. US terms; medium cotton with 5 mm hook; about 5 inches. Worked-flat bell ornament with button and ribbon finishing.
13.) DROPS Silent Night
An off-white bell with open texture can look calm and sculptural against an uncluttered background. Silent Night uses a diagram-based approach, so make sure you are comfortable following the publisher's chart symbols before starting. Review all the relevant diagrams and the assembly notes rather than treating the written overview as the entire project. A plain hanging loop lets the texture remain the focus. Our illustration suggests a gentle cream palette and a simple interior clapper treatment, but its stitch arrangement is not the pattern chart. Use the original photographs and diagrams for the actual construction, especially where the crown transitions into the wider lower section.
Pattern: DROPS Silent Night by DROPS Design, Extra 0-1684 / w-943. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern with diagrams; selected link is English US. DROPS Paris and 4 mm hook; about 6 cm high and 19 cm circumference at bottom. Button or pearl on an interior cord and a hanging loop are listed.
14.) Raffamusa's Smiling Bell Character
A little smiling bell turns the ornament theme into a soft character. Raffaella Tassoni's project includes both a simple ornament and an amigurumi version, with the latter adding a closed bottom and facial details. Choose the version before beginning, since the construction is not identical just because the outer silhouette looks related. A warm yellow body, pink cheeks and a red bow make the face clear without many extra decorations. Our image changes the expression, bow proportions and exact shade. The two versions count as one project here, and the original instructions determine the actual assembly rather than the illustration's soft rounded appearance.
Pattern: Raffamusa's Smiling Bell Character by Raffaella Tassoni / RaffamusaDesigns. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern in US terms, including bow and amigurumi bottom/cheeks; optional paid PDF. About 5 cm high by 6.6 cm across the widest point. Simple ornament and stuffed character versions are one project, counted once; separate from the flat applique above.
15.) Tuula Maaria's Lace Bell Applique
A white or silver flat bell can add a delicate motif to a card without the bulk of a hollow ornament. Tuula Maaria's project offers several forms of guidance, which is useful if you like comparing written directions with a chart or photographs. Give the finished shape enough space on its backing so the lace remains visible rather than disappearing among other embellishments. Read the finishing notes before deciding whether shaping or starching suits your material and use. Our illustration changes the lace arrangement, color and presentation. The card is an optional display idea, and the pattern's actual stitch layout should be checked in the designer's reference images.
Pattern: Tuula Maaria's Lace Bell Applique by Tuula Maaria / Tuula Kyrölä. Access and fit: Paid English PDF through Ravelry; purchase/account access may be required. Free video version also advertised. US terms; sport yarn and 3 mm hook give about 10 cm/4 inches high. Flat motif with chart, written/photo guidance and starching notes.
16.) Fay Lyth's Round Sleigh Bell
A round sleigh-bell shape brings welcome variety to a collection of flared bell silhouettes. Fay Lyth's design uses embroidery to suggest the familiar openings, so the surface detail is decorative rather than a set of cut-out holes. A golden mustard shade and dark stitching create a strong contrast that remains visible on a small ornament. Take time with the embroidery placement and compare both sides before finishing. Our illustration changes the exact knot size, ribbon and palette. This is a separate pattern from Fay's domed bell earlier in the article, and the original photographs show how the rounded shape and stitched details are intended to look.
Pattern: Fay Lyth's Round Sleigh Bell by Fay Lyth / Stitch by Fay. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern, US terms. DK cotton and 2.5 mm hook; about 4 cm by 4 cm. Stuffed round ornament with embroidered cross and French-knot details; optional small interior bell. Distinct project from Fay's domed bell above.
17.) DROPS Jingle Bells in Fan Lace
Fan-like lace gives this small bell a lighter appearance than a solid cotton dome. DROPS Jingle Bells is suited to a maker who enjoys charted texture and is prepared to shape the finished piece. Read the current diagram notes before beginning, including the publisher's recorded correction, so you are not following an older saved chart unknowingly. A little heart below the rim can become a separate decorative focal point. Our image interprets the lace, ribbon and heart in its own way rather than reproducing the diagram. Follow the publisher's original construction and finishing guidance, and allow time for the bell to dry in its intended shape.
Pattern: DROPS Jingle Bells in Fan Lace by DROPS Design, Extra 0-1446 / e-286. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern and diagrams; English US link. DROPS Safran and 2.5 mm hook; about 6 cm high, 13 cm circumference at middle. Shaping/stiffening and a heart on ribbon are specified. Publisher notes diagram corrections dated 14 February 2024; use current online version.
18.) DROPS Din Don Dan With Metallic Thread
A warm red-and-gold bell with a subtle metallic strand can provide sparkle without relying on a shiny store-bought shell. Din Don Dan uses a particular yarn combination, so review the held-together strands carefully before choosing substitutes. The original discontinued yarn is not the only listed route, but alternative materials still change both appearance and size. A dark evergreen backdrop makes a warm metallic edge easier to appreciate. Our illustration changes the color balance, surface shine and hanging arrangement; it is not a guarantee of the result from any particular yarn. Use the complete publisher directions for the actual strand combination, shaping and finishing details.
Pattern: DROPS Din Don Dan With Metallic Thread by DROPS Design, Extra 0-513. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; selected link English US. About 6 cm high excluding handle; 3 mm hook. Original Cotton Viscose is discontinued; the pattern also lists Safran with multiple Glitter strands. Check the specified held-together combination rather than assuming one strand is equivalent.
Conclusion
Start by choosing the kind of bell you actually want to make: a hollow ornament, a lace piece that needs shaping, a padded silhouette or a flat applique. Then choose yarn and colors that suit its construction rather than expecting one material to behave like another. Read the complete designer instructions, check any finishing supplies and use the original photographs to judge the result. A few carefully chosen bells can make a coordinated holiday collection while still allowing each pattern's shape and texture to remain distinct.
