Christmas Lights – Free Crochet Pattern

Get ready to light up your holidays with this beautiful free crochet Christmas lights pattern! These adorable, tiny bulbs are the perfect project for quickly adding handmade cheer to your home. Whether you choose to string them together for a festive crochet Christmas lights garland, hang them individually as unique ornaments, or give them as cute gifts, this quick pattern is suitable for beginners and uses up those small yarn scraps. Grab your yarn and hook and let’s get started on the brightest part of your holiday decor!

I would classify this Christmas lights crochet pattern as “advanced beginner”. It would be helpful to have had some experience with amigurumi before creating this project.

Pin it for later: Pin this FREE crochet Christmas lights pattern to Pinterest.

Ravelry Favorites: Save the crochet Christmas lights pattern to your Ravelry favorites.

Free Crochet Pattern for Christmas Lights

Abbreviations

st = stitch
sl st = slip stitch
ch = chain
SC = single crochet
SC2tog = single crochet 2 stitches together (invisible decrease is recommended)

Special Stitches

SC2tog (using invisible decrease method): Insert hook into front loop of the first stitch. Insert hook into front loop of second stitch. Yarn over. Draw through the first two loops on hook. Yarn over. Draw through both loops on hook.

Notes

• Checking your gauge is not required for this pattern. Use a hook that is smaller than the size recommended for your yarn weight. This will ensure that your stuffing will not show through the stitches.
• All pieces, with the exception of the wire, are worked in the round. Use a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of each round.
• Invisible decreases are recommended. Please see “Special Stitches”.
• Lights require stuffing. Stuff each piece as you work to ensure the piece is completely filled.
• See tutorial photos.

Pattern

Using 4.0mm (G) hook:

Lights (make one in each color A,B,C,D,E)

Using color A (shown as red):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: 1 SC in each st around. (6 sts)

R3: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (9 sts)

R4: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts. Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

R5: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 3 sts. Repeat from * around. (15 sts)

R6: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 4 sts. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

R7-10: 1 SC in each st around. (18 sts)

R11: *SC2tog, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

R12: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts. Repeat from * around. (9 sts)

Fill the light with stuffing.

Lights (make one in each color A,B,C,D,E)

Using color E (shown as dark green):

R13: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts. Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

R14-15: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

Lightly stuff the top of the light.

R16: Working in the back loops only, SC2tog around. (6 sts)

Cut yarn, weave yarn in and out of remaining sts. Pull tight to close. Tie off and weave in ends.

Wire & Assembly

See tutorial photos.

String the lights together with a chain. Ch 40, sl st to the top of the first light, ch 20, sl st to the top of the next light, ch 20, repeating until all lights have been strung together. After your final light has been connected, ch 40. Cut yarn and fasten off.

Weave in ends.

I hope you enjoyed this Christmas lights crochet pattern for the holidays!

Ad-Free PDF Pattern for Christmas Lights

Tips for Crocheting your Christmas Lights Garland

Follow these simple techniques to make your crochet Christmas light garland look professionally finished:

• Use Stitch Markers: Since these bulbs are small and worked in continuous rounds, place a stitch marker at the beginning of every round. This is essential for maintaining an accurate count and shaping the bulb correctly.
• Invisible Color Change: To ensure a clean, crisp transition from the colored bulb to the green base, use the invisible color change technique.
• Master Amigurumi: For more ideas on stuffing, sewing, and troubleshooting this free Christmas lights crochet pattern, take a look at my comprehensive amigurumi tips and tricks.

Creative Ways to Customize Your Christmas Lights

This FREE crochet Christmas lights pattern is highly versatile and perfect for customization! Here are some easy ways to alter your design:

• Change the Size: You can easily make a larger version of your lights by substituting your worsted weight yarn with a bulky yarn, such as Parfait Chunky, and a comparable hook size. This creates oversized, squishy bulbs!
• Make Individual Ornaments: Instead of crocheting a long chain to create a garland, finish each bulb separately and attach a hanging loop to the top. This instantly transforms them into adorable, unique crochet Christmas bulb ornaments.
• Use Festive Color Themes: Stick to a traditional palette by using only red and green yarn for your bulbs. For a more modern look, try a monochromatic theme like all pinks and blues, or just use white and silver for a classic effect.
• Add Sparkle: Include a metallic thread while you crochet (often labeled as sparkle, shimmer, or tinsel yarn). This gives your crochet Christmas lights a festive, reflective glow.

More Free Christmas Crochet Patterns

If you loved making this crochet Christmas lights garland, be sure to check out these other adorable and free Christmas crochet patterns to complete your holiday decorating collection!

• Free crochet Christmas tree cake ornament pattern.
• Free crochet gingerbread man amigurumi pattern.
• Free reindeer amigurumi crochet pattern.
• View all of my free holiday crochet patterns.