If you have ever marveled at the ethereal beauty of crochet angels and wondered how to craft them yourself, you’re in for a treat today. In this article, we will dive into the enchanting world of free crochet angel patterns, where you’ll find a plethora designs that can adorn your home, serve as heartfelt gifts, or become treasured heirlooms.
Crochet angel patterns come in a diverse range of styles, from intricate and ornate to minimalist and modern. Whether you’re looking to add a touch of whimsy to your Christmas tree, celebrate the arrival of a newborn with a guardian angel, or simply express your love for all things celestial, the world of crochet angel patterns offers something for everyone, no matter whether you are a seasoned crocheter or a beginner.
Some crochet angel patterns are like little stuffed animals. These work well for crochet nativity scenes, for ornaments on a tree, or for adorning the mantel. Other types of crochet angel patterns include appliques which can be affixed to blankets or glued onto greeting cards. We also have a few little angel photo props like wings and halos that work wonderfully for newborn photo shoots. There are a couple other angel-themed surprises in the mix too, but you’ll just have to wait and see!
So, grab your crochet hook, gather your favorite yarn colors, and prepare to immerse yourself in the enchanting realm of crochet angels. With a little creativity and a whole lot of love, you’ll discover the joy of bringing these celestial beings to life, one stitch at a time. Scroll down and see for yourself!
Angel Pixie
This enchanting pixie amigurumi would make the perfect guardian angel for the top of your mantel or Christmas tree. You could also make it for the little one in your life that loves dolls and angels. There’s no wrong way to enjoy this design! It is made in the traditional amigurumi style using just single crochet stitches.
Designer: Sweet Softies
Yarn: Caron Simply Soft Solids (Aran Weight #4)
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Angel
This clever angel design is 3 dimensional without the need for stuffing. It’s a great choice for Christmas ornaments for the tree. You could also make them to give away and make people smile. It’s a great way to use up even the smallest balls of scrap yarn in your stash. The pattern calls for half double, double, treble, and double treble crochet stitches. Both written and charted formats are available.
Designer: Atty’s
Yarn: Schachenmayr Catania Solids (Sport Weight #2)
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Angel Wings
A pair of angel wings can transform any any stuffed animal into a celestial being. Or maybe you could attach a keychain so you can keep them with you to remind you of someone special. You can whip up a few pairs of these pretty angel wings for yourself using just single crochet stitches. Please note that the pattern is presented in UK Terminology, and a UK double crochet equals a US single crochet.
Designer: Pretty Little Homemade Things
Yarn: Stylecraft Special Double Knit (DK Weight #3)
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Pocket Angel
One round of crochet is all it takes to make this adorable angel motif. This is one of the fastest crochet angel patterns on the list! The pattern calls for double, treble, and double treble crochet stitches along with cluster stitches. String it up to use as an ornament or glue it onto some cardstock to make a one-of-a-kind card.
Designer: How Crafty
Yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice (Aran Weight #4)
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Angel Ornament Keepsake
A beautiful silver ribbon stands in for the wings in our next angel design. A hanging loop makes it perfect for the tree. The pattern calls for single, half double, double, and treble crochet stitches. It was designed for Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month (October). What a special way to remember a baby that was gone too soon.
Designer: Simply Hooked by Janet
Yarn: Loops & Threads Charisma (Bulky Weight #5)
Click here for the free Christmas tree ornament pattern!
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6. Angel in Filet and Lace
The filet crochet technique is perfect for bringing the ethereal nature of angels to life. Solid and hollow blocks are used to create an image that is built up square by square like pixels on a screen. This design also includes some stunning lacework inside the angel’s wings and dress that I’ve never seen used with filet crochet before. The pattern calls for single and double crochet stitches. Both written and charted instructions are available.
Designer: Filet Crochet by Maria
Yarn: Crochet Cotton Thread Size 10
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7. Angel Heart Granny Square
Granny squares are excellent crochet building blocks for making everything from blankets to sweaters. This pretty Angel Heart square would be perfect for making some sort of memorial project. The pattern calls for half double, double and treble crochet stitches. It may look like the winged heart is an applique sewn on top of the square but the square actually builds directly onto the heart.
Designer: Be a Crafter
Yarn: Martha Stewart Extra Soft Wool Blend (Worsted Weight #4)
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8. Angel Wings and Halo
Celebrate the birth of the newest bundle of joy with this stunning crochet photoshoot set. The lacy angel wings and halo are sure to add a dash of magic. Special stitches for this design include foundation half double crochet and shell stitches.
Designer: Cre8tion Crochet
Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Fashion Crochet (Size 3 Thread)
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9. Angel Amigurumi
Witness the sweet serenity of the expression on this angel’s face. Isn’t she precious? I find closed eyes to be much easier to embroider than open ones, and I think that they really add a lot to this design. The pattern calls for single and double crochet stitches. Click the large purple button near the top of the page to view the pattern in English.
Designer: Lululoop
Yarn: DMC Happy Cotton (DK Weight #3)
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10. Angel
Tiny amigurumi angel dolls are perfect for adding into crochet nativity scenes. They also make great toys for children. You can make one (or a few) for yourself using just single crochet stitches. If you would like your dolls to be a little bigger, try using a thicker weight yarn along with the corresponding hook size.
Designer: Stitch by Fay
Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK (DK Weight #3)
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11. Angel Baby
A slightly fuzzy yarn is the perfect choice for crafting this delightful angel baby photo shoot set. Even better, the recommended yarn is a nice thick bulky weight, so this pattern is sure to work up quickly. The design calls for just single and double crochet stitches, so it’s much easier to make than you might think.
Designer: Ashley Leither Designs
Yarn: Buttercream Luxe Craft Angel Hair Solids (Bulky Weight #5)
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12. Evangeline Christmas Angel
The Evangeline Christmas Angel design stands up on its own without the aid of any sort of wires or stand. Special techniques for this pattern include crocheting into the front loop or back loop only as well as front and back post stitches. You’ll need a little gold wire to craft the halo, or you can simply bend a paperclip into shape and paint it gold.
Designer: Oombawka Design
Yarn: Bernat Super Value Solids (Aran Weight #4)
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13. Pleated Angel
These brightly colored angels are sure to spread cheer wherever they go. Using a different color for the wings, body, and head really makes these angels stand out, plus it’s a great way to get rid of some scrap yarn. The pattern calls for single, half double, and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Atty’s
Yarn: None Specified
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14. Eden Angel
This pretty angel design features a full skirt and a serene pose. White is a classic choice for crochet angel patterns, but I think that this design would also look stunning in silver or gold. Special stitches include front and back post single crochet along with front post double crochet.
Designer: Oombawka Design Crochet
Yarn: Bernat Super Value Solids (Aran Weight #4)
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15. Little Angels Amigurumi
If you need to make multiple angels for a project, why not give each one a distinct look? One way to do this is by giving each angel a unique hairstyle like the ones shown. I love the fact that they all go nicely together while still being easy to tell apart from one another. The pattern calls for single, half double, and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Crochethea
Yarn: Balinese Cotton Yarn (Sport Weight #2)
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16. Frozen Angels
Pretty and lacy angel motifs are perfect for appliques and ornaments. You could even string a few together to make a pretty garland to decorate the home around the holidays. The pattern calls for single and double crochet stitches. It works up quickly and easily, so you will definitely want to make more than one!
Designer: DROPS Design
Yarn: Garnstudio DROPS Cotton Light (DK Weight #3)
Click here for the free crocheted angel pattern!
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17. Astrid the Angel
Even the most simple pair of golden wings are enough to turn a basic amigurumi doll into a beautiful angel. I really admire the unadorned nature of this design. Don’t you think that it would be just perfect for a nativity scene? You can make one of these pretty and plain angels using just single crochet stitches.
Designer: Cara Engwerda
Yarn: La Mia Pastel Cotton (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free cute little angel pattern!
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18. Granny Stitch Angel
Is there anything that the granny stitch can’t do? This classic stitch pattern is one of my all time favorites and I am obsessed with the use of it here in this angel design. Add a hanging string to the head of the angel as shown and you have the perfect ornaments! The pattern calls for double and treble crochet stitches along with extended double crochet stitches.
Designer: Atty’s
Yarn: None Specified
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19. Lacy Angel Ornament
The classic silhouette of this next design rivals what you might find in the department store. Crafting your own ornaments is a great way to save money while adding sentimental value. The pattern calls for single and double crochet stitches.
Designer: 5 Little Monsters
Yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Glamour (Sport Weight #2)
Click here for the free crochet Christmas angel pattern!
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Tove the Angel
A wooden bead stands in for the head in our next pretty angel pattern. I love the two tiered skirt and the wide spread of the wings. The pattern may look intricate, but it actually only calls for single and double crochet stitches. A determined beginner crocheter should be able to tackle it without too much fuss.
Designer: By Hjorth Sisters
Yarn: Sandnes Garn Babyull Lanett (Light Fingering Weight #0)
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Christmas Angels
If the picture is any indication, it may be hard to make just one of these Christmas Angel motifs! Addictively quick and easy to craft, you will want to make one of these in every color. The pattern calls for double, treble, double treble, and triple treble crochet stitches.
Designer: Atty’s
Yarn: Scheepjes Lizzy and Scheepjes Catona (Sport Weight #2)
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Angel Wings Earrings
A tiny pair of wings can be worn as earrings or attached to something else to turn it into an angel. This pattern calls for single, half double, and double crochet stitches with some stitches worked into the back loops only. You can use aran weight yarn instead to make a larger pair of earrings complete with beads.
Designer: Fuzzy Fungi
Yarn: Light Fingering Weight #0
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Angel Square
The corner to corner crochet technique is one of my favorite ways to build up images one block at a time. You can put two of these pretty angel squares together to make a throw pillow or use the design in tandem with the designer’s other Christmas themed squares to make a whole throw blanket.
Designer: Lovable Loops
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (Aran Weight #4)
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Angel Gnome
Do you someone that’s obsessed with gnomes? These whimsical little fellows have been seeing a big boost in popularity lately. Variations abound and now here is an angel-inspired gnome! The pattern calls for just single crochet stitches with some stitches worked into the back loops only.
Designer: Winding Road Crochet
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (Aran Weight #4)
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Angel Hand Puppet
A pretty angel hand puppet is a great prop to have around for story time. It is also perfect for inspiring a child’s imagination during playtime. This pattern has a lot of parts but it’s actually easier to make than you might think. All you need to know is how to single crochet.
Designer: EKayG
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (Aran Weight #4)
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I don’t know about you but I’m positively brimming with ideas after this inspiring post of free crochet angel patterns! These glorious crochet angels would make a great Christmas gift for someone special. You can make these angel crafts for the holiday season with our list: angel tree toppers, angel ornaments, crochet angel wings, guardian angels, angel holiday decor (for the dining table, etc), or to decorate the ring of an advent wreath.
To make a crochet angel, you’ll need your yarn, crochet hook and a yarn needle. Depending upon the pattern you might need a ribbon loop for the top of the head to hang it on your tree. Common techniques used are the magic ring (if your pattern is more like a little doll), single crochet and double crochet.
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