Add a little sunshine to your holiday decor with a collection of the Goldfinch Snowflake Ornaments designed by Jessica Wifall! It boasts lovely lace construction that forms a beautiful sun motif in the center. Whether you stick to a golden-yellow shade for a bright sunny effect or go for classic white, these handmade snowflake ornaments are excellent for home decorating and gift giving!
What Stitches Do I Need to Know?
For this crochet snowflake pattern, it’s important that you know a whole set of basic stitches as well as have some experience working with tall stitches. Each piece is built in three rounds, where you will be using single crochets, chains, and treble crochet clusters to create a lovely openwork design.
What Yarn Should I Use for This Crochet Snowflake Pattern?
I have some really good news for those who dread the thought of working with fine threads. These snowflakes will look equally good whether done with crochet thread or regular yarn. Your creation will only differ in size.
The bigger snowflake visible in the photos was made with Scheepjes Catona fingering yarn, while the smaller one was created with Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat cotton thread.
Depending on the yarn you choose, you may need a 1.5 mm or 3 mm crochet hook.
Does The Goldfinch Snowflake Require Blocking?
Yes, it does. The pattern will give you the best effects after you block and stiffen your crocheted snowflakes. Here is a quick blocking method:
- Wet your ornaments in water mixed with a starch solution.
- Gently squeeze out the excess liquid.
- Lay your snowflakes on a blocking mat (a piece of cardboard will do too!).
- Pin the ornaments down into the desired shape.
- Wait until your work dries and remove the pins.
By following these five simple steps, you will end up with beautifully symmetrical and stiffened decorations that are ready to hang.
