Star of Bethlehem Crochet Pattern

This free Star of Bethlehem crochet pattern creates an elegant eight-pointed star using Size 10 metallic crochet thread. One elongated point gives the finished star its traditional Bethlehem-star shape, while blocking and stiffening help each delicate point hold its form.

The finished crochet star measures approximately 5 × 4 in. (12.7 × 10.2 cm). Add a hanging loop to use it as a Christmas tree ornament, place it above a Nativity display, attach it to a wrapped gift, or give it as a meaningful handmade keepsake.

Star of Bethlehem Crochet Pattern

Pattern Details

• Skill level: Intermediate
• Yarn: Size 10 metallic crochet thread
• Hook: 1.5 mm (US 7) steel crochet hook
• Finished size: Approximately 5 × 4 in. (12.7 × 10.2 cm)
• Construction: Eight points are worked directly around a center ring
• Special stitches: Extended double crochet and double treble crochet
• Gauge: Not essential

Supplies

• Size 10 gold or metallic crochet thread, such as Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Thread
• 1.5 mm (US 7) steel crochet hook
• T-pins or other rustproof pins
• Fabric stiffener
• Sewing needle
• Scissors
• Small paintbrush, optional
• Wax paper
• Flat piece of foam board or thick cardboard

Resources and tutorials you may find helpful in following this crochet pattern include Crochet Abbreviations, the U.S. to U.K. Crochet Conversion Chart, and Crochet Stitch Chart Symbols.

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Crochet Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• dc = double crochet
• dtr = double treble crochet
• edc = extended double crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• sc = single crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• tr = treble crochet
• yo = yarn over

This pattern is written in U.S. crochet terms.

Pattern Notes

• The star begins with a center ring and one foundation round.
• Each point is made by chaining outward, working back along the chain, and anchoring the point to the foundation round.
• Keep the right side of the star facing you while working the points.
• The beginning ch-3 counts as the first dc in the foundation round.
• Point 5 is the longest point and forms the lower ray of the Star of Bethlehem.
• The finished star should be blocked and stiffened so the points hold their shape.
• Finished measurements may vary depending on your thread, hook, tension, blocking, and stiffening.

Special Stitches

Extended double crochet (edc): Yo, insert the hook in the indicated st and pull up a loop, yo and pull through 1 loop, yo and pull through 2 loops, then yo and pull through the final 2 loops.

Double treble crochet (dtr): Yo 3 times, insert the hook in the indicated st, and pull up a loop. Yo and pull through 2 loops 4 times.

Crochet Star Instructions

Ch 8 and join with a sl st in the first ch to form a ring.

Foundation Round

Ch 3 (counts as the first dc), work 23 dc in the ring, and join with a sl st in the top of the beginning ch-3 — 24 sts.

Point 1

Ch 16. Sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 1 sc in each of the next 2 chs, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 chs, 1 dc in each of the next 3 chs, 1 edc in the next ch, 1 tr in each of the next 3 chs, and 1 dtr in each of the final 2 chs.

Skip the next 3 sts on the foundation round and sl st in the following st to anchor the point — 15 sts.

Point 2

Ch 9. Sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 1 sc in each of the next 2 chs, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 chs, and 1 dc in each of the final 3 chs.

Skip the next st on the foundation round and sl st in the following st to anchor the point — 8 sts.

Point 3

Ch 16. Sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 1 sc in each of the next 2 chs, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 chs, 1 dc in each of the next 3 chs, 1 edc in the next ch, 1 tr in each of the next 3 chs, and 1 dtr in each of the final 2 chs.

Skip the next 3 sts on the foundation round and sl st in the following st to anchor the point — 15 sts.

Point 4

Ch 9. Sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 1 sc in each of the next 2 chs, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 chs, and 1 dc in each of the final 3 chs.

Skip the next st on the foundation round and sl st in the following st to anchor the point — 8 sts.

Point 5

Ch 23. Sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 1 sc in each of the next 3 chs, 1 hdc in each of the next 4 chs, 1 dc in each of the next 4 chs, 1 edc in each of the next 2 chs, 1 tr in each of the next 4 chs, and 1 dtr in each of the final 4 chs.

Skip the next 3 sts on the foundation round and sl st in the following st to anchor the point — 22 sts.

Point 6

Ch 9. Sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 1 sc in each of the next 2 chs, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 chs, and 1 dc in each of the final 3 chs.

Skip the next st on the foundation round and sl st in the following st to anchor the point — 8 sts.

Point 7

Ch 16. Sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 1 sc in each of the next 2 chs, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 chs, 1 dc in each of the next 3 chs, 1 edc in the next ch, 1 tr in each of the next 3 chs, and 1 dtr in each of the final 2 chs.

Skip the next 3 sts on the foundation round and sl st in the following st to anchor the point — 15 sts.

Point 8

Ch 9. Sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 1 sc in each of the next 2 chs, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 chs, and 1 dc in each of the final 3 chs.

Skip the next st on the foundation round and sl st in the same st as the foundation-round join to anchor the final point — 8 sts.

Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Blocking and Stiffening the Crochet Star

Cover a flat piece of foam board or thick cardboard with wax paper and secure the wax paper with tape.

Place the star right-side down on the prepared surface. Position the longest point at the bottom, then use rustproof pins to straighten and shape all eight points.

Apply a thin coat of fabric stiffener with a small paintbrush, following the directions on the product. Allow the star to dry completely before removing the pins.

To turn the finished star into an ornament, thread a piece of crochet thread through one of the upper points and knot the ends together to form a hanging loop. Omit the loop if you plan to display the star above a Nativity scene.

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