Add a sweet and festive touch to your holiday décor with this adorable Gingerbread Man ornament crochet pattern. Designed to be quick, simple, and irresistibly cute, this little hanging decoration brings classic Christmas charm to any tree or garland.
Its flat, amigurumi-style shape makes it perfect for gifting, displaying, or crafting with kids during the holidays.
This pattern is truly beginner-friendly and worked in one easy piece. The construction is straightforward and uses US terminology, making it accessible even if you’re newer to amigurumi or ornament projects.
Free pattern by Rose Hudd from Hookfully
The addition of safety eyes adds that perfect expressive touch, giving your gingerbread man a cheerful personality.
This design offers plenty of room for creativity—add embroidered details, colorful buttons, or a little bow to make each gingerbread man unique.
It’s an ideal project for using up leftover yarn scraps and for creating matching sets or personalized decorations. The simplicity of the pattern makes it both fast and fun, whether you’re making just one or a whole batch.
Perfect for last-minute holiday crafting, stocking stuffers, or handmade gift toppers, this Gingerbread Man ornament is a delightful project you’ll want to revisit year after year. It works up quickly, adds instant Christmas charm, and brings that warm, nostalgic feel to any festive space.
Skill Level
Easy – confident beginner
Gauge
Approximately 4mm hook: 2″ x 2″ swatch = 8 rows of 7 sc
Size
Width 10cm x Height 11.5cm
Materials
Stylecraft Squeeze Me DK #3 weight
- A – Almond
- B – White
- C – Pink
- Total: 31 yards
Supplies
Size G Crochet Hook 4.0mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
10mm Safety eyes
Black embroidery thread
