There is something deeply satisfying about the quiet ritual of crocheting during the holiday season. A snowy evening outside, a small batch of festive yarn, and the rhythmic counting of stitches create a perfect moment of calm. This adorable Santa wallhanging captures that cozy spirit, transforming simple scraps into a charming piece of holiday decor. It is a project that invites you to slow down, enjoy the texture of the stitches, and create something that brings warmth to your home.
Small Details That Make It Better
What makes this wallhanging truly special is the clever use of materials. Instead of traditional fabric or paper, this design utilizes silicone canning jar gasket rings. These wide-mouth gaskets provide a sturdy, flexible base that holds its shape beautifully over time, unlike older rubber versions that might degrade. The contrast between the smooth silicone rings and the textured crochet work adds a unique tactile element. Additionally, the inclusion of small jingle bells on Santa’s hat introduces a subtle auditory delight, making this decor not just a visual treat but a sensory one as well. The choice of a woven hanging strip with a tassel adds a finishing touch that feels both rustic and polished, perfect for draping over a mantle or a door.
Project Overview
This project is an amigurumi-style wallhanging featuring three Santa motifs attached to a woven strip threaded through seven crochet-covered jar rings. It is a beginner-friendly project that focuses on repetitive stitches and assembly, making it ideal for using up scrap yarn. The finished piece is approximately 25 inches long, providing a substantial yet manageable decoration for your holiday space.
Materials
- Crochet Hook: US H/5.0 mm
- Yarn: Worsted weight (#4) yarn in the following colors and approximate yardage:
- Green: 55 yards
- Red: 55 yards
- White: 55 yards
- Peach or Pink (for skin tone): 35 yards
- Rings: 7 Large Mouth (Wide Mouth) Canning Jar Gasket Rings (silicone). Note: These must be wide-mouth size, designed for standard mason jars with a wide opening, not regular size. The outside dimensions should be approximately 3.5″ across by 3.5″ high.
- Embellishments: 3 Small round, shank-type buttons for eyes (or black yarn for embroidery) and 3 Small Jingle Bells.
- Tools: Tapestry needle and scissors.
Gauge and Finished Size
Gauge is not important for this pattern. The finished wallhanging measures approximately 25″ from the top of the loop to the bottom of the tassel. Each Santa applique measures 4 ¼″ across at the widest point of the beard.
Abbreviations
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
tr = treble crochet
sc = single crochet
sl st = slip stitch
st = stitch(es)
Pattern Notes
If the silicone jar gaskets have tabs on them, use a pair of scissors to cut them off so that the ring is a continuous circle. This ensures a smooth surface for crocheting around. Be sure to select the correct size of gaskets; wide-mouth gaskets are larger than regular ones. If purchasing online, verify the dimensions as labeling can sometimes be inconsistent.
Pattern Instructions
Crocheted Rings (Make 7)
Sample has 4 green rings and 3 red rings.
R1: With Main Color, make 60 dc into and around the jar ring. Join with sl st to 1st dc. Fasten off.
R2: Attach Gold to any dc and sc around. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Hanging Strip
R1: With white, ch 90. Sc in 10th chain and across to last chain. Slip stitch in last chain. Fasten off White.
R2: Rotate work. Working in opposite side of chain, attach red with sl st to 1st chain (which is the opposite side of the last stitch worked in round 1). Sc across until st before loop begins. Start a sc with red, but do not pull the red yarn through last 2 loops. Instead, pull a loop of white yarn through. Using white yarn now, make 10 sc in loop, changing to green yarn in a similar manner in the 10th sc.
R3: Working in the white sc of R1 and continuing with green, sc across and end with a slip stitch in the last chain. Fasten off yarn and work in all loose ends.
Tassel: Take several strands of white yarn (approx 10″ long), fold in half and attach as a tassel at the bottom with a giant sl st. The smooth end of the sl st should be on the right side of work. Trim tassel to an eye-pleasing length.
Crochet Santa Applique (Make 3)
Head/Beard Base: With peach (or pink) yarn, chain 5 and join to form ring.
R1: Ch 4 (counts as 1 tr), 23 tr in ring. Join with sl st to 1st tr. Fasten off peach yarn.
R2: With white, join to a tr with a sl st. *Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc. Repeat from * 3 times. Make 17 large dc, working OVER the previous row’s tc into the ring. Be sure to not pull too tight. Join with sl st to 1st sc.
R3: Turn work, (working 2nd row of Santa’s beard). Sc in joining, ch 1, *sc in next sc, ch 1 around to last dc of beard. End with a sc in last dc.
R4: Turn work, ch 1, sc in ch 1 space, *ch 2, sc in ch-1 sp. Repeat from * around. At end of beard, ch 2 and slip st to sc in row 3 below.
Hat: For hat, flip over work, working on wrong side of work:
R5: Attach red yarn at the sc where beard starts. Sc to other side of head. Ch 1.
R6: Turn and sc across. Finish off, leaving a long strand of yarn. Use yarn to sew jingle bell on hat.
Face: Sew button eyes on the face, referring to the photos.
Assembly
Weave the hanging strip over and under the crocheted rings in a zigzag pattern. Tack down the strip with yarn at the top and bottom of the strip and anywhere else as needed to hold it in place securely. Arrange the three Santa motifs along the strip and sew them down using the long yarn strands left from the hat construction or additional yarn.
Tips
- Ring Size: Look specifically for wide-mouth rings for a mason jar. The ring should measure 3.5 inches across from edge to edge.
- Tab Removal: If your gaskets have a small tab, snip it off with scissors to create a continuous ring for easier crocheting.
- Yarn Choice: This project is perfect for using up small scraps of worsted weight yarn in holiday colors.
FAQs
Can I use regular mouth jar rings instead of wide mouth?
No, the pattern is designed for wide-mouth canning jar gaskets. Regular mouth rings are smaller and will not accommodate the stitch counts or the desired size of the finished rings.
Do I need to embroider the eyes, or can I use buttons?
You can choose either method. The pattern suggests small round, shank-type buttons, but you can embroider the eyes with black yarn if you prefer a softer look.
What if I don’t have gold yarn for the rings?
The gold yarn in Round 2 is decorative. You can substitute it with any color you like, or skip it entirely and just fasten off after Round 1 if you prefer a simpler look.
How do I keep the hanging strip from slipping through the rings?
Weaving the strip over and under the rings creates friction. Tacking the strip down with yarn at the top, bottom, and middle points ensures it stays securely in place and doesn’t slide.
Is this pattern suitable for beginners?
Yes, the stitches used are basic single crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet. The main challenge is the assembly and weaving of the strip, which is straightforward with careful attention to the instructions.
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