Vintage glass baubles, these timeless pieces of beauty have a unique ability to transport us back in time. But they are also so easy to break. Introducing the non breakable version! Inspired by the decorations I inherited from my Nan, these baubles are made from Scheepjes Catona mercerised cotton yarn to give a gorgeous sheen. Add a little Ricorumi Gold Lame for some added sparkle.

This pattern is written in UK & US crochet terms (you will get both). Designed in the amigurumi style and worked in a continuous spiral. It is a very clear pattern with lots of photographs.

This pattern is is classed as Intermediate as there are a few fiddly bits (lots of colour changing on one bauble), but there are options to make it easier and less challenging.

Skill level: Intermediate
Size: 6.5cm – 12.5mm tall when using a 2.5mm hook & 4 ply cotton yarn.

To make these baubles you will need:

Scheepjes Catona, 4 ply, 100% cotton, (or other 4ply cotton yarn), 25g balls
Colours: 249 Saffron, 516 Candy Apple, 391 Deep Ocean Green (10g) , 130 Old Lace (50g), 514 Jade.

Ricorumi Lamé DK (62% Polyester, 38% Polyamide, 10g ball). Colour: 002 Gold.

2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook
3mm (US D/3) crochet hook
Polyester toy stuffing
Stitch markers
Embroidery needle