Classic Christmas Bell SVG

About this design

This is the Christmas bell in its classic form. It has a rounded top, sides that curve out into a wide, flared rim and a round clapper peeking out below. A neat bow sits on top, and lines along the rim add a polished, metal look. In the layered version, the bow loops and the rim lines show red against the gold.

The bell is one connected piece with five cut-outs. The shape is bold and simple, so it passes our cut checks from about 2.5 inches tall.

Color layers

• Backing in red, which shows in the bow loops and rim lines
• Design in gold, the bell

Classic projects

• Holiday cards.
• Ornaments.
• Gift tags.
• Mugs and tumblers.
• Holiday concert programs.
• Kids’ shirts.
• Window clings.

Size and cutting tips

It cuts cleanly from about 2.5 inches tall. For ornaments, 3.5 to 4 inches. For a shirt, 8 to 10 inches. The rim lines are thin, so for felt choose 4 inches or more.

Step by step: bell ornament

1. Set the bell to 4 inches tall and download the color SVG.
2. Cut the gold layer from gold glitter cardstock and the backing from red.
3. Glue the gold bell onto the red backing.
4. Glue a real jingle bell over the clapper.
5. Punch a hole by the bow and hang it with ribbon.

Color ideas

• Gold with red, the classic
• Silver with red
• Gold with green
• Red with gold for a reversed look

Design notes

The flared rim and round clapper are the classic features everyone recognizes. The bow on top finishes the bell and gives it a place to hang from.

Good to know

This bell is a great all-purpose design. Use it on its own, add a name across the body, or pair it with holly, stars or snowflakes from the collection.

Making it personal

Add a name, an initial or a year across the body of the bell in your software. The wide middle of the bell gives plenty of room for a short word.

Choosing a size

At 2.5 to 3 inches, it suits tags and stickers. At 4 to 5 inches, it fits ornaments and cards. At 8 inches and up, it works on shirts and signs.

Variations to try

• Add a name across the bell in your software.
• Use the editor’s “cut the design out of the shape” option with a circle for a coaster.

Pairs well with

The Simple Bell with Bow is another classic, and the Bell with Bow has a big ribbon.