Crochet Halloween Ghost

Aug 17, 2025 03:37 AM

Getting into the spooky Halloween spirit with crochet ghost decorations is such a delightful way to add a touch of whimsy to your home! Crafting these cute little phantoms can be both fun and rewarding, making them the perfect project for getting into the Halloween mood. Imagine these adorable ghostly figures hanging around your living room or adorning your front porch, welcoming trick-or-treaters with their charm and playfulness. With their soft yarn and googly eyes, these crochet ghosts are sure to bring a smile to your face and a sense of Halloween magic to your home. Whether you're an experienced crocheter or just starting out, crafting these friendly little spirits can be a spook-tacular experience that adds just the right amount of festive flair to your Halloween decor.

Materials and Preparation

Materials:

Yarn: White worsted weight acrylic yarn (size 4)
Crochet Hook: 4 mm crochet hook
Safety Eyes: 9 mm safety eyes with backings
Stuffing: Fiberfill or preferred stuffing material
Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends and closing gaps
Black Yarn: Scrap yarn for facial details (mouth and eye details)
Blush: For adding color to the cheeks (optional)
Hot Glue Gun + Glue Sticks: For flowers and pompom embellishments
Pom Poms: Mini pom poms for flower decoration
Crochet Hook for Flowers: 2.75 mm crochet hook
Yarn for Flowers and Hat: Preferred colors of yarn for flowers and hat

Abbreviations and Notes

Abbreviations:

MC: Magic Circle

CH: Chain

SC: Single Crochet

HDC: Half Double Crochet

DC: Double Crochet

INC: Increase (2 stitches worked into 1 stitch)

DEC: Decrease (combining two stitches into one)

ST(S): Stitch(es)

Notes:

This project is beginner-friendly. Familiarity with magic circles, single crochet (SC), and increases/decreases is recommended.
Use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of each round.
Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise noted. Slip stitches will only be used at the end of certain parts.
Adjust stuffing to make the ghost plump yet flexible. Avoid overstuffing.
For removable hats, you can skip gluing or sewing the hat into place.

Gauge, Approximate Size, and Pattern Notes

Gauge:

6 SC x 6 rows = ~2 inches using the 4 mm hook and worsted weight yarn.

Finished Dimensions:

Ghost Body: Approximately 3.5–4 inches tall (adjust based on your tension).
Cowboy Hat: Snug fit for the top of the ghost.

Pattern Notes:

Work tightly to ensure stitches don’t stretch open when stuffed.
Consider lightly shaping the ghost with your hands before final embellishments.
Gauge is not crucial but will affect the overall size.

Step-by-Step Pattern

Ghost Body

Round Instructions:

Round 1: Start with a magic circle (MC). Work 6 SC into the MC. (6 ST)

Round 2: INC in each stitch around. (12 ST)

Round 3: 1 SC, INC – repeat around. (18 ST)

Round 4: 2 SC, INC – repeat around. (24 ST)

Rounds 5–11: SC in each stitch. (24 ST each round)

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Insert Eyes and Stuffing:

Place safety eyes between rounds 9 and 10. Insert one eye 4 visible stitches apart from the other. Add backings to secure.

Lightly stuff the body, leaving space while shaping the top part.

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Top Closure:

Round 12: Work 2 SC, DEC in the back loop only – repeat around. (18 ST)

Final Round: Work DEC in front loops only until 9 stitches remain. Cut yarn, leaving a long tail.

Closure: Use a tapestry needle to sew through the remaining front loops of each stitch. Pull tight to close. Weave the tail securely.

Ghost Base (Transition from Rounds 11)

Reattach white yarn to the loops from Round 11.

Round 12: 3 SC, INC – repeat around. (30 ST)

Round 13: 4 SC, INC – repeat around. (36 ST)

Rounds 14–18: SC in each stitch. (36 ST)

Fasten Off: Skip one stitch, slip stitch, and leave a tail to weave in ends.

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Flowers

Work a magic circle.

CH 2, DC, CH 2, Slip Stitch into MC. Repeat 5 times for five petals.

Tighten MC and tie off ends. Create two additional flowers.

Use a hot glue gun to attach flowers around the ghost’s head using pom poms as centers.

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Cowboy Hat (Optional)

Round 1: MC, 6 SC.

Round 2: INC in each stitch. (12 ST)

Round 3: 1 SC, INC – repeat around. (18 ST)

Round 4: SC in back loop only around. (18 ST)

Round 5: 2 SC, INC – repeat around. (24 ST)

Rounds 6–7: SC in each stitch. (24 ST)

Brim:

Round 8: (3 HDC INC, 6 DC INC, 6 HDC INC, 6 DC INC) in front loop only.

Follow written pattern at the bottom of the video. (Use 24 Stitch Total Breakdown)

Finishing: Fasten off, sew in ends with a tapestry needle. Shape the brim as needed.

Optional: Secure hat onto the ghost with glue or leave it removable.

Final Embellishments

Add facial details:

Use a tapestry needle and black yarn to embroider the mouth and eye accents.

Apply blush to the cheeks with a soft brush or applicator.

Key to Success:

Use lightweight, soft yarn for easy shaping.
Follow the pattern closely for symmetry.
Ensure even tension in stitches for a polished look.
Add personalized touches like facial features or embellishments.
Take your time to stuff it properly for structure.

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