Are you ready for the spooky season? If now, you can get ready with this crochet ghost pattern, I’ve got a spine-tingling treat in store for you. Together, we are going to crochet this cute – and cuddly, amigurumi ghost!
The crochet ghost pattern – in 3 languages
The written free pattern is in English, but I`ve included a German video tutorial as well
Scroll down for the FREE pattern, or grab yours on Ravelry. (English and Norwegian). På norsk så finnes denne oppskirften også på Strikkoteket.
This pattern is perfect for all skill levels, whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner eager to learn. So, grab your favorite bulky yarn and your trusty crochet hook, because we’re about to make something absolutely adorable.
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Why Amigurumi?
Before we start making the ghost itself, let’s take a moment to appreciate the magic of amigurumi. These tiny crocheted creatures have an uncanny ability to steal hearts and bring smiles. And who can resist a big, huggable ghost made with plush, bulky yarn? Not me!
More crochet Halloween patterns?
Check out these patterns if you want to make more spooky crochet friends!
Materials You’ll Need:
Bulky Yarn: Opt for your favorite ghostly shade – pure white, silvery gray, or maybe even a pale lavender for a unique twist. I used white yarn from Hobbii called Honey Bunny. You can also use thinner yarn to make a small ghost
Crochet Hook: Choose a hook size that pairs well with your selected yarn. Check the label for recommendations.
Safety Eyes or Embroidery Floss: To give your ghost some adorable, expressive eyes.
Fiberfill Stuffing: To bring your ghost to life (in a friendly way, of course).
Yarn Needle: Essential for weaving in those ends and putting the finishing touches on your ghost.
Scissors: To snip away any loose ends and trim your yarn.
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Crochet ghost – A free crochet pattern
Crochet ghost
You`ll love making this cute ghost! Check out the video on YouTube if you need extra assistance making the ghost.
Make a bigger or smaller ghost by choosing thinner or thicker yarn. See the pictures on the last page for more help.
Materials
- I used Hobbii Honey bunny in this pattern. Yarn weight: Super bulky yarn
- Colors: White, green.
- 5mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- 1 pair of safety 36 mm (can also use smaller eyes)
- Abbreviations
- Ch-chain
- Rnd–round
- St–stitch
- Sc–single crochet
- Sc dec–single crochet decrease
- Sc inc–single crochet increase, 2 single crochet in one stitch
- Dc-double crochet
- Mr–magic ring
- Sl st- slip stitch
- *-* - Repeat action
- FLO- front loop only
- BLO- back loop only
Instructions
The head
Crocheted from the bottom up to the head.
Do not join rounds unless specified.
In white
Rnd 1: With white yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6 sc)
Rnd 2: sc inc x 6 (12 sc)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, sc inc) x 6 (18 sc)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, sc inc) x 6 (24 sc)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, sc inc) x 6 (30 sc)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, sc inc) x 6 (36 sc)
Rnd 7: (5 sc, sc inc) x 6 (42 sc)
Rnds 8-24: 1 sc in each st around (42 sc)
Work in FLO: Sl st into the next st and work 4 dc in the stitch.
Sl st in the next 2 st.
*4 dc in the next st, sl st in the next 2 sts; repeat from * to * around.
Fasten safety eyes between rows 11-14 with 5 sc stitches apart.
Use some black yarn and embroider on a mouth.
Bottom circle
Rnd 1: With white yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6 sc)
Rnd 2: sc inc x 6 (12 sc)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, sc inc) x 6 (18 sc)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, sc inc) x 6 (24 sc)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, sc inc) x 6 (30 sc)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, sc inc) x 6 (36 sc)
Rnd 7: (5 sc, sc inc) x 6 (42 sc)
Put the bottom circle with the right side facing you and slip stitch it together with the main part of the ghost. Stuff before you close.
Hat
In green or an optional color
Work in rounds. Use a stitch marker and move it up as you go. You can choose to make the hat bigger if you want.
Rnd 1: Make a magic ring and put 3 sc in the ring (3 sc)
Rnd 2: sc inc in first st, sc in next 2 sts (4 sc)
Rnd 3: sc inc in first st, sc in next 3 sts (5 sc)
Continue this pattern of increasing 1 sc at the beginning of each round until:
Rnd 12: Ch 1, turn, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 12 sts (14 sc)
Keep adding more rounds here if you want a bigger hat.
Brim
Do not turn. Working in the round, and working in front loops only:
Rnd 1: 2 dc in next st, sl st in next st; repeat from * to * around.
Finishing:
Cut yarn and leave a long tail for attaching the hat to the head.
Attach the hat to the ghost with a yarn needle.
Hair
In white
Chain 11, work 2 sc in each stitch. Fasten off, leave a tail for attaching the hair.
Attach the hair to the ghost with a yarn needle.
Arms (make 2)
Rnd 1: 5 sc in a mr (5 sc)
Rnd 2: sc inc x 5 (10 sc)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, sc inc) x 5 (15 sc)
Rnd 4: 1 sc in each st around (15 sc)
Rnd 5: (1 sc, sc dec) x 5 (10 sc)
Add stuffing.
Rnd 6: sc dec x 5 (5 sc)
Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Sew arms to the body of the ghost using the yarn tail and yarn needle.
Sewing together
Sew on the arms on the same level as the eyes, around rounds 13-14. Sew on the strand of hair on round 1. Attach the hat somewhere fitting on the head.