Welcome to the mischievous world of Ghost-type Pokémon amigurumi! 👻✨ Today, I’m thrilled to share my free crochet pattern for Amigurumi Gengar—the playful Shadow Pokémon in perfectly spooky (yet cuddly!) yarn form! Whether you’re a fan of prankster Pokémon, love crafting hauntingly cute creatures, or simply want to add some spectral charm to your collection, this pattern will guide you through stitching your very own pocket-sized phantom with its iconic purple body, wicked grin, and pointy ears.
This design captures Gengar’s playful menace through plush curves and eerie details! 🧶💜 I’ve carefully outlined each step to help you create its spiky back, glowing red eyes, and optional shadowy effect around the base. Perfect for display, gifting to fellow trainers, or keeping as a guardian who’ll playfully haunt your yarn stash! So grab your hooks, pick out deep purples and vibrant reds, and let’s stitch up a Pokémon that’s equal parts spooky and sweet! ✨
👻 Amigurumi Gengar-Inspired Plush Crochet Pattern
Turn the mischievous energy of Gengar into a soft and cuddly amigurumi plush with bold colors, sharp ears, and a playful smirk! This adorable reimagining is perfect for Pokémon fans who love a little spooky sweetness in their collection.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, shaping, spiky elements, and expressive eye assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–11 inches (25–28 cm) tall using worsted-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm crochet hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (Worsted or DK weight):
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Purple (Head and body)
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Blue (Arms, legs, ear outer)
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Yellow (Belly patch)
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Black and white (Eye detailing)
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Pink (Ear tips and inner details)
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Hook size: 3.5 mm
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Tapestry needle
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Polyfill stuffing
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Safety eyes OR felt/embroidered eyes
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Stitch marker
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase
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dec – Decrease
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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FO – Fasten Off
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ch – Chain
🧠 Head
With purple yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–14. sc around (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO, stuff firmly and close.
🧍 Body
Start with purple:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–11. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO, stuff, and sew to head.
💜 Arms (Make 2)
With blue:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12)
Switch to pink:
6–7. sc around (12)
FO, stuff lightly and sew to body.
🦶 Legs (Make 2)
With blue yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12)
Switch to pink: -
sc around
FO, stuff and sew to bottom of body.
🌀 Belly Patch
With yellow yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
4–5. sc around
Flatten into oval and sew onto front of body.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
With blue (outer) and pink (inner tips):
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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sc around
Switch to purple (optional stripe at base):
4–5. sc around
Flatten and sew to sides of the head.
🔱 Head Spikes (Make 5–6)
With purple:
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ch 4
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sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc, sl st
FO, sew in crown pattern on top of head.
👁 Eyes
Option 1: Safety eyes
Insert large yellow safety eyes with felt highlights.
Option 2: Felt or yarn-embroidered eyes
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Cut large yellow ovals
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Layer with black outline
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Embroider lashes or details
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Add white sparkle dot
Sew or glue on.
😈 Face
Embroider with black thread:
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Thin eyebrows slanted outward
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Small curved smile with little center dip
✂️ Final Assembly
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Sew arms to each side of the body
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Sew legs to the bottom, slightly forward
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Position ears high and at an angle
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Stitch on the spiky crown
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Weave in all loose ends
💡 Customization Ideas
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Add glow-in-the-dark yarn for belly or eyes
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Use fuzzy yarn for a ghostly texture
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Give it a tiny “shadow ball” as a detachable accessory
Now your playful Gengar-inspired plush is ready to haunt your shelves with adorably spooky vibes! 💜👻🪄
