Dark, mysterious, and full of handcrafted charm—this Amigurumi Black Skull crochet pattern is the perfect blend of spooky and stylish! With its smooth, rounded shape, hollow eye sockets, and eerie yet adorable presence, this design brings a touch of gothic flair to your amigurumi collection. Whether you’re crafting for Halloween, a themed décor setup, or simply love unconventional crochet projects, this FREE pattern is a fantastic way to showcase your skills.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in skull details, shading effects, and even tiny accessories to enhance its personality. Choose classic black for a bold, dramatic look or experiment with metallic yarns for a unique twist! Whether displayed as part of a spooky lineup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi skull is sure to make an impression. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this hauntingly cute creation to life! 💀✨🧶
🖤 Amigurumi Black Skull Crochet Pattern
Add a bold and eerie twist to your Halloween or gothic decor with this stunning black amigurumi skull. 🕷️🖤 This soft skull design features deep-set eyes, sculpted facial details, and a stylized jaw—perfect as a spooky centerpiece or statement plush!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Requires shaping, facial sculpting, and basic assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 5–6 inches (13–15 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Worsted weight):
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Black (Main skull)
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White (Optional pupil embroidery or eye detail)
Other:
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3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Stitch marker
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Tapestry needle
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Optional: thin wire or pipe cleaner for sculpting depth in eye sockets or jaw
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
FLO – Front Loop Only
💀 Skull Head
With black 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)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–14. sc around (42) -
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Stuff firmly -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and weave closed.
👁 Eye Sockets (Make 2)
With black 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)
5–6. sc around (24) -
dec every 4th stitch (18)
Lightly stuff
FO and leave long tail for sewing
Attach:
Sew one on each side of the upper front skull (between Rnds 8–13), slightly inset to give a hollowed-out look.
👃 Nose Cavity
With black yarn:
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MR, 4 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
3–4. sc around (6)
Pinch into a soft triangle
FO and stitch upside-down triangle shape between and just below the eye sockets.
😬 Jaw / Muzzle Area
With black 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)
5–6. sc around (24) -
dec every 4th st (18)
Stuff lightly
FO and sew around the lower front of the head base, beneath nose cavity.
Optional: Stitch a white “tooth” line across with surface chain or backstitch.
👁 Optional Eye Details
Use white yarn to embroider a single vertical or circular stitch inside each eye socket for a stylized pupil effect. You can also add glow-in-the-dark thread for a haunting gaze!
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Weave in all loose ends
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Shape sockets and nose using invisible tacking stitches
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Spray with light starch or fabric stiffener if you want firmer definition
🕸️ Your hauntingly stylish black skull is now complete—ideal for gothic decor, spooky shelves, or mysterious gifts. A perfect mashup of creepy and cute!
