Bring the Creepy Doll to life with this Amigurumi Creepy Doll crochet pattern! This hauntingly delightful creation combines eerie stitched accents with an unsettling charm, making it a standout piece for any spooky collection. Whether you envision hollow button eyes, delicate cracks, or intricate embroidery that adds a touch of mystery, this doll captures an eerie yet strangely endearing personality. Perfect for Halloween décor, gothic displays, or simply indulging in the art of the macabre, this project is a mesmerizing blend of craftsmanship and creativity.
Designed for crocheters who enjoy adding character to their stitches, this pattern invites customization in facial expressions, outfit textures, and unique details that enhance its unsettling beauty. Choose deep, moody tones to amplify its eerie presence or experiment with deceptively soft pastels to create an intriguing contrast. Whether showcased as part of a mysterious setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast with a taste for the unusual, this Creepy Doll is guaranteed to captivate.

👁️ Amigurumi Creepy Doll – FREE Crochet Pattern
This creepy-cute doll is the perfect blend of eerie and endearing! With stitched details, oversized button eyes, and a tattered charm, she’s great for Halloween or for fans of gothic and spooky aesthetics. Whether she’s part of your haunted decor or simply your yarny companion, she’s bound to make an impression!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, sewing, and embroidery details.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 30–35 cm (12–14 in) tall using worsted-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials Needed
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Pale gray (skin)
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Dusty pink (dress, shoes, hair)
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Green (bow)
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Brown & black (face embroidery)
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Crochet hook: 3.5 mm
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Safety eyes or 2 large buttons (25 mm or larger)
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Stitch marker
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Tapestry needle & scissors
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Optional: Wire for posable limbs
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
st(s) – Stitch(es)
🪡 Head
With pale gray 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)
7–16. sc around (36)
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(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 weave closed.
🧿 Button Eyes (Make 2)
Use brown yarn or real buttons (approx. 25–30 mm):
Sew centered with embroidery thread, or glue for fixed decor.
😈 Facial Embroidery
With dark brown or black yarn/thread:
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Stitch curved brows above eyes
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Add vertical “scar” lines around mouth using back stitch
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Optional: embroider small circles under eyes for “stitched” effect
👗 Body
With pale gray 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)
5–8. sc around (24)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (20)
10–15. sc around (20)
FO and stuff.
👚 Arms (Make 2)
With pale gray yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–10. sc around (12)
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(2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
12–18. sc around (9)
Stuff lightly. FO, sew to sides of body.
🩰 Legs (Make 2)
Start with pink (shoes):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18)
Switch to pale gray:
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
8–20. sc around (12)
Stuff legs, FO and sew to bottom of body.
🎀 Dress
With dusty pink:
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Ch 30, join to form ring
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sc in each ch (30)
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inc around (60)
4–10. sc around
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(1 sc, ch 1, skip 1) across for lacy trim
FO, weave in ends. Add green bow at neck.
🧶 Hair
With dusty pink:
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Cut 30–40 strands, each approx. 25 cm long
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Attach using lark’s head knot in center of scalp
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Use thicker yarn or loop stitch for textured look
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Style into ringlets or pigtails for effect
🧵 Bonnet (Optional)
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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)
6–9. sc around (30)
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(1 sc, ch 2, skip 1) around for ruffled edge
FO and attach with a few sewn tacks or a tied ribbon under the chin.
✂️ Final Touches
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Stitch or glue button eyes firmly
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Use brown embroidery to stitch a crooked mouth and nose
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Lightly blush cheeks for added eeriness
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Position her on a chair or shelf for a haunting display
This eerie amigurumi doll is sure to bring spooky vibes and stitchy smiles! Whether you’re decorating for Halloween or crafting your own creepy character collection, she’s a delightfully haunting addition to your handmade family. 💀🪡