Summon a touch of spectral charm with this Amigurumi Eerie Ghost crochet pattern! 👻✨ With its wispy shape, hauntingly cute expression, and playful floating effect, this design brings a delightful mix of spooky and adorable to your handmade creations. Whether you’re crafting for Halloween décor, a gothic-inspired setup, or simply love character-driven amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in ghostly details, facial expressions, and even tiny accessories like a miniature lantern or cobwebs to enhance its eerie personality. Choose classic whites for a traditional ghostly look or experiment with soft pastels for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a spooky setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi eerie ghost is sure to enchant. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this hauntingly delightful creation to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
👻 Amigurumi Eerie Ghost – Free Crochet Pattern
Float into Halloween with this soft, ruffled ghost friend! With draped arms and expressive eyes, this ghost is hauntingly adorable.
🧶 Skill Level
Beginner–Intermediate – Uses basic shaping and simple increases/decreases. Great for confident beginners wanting a fun and festive challenge!
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 22–25 cm (9–10 inches) tall when made with worsted weight yarn and a 4.0 mm hook
✂️ Materials Needed
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Light grey or white (main ghost body)
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Black (eyes & mouth)
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4.0 mm crochet hook
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Yarn needle
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Stitch marker
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – decrease (sc2tog)
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
st – stitch
FO – fasten off
[…] – repeat sequence in brackets
(…) – total stitch count at end of round
🌀 Ghost Head and Body (worked in continuous rounds)
With grey or white yarn:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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[inc] x6 (12)
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[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)
Stuff head firmly -
[sc, dec] x6 (12)
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[dec] x6 (6)
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inc in each st (12)
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[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)
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[6 sc, inc] x6 (48)
27–31. sc around (48)
Optional ruffle bottom:
32. [sl st, (hdc, dc, hdc) in next st] around for a frilled hem
FO and weave in end.
👐 Arms (Make 2)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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[sc, inc] x3 (9)
3–5. sc around (9) -
Flatten, sc across both sides to close
Leave a long tail to sew to the sides of the body (around Round 20)
😱 Face
Eyes and Mouth (Black yarn):
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Eyes: embroider or crochet small ovals (approx. 3 sc tall and 2 sc wide)
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Mouth: embroider an open oval with a zigzag edge or crochet a small black oval using:
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MR, ch 1, 5 sc, sl st, FO.
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Sew or embroider features onto the front of the head between Rounds 6–10.
🧵 Assembly
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Attach arms by sewing to sides of body, letting them drape naturally outward.
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Sew facial features securely.
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Optionally, shape the base so it ruffles and flows like a floating ghost.
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Adjust stuffing to help it stand or gently float if hanging.
🎃 Your Eerie Ghost is ready to spook and charm wherever it roams! Whether you place it in a haunted corner or gift it to a fellow ghost lover, it’s sure to be a haunting hit!