Amigurumi Haunted House - FREE Crochet Pattern

Spread the love

Creating an amigurumi haunted house is a delightful adventure that combines the charm of crochet with the whimsical spookiness of Halloween! 🎃 There’s something magical about watching a cozy yarn project transform into a mini haunted mansion, full of character and eerie detail. As a crochet enthusiast, I find immense joy in blending creativity with craft, and designing my own haunted house pattern is an opportunity to let my imagination run wild. Whether it’s adding little bats, ghosts, or a tiny Frankenstein peeking from the windows, each stitch adds personality and spookiness, turning simple yarn into a festive masterpiece.

The process of crafting an amigurumi haunted house begins with choosing the right colors and textures of yarn that capture the essence of a mysterious, spooky dwelling. I usually start by sketching my ideas and deciding on the size and features I want to incorporate. Once I have a plan, it’s time to dive into the actual crocheting, a soothing rhythm of loops and knots that gradually bring the haunted house to life. The best part? Adding the little details—like cobwebs and jack-o’-lanterns—that truly make the haunted house come alive. It’s a joyful challenge that results in a unique decoration, perfect for adding a touch of crochet charm to any Halloween display! 👻

Pattern Usage Policy

🏚️ Amigurumi Haunted House Crochet Pattern

Bring some spooky charm into your Halloween décor with this Amigurumi Haunted House! With its crooked towers, glowing arched windows, two chimneys, and plump pumpkins at the base, this whimsical piece makes the perfect handmade centerpiece. Place it on a wooden base and light it from inside with a tea light for the ultimate haunted glow. 👻✨

🎃 Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced – involves shaping towers, arched roofs, embroidery, and detailed assembly.

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall when displayed on a wooden base.

🧶 Materials

Worsted weight yarn in:
- Gray – house walls
- Purple – roofs, trim, steps, rope detail
- Black – door, window outlines
- Yellow/Orange – glowing window effect
- Brown – chimneys
- Orange + Green – pumpkins
Crochet hook: 3.0 mm
Fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Plastic canvas or cardboard (for wall and base support)
Wooden round base (optional, for display)

🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)

sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
MR – magic ring
BLO – back loop only
FLO – front loop only
FO – fasten off

🏠 Main House Body (Gray)

Make 1

MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–35. sc around (30)
BLO, sc around (for attaching trim later)
37–45. sc around (30)
– FO and stuff firmly.

🗼 Side Towers (Gray – Make 2)

Small Tower
1–25. Work same as main body, stop at R25.
– FO, stuff lightly.

Tall Tower
1–35. Work same as main body, stop at R35.
– FO, stuff lightly.

👉 You should now have 3 towers total (1 main + 2 side towers).

🟪 Crooked Roofs (Purple – Make 3)

MR, 6 sc
(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–6. sc around
(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
8–14. sc around
(3 sc, inc) x3 (15)
16–22. sc around
(4 sc, inc) x3 (18)
24–28. sc around

– FO, stuff lightly and shape roofs so they tilt slightly.

Roof Trim (Wavy Edges)

ch length to wrap base of roof.
Row 1: sc across
Row 2: (sc, inc) repeat for a ruffled edge
– Join into a ring and sew around roof base.

🚪 Front Door (Black + Purple Frame)

With black: ch 6, sc across 5 rows.
Round off top arch by decreasing each row.
Embroider a small yellow window cross in center.
Add purple border by slip stitching around edges.
Sew onto main body.

🪜 Front Steps (Purple)

ch 7, sc across.
Rows 2–6: sc in rows.
– FO. Make 2–3 rectangles.
– Stack and sew below door for 3D effect.

🪟 Arched Windows (Black + Yellow – Make 6–7)

Frame (Black)

ch 4, sc in oval around chain.
Rows 2–4: sc around to form a tall arch.

Glow (Yellow/Orange)

Crochet smaller oval or cut felt piece.
Place behind window.

Grids

Embroider black lines for window panes.

👉 Sew 7 total windows around towers and main body (as seen in the photo).

🧱 Chimneys (Brown – Make 2)

Large Chimney
MR, 6 sc.
Inc to 12, then sc around 10 rows.

Small Chimney
Same as above, but stop after 6 rows.

– Attach one large chimney to the left side tower, one smaller chimney to the right.

🪢 Rope Detail (Purple)

ch 20, braid 3 strands together.
Sew under middle roof ledge (above the front door) so it dangles.

🎃 Pumpkins (Orange + Green – Make 6)

Make exactly 6 (3 for each side of steps).

MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18)
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
dec x6 (6)
– FO, close tightly.

Add green stem + curly vine (ch 6, sl st back).

🧷 Assembly

Attach side towers to main body (one tall left, one small right).
Sew roofs on top, tilt slightly for whimsical effect.
Add wavy trim around each roof.
Attach two chimneys.
Sew front steps below door.
Sew arched windows onto house and towers.
Add front door.
Attach rope detail under center roof.
Sew 6 pumpkins around base, 3 on each side.
Mount house on a round wooden base for stability.

✨ Final Touches

Insert a small LED tea light or fairy lights inside for glowing windows.
Embroider subtle cracks or bricks on the walls for extra detail.
Place as a Halloween table centerpiece to amaze your guests!

🎉 Now your Amigurumi Haunted House is ready! Crooked, spooky, and full of charm – just like in the photo.