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! 👻
🏚️ Amigurumi Haunted House Crochet Pattern
Create your very own spooky Halloween centerpiece with this charming Amigurumi Haunted House! Complete with crooked towers, glowing windows, pumpkins, and a mysterious front door, this intermediate-level project is sure to enchant guests and trick-or-treaters alike.
🎃 Skill Level
Intermediate to Advanced
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn in:
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Gray (house walls)
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Purple (roof, trim, and steps)
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Black (windows, outlines, door)
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Yellow or orange (glow inside windows)
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Brown (chimney)
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Green & orange (pumpkins)
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Crochet hook: 3.0 mm
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Stitch markers
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Tapestry needle
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Hot glue (optional for assembly)
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Plastic canvas or cardboard (for base support)
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Wooden base (optional for display)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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sc – single crochet
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inc – increase
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dec – decrease
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ch – chain
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sl st – slip stitch
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MR – magic ring
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BLO – back loop only
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FLO – front loop only
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FO – fasten off
🏠 Main House Body (Gray)
Make 1
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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)
6–30. sc around (30) -
BLO, sc around
32–40. sc around
– FO and stuff well
🗼 Side Towers (Gray – Make 2 or 3)
Start same as house body, adjusting height:
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For small towers: stop at R25
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For tall towers: go up to R35
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FO, stuff lightly
🟪 Roof Sections (Purple – Make 3–5)
Crooked Roof (Various Sizes):
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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sc around
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(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
5–12. Continue increasing 3–6 stitches every few rows to shape
13–18. sc around
– FO, stuff lightly and sew onto towers
Roof Trim:
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ch length to fit tower edge
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sc or hdc across, sl st to form ring
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FO and attach around base of each roof
🚪 Front Door (Black + Purple Frame)
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ch 6, sc across
2–6. sc in rows -
Round off top with dec in each row
– FO and stitch yellow cross-window on center
– Add purple border (surface crochet or slip stitch around)
– Sew door to main body
🪟 Windows (Black + Yellow Lining – Make 5–8)
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ch 5, sc 4 rows
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FO, embroider window grid with black yarn
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Stitch yellow felt or crochet piece behind window
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Sew windows onto house and towers
🪜 Steps (Purple)
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ch 7, sc across
2–5. sc in rows
– FO and layer 2–3 steps for 3D look
– Attach below front door
🎃 Pumpkins (Orange + Green – Make 4–6)
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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 -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
– FO, close and shape
– Add green stem and leaf curl (ch 6, sc back)
🧷 Assembly
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Position and sew towers to main body
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Attach roofs with slight tilt for whimsical effect
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Sew on windows and door
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Add steps to front
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Stitch or glue pumpkins at base
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Secure entire house to wooden platform or weighted base
✨ Final Touches
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Add ghost or bat embellishments
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Stitch cobwebs or vines using white or green yarn
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Light up from inside with LED tea light or string lights
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Embroider house number “13” above door for spooky detail