Light up your spooky season with this Amigurumi Haunted Lantern crochet pattern! Inspired by eerie Halloween nights, this charming design captures the flickering glow, mysterious details, and ghostly charm of a haunted lantern in every stitch. Whether you’re crafting for Halloween decor, adding a mystical touch to your collection, or simply enjoy making unique amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a miniature lantern bursting with personality! Perfect for brightening up your space with a spooky yet cozy vibe, this crochet creation brings a touch of handmade haunted magic to your collection. ๐โจ
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of orange, black, or even glow-in-the-dark yarn for an extra eerie effect. Add embroidered details, tiny accessories like a miniature ghost or bat, or even create a full set of Halloween-inspired amigurumi for a festive display! Whether gifted as a quirky keepsake, displayed as a spooky accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Haunted Lantern is a fun and creative projectโperfect for bringing a touch of handmade Halloween magic to every stitch! ๐งถ๐โจ

๐ Amigurumi Haunted Lantern with Ghost -Halloween Crochet Pattern
Create an enchanting Halloween centerpiece with this hauntingly cute crochet lantern! This spooktacular project features a glowing ghost inside a wired pumpkin lantern, complete with spooky black netting, curly vines, tiny pumpkins, and a dangling โBOO!โ sign. A clever mix of yarn, structure, and fun seasonal details makes this piece a must-make for your fall decor! ๐ป๐ธ๏ธ๐งก
โจ Skill Level
Advanced โ Involves structural support (wire), layering, shaping, and assembling multiple elements.
๐ Finished Size
Approx. 10โ12 in (25โ30 cm) tall with handle
๐งถ Materials
- DK or worsted weight yarn in:
- Orange (lantern structure)
- Black (netting details)
- White (ghost, โBOO!โ background)
- Green (curly vines)
- Brown, Beige (base, ghost pedestal)
- Yellow or Glow-in-the-dark (ghost eyes)
- 2.5โ3.0 mm crochet hook
- Pipe cleaners or flexible floral wire (for lantern ribs & vines)
- Thin black mesh/tulle or spider web fabric
- Small LED tea light or fairy lights (optional, for ghost glow effect)
- Safety eyes or black felt circles
- Tapestry needle, scissors, stitch marker
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Hot glue (optional for securing structure)
๐งต Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR โ Magic Ring
sc โ Single Crochet
inc โ Increase
dec โ Decrease
sl st โ Slip Stitch
ch โ Chain
FO โ Fasten Off
BLO โ Back Loop Only
๐ฎ Haunted Pumpkin Lantern (Body Frame)
Top Ring โ Orange
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Round 5: sc around (24)
Round 6: BLO sc around (24)
Rounds 7โ9: sc around (24)
FO, leave tail
Bottom Ring โ Orange
Repeat Rounds 1โ9
You may crochet a firmer edge by holding a pipe cleaner/wire and stitching around it for structure
Vertical Lantern Ribs (Make 8)
Ch 35
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (34)
FO, wrap around thick wire or pipe cleaner and sew one end to top ring, other to bottom ring evenly spaced
Optional: Weave black tulle/netting between ribs using hot glue or sew in place.
Lantern Handle โ Orange
Ch 45
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across
FO, curve and attach ends inside the top ring with stitching or glue
Lantern Vines โ Green
Ch 25
Row 1: 2 sc in each st across (to curl naturally)
Wrap around pipe cleaner if extra stiffness needed
Attach to sides of lantern for curly tendrils
๐ป Amigurumi Ghost (Glow Option)
White yarn
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Rounds 5โ10: sc around (24)
Round 11: sl st, ch 3, sc back in chain, sl st next st โ repeat to create scalloped “sheet” look
FO, stuff lightly
Eyes โ Yellow or Glow Yarn or Felt
MR, 6 sc, FO and stitch to head
You can use glow-in-the-dark thread or place an LED light under the ghost for eerie effect
Ghost Pedestal โ Brown/Beige
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Round 4โ6: sc around (18)
FO and sew ghost on top
Place pedestal into the lantern base and secure with glue or stitches.
๐ท๏ธ โBOO!โ Hanging Sign
White base
Ch 10
Row 1: sc across
Row 2: [Optional scallop] ch 3, sl st in same st across
FO
Letters โ Black yarn or embroidery thread
Use surface stitch or chain/stitch technique to embroider โBOO!โ on the sign
String
Ch 20
Attach to inside top of lantern for a dangling effect
๐ Mini Pumpkins (Make 2โ3)
Pumpkin Body โ Orange
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Round 4โ5: sc around (18)
Round 6: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Round 7: dec x6 (6)
Stuff and FO
Stem โ Green
Ch 4, sl st to base
Attach to center top
Optional: Use brown to embroider vertical pumpkin ridges
๐ ๏ธ Assembly Instructions
- Insert black mesh/netting inside lantern before fixing ribs for spooky transparency
- Attach ribs securely using wire reinforcement, glue, and tight stitches
- Place ghost inside lantern with pedestal base glued or sewn to bottom ring
- Attach vines and let them curl out naturally
- Add mini pumpkins around the base or table display
- Hang โBOO!โ sign from top ring with string for playful animation
- (Optional) Place an LED tea light beneath the ghost for glowing eyes effect
๐ก Display Tip
Place your haunted lantern on a table with a lace cloth and scatter fall leaves and pumpkins. Use a dim corner and activate the glowing ghost for extra Halloween ambiance. ๐ฏ๏ธ๐๐
This amigurumi haunted lantern brings whimsical spooks to your handmade Halloween! A delightfully eerie piece thatโs equal parts charming and chilling. Boo! ๐ป๐งก