Oh, the joy of amigurumi! There’s something incredibly satisfying about the art of crocheting adorable creatures and objects, and when it comes to enchanting themes like a haunted mirror, the fun multiplies! 🎃 Crafting an amigurumi haunted mirror combines creativity with a touch of spookiness, making it a delightful project for both beginners and seasoned crafters. As your crochet hook dances through the yarn, there’s a sense of magic in transforming simple materials into a whimsical piece that seems to have a life of its own. The anticipation of seeing the final product keeps the excitement alive with each stitch.
Creating a haunted mirror amigurumi pattern is an adventure where imagination meets skill. The process begins with choosing the right yarn colors to convey that eerie yet charming look—think silvery grays and mysterious blacks. 🧶 Crafting the frame to have that intricate, antique appearance is where your creativity flows freely. As you work on the glass, perhaps adding a ghostly figure peering out, the real fun begins! Whether you’re adding playful embellishments like tiny bats or experimenting with yarn textures, each step is a celebration of creativity. Before you know it, you’ve got a bewitching creation that’s ready to add a bit of spooky cheer to any space!
🪞 Amigurumi Haunted Mirror Crochet Pattern
This spooky-chic amigurumi haunted mirror is the perfect Halloween decoration! Featuring a ghostly figure suspended inside a framed oval mirror, it combines eerie charm with cozy handmade vibes for your haunted home setup.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves shaping, embroidery, structural base assembly, and optional wirework.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 18–20 cm (7–8 inches) tall using worsted-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (Worsted or Aran weight):
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Dark brown or wood-tone (Mirror frame)
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White (Ghost)
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Black (Ghost facial features)
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Other Supplies:
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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Fiberfill stuffing (minimal, for ghost)
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Cardboard or plastic canvas (for mirror backing)
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Tapestry needle
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Hot glue gun or craft glue
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Optional: black felt or mirror paper (for inside backing)
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Wire (for stiffening ghost arms or hanging effect)
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🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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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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FO – Fasten Off
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BLO – Back Loop Only
👻 Ghost
Head + Body (White)
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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 (24) -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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sc (12)
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Ch 4, sl st in next st repeat around for ruffled base
FO, lightly stuff just the head, and shape arms by pinching sides with a few stitches.
Eyes + Mouth (Black Felt or Yarn)
Cut or embroider 2 small ovals and 1 ghostly “O” shape
Glue or stitch in place
🪞 Mirror Frame (Brown)
Outer Oval Frame – Front Piece
Ch 24
Round 1: sc in 2nd ch and across, 3 sc in last ch
Rotate and sc along underside of foundation chain
Continue to form an oval
Next Rounds: Work 3–4 rounds of sc around, increasing at ends to maintain shape
FO, set aside
Back Piece (Same as front)
Make a matching oval panel
Optional: Cut a piece of black felt or cardboard and glue it to the center of this back panel
🪵 Frame Decorations
Top + Bottom Scroll Accents
Ch 16, sc across
Ch 10, sl st in each
Ch 6, sc across
Sew these in curled scrolls to the top, sides, and base of the oval for ornate detail
🪚 Mirror Stand (Brown)
Base Platform:
Ch 22
Rows 1–4: sc across
FO, sew securely to base of back panel
Optional Side Brackets:
Make 2 small rectangles, curve slightly, and sew to mirror sides
🧷 Assembly
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Attach the ghost inside the back panel with invisible thread or yarn at the top
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Place front frame over ghost and align with back
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Sew or glue the edges together
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Glue mirror onto stand
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Add all decorative scrolls
💡 Customization Ideas
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Use glow-in-the-dark yarn for the ghost
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Add fairy lights around the mirror
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Make multiple ghosts or change expressions
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Use gold or silver yarn for a vintage frame style
This spooky amigurumi haunted mirror is the perfect eerie-yet-cute centerpiece for your Halloween crafting table! 👻🪞🕯️
