Say “boo!” to boring décor and hello to the Amigurumi Mini Ghost, a tiny crochet cutie that’s more sweet than spooky! 👻🧶 With its soft rounded shape, playful little face, and floaty charm, this mini ghost is the perfect addition to your Halloween crafting lineup. Whether perched on a shelf, tucked into treat bags, or hanging from a festive garland, it brings a gentle giggle to the spooky season.
This pattern is a breeze to whip up and a joy to personalize—try stitching your ghost in pastel shades for a whimsical twist, or add embroidered blush and a tiny bow for extra personality. Great for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike, the Mini Ghost is a hauntingly adorable way to celebrate Halloween with handmade flair—one stitch and smile at a time! 🎃🕸️
👻 Crochet Mini Ghost Amigurumi Pattern
Halloween is the perfect time to fill your home with adorable handmade decorations, and this little crochet ghost will steal your heart! With its chubby body, ruffled hem, tiny arms, blush cheeks, and a sweet embroidered smile, this mini amigurumi ghost is both spooky and cute. Best of all, it fits right in your palm, making it a delightful gift, toy, or seasonal décor piece.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, this pattern is quick, fun, and perfect for using up leftover yarn. Let’s get started!
✨ Skill Level
Beginner – simple shaping and easy stitches.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 7–8 cm tall (fits comfortably in your hand) when made with a 2.5 mm hook and cotton yarn.
🧶 Materials
- White cotton yarn (sport/DK weight)
- Small amount of blush or pale peach yarn/embroidery floss (for cheeks)
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- 6 mm black safety eyes
- Black embroidery thread (for smile)
- Stuffing
- Yarn needle & scissors
🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR = magic ring
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec = decrease (sc 2 together)
- sl st = slip stitch
- ch = chain
- (…) = repeat instructions in brackets
🧵 Crochet Pattern
Body & Head (worked in one piece)
- Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
- Rnd 2: inc around (12)
- Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around (18)
- Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around (24)
5–10. Rnd 5–10: sc around (24) → creates the ghost’s tube-like body.
👉 Insert safety eyes between Rnds 6–7, about 5 stitches apart.
👉 Add blush cheeks beneath each eye with yarn or embroidery thread. - Rnd 11: (2 sc, dec) around (18)
- Rnd 12: sc around (18)
- Rnd 13: (sc, dec) around (12)
- Rnd 14: sc around (12)
Stuff firmly. - Rnd 15: dec around (6), sl st to close, and weave in ends.
Arms (make 2)
- Rnd 1: MR, 5 sc (5)
2–3. Rnd 2–3: sc around (5)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Lightly stuff.
👉 Sew to the sides of the body, just under the eyes.
Ruffled Base Hem
Attach white yarn to the bottom round of the body.
- (sl st, 3 dc in next st, sl st in next st) repeat around to form scallops.
👉 This creates the signature ruffled hem, giving the ghost a floating look.
Face Details
- Embroider a small curved smile between the cheeks with black thread.
- Add subtle pink blush beneath each eye for a kawaii touch.
🎀 Assembly
- Attach the arms neatly at cheek level.
- Adjust stuffing so the ghost stays plump but soft.
- Shape the scalloped hem evenly all around.
💡 Final Thoughts
This tiny crochet ghost is the ultimate quick project for Halloween or any time you want a touch of spooky-cute charm. Because it works up so quickly, you can make a whole family of ghosts to decorate your shelves, gift to friends, or even string together as a garland.
Handmade projects like this are what make the season extra magical. So grab your yarn, put on your favorite cozy sweater, and crochet your own little ghostly friend today. Happy crocheting, and boo-tiful stitching! 👻✨
