Step into the realm of mystery and folklore with this Amigurumi Wraith crochet pattern! Whether you’re inspired by eerie legends or simply love crafting hauntingly beautiful creatures, this free pattern lets you stitch up a spectral figure full of ethereal charm. With flowing, tattered robes and a shadowy presence, this ghostly wraith is perfect for adding a touch of spooky elegance to your collection. Whether displayed as part of a themed decor, used as a unique keepsake, or gifted to a fellow fan of the supernatural, this little phantom is sure to captivate!
Designed for creativity and customization, this pattern allows you to play with eerie color gradients, wispy textures, and dramatic embellishments to bring your wraith to life. Add glowing embroidery for an otherworldly aura, delicate lace for a spectral effect, or tiny chains for an ominous touch! Whether you craft a lone wandering spirit or an entire ghostly gathering, this amigurumi creation is a perfect blend of haunting and handmade magic. So grab your hook, gather your yarn, and let’s weave a legend from the shadows—one stitch at a time! 👻🧶✨
👁️ Amigurumi Wraith – FREE Crochet Pattern
This otherworldly figure is cloaked in mystery—literally. With a dramatic hood, piercing alien eyes, and ruffled cloak details, it makes a hauntingly cool amigurumi project for display or fantasy scenes.
🧶 Skill Level
Intermediate–Advanced
Includes shaping, ruffles, hood construction, and sculpted eye placement.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–12 in (25–30 cm) tall using worsted yarn and 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧵 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Gray (head, hands)
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Burgundy or maroon (robe and hood)
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Black & white thread (eye embroidery or felt)
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3.0 mm crochet hook
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10 mm safety eyes OR use felt/embroidery for stylized alien eyes
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Stuffing
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Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers
🔤 Abbreviations (US)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
BLO – Back Loop Only
FLO – Front Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
👽 HEAD (Gray Yarn)
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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)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–15. sc around (36)
Insert eyes or embroider alien-style slanted black eyes between Rnds 9–11 -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO, close hole.
🧤 HANDS (Make 2 – Gray)
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MR, 6 sc
2–4. sc around (6)
FO and stuff lightly.
Sew each hand to cloak opening.
🧥 CLOAK BASE (Maroon/Burgundy Yarn)
Start at neckline, work down in rows:
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Ch 26
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Row 1: sc across (25), ch 1, turn
3–14. Repeat Row 1 (25 sc), ch 1, turn -
(sc, inc) across row (37), ch 1, turn
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(2 sc, inc) across (50), ch 1, turn
17–26. sc across for each row, maintaining width
FO and set aside.
🎀 RUFFLED FRONT PANELS (Make 2)
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Ch 40
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Row 1: 2 sc in each ch (80)
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Row 2: 2 sc in each st again (160)
FO with long tail.
Sew each ruffle from neckline down vertically where cloak opens in front.
🧢 HOODED CAPE
Work flat in rows:
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Ch 30
2–20. sc across (29), ch 1, turn -
Fold in half and sc across top to seam hood
FO and attach around head + neckline.
Use pins to adjust fit of hood around the head before sewing down fully.
✨ Assembly
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Stuff head firmly and sew onto cloak neckline
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Attach ruffled panels and hands to front openings
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Sew cloak base around neck and shoulders
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Attach hood edge around the head’s top back side
👁️ Eyes Guide
Alien Eyes (Felt Option):
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Cut 2 black almond shapes
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Glue or sew onto head
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Add light white dot for depth
Embroidered Eyes:
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Use black embroidery floss to satin stitch elongated eye shape
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Add light reflection stitch with white floss
🪄 Customization Ideas
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Add a glow-in-the-dark detail
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Crochet a staff or orb accessory
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Use sparkly yarn or thread on edges for magical aura
Let the Wraith haunt your shelves, silently guarding your yarn stash or watching over your sci-fi figurine shelf 👁️🪐
