crochet ghost patterns: Pattern Overview

Project introduction

This pattern overview introduces two free crochet ghost projects from Simply Yarn: Sara Huntington’s stuffed Gloria amigurumi and a flat ghost motif. It is a project guide, not a complete tutorial, so use the original instructions for the actual stitch-by-stitch pattern. The motif can be adapted as bunting, small cake toppers, or a keyring, with different materials for each option.

Original designer’s pattern and instructions. The source presents both ghost patterns as free to access online. That describes the web patterns, not whether a printable or PDF version is free.

Make an amigurumi ghost

Gloria is the rounded, stuffed option, listed as 13 cm (5 in) tall and described by the source as beginner-friendly. The construction joins a rounded head and body into one continuous piece, with openings formed for the arms. The arms are worked separately into those openings. This overview summarizes the construction rather than repeating the original rounds.

You will need

Gather the listed materials before starting. The suggested yarn is an option, not a required brand, and the source does not state how much yarn the project consumes.

• White DK yarn. Paintbox Yarns Simply DK is suggested as an option, with a 100 g ball listed as 276 m.
• A 2.5 mm crochet hook, equivalent to US B/1 or C/2.
• Safety eyes and toy stuffing.
• A tapestry needle and a stitch marker.

Measurements

The finished amigurumi ghost is listed as 13 cm (5 in) tall. Treat this as the source’s stated measurement, rather than a guarantee for every crocheter or yarn choice.

Abbreviations

The original amigurumi pattern is written in UK crochet terminology, while this article uses US terminology. Stitch names can differ between the two systems, so check the terminology in the linked original instructions before following them. Do not assume that a US stitch name means the same thing as its UK counterpart.

Notes

The amigurumi is worked in a continuous spiral, rather than joining each round with a slip stitch. The source recommends placing a marker in the first stitch of each round and moving it along as the work progresses. The head and upper body are stuffed firmly, while the lower body and arms receive lighter stuffing.

In broad terms, the head begins as a small round shape and continues with even rounds. The body then narrows and forms openings for the arms before tapering toward the base. Each arm is worked into an opening and finished separately. For round placement, shaping, and finishing details, follow the original designer’s instructions rather than relying on this summary.

Free amigurumi ghost crochet Pattern Overview

This is the overview for the stuffed ghost project, not a substitute for its complete pattern. The source supplies round-by-round instructions on its own page. Use those directions for stitch placement and shaping, especially because the original amigurumi pattern uses UK terminology.

Head

The head starts with a magic loop and is built outward in rounds, with increases establishing its rounded shape. Later rounds maintain the shape before the piece transitions into the body. The source also links a magic-loop guide, but that link is not included here; consult a crochet reference of your choice if this starting method is unfamiliar.

Body

The body continues from the head rather than being made as a separate flat panel. Its shaping creates two arm openings, after which the body is worked downward and narrows toward the bottom. The original pattern specifies eye placement and stuffing stages. Refer to it for those details and for the exact order of the rounds.

Arms

The arms begin at the skipped stitches and chain spaces of the body’s arm openings. They are worked in the round, lightly stuffed, and fastened off, with the same process used for the second arm. Check the original instructions for the exact attachment points and shaping. This construction summary intentionally leaves out the individual rounds.

Don’t hang about!

The second option is a free flat ghost motif, with three additional project ideas: bunting, cake toppers, and a keyring. These variations use different yarns, hook sizes, and finishing supplies, so choose the project first and gather the materials listed for that version. The motif is described as suitable for Halloween makes, and the instructions are available through the original source.

Free crochet ghost pattern - motif

For the basic motif, the source recommends DK yarn and a 4 to 5 mm hook. It notes that the three initial rounds are worked in a spiral without slip-stitch joins. Other versions below use different yarn weights and hook sizes, so do not carry the basic motif’s suggested hook size over to every project.

Head

The motif begins with a magic loop and is shaped in rounds. Its head section includes a small chain-loop detail. The source provides the exact stitches and sequence; this overview does not reproduce those instructions. Keep track of where the head ends, since the body is worked directly onto it.

Body

The body is worked directly onto the head in rows, rather than crocheted as a separate piece and sewn on. The rows shape the ghost’s lower outline and finish with a small chain detail. The original pattern directs the maker to fasten off and weave in the ends when the motif is complete. Follow its row instructions for the precise shaping.

Free crochet ghost pattern - bunting

The bunting version uses eight ghosts in varying colors, joined along a crocheted chain. Each motif is listed as 15 cm (6 in) tall. Its supplies and joining details differ from the basic motif, so use this project’s materials and construction notes rather than assuming the basic yarn setup will produce the same result.

You will need

The source lists one ball of each Stylecraft Special DK shade, with the yarn described as 100% acrylic and 100 g/295 m per ball. Also gather:

• Fiesta (1257), Citron (1263), Jaffa (1256), Bright Green (1259), and Turquoise (1068), one ball of each.
• A 5 mm hook, equivalent to US H/8.
• Black felt for the features.
• Fabric glue or PVA glue.

Measurements

Each bunting ghost is listed as 15 cm (6 in) tall.

Bunting

Make eight motifs in varied colors, following the basic ghost motif pattern. For this version, use a 5 mm hook and hold two strands of yarn together. The source does not provide a separate motif pattern for the bunting; it points back to the basic motif instructions.

Features

Cut two eyes and a mouth from black felt for each ghost, using the source image as a visual guide. Glue the felt pieces onto the motifs. Take care to place the faces consistently if you want the finished bunting to have a coordinated look.

To make up

With two strands held together, make a chain measuring 15 cm and attach it to the top of the first ghost. Continue the chain, adding another ghost every 15 cm. Leave 15 cm of chain at the end for hanging the bunting.

Free crochet ghost pattern - cake toppers

This smaller motif option is listed at 6.5 cm (2½ in) tall. The ghosts are made in three colors and attached to cocktail sticks. The source specifies separate materials for this version, including fine satin thread and a smaller hook. Use the project notes below for its features and assembly.

You will need

Gather DMC Satin Thread, described as 100% rayon: one skein each of Fuchsia (S602), Orange (S741), and Green (S471). The rest of the listed supplies are:

• A 1.75 mm hook, equivalent to US 6/7.
• Cocktail sticks.
• Black felt for the features.
• Glue.

Measurements

Each cake topper ghost is listed as 6.5 cm (2½ in) tall.

Cake toppers

Make one ghost in each thread color, following the basic motif pattern and using a 1.75 mm hook. The original instructions provide the motif construction. This overview does not add a stitch sequence or estimate how much thread each small ghost uses.

Features

Cut two eyes and a mouth from black felt for each ghost, using the image as a guide. Position the pieces before gluing them in place. The source leaves the face design to this visual placement, so use the linked pattern page’s image for reference.

To make up

Glue each finished ghost to one end of a cocktail stick.

Free crochet ghost pattern - keyring

The keyring version uses the same listed small finished height as the cake toppers, 6.5 cm (2½ in), but has its own thread color and finishing materials. It is made as one ghost, backed with black felt, and finished with a key ring attached at the head. Follow the original source for the motif itself.

You will need

The listed supplies are DMC Satin Thread, described as 100% rayon, with two skeins of Blue (S995), and a 1.75 mm hook, equivalent to US 6/7. Also gather black felt for the features, one key ring, and glue. The source does not specify how much of the thread is used for each part.

Measurements

The ghost is listed as 6.5 cm (2½ in) tall.

Ghost key ring

Make one motif using a 1.75 mm hook. Cut a black felt backing around the ghost shape, leaving an approximate 5 mm border, and glue the crocheted ghost to it. The source specifies the backing method but does not state that the listed thread quantity is a measured requirement for the ghost alone.

Features

Cut two eyes and a mouth from black felt, position the pieces on the ghost’s head, and glue them in place. Use the source image as a guide to the face placement.

To make up

Secure the key ring to the ghost’s head.

Hook a cute crochet ghost for Halloween

These two free online ghost patterns offer different kinds of small projects: a stuffed amigurumi and a flat motif with several finishing options. The source presents them as approachable Halloween crochet. Use the original designer’s instructions for stitch-by-stitch details, and check the terminology carefully before starting the amigurumi, which is written using UK terms.