Free Crochet Ghost Pattern – Plush Amigurumi Tutorial
Halloween’s coming up fast, and if you’re in the mood for a fun and easy make, this free crochet ghost pattern might be just the thing. 👻 If you’ve tried your hand at crochet plush before (or always wanted to), this little ghost is a super satisfying weekend project.
Made with soft, plush yarn, the toy is a perfect Halloween project – cute, slightly spooky, and fun to put together. The ghost amigurumi pattern is easy but detailed enough to keep things interesting, whether you’re crocheting just for fun or adding to your handmade holiday decor.
So grab your yarn and hook, and settle in for some cozy Halloween crafting. If you’re into seasonal makes, I’ve got more free Halloween amigurumi patterns you might want to check out.
This free pattern, kindly shared by @julia_knitting11 with her permission, has been thoughtfully selected and translated by me to bring beautiful amigurumi designs to English-speaking crafters like you.
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Materials Needed for Your Halloween Amigurumi Ghost
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You can use any plush yarn you like, paired with a crochet hook suitable for its weight. Keep in mind – the thicker the yarn, the larger your toy will be.
For this crochet ghost plush, Yarn Art Dolce was used – a Bulky/Chunky weight 100% polyester yarn. Each ball weighs 100 g and measures 120 m (131 yds). You’ll need three colors: white, lilac, and a little bit of black.
If you’re looking for yarn alternatives, the Yarn Substitution Tool is an excellent resource to help you discover similar yarns that work as perfect substitutes.
Additional materials:
- Any thread suitable for embroidery, in black for the eyelids, pink or red for the smile, and yellow for the buckle
- Crochet hook size 3,5 mm
- Fiberfill stuffing
- 16 mm diameter safety eyes
- Scissors
- Yarn needle and cotton sewing thread
- Stitch marker
Abbreviations (US terms)
Below are the crochet abbreviations used in this adorable ghost amigurumi free pattern in standard US terms. You can also refer to the Crochet Abbreviations guide to make following the pattern easier.
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ch/chs | chain/chains |
| inc | increase (two single crochets in one stitch) |
| inv dec | invisible decrease (see tutorial) |
| sc | single crochet |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| st/sts | stitch/stitches |
| […] x | repeat the instructions in brackets x times |
| (…) | total number of stitches in the round |
Let’s Start the Free Crochet Pattern Ghost
Body
Crochet in rounds, always placing the stitch marker on the first stitch of each round.
Start with the body using white yarn. Stuff as you go.
R1: Into the magic ring, 6 sc, then pull the yarn tail to close the ring (6)
R2: sc in each st around (6)
R3: [inc, 5 sc] (7)
R4: inc, 2 sc, 2 sl st, 2 sc (8)
R5: sc, inc, 6 sc (9)
R6: [2 sc, inc] x 3 (12)
R7: [3 sc, inc] x 3 (15)
R8: [4 sc, inc] x 3 (18)
R9: [2 sc, inc] x 6 (24)
R10: [3 sc, inc] x 6 (30)
R11-14: sc in each st around (4 rounds, 30)
R15: [8 sc, inv dec] x 3 (27)
R16: sc in each st around (27)
R17: [7 sc, inv dec] x 3 (24)
R18: [6 sc, inv dec] x 3 (21)
R19: [5 sc, inv dec] x 3 (18)
R20: [sc, inv dec] x 6 (12)
Continue crocheting the head without cutting the yarn, and don’t forget to stuff the piece as you go.
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Head
R21: inc x 12 (24)
R22: [3 sc, inc] x 6 (30)
R23: [4 sc, inc] x 6 (36)
R24-29: sc in each st around (6 rounds, 36)
Insert the eyes between rows 27 and 28, spacing them 5 single crochet stitches apart from edge to edge.
R30: [4 sc, inv dec] x 6 (30)
R31: [3 sc, inv dec] x 6 (24)
R32: [2 sc, inv dec] x 6 (18)
R33: [sc, inv dec] x 6 (12)
R34: inv dec x 6 (6)
Cut the yarn, pull the loops tight, secure the yarn, and then cut it off.
You can learn how to neatly tighten the stitches by reading the tutorial – How to Close a Hole in Amigurumi.
Arm (make 2)
With white yarn.
R1: Into the magic ring, 8 sc, then pull the yarn tail to close the ring (8)
R2-3: sc in each st around (8)
R4: 2 sc, inv dec x 2, 2 sc (6)
R5-8: sc in each st around (4 rounds, 6)
Cut the yarn and secure it. Sew the arms to the body between rows 19 and 20.
Hat
With lilac yarn.
R1: Into the magic ring, 4 sc, then pull the yarn tail to close the ring (4)
R2: sc in each st around (4)
R3: inc, sc, 2 sl st (5)
R4: sc, inc, sc, 2 sl st (6)
R5: sc, inc x 2, sc, 2 sl st (8)
R6: 2 sc, inc x 2, 2 sc, 2 sl st (10)
R7: sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, sc, 2 sl st (12)
R8: 3 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc, 3 sc, 2 sl st (14)
R9: 2 sc, inc, 6 sc, inc, 2 sc, 2 sl st (16)
R10: 4 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 4 sc, 2 sl st (18)
R11: [5 sc, inc] x 3 (21)
R12: [6 sc, inc] x 3 (24). Change the yarn color to black.
You can learn how to change colors properly by reading How to Invisible Color Change in Amigurumi.
R13: [7 sc, inc] x 3 (27)
R14: [8 sc, inc] x 3 (30). Change the yarn color to lilac.
R15: inc in each st around (60)
R16-17: sc in each st around (60)
Cut the yarn, secure it, and weave in the ends. The buckle was crocheted with slip stitches directly onto the hat. Sew the hat onto the ghost’s head.
Using black thread, embroider the eyelids with straight stitches just above the eyes. Next, carefully embroider the smile on the face.
Well Done! Your Crochet Ghost Plush Is Finished!
Great job – your adorable ghost plush is complete! This free crochet pattern ghost is such a fun little project, whether you’re adding a spooky touch to your Halloween decor or making a handmade gift for someone special. I hope you had as much fun making it as I did putting the tutorial together.
Thanks for making this ghost amigurumi pattern with me – I’d love to see how yours turned out! Come share your finished ghost in my Facebook group, Ami & Hook Society. And if you liked this pattern, you’re welcome to subscribe – I’ve got more fun projects coming.
If you have any questions about the tutorial, don’t hesitate to contact me here – I’m happy to help!
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