Looking for a crochet halloween ghost free pattern? You are in the right place. This crochet halloween ghost free pattern walks you through a cute amigurumi ghost with soft scalloped “shadow” trims, a ruffled sheet, blushing cheeks and a tiny top hat with a maroon flower. The full written pattern is below, free, with photos at every key step.

Quick answer: This crochet halloween ghost free pattern uses DK weight cotton yarn, a 2.5mm hook, 5mm safety eyes and toy stuffing. It is an intermediate amigurumi project worked in the round with US crochet terms, in a ghost base, three trims, a face and a top hat.

Why You Will Love This Crochet Halloween Ghost Free Pattern

Every October, crocheters look for a friendly Halloween project that is spooky without being scary. This crochet halloween ghost free pattern is exactly that. The ghost sits on a little scalloped base, so it stands up by itself on a shelf, a desk or a Halloween mantel. The top hat gives it a vintage, storybook look.

Here is why this crochet halloween ghost free pattern is worth your yarn:

• It is a free pattern: the whole crochet halloween ghost free pattern is on this page.
• It is quick to make: small amigurumi like this ghost can be worked in an evening or two.
• It is beginner-friendly in spirit: the steps are rated intermediate, but the repeats are simple and every trim is photographed.
• It makes a great gift: Halloween décor, party favors, bag charms and craft-fair stock.
• It is customizable: swap the hat colors, skip the hat, or make a whole family of ghosts.

Crochet Halloween Ghost Free Pattern: Information, Abbreviations and Materials

Before you start the crochet halloween ghost free pattern, read the notes below. The pattern is written in US terminology and the skill level is intermediate.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

Abbreviation	Meaning	Abbreviation	Meaning
MR	magic ring	BLO	back loop only
ch	chain	FLO	front loop only
sc	single crochet	inc	increase
hdc	half-double crochet	dec	decrease (invisible)
dc	double crochet	x	repeat
slst	slip stitch	rd	round

Materials for the Crochet Halloween Ghost Free Pattern

Yarn: Kismet – Raeesah 100% Pure Cotton Yarn (DK weight) in these colors:

• Natural
• Light Grey
• Medium Grey
• Charcoal Grey
• Maroon

Tools and notions:

• Toy stuffing
• 5mm safety eyes
• Black thread
• Salmon yarn or thread
• 2.5mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Sewing needle
• Stitch markers

Tip: 100% cotton is a smart choice for any crochet halloween ghost free pattern because it keeps the stitches tight, so the stuffing does not show through.

Step 1: Crochet the Ghost Base

The first part of this crochet halloween ghost free pattern is the ghost body, worked from the top of the head down. Start with natural yarn.

Ghost Base, start with natural yarn:

Rd 1: 5 sc into MR. (5)
Rd 2: inc x 5 (10)
Rd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 5 (15)
Rd 4: 1 sc, inc, (2 sc, inc) x 4, 1 sc (20)
Rd 5: 20 sc (20)
Rd 6: (3 sc, inc) x 5 (25)
Rd 7: 25 sc (25)
Rd 8: 2 sc, inc, (4 sc, inc) x 4, 2 sc (30)
Rd 9 – 11: 30 sc (30)
Rd 12: (5 sc, inc) x 5 (35)
Rd 13 – 16: 35 sc (35)

Eyes: Insert the safety eyes on the front of the head between rounds 8 – 9, 4 visible stitches apart.

Colour change to light grey, cut the natural yarn.

Rd 17: BLO – 3 sc, inc, (6 sc, inc) x 4, 3 sc (40)
Rd 18: 40 sc (40)
Rd 19: BLO – 40 sc (40)
Rd 20: 40 sc (40)

We are now going to make the base. Start stuffing and continue stuffing as you go.

Rd 21: BLO – (6 sc, dec) x 5 (35)
Rd 22: (3 sc, dec) x 7 (28)
Rd 23: (2 sc, dec) x 7 (21)
Rd 24: (1 sc, dec) x 7 (14)
Rd 25: dec x 7 (7)

Cut the yarn and fasten off. Stuff the base firmly, weave the yarn tail through the front loops and pull tight to close. Weave in the end.

Step 2: Add the Shadow Trims to Your Crochet Halloween Ghost Free Pattern

The ghost’s ruffled look comes from three trims worked into the loops you left free on the base: the bottom “shadow” trim, the middle “shadow” trim and the top “sheet” trim. Use the photo below as your map for where each one starts.

Bottom ‘Shadow’ Trim

Hold the base upside down and attach medium grey yarn in the 2nd last front loop of round 20 (see image 2) and continue the following round in the front loops:

FLO – (1 sc, skip 1 stitch, 4 dc in the next stitch, skip 1 stitch) x 10

Slst back into the 1st sc to finish. Cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends.

Middle ‘Shadow’ Trim

The scalloped edge for the middle trim will be alternated from the bottom trim (see image 3). Depending on your tension and yarn, you may need to adjust the starting stitch accordingly. The starting sc needs to be in line with the 1st 4 dc in the bottom trim.

Hold the base upside down and attach light grey yarn in the 1st front loop of round 18 (see image 2) and continue the following round in the front loops:

FLO – (1 sc, skip 1 stitch, 4 dc in the next stitch, skip 1 stitch) x 10

Slst back into the 1st sc to finish. Cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends.

Step 3: Top ‘Sheet’ Trim

This is the ruffle that makes this crochet halloween ghost free pattern look like a real ghost sheet. It is worked in natural yarn.

Hold the base upside down and attach natural yarn in the 1st front loop of round 16 (see image 2) and continue the following rounds:

Rd 1: inc x 35 (70)
Rd 2 – 3: 70 sc (70)
Rd 4: (slst, ch 2) x 70

Slst back into the 1st slst you made to finish off. Cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends.

Finishing Touches

• In salmon yarn or thread, embroider 2-3 lines underneath the eyes, 2 stitches long, to create the blush cheek (see image 4).
• In black thread, sew a simple line above the eyes over round 6, about 2 stitches long, to create the eyebrows (see image 4).

Step 4: Crochet the Top Hat

The final piece of the crochet halloween ghost free pattern is the little top hat. Start in charcoal yarn.

Rd 1: 6 sc into MR. (6)
Rd 2: inc x 6 (12)
Rd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rd 4: BLO – 18 sc (18)
Rd 5 – 8: 18 sc (18)

Colour change to maroon for the next round. Leave a long starting tail but don’t cut the charcoal yarn yet!

Rd 9: BLO – 18 sc (18)

Colour change back to charcoal. Cut maroon yarn, fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing to the top of the head.

Rd 10: FLO – inc x 18 (36)
Rd 11: 36 slst (36)

Cut yarn, fasten off invisibly and weave in end.

Hat ribbon: To create the ribbon on the hat, using 1 of the yarn tails, insert your needle through the last stitch of round 9 (see image 5), wrap the yarn around the hat and insert your needle back into the same stitch. Tie a knot with the remaining tail to secure and weave in end.

Once you have attached the flower to the hat, use the remaining yarn tail to sew a few stitches to secure it, then sew the hat to the top of the head.

Hat Flower (Maroon Yarn)

In maroon yarn, chain 6, starting in the 3rd chain from the hook:

(hdc-inc) x 2, (inc) x 2, slst back into the last chain again to finish. (9)

Cut yarn, fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.

Keep the yarn tail tucked in the middle and roll into a round shape (see image 7) with the hdc on the outside to create the flower (see image 8). Sew a few stitches at the bottom to secure the shape and sew to the side of the hat by the ribbon.

Tips for Success with This Crochet Halloween Ghost Free Pattern

• Use a stitch marker at the start of every round of the crochet halloween ghost free pattern so you never lose your place in the spiral.
• Crochet tightly. Go down a hook size if you can see stuffing through the stitches.
• Stuff firmly before closing the base so the ghost stays upright.
• Mind the scallops. The middle trim should alternate with the bottom trim, so line up the starting stitch as explained above.
• Choose your colors. Glow-in-the-dark yarn is a fun twist on this crochet halloween ghost free pattern.

Variations on the Crochet Halloween Ghost Free Pattern

Once you have finished your first ghost, try these ideas with the same crochet halloween ghost free pattern:

• Make a mini ghost keychain with a lighter yarn and a smaller hook.
• Create a big ghost using chunky yarn and a larger hook.
• Skip the hat and add a witch hat, bow or pumpkin for a Halloween party set.
• Use different hat colors to make a whole ghost family.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Crochet Halloween Ghost Free Pattern

Is this crochet halloween ghost free pattern really free?

Yes. This crochet halloween ghost free pattern is written out in full below, with no sign-up and no paywall. You can read it on the page and work from it straight away.

What skill level is this crochet halloween ghost free pattern?

It is rated intermediate. You need a magic ring, increases, invisible decreases, working in the front and back loops only, and basic half-double and double crochet for the trims.

What yarn should I use for the crochet halloween ghost free pattern?

The sample uses Kismet – Raeesah 100% pure cotton in DK weight with a 2.5mm hook. Cotton gives crisp stitch definition, which keeps the ghost firm and helps the ruffled sheet hold its shape.

How big is the finished ghost?

With DK cotton and a 2.5mm hook, the ghost is a small, hand-sized amigurumi, about as tall as a palm. Use thicker yarn and a bigger hook if you want a bigger ghost, and add extra stuffing.

Can I sell items made from this crochet halloween ghost free pattern?

Check the designer’s terms before selling. Crochet pattern designers often allow small-batch sales of finished items if you credit them, but not reselling or redistributing the written pattern itself.

Does the crochet halloween ghost free pattern use US or UK terms?

It uses US terminology (sc, hdc, dc). If you crochet in UK terms, convert sc to dc and dc to tr before you begin.

Final Thoughts on This Crochet Halloween Ghost Free Pattern

That is the complete crochet halloween ghost free pattern: a stuffed ghost base, three scalloped trims, a blushing face and a dapper little top hat. It works up fast, looks great in Halloween displays, and makes a thoughtful handmade gift. If you made your own ghost from this crochet halloween ghost free pattern, share a photo and tag it on social media. Save this crochet halloween ghost free pattern to Pinterest so you can find it again next October. Happy crocheting!