Creating a crochet ghost is a wonderful way to enjoy making things by hand. This easy tutorial is designed for beginners and experienced crafters who love fun design. You can make these small ghosts for Halloween decorations, gifts, or just to add a playful touch to your space. With their adorable design, they’re sure to bring smiles and a cozy handmade feel.
Crochet Amigurumi Ghost
These little ghosts are quick to make and don’t need much material. All you need is white yarn, a crochet hook, a bit of stuffing, and some safety eyes. You can even add a tiny smile and rosy cheeks for extra personality. This design is easy to follow, perfect for relaxing, and allows you to use your imagination.
Step By Step Pattern
Materials
You will need the following materials to create your amigurumi ghost:
- White Yarn: DIY Glow Lion Brand Yarn works excellently if you want glow-in-the-dark effects, but you can also use regular white acrylic yarn.
- Black Yarn: For stitching the ghost’s mouth.
- Pink Yarn: For optional blush cheeks.
- Crochet Hook: 4 mm hook (adjust if needed for your yarn).
- Stuffing: A small amount of fiberfill for the ghost’s head.
- Safety Eyes: 6 mm size.
- Stitch Marker: For marking rounds (especially useful with white yarn).
- Scissors: To trim yarn ends.
- Large-Eye Needle: For weaving in ends and assembling the ghost.
Stitch Guide
Here are the basic stitches and techniques used in this pattern:
Magic Ring
A foundation technique that creates a tight, adjustable loop for starting circular design. Wrap yarn around your fingers and crochet into the centre to begin.
Single Crochet (SC)
Insert your hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull through, then yarn over again and pull through both loops on your hook.
Increase
Work two single crochets into the same stitch.
Invisible Decrease
Pick up the front loops of the next two stitches, yarn over, pull through both loops, then complete a single crochet as usual.
Slip Stitch
Insert your hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull through the stitch and the loop on your hook.
Notes
- Gauge: Gauge isn’t crucial for this ghost, as the shape can be adjusted. Tight stitches are generally preferred for amigurumi, but the ghost’s “sheet” can be looser for a floaty effect.
- Customization Ideas:
- Use glow-in-the-dark yarn for added whimsy.
- Add facial expressions (e.g., sleepy eyes or a mischievous grin).
- Experiment with blush colours to give your ghost a unique personality.
Pattern Instructions
Part 1: Crochet the Ghost’s Sheet
- Start with a Magic Ring
- Chain 1 (does not count as a stitch).
- Make 6 single crochets into the ring.
- Tighten the centre and mark your first stitch with a stitch marker.
- Round 2 (Increase Round)
- Work 2 SC into each stitch (12 stitches total).
- Mark the first stitch of the round.
- Round 3
- Alternate: Work 1 SC into the next stitch, then 2 SC into the following stitch (18 stitches total).
- Round 4
- Alternate: Work 2 consecutive SC stitches, then 2 SC into the next stitch (24 stitches total).
- Rounds 5–6
- Work 1 SC into each stitch (24 stitches total per round).
- Round 7
- Work 1 SC into the next 5 stitches, then 2 SC into the following stitch. Repeat this sequence (28 stitches total).
- Rounds 8–9
- Work 1 SC into each stitch (28 stitches total per round).
- Round 10
- Work 1 SC into the next 6 stitches, then 2 SC into the following stitch. Repeat this sequence (32 stitches total).
- Rounds 11–12
- Work 1 SC into each stitch (32 stitches total per round).
- Round 13
- Work 1 SC into the next 7 stitches, then 2 SC into the following stitch. Repeat this sequence (36 stitches total).
- Rounds 14–15
- Work 1 SC into each stitch (36 stitches total per round).
- Round 16
- Alternate: Work 1 SC into the next 5 stitches, then 2 SC into the following stitch (42 stitches total).
- Round 17 (Final Round)
- Work 1 SC into the first stitch, then slip stitch into the next.
- Cut your yarn, leaving a tail for weaving in.
- Weave in the ends, flip the sheet inside out, and trim excess yarn.
Part 2: Crochet the Head
- Start with a Magic Ring
- Chain 1 and make 6 SC into the ring. Tighten and mark the first stitch.
- Round 2 (Increase Round)
- Work 2 SC into each stitch (12 stitches total).
- Round 3
- Alternate: Work 1 SC into the next stitch, then 2 SC into the following stitch (18 stitches total).
- Rounds 4–7
- Work 1 SC into each stitch (18 stitches total per round).
- Round 8 (Decrease Round)
- Alternate: Work 1 SC into the next stitch, then an invisible decrease over the next two stitches (12 stitches total).
- Stuff the head lightly with filling.
- Round 9 (Final Round)
- Work invisible decreases over all stitches (6 stitches total).
- Close the hole by weaving the tail through the front loops of the remaining stitches and pulling tight.
- Secure your yarn tail inside the head.
Part 3: Assemble the Ghost
- Turn the ghost’s sheet inside out again and attach the head to the sheet by sewing them together from the inside.
- Tie a secure knot to attach, hide the yarn tails, and flip the ghost’s sheet over the head.
Part 4: Add the Face
- Attach Safety Eyes
- Place the eyes between rows 6 and 7 of the sheet, with 2 gaps between the eyes.
- Add the backs to the safety eyes, and adjust their alignment by pressing them gently into the ghost’s head underneath the sheet.
- Embroidery the Mouth
- Using black yarn, stitch a small smile between the eyes. Knot the ends on the inside of the sheet and trim.
- Add Blush Cheeks
- Using pink yarn, stitch small blush spots under the eyes. Knot securely and trim the ends.
Shaping the Ghost
- Pose the Sheet: Pinch and fold areas of the ghost’s sheet to give it a floaty, whimsical appearance.
- Adjust the Eyes: Ensure the eyes are aligned adequately by gently pressing them into the underlying head.
Pattern Question:
Q: What yarn works best for this pattern if I don’t have glow-in-the-dark yarn?
A: Any standard white acrylic yarn works wonderfully, showcasing excellent stitch definition without needing glow-in-the-dark functionality.
