• Free crochet pattern

9 Crochet Halloween Ghost

A palm-sized pocket cephalopod worked in eight quick tentacle chains with seamless color transitions and neat little safety eyes.

Pattern details & materials

Everything you need before grabbing your hook. This beginner-friendly project uses standard terminology and common craft supplies. Skill level: Beginner friendly, with basic magic ring, chain, and single crochet knowledge required. Time needed: Approximately 1 to 2 hours per charm, from the first magic ring to the final woven tail. Hook size: 2.5 mm (US size B/1) metal crochet hook. Yarn and materials: Fine-weight 100% cotton yarn in white, black, orange, green, purple, and yellow.

— Step-by-step tutorial

Work the magic ring

Make a magic ring with your main color and crochet six single crochet stitches into it. Pull the tail to close the ring, then increase round by round to shape the rounded base of your charm.

Step 2

Shape the body

Work in continuous rounds until the piece reaches the right shape, then stuff lightly before closing. Crochet the small extras such as the witch hat, curly stem, ears, tail, and bow tie, and set them aside for assembly.

Step 3

Assemble the character

Attach the eyes and embroider the smile and cheeks. Use a tapestry needle to sew on the extra pieces, weave in all the ends, and attach the metal keyring loop on top.

+ Completed piece

Finished project

Your Halloween charms are ready. Clip them to your keys or bag, or gift the whole set for a cozy autumn treat.

• Helpful maker advice

Tips and notes

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Relax your tension

Choose pure cotton

Steam block gently

Keep your treble petal stitches moderately loose so the flower lies completely flat instead of curling inward at the tips.

Unmercerized cotton absorbs cold drink condensation effectively and withstands hot mugs far better than synthetic yarns.

Pin out each petal on an ironing board and hover a steam iron briefly to give your floral edges a crisp, professional finish.

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