Handmade ghost crochet designs available for free download

Handmade ghost crochet designs available for free download

Crochet enthusiasts, get ready to add a spooky and adorable addition to your Halloween decor with our latest free pattern: Gloria the Ghost! This charming ghost is perfect for cake toppers, keyrings, or even as a standalone decoration.

Materials Needed

To create Gloria the ghost, you'll need the following materials:

• White DK yarn
• A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook
• Safety eyes
• Toy stuffing
• A tapestry needle
• A stitch marker

For the keyring ghost pattern, you'll also need:

• DMC Satin Thread
• A 1.75mm hook
• Black felt
• A key ring
• Glue

Making Gloria the Ghost

Gloria the ghost is made using the amigurumi method without closing off each round with a slip stitch. The body of the ghost is worked directly onto the head in rows.

1. Row 1: Work a dc in next 2 dc, ch6, turn.
2. Row 2: Work ss to 2nd ch from hook, dc in next ch, htr in next ch, 2tr in next ch, tr in last ch, ss to top of ch-3, do not turn.
3. Row 3: Work ss to 2nd ch from hook, dc in next ch, htr in next ch, 2tr in next ch, tr in last ch, ss to top of ch-3, do not turn.
4. Row 4: Work ch1, dc in top of ch-3 and next 5 tr, turn.
5. Row 5: Work with ch1, 1dc in first st, 2dc in next st, dc in next 4 st, 2dc in last st, turn.
6. Row 6: Work ch1, dc2tog, dc in next 4 dc, dc2tog, turn.
7. Row 7: Work ch1, dc2tog, dc in next 2 dc, dc2tog, turn.
8. Row 8: Work ch1, dc2tog, dc in last 2 dc, turn.
9. Row 9: Work ch1, dc2tog, dc in last dc, ch4, turn.
10. Row 10: Work ss to 2nd ch from hook, dc in next ch, 2htr in next ch, dc2tog over last 2 dc.

Once the body is complete, fasten off and weave in ends. The finished ghost is approximately 13cm (5in) tall.

Additional Patterns

For those looking to create a spook-tacular handmade decor for Halloween, the article also provides free crochet patterns for bunting ghosts and cake topper ghosts. Additionally, a free amigurumi bat pattern is available for making an amigurumi friend for your ghost.

Learning New Techniques

Making small patterns and motifs is a great way to learn different techniques and develop your crochet skills. So, why not give Gloria the ghost a try and add some spooky charm to your Halloween decorations?

Please note that the pattern is written in UK terminology but can be converted to US terms using the provided guide. Happy crocheting!

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