Ghost Witch Amigurumi For Spooky Halloween Display
Finished Size: Approximately 10 inches (25 cm) tall and 7 inches (18 cm) wide
Skill Level: Beginner
Estimated Time: 2-4 hours
Hook Size: 4 mm
Yarn: worsted yarn
Notions: Yarn needle, stitch marker, polyfill
Gauge: Approximately 12 sc x 14 rounds = 4 inches with 4 mm hook
What Makes This Pattern Special
There's something irresistibly charming about a tiny ghost peeking out from beneath a crooked witch hat, and this amigurumi brings that playful Halloween spirit right into your hands. Worked in worsted weight yarn with a 4 mm hook, the finished ghost stands approximately 10 inches (25 cm) tall and 7 inches (18 cm) wide, making it a perfect shelf companion for the spooky season or a year-round decoration for anyone who loves a touch of the super natural. The rounded body, flowing sheet edges, and pointed hat come together through simple single crochet stitches, gentle increases, and basic decreases that build the shape stitch by stitch.
Because this pattern is rated Beginner, every step is written out clearly with stitch counts at each round, so you can watch the figure take form without second-guessing your place in the pattern. The worsted weight yarn gives the body a soft, plush texture that holds its shape beautifully, while the slightly fuzzy halo of the ghost's sheet adds a cozy, handmade feel. You'll work the body as one continuous piece, then add the hat, face details, and tiny arms separately before joining everything together with straightforward sewing. The rhythm of the rounds is steady and meditative, the kind of project you can carry on a long car ride or settle into on a quiet evening.
Imagine setting this little witch-ghost beside a stack of spell books on October 31st, tucking one into a child's trick-or-treat basket as a keepsake, or gifting it to a friend who collects handmade Halloween decor. The size makes it substantial enough to display on a mantel or bookshelf, yet small enough to pack away easily with the rest of your seasonal decorations. For crocheters looking for a project that finishes quickly, uses familiar stitches, and results in something genuinely charming rather than another plain square, this amigurumi offers a satisfying change of pace. Grab your hook, your favorite worsted yarn in white and
Before You Start: Pattern Notes
This little ghost in a witch costume is a fun project for anyone who enjoys Halloween decor or wants a handmade gift for a friend who loves spooky-cute things. It works up quickly, uses only basic stitches, and the finished doll looks great sitting on a shelf, hanging from a doorknob, or tucked into a seasonal wreath. Because the pattern is simple and for giving, it suits first-time amigurumi makers as well as more experienced crocheters who want a relaxing, low-stress make. Kids also love helping choose the yarn colors, which makes it a nice project to share with a young helper.
For a finished ghost that measures roughly 10 inches (25 cm) tall and 7 inches (18 cm) wide, a medium weight yarn in white for the body gives the soft, billowy shape most people picture. The witch hat and collar can be black, deep purple, or forest green, and a tiny scrap of orange or yellow works well for a buckle or accent. A 4 mm hook is the only tool needed and pairs nicely with worsted weight yarn to keep the stitches firm so the stuffing does not peek through. If you prefer a slightly smaller doll, switch to a lighter yarn weight while keeping the same 4 mm hook, or go up to a bulky yarn for a plush, oversized version. Whatever you pick, work in good light so you can count your stitches clearly and keep the shape even.
The most common slip-up is adding too much stuffing, which pushes the stitches apart and makes the ghost look lumpy instead of round. Stuff firmly but gently, pausing often to pinch the shape back into place. Another easy mistake is skipping the stitch count on the first few rounds, which can throw off the whole body. A small scrap of yarn threaded through the first stitch works as a simple marker and saves a lot of frustration later on.
Your Supply List
| Material | Details |
|---|---|
| Yarn | worsted yarn in white, navy blue, orange, black |
| Hook | 4 mm crochet hook |
| Stuffing | Polyfill or fiberfill |
| Eyes | Safety eyes or embroidery thread |
| Extras | Yarn needle, stitch markers, scissors |
Gauge: Approximately 12 sc x 14 rounds = 4 inches with 4 mm hook. Not critical but aim for tight, even stitches, if stuffing shows through, go down one hook size.
Abbreviations You'll Need to Know
Note: This pattern uses US crochet terms. All rounds are worked in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise. Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round.
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sc | Single crochet |
| inc | Increase (2 sc in same stitch) |
| dec | Decrease (sc 2 together) |
| sl st | Slip stitch |
| ch | Chain |
How to Crochet This Pattern
head, white yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 6: sc around (30)
Rnd 7: sc around (30)
Rnd 8: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Rnd 9: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 10: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 11: dec around (6)
Rnd 12: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to navy blue yarn for the body.
body, navy blue yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (11 sc, inc) x 2 (26)
Rnd 6: sc around (26)
Rnd 7: sc around (26)
Rnd 8: sc around (26)
Rnd 9: sc around (26)
Rnd 10: sc around (26)
Rnd 11: (11 sc, dec) x 2 (24)
Rnd 12: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 13: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 14: dec around (6)
Rnd 15: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to white yarn for the arms.
arms (make 2), white yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (2 sc, inc) x 2 (17)
Rnd 4: sc around (17)
Rnd 5: sc around (17)
Rnd 6: sc around (17)
Rnd 7: sc around (17)
Rnd 8: sc around (17)
Rnd 9: sc around (17)
Rnd 10: sc around (17)
Rnd 11: sc around (17)
Switch to navy blue yarn for the hat.
hat, navy blue yarn
Rnd 1: Ch 24, join with sl st to form ring, sc in each ch around (23)
Rnd 2: sc around (23)
Rnd 3: sc around (23)
Rnd 4: sc around (23)
Rnd 5: sc around (23)
Rnd 6: sc around (23)
Rnd 7: sc around (23)
Rnd 8: sc around (23)
Rnd 9: sc around (23)
Fasten off. Do not stuff.
Switch to orange yarn for the hat band.
hat band, orange yarn
Row 1: Ch 24, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (23)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across (23)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc across (23)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc across (23)
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc across (23)
Row 6: Ch 1, turn, sc across (23)
Row 7: Ch 1, turn, sc across (23)
Row 8: Ch 1, turn, sc across (23)
Row 9: Ch 1, turn, sc across (23)
cape or sash, orange yarn
Row 1: Ch 23, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (22)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across (22)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc across (22)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc across (22)
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc across (22)
Row 6: Ch 1, turn, sc across (22)
Row 7: Ch 1, turn, sc across (22)
Switch to white yarn for the hem.
hem, white yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: sc around (24)
Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 8: dec around (6)
Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to black yarn for the eyes.
eyes (make 2), black yarn
Use 6 mm safety eyes or embroidered eyes; place them on the upper half of the head, about one eye-width apart.
If using safety eyes, insert the posts before closing the head opening and secure the backs firmly on the inside.
If embroidering, work two small black satin stitches, then add a tiny white stitch highlight if desired.
mouth, black yarn
Embroider the mouth with black or dark brown thread after the eyes are placed.
Use a single curved satin stitch or back stitch, centered below the eyes and about 1.5 cm wide.
Switch to navy blue yarn for the apron.
apron, navy blue yarn
Row 1: Ch 15, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (14)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across (14)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc across (14)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc across (14)
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc across (14)
Row 6: Ch 1, turn, sc across (14)
Row 7: Ch 1, turn, sc across (14)
Row 8: Ch 1, turn, sc across (14)
Row 9: Ch 1, turn, sc across (14)
Row 10: Ch 1, turn, sc across (14)
Row 11: Ch 1, turn, sc across (14)
Row 12: Ch 1, turn, sc across (14)
Switch to orange yarn for the apron tie.
apron tie, orange yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: sc around (24)
Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 8: dec around (6)
Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to white yarn for the skirt ruffle.
skirt ruffle, white yarn
Rnd 1: Ch 32, join with sl st to form ring, sc in each ch around (31)
Rnd 2: sc around (31)
Rnd 3: sc around (31)
Rnd 4: sc around (31)
Rnd 5: sc around (31)
Rnd 6: sc around (31)
Rnd 7: sc around (31)
Rnd 8: sc around (31)
Rnd 9: sc around (31)
Rnd 10: sc around (31)
Rnd 11: sc around (31)
Fasten off. Do not stuff.
foot (make 2), white yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: dec around (6)
Rnd 4: fasten off, close hole (6)
bottom trim, white yarn
Rnd 1: Ch 29, join with sl st to form ring, sc in each ch around (28)
Rnd 2: sc around (28)
Fasten off. Do not stuff.
Switch to orange yarn for the scarf.
scarf, orange yarn
Row 1: Ch 11, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (10)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across (10)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc across (10)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc across (10)
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc across (10)
Row 6: Ch 1, turn, sc across (10)
Row 7: Ch 1, turn, sc across (10)
Row 8: Ch 1, turn, sc across (10)
Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing
Final Stitch Counts
- head: 30 stitches at widest point
- body: 26 stitches at widest point
- arms (x 2): 17 stitches at widest point
- hat: 23 stitches at widest point
- hat band: 23 stitches at widest point
- cape or sash: 22 stitches at widest point
- hem: 24 stitches at widest point
- eyes (x 2): See pattern
- mouth: See pattern
- apron: 14 stitches at widest point
- apron tie: 24 stitches at widest point
- skirt ruffle: 31 stitches at widest point
- foot (x 2): 12 stitches at widest point
- bottom trim: 28 stitches at widest point
- scarf: 10 stitches at widest point
Bring It All Together
1. Stuff head, body, foot firmly with polyfill for stability. Shape as you go, pressing and molding to match the reference photo. Add extra stuffing to the base for a sturdy foundation.
2. Sew arms to the body. Align carefully and pin in place before sewing. Check from all angles, then sew firmly with whipstitch.
3. Slip cape or sash over the body; do not stuff it. Whipstitch the top edge to the shoulders or neckline, and leave the hem free so the garment drapes naturally. Pin evenly before sewing to keep the opening centered.
4. Slip skirt ruffle over the body; do not stuff it. Whipstitch the top edge to the shoulders or neckline, and leave the hem free so the garment drapes naturally. Pin evenly before sewing to keep the opening centered.
5. Slip scarf over the body; do not stuff it. Whipstitch the top edge to the shoulders or neckline, and leave the hem free so the garment drapes naturally. Pin evenly before sewing to keep the opening centered.
6. Attach eyes to the head. Position on the upper half of the head, spaced about one eye-width apart. Secure firmly with embroidery thread or fabric glue. Embroider a small line below each eye for a more expressive look.
7. Sew mouth to the head. Pin in place before sewing to check positioning. Use whipstitch for a secure attachment.
8. Sew hat in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
9. Sew hat band in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
10. Sew apron in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
11. Sew apron tie in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
12. Sew bottom trim in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
13. Check all seams are secure. Gently tug each attached piece to test. Trim any loose yarn ends with sharp scissors. Weave in all remaining tails with a needle, passing through at least 3 stitches in each direction to prevent unraveling. Give the finished piece a gentle squeeze to distribute stuffing evenly and shape the final form.
Pro Tips and Care Advice
This little ghost in a witch costume is a well project for a beginner crocheter, and a few simple habits will help the finished doll look tidy and hold its shape. Working with a 4 mm hook throughout keeps your stitches consistent and your fabric firm enough to hold stuffing without sagging. The tips below focus on the small choices that make amigurumi easier and more enjoyable.
- Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round and move it up as you go, because amigurumi is worked in continuous spirals and it is easy to lose track of where the round starts.
- Keep your tension on the firm side so the stitches sit close together and the stuffing cannot peek through the gaps between them.
- Stuff the body and head firmly but evenly, adding small amounts of fiberfill at a time and shaping it into the corners with the back of your hook before the opening gets too small.
- Decrease by working two single crochets together through the front loops only, since this beginner method is easy to read and closes the top of the head neatly.
- When changing colors for the witch hat band or collar, work the last stitch of the old color until two loops remain on the hook, then pull the new color through those loops to keep the join secure and tidy.
- Before sewing pieces together, pin the arms, hat, and any costume details to the body with sewing pins so you can check the placement and the overall balance of the doll.
- Use a needle to weave in every yarn end along the inside of the stitches, because loose ends left on the surface can pull out when the doll is handled.
- Lightly steam-block the hat brim with your fingers or a damp cloth to help it curve nicely around the ghost's head.
Care instructions will keep the doll looking its best for many seasons of
Your Questions, Answered
What yarn and hook should I use for the ghost in witch costume amigurumi?
You will need worsted weight yarn in white, black, and a small amount of purple or green for the witch costume details. A 4 mm crochet hook pairs nicely with worsted weight yarn to create a tight stitch that keeps the stuffing inside. Using these exact materials helps your ghost in witch costume amigurumi hold its shape nicely.
How long will it take me to crochet the ghost in witch costume amigurumi?
Most crocheters finish the ghost in witch costume amigurumi in 2-4 hours, depending on your pace and experience. Beginners may take closer to 4 hours as they learn the stitches, while quicker crocheters can wrap it up in about 2 hours. The small size and simple shape help keep this project nice and short.
Is the ghost in witch costume amigurumi pattern beginner-friendly?
Yes, this pattern is rated as Beginner skill level, so it is perfect if you are new to amigurumi. You will only need basic stitches like single crochet, simple increases, and simple decreases. There are no tricky techniques like color work or the stitch detail, making the ghost in witch costume amigurumi a great starter project.
Can I sell the finished ghost in witch costume amigurumi I make from this pattern?
Yes, you are welcome to sell finished ghost in witch costume amigurumi dolls made from this pattern at craft fairs, online shops, or as gifts. Just be sure to credit the pattern designer when you list or share your finished items. Mass production for large factories is usually not allowed, so check the pattern terms for full details.
What if I want to change the colors of the ghost in witch costume amigurumi?
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