Easily Learn to Crochet an Adorable Ghost Ornament!
Hi there! It’s an exciting day, y’all. I finally get to share my fun Halloween crochet pattern, this easy Ghost Ornament and it’s the perfect, adorable addition to your spooky festivities. With just a few basic stitches and some leftover yarn you can create this whimsical ghost with the free version below.
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I absolutely love designing quick and decorative patterns for the Halloween season especially when they work up so quickly like this little ghost. Not only is it easy to whip up, but it looks so cute in all the colors.
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“Who says ghosts can’t be adorable? Look at me, floating and cute.”
~ Unknown
Inspiration
So the idea for the Ghost Ornament crochet pattern actually came about 2 years ago. It’s been sitting quietly in my handy little “design book” and I’m super excited to finally share it with y’all. When Marie over at Underground Crafter invited me to participate in the 2025 Halloween Crochet Along I knew that this would be the perfect project for this amazing event.
NOTE: This ghost pattern is intended for decorative purpose only, not to be used as a toy for children.
If you need more inspiration for more Halloween decor patterns, then be sure to check out some of my other designs.
Design Details
For this scrappy pattern any worsted weight yarn should do. I used Red Heart Super Saver and I Love This Yarn for the ghosts shown throughout the post. Both of those worked up easily and you only need a 3.50 mm hook and about 31 yards of yarn to make this spooky ghost.
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The ghosts are made in one piece and take under an hour to make one. Beginning at the head and using only single crochet stitches you work in the round and then continue with the body by working chains. Then add eyes, mouth, and stuffing before cinching closed.
The safety eyes are optional but I choose to use them since my embroidering skills are not very good (lol). They measure 4″ tall making them the perfect size for decorating with.
Yarn Info!
The Ghost Ornaments shown throughout are made with I Love This Yarn and Red Heart yarn: white, medium purple, and black metallic.
Several of these yarns can be found on Amazon and if you want to check them out over there just click the photos below. **As an Amazon Associate I may earn from qualifying purchases.
With all the different colors available in worsted weight yarn you can make your ghost in almost any color imaginable. Look at these cuties from my amazing testers, Stacy & Michele! They used scrap worsted weight yarn and Lion Brand DIY Glow and they worked up wonderfully!
KEEP READING FOR THE FREE VERSION
Scroll down to view the free version and learn how to make this cute little Ghost Ornament. But, if you prefer the premium ad-free version, you can get it for a small cost in either of my shops. The shop links are listed below.
Where To Get The Ghost Ornament Crochet Pattern?
You can grab the downloadable PDF of the Ghost Ornament crochet pattern in my Etsy or Ravelry shops.
In the premium version, you will receive a beautifully formatted, easy-to-read PDF written pattern. Also included are photos tutorials for adding the eyes, mouth and stuffing.
Not ready to make your Ghost Ornament yet? Why not Pin it for later!!
Here Are Some Of My Favorite Tools for this crochet project!
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2025 Halloween Crochet Along With CAL Central
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Starting from August 18 to September 25, 2025, a group of twelve talented designers will be sharing free Halloween themed patterns every Monday and Thursday. These patterns will cover a wide range of crafts, ensuring that you and your house are fully prepared for trick-or-treating season. By the end of the CAL, you’ll have up to 12 spooky Halloween projects.
I’m excited to share that as part of this event, on Thursday, September 4, 2025, the Ghost Ornament is being featured. This pattern will forever be FREE here on the blog or you can grab the ad-free PDF for a small fee in my Ravelry and Etsy shops.
You can read all the details on the main event post from Underground Crafter here ➡️ 2025 Halloween Crochet Along
Ghost Ornament Crochet Pattern
What you will need for the Ghost Ornament crochet pattern
- Worsted weight (#4) yarn
- 31 yds
- 3.50 mm (E) hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Optional: Safety eyes, small amount of black yarn for the mouth
Pattern Notes
* Advanced beginner pattern.
** Written in US crochet terms.
* Finished size: 4″ when measuring from top of head to bottom of loops.
** Gauge: Not essential for this pattern.
* Chain stitch at the beginning of Rnd does not count as a stitch.
Stitch Key
BLO = Back Loop Only
ch = chain
FLO = Front Loop Only
join = invisible join
MC = Magic Circle
rep = repeat
sc = single crochet
Rnd(s) = Round(s)
sc dec = single crochet decrease
slst = slip stitch
sc inc = single crochet increase
st = stitch
Pattern Instructions
Head
Rnd 1:
sc in MC, join to 1st sc, ch 1. Close MC. (8 sc)
Rnd 2:
sc inc in each st around, join, ch 1. (16 sc)
Rnd 3:
*sc, sc inc; rep from * around, join, ch 1. (24 sc)
Rnd 4:
sc in each st around, join, ch 1.
Rnds 5 – 7:
rep Rnd 4.
Rnd 8:
sc dec around, join, ch 1. (12 sc)
Rnd 9:
*FLO sc, ch 1; rep from * around, slst to join to 1st sc, ch 1. (12 sc, 12 chs)
Rnd 10:
working in Rnd 8, BLO sc in each st around, slst to join to 1st sc, ch 1. (12 SC)
Rnd 11:
working in Rnd 10, sc, ch 1 in each st around, slst to join to 1st sc. (12 sc, 12 chs)
Do not finish off.
Body
Ch 19, working in Rnd 11, slst in beg sc to close the loop, slst in next ch sp, ch 25, slst in beg ch sp to close the loop, ch 25, slst in same beg ch sp to close the loop, *slst in next sc, ch 19, slst in beg sc to close the loop, slst in ch sp, ch 25, slst in beg ch sp to close the loop, ch 25, slst in same beg ch sp to close the loop; rep from *around, slst to join to 1st sc. (36 ch loops – 1 ch loop in each sc and 2 in each ch sp)
Finish off leaving an 8″ tail to cinch the ghost closed.
Adding eyes and mouth
- Attach eyes between Rnds 4 and 5 about 2 sts wide.
- Embroider mouth between Rnds 6 & 7 about 2 sts wide.
Stuffing and adding hanger
- Stuff then turn ghost upside down, using 8″ tail weave in and out of sts on Rnd 10. Cinch closed and finish off.
- For the hanger, cut 12″ string, knot ends together. Thread yarn needle and pull through Rnd 1.
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This easy Ghost Ornament is the perfect addition to your spooky festivities. With just a few simple stitches and some leftover yarn, you can create a whimsical ghost that will add a touch of charm to your Halloween decorations.
Happy crocheting, and as always, don’t be afraid to get creative and add your own personal touch to this pattern!
Angie 🤍🤍🤍
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