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Gwin the Ghost Decoration
This easy crochet ghost pattern is free and quick to make. It took me less than a day to design, which means you can most likely crochet it within a couple of hours. But remember, it’s not about speed… unless you’re last-minute crocheting for Halloween, of course! 😉
This is a beginner-friendly Halloween crochet pattern, however it will help to have some crochet experience and be comfortable with basic crochet stitches (single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet), crocheting back and forth in rows, as well as crocheting in the round.
Gwin the Ghost Decoration was made with Halloween in mind, but isn’t meant to give the little ones too much of a scare. With his rosy pink cheeks and cute little smile, Gwin keeps a watchful eye over anyone he loves during the spooky season.
If you do decide to crochet Gwin the Ghost Decoration, I would love to see your makes! You can share them with me on social media by posting a photo and tagging me @cillacrochets and by using the hashtag #CillaCrochets. I can’t wait to see your Gwin!
Without further ado, let’s get to the pattern!
Happy crocheting!
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Gwin the Ghost Decoration Crochet Pattern Information
Materials Needed
Here’s what you’ll need to crochet the easy ghost decoration:
- DK/Light Worsted Weight yarn. I used Ricorumi DK Cotton in the following colours:
- Colour A – White (19 grams = 44 m/ 48 yds)
- Colour B – Pink (1 grams = 2.3 m / 2.5 yds)
- Colour C – Black (1 grams = 2.3 m/ 2.5 yds)
- Crochet hook size 2.5 mm (Use C in US)
- Stuffing
- Needle
- Scissors
- Pins
- Stitch marker
Crochet Ghost Size
With the yarn and hook mentioned above, my crocheted ghost ornament turned out to be 9.5cm/3.8″ high (excluding chain loop) by 8cm/3.1″ wide.
Gauge
Gauge is not required for this pattern, however for reference my gauge was:
13 sc stitches on 5 cm / 1.97 “
13 rows on 5 cm / 1.97 “
Crochet Pattern Abbreviations
This crochet pattern is written in US terms.
R# – Row/round number
st – Stitch
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip stitch
mc – Magic circle
sc – Single crochet
hdc – Half double crochet
dc – Double crochet
[…] x … – Repeat the sequence of stitches in brackets x-times
(…) – Total number of stitches at the end of each row/round
Crochet Top Tips & Additional Pattern Information
- Yarn: The yarn choice is completely up to you, and you can change the yarn weight, material, and colours based on your own personal preference. Just be aware that the weight of your yarn may impact the hook size you need to use and also the size of your final make.
- Hook size: I recommend using a smaller hook size than recommended on the yarn label. This will stop the stuffing appearing through your stitches.
- Working in rows: This pattern is crocheted back and forth in rows unless otherwise stated.
- Stitch marker: Use a stitch marker at the beginning of each row to keep track of the number of stitches.
- Construction: This decoration is made by crocheting two flat pieces. These two pieces are then joined together by crocheting around the sides. The decoration is stuffed as you join the pieces together. This is all explained as you move throughout the pattern.
- Copyright: You are more than welcome to sell your crocheted creations using this pattern on a small scale. However, the pattern itself cannot be reproduced, sold, or redistributed in any way without the designers’ consent. For more information, please read the full copyright notice at the bottom of this page.
Gwin the Ghost Decoration Crochet Pattern
Ghost (Make 2)
Using Colour A Yarn (White).
This piece is worked flat by crocheting back and forth in rows. We start from the top of the ghost and work our way down.
Start: ch 12
R1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook sc in each st across, ch 1, turn (11)
R2: inc, 9 sc, inc, ch 1, turn (13)
R3: inc, 11 sc, inc, ch 1, turn (15)
R4 – R6: sc across, ch 1, turn (15) – 3 rows
R7: 7 sc, inc, 7 sc, ch 1, turn (16)
R8 – R10: sc across, ch 1, turn (16) – 3 rows
R11: 8 sc, inc, 7 sc, ch 1, turn (17)
R12 – R13: sc across, ch 1, turn (17) – 2 rows
R14: 8 sc, inc, 8 sc, ch 1, turn (18)
R15 – R16: sc across, ch 1, turn (18) – 2 rows
R17: 8 sc, inc, 9 sc, ch 1, turn (19)
R18 – R19: sc across, ch 1, turn (19) – 2 rows
R20: 9 sc, inc, 9 sc, ch 1, turn (20)
R21 – R22: sc across, ch 1, turn (20) – 2 rows
In the next two rows, you will crochet four bumps at the bottom of the ghost.
R23: [sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc] x 4, ch 1, turn (20)
R24: [sc, hdc, 2 dc in next st, hdc, sc] x 4 (24)
Cut yarn and fasten off. Sew in all yarn ends.
Follow all steps to make a second ghost.
See completed ghosts in the image below.
Cheeks (Make 2)
Using Colour B Yarn (Pink).
This piece is worked in rounds.
R1: mc with 6 sc, sl st to first sc in round to join, ch 1 (6)
R2: [inc] x 6 (12)
Cut yarn leaving a longer yarn tail for sewing and fasten off. I recommend using an invisible fasten off.
Repeat steps above to make a second cheek.
Eyes (Make 2)
Using Colour C Yarn (Black).
R1: mc with 6 sc, sl st to first sc in round (6)
Cut yarn leaving a longer yarn tail for sewing and fasten off. I recommend using an invisible fasten off.
Repeat steps above to make a second eye.
Sewing
Sew cheeks and eyes to one of the ghosts as shown in the image below. The ghost you choose will be the one that sits at the front of the decoration.
Gwin the Ghost Decoration Assembly Instructions
Step 1: Crochet ghost together and stuff
Hold the two ghosts together so the sides of both pieces are aligned. Ensure the ghost with the cheeks and eyes is at the front.
Now we’re going to crochet around the sides of both ghosts to join them together. St count doesn’t matter here, however you can see the st counts in the diagram below.
Insert crochet hook into the top left corner stitch of both ghosts (see image below) and attach Colour A Yarn (White). We will now crochet along the sides of both pieces to join them together.
sc around sides of Ghosts to join them together. 2 sc in each corner st (see diagram). Stuff piece when you’ve reached half way, and continue to stuff as you crochet.
*When you reach the middle st at the top of the Ghost (see assembly diagram), 1 sc in this st, ch 20, sc in same st, continue to sc until you reach where you started and sl st to your very first sc.
Please note: The loop of the hanging decoration can be made longer or shorter by adding or removing ch sts. Check you are happy with the length of the loop before cutting your yarn.
Cut yarn leaving a yarn tail of approximately 10cm/4″ for sewing.
Sew yarn tail through bottom sts (first & last) of loop to secure.
Weave any remaining yarn tails into the Ghost to hide. See Ghost sewn together in the image below.
Step 2: Embroider mouth and eyes (optional)
Using black embroidery thread, embroider a mouth in the middle of the ghost cheeks. Using white embroidery thread, embroider a little white spec into each eye.
Congratulations, you’ve finished crocheting your Gwin the Ghost Decoration!
I hope you’ve enjoyed this easy crochet ghost pattern.
I’d absolutely love to see your creations and share them with the crochet community. You can share your makes with me by posting a picture on social media using the hashtag #CillaCrochets and by tagging me @cillacrochets. I’ll also see your makes if you upload a project (with a photo) to Ravelry linking to my pattern.
Until next time, happy crocheting,
Cilla x
Copyright Notice
© 2023 Cilla Crochets. Cilla Richards – All rights reserved. This pattern is for personal use only.
The pattern (or parts of it) may not be reproduced, distributed or resold, translated, published, altered, shared, or posted (for sale or for free) over the internet or offline.
You can sell items made from this pattern if they are handmade by yourself in a limited number and you give credit to the designer. Please add the following text to your item description for any item designed by Cilla Crochets/Cilla Richards that you are selling:
“This product is handmade by [your name] from a design and pattern by Cilla Richards at Cilla Crochets. See www.cillacrochets.com for more information.”
