Halloween is the perfect time to combine cozy stitches with spooky charm, and this crochet ghost scarf is the perfect way to do it!
Worked in three festive colors and decorated with six playful ghost appliques, this scarf is a fun and festive accessory for the season.
This free pattern is written in toddler, child, and adult sizes, so the whole family can enjoy their own ghostly scarf.
Whether you’re making one for a Halloween costume or to add a seasonal touch to your fall wardrobe, it’s sure to bring smiles.
The body of the scarf is crocheted with a simple stitch repeat: single crochet, chain 1, skip the next stitch. On the following row, you’ll continue by working into each chain space.
It’s an easy, relaxing pattern that works up quickly and looks great in multiple colors.
And here’s the best part—there are no ends to weave in!
Instead, you’ll use the yarn tails as fringe for a polished finish, trimming them to the perfect length.
With its cozy texture, colorful stripes, and six little ghosts, this Halloween scarf is a festive project you’ll love making and wearing year after year.
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Happy crocheting! 👻🎃🧣
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Crochet Ghost Halloween Scarf Pattern
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Materials:
-Size H (5.00 mm) crochet hook
-Size G (4.5 mm) crochet hook (for ghosts)
-Medium weight (size 4) yarn in 4 colors – black, green and white (see chart for recommended yardage)
-Tapestry needle
Abbreviations (US terms):
st(s) – stitch(es)
ch – chain
hk – hook
sp – space
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
sl st – slip stitch
Gauge:
17 sts (sc + ch-1 spaces) x 19 rows = 4″
Note:
To add more width to the scarf, simply work additional rows of white before continuing the color pattern. (Current width measures approx. 4 3/4″.)
Fasten off the color at the end of each row, except for the white rows. There’s no need to carry unused yarn, which helps keep the color pattern clean and crisp.
This design has no ends to weave in. Simply add more fringe and trim to your desired length.
The pattern is easily customizable to any size. Follow the chart recommendations and gauge. Your starting chain should always be an odd number.
Pattern:
Chain for corresponding size:
Row 1 (Black):
Sc in the 2nd ch from hook, ch 1, *sk next st, sc in next st,* repeat from * to * across. Fasten off, leaving a 5″ tail.
Row 2 (Green):
Join color 2, ch 1, sc in first ch-1 sp, *ch 1, sc in next ch-1 sp,* repeat from * to * across. Fasten off, leaving a 5″ tail.
Rows 3–6: Repeat Row 2, using:
Row 3 – White
Row 4 – Black
Row 5 – Green
Row 6 – White
Rows 7–12: Repeat Row 2, using:
Row 7 – Black
Row 8 – Green
Row 9 – White
Row 10 – Black
Row 11 – Green
Row 12 – White
Rows 13–16: Repeat Row 2, using:
Row 13 – Black
Row 14 – Green
Row 15 – White
Row 16 – Black
Fasten off.
Fringe:
Cut 10″ strands of each color. Attach each strand to the matching color on the scarf:
Fold the yarn in half.
Pull the middle through the end of the scarf.
Yarn over and pull through all strands.
Trim tails to 3–4″ or desired length.
Ghost Appliqué Pattern (size G 4.5 mm hook, white yarn-make 6)
Pattern:
Ch 6.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hk and in each ch across. (5 sc)
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in last st, turn. (7 sc)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (7 sc)
Row 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in last st, turn. (9 sc)
Rows 5–9: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (9 sc each row)
Row 10 (Shaping): Ch 1, sc in first st, 3 dc in next st, sc in next 2 sts, 3 dc in next st, sc in next 2 sts, 3 dc in next st, sc in last st. (15 sts total)
Edging:
Sc evenly around the ghost until you reach the bottom left corner. Sl st to join. Fasten off.
Finishing:
With black yarn and tapestry needle, sew on eyes and mouth. Fasten off and weave in all ends.
Sew onto scarf with a tapestry needle and white yarn.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
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