Create Halloween Amigurumi: Crochet Mini Ghost

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Materials Needed
3. Crocheting the Top Portion
   1. Creating the Magic Circle
   2. Round 2: Single Crochet in each stitch
   3. Round 3: Two Single Crochet in each stitch
   4. Round 4: Increasing stitches
   5. Rounds 5-8: Single Crochet in each stitch
4. Crocheting the Bottom Portion
   1. Creating the Magic Circle
   2. Round 2: Two Single Crochet in each stitch
   3. Round 3: Increasing stitches
   4. Round 4: Single Crochet in each stitch
   5. Joining the bottom to the top portion
5. Adding the Eyes and Stuffing
6. Creating the Arms
7. Conclusion

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will be crocheting a cute and adorable weeboo ghost amigurumi. This ghost is perfect for Halloween decorations or as a gift for ghost enthusiasts. We will guide you step by step on how to create this little ghost using simple crochet techniques. Get your crochet hooks and yarn ready, and let's get started!

Materials Needed

Before we begin, make sure you have the following materials:

• Crochet hooks (size may vary based on your preferred yarn weight)
• Yarn (preferably in white or any desired ghost-like color)
• Stuffing material
• Safety eyes (available in various sizes)
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Now that we have everything we need, let's move on to crocheting the top portion of our ghost amigurumi.

Crocheting the Top Portion

Creating the Magic Circle

To start, we will create a magic circle to form the center of our ghost. Follow these steps:

1. Hold the yarn end between your fingers and wrap the yarn around your fingers, overlapping the tail end.
2. Insert your crochet hook under the first loop and pull the second loop through it.
3. Chain one to secure the loop.

Round 2: Single Crochet in each stitch

Next, we will single crochet six stitches into the magic circle. Here's how:

1. Insert your hook into the center of the magic circle.
2. Yarn over and pull through the loop.
3. Yarn over again and pull through both loops on your hook.
4. Repeat this process until you have a total of six single crochet stitches.

Round 3: Two Single Crochet in each stitch

In this round, we will increase the number of stitches by working two single crochet stitches in each stitch from the previous round. Follow these steps:

1. Start by placing a stitch marker in the first stitch of this round.
2. Work two single crochet stitches in the first stitch.
3. Continue to work one single crochet stitch in each stitch until you reach the end of the round.
4. Once complete, you should have a total of 12 stitches on this round.

Round 4: Increasing stitches

Now, we will continue to increase the number of stitches in our ghost. Here's what you need to do:

1. Remove the stitch marker and work two single crochet stitches in the first stitch.
2. Place the stitch marker back in the first stitch.
3. Work one single crochet stitch in the next two stitches.
4. Continue alternating between two single crochet stitches and one single crochet stitch until the end of the round.
5. You should have a total of 18 stitches on this round.

Rounds 5-8: Single Crochet in each stitch

For the next four rounds, we will simply work one single crochet stitch in each stitch. Repeat this process until you have completed round eight. Make sure to place a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round to keep track of your progress.

Now that we have finished the top portion of our ghost amigurumi, let's move on to crocheting the bottom portion.

Crocheting the Bottom Portion

Creating the Magic Circle

Just like we did at the top, we will create a magic circle to start the bottom portion of our ghost. Follow the same steps as before:

1. Hold the yarn end between your fingers and make a loop.
2. Insert your hook into the loop and make a chain one to secure it.

Round 2: Two Single Crochet in each stitch

In this round, we will work two single crochet stitches in each stitch from the previous round. Follow these steps:

1. Insert your hook into the center of the magic circle.
2. Yarn over and pull through the loop.
3. Yarn over again and pull through both loops on your hook.
4. Repeat this process until you have a total of 12 single crochet stitches.

Round 3: Increasing stitches

We will continue to increase the number of stitches in this round. Here's what you need to do:

1. Work two single crochet stitches in the first stitch.
2. Work one single crochet stitch in the next stitch.
3. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round.
4. You should have a total of 18 stitches on this round.

Round 4: Single Crochet in each stitch

For the final round of the bottom portion, we will work one single crochet stitch in each stitch. Repeat this process until you have completed round four.

Joining the bottom to the top portion

To complete our ghost amigurumi, we will now join the bottom portion to the top portion. Here's how:

1. Trim the excess yarn from the beginning of the bottom portion to avoid any interference.
2. Line up the ending stitches of the bottom portion with the corresponding stitches on the top portion.
3. Insert your hook through both sets of stitches and work a single crochet stitch to join them.
4. Continue working single crochet stitches until the opening is almost closed.
5. Stop to add a little more stuffing to give our ghost a sturdy shape.
6. Finish the row of single crochet stitches until the opening is completely closed.
7. Slip stitch into the next stitch to secure the closure.
8. Chain one and tie off the yarn, pulling it through the chain one stitch to secure it.
9. Weave in any loose ends to give our ghost a clean finish.

Adding the Eyes and Stuffing

Now that our ghost amigurumi is complete, it's time to add some personality. Here's what you need to do:

1. Attach safety eyes to the top portion of the ghost using the provided stoppers at the back.
2. Add stuffing to the ghost, making sure to fill it firmly for a sturdy shape.
3. Rearrange the eyes to the desired position.

Creating the Arms

To give our ghost amigurumi some cute little arms, follow these steps:

1. Create another magic circle.
2. Single crochet six stitches into the magic circle.
3. Slip stitch into the next stitch to secure the circle.
4. Chain one and tie off with a long enough tail for sewing the arms onto the ghost.
5. Shape the arm by pushing a little bit of the center tail into it as stuffing.
6. Use a tapestry needle to stitch the arm onto the side of the ghost where desired.
7. Tie off the yarn on the back side of the arm and trim any excess.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully completed crocheting your very own weeboo ghost amigurumi. This adorable little ghost is ready to join your Halloween decorations or bring a smile to someone's face as a gift. We hope you enjoyed this tutorial and found it easy to follow along. Don't forget to show off your finished ghost amigurumi and share it with us. Happy crocheting!