Crochet ghost pillow pattern
Add a little spooky-cute style to your fall décor with this crochet ghost pillow! The white ghost pops against the gray background for a simple Halloween design that’s fun to make and easy to display on a couch, chair, or bed.
Quick answer
This crochet ghost pillow pattern is an advanced beginner C2C crochet project made with worsted weight yarn and a G (4 mm) crochet hook. The finished pillow measures approximately 16.5 x 16.5 inches. Crochet one C2C front panel with a white ghost on a gray background and one solid gray C2C back panel, sew the panels together, and finish the pillow with a pillow insert or fiber fill.
Why you’ll love this crochet ghost pillow
- Cute Halloween design: The simple white ghost creates a playful look that works beautifully with Halloween décor.
- Great C2C project: This ghost pillow crochet pattern is a fun way to practice corner-to-corner crochet on a smaller project.
- Quick home décor project: At 16.5 inches square, the pillow is much faster to make than a full C2C blanket.
- Simple color palette: You only need worsted weight yarn in white and gray.
- Two easy panels: Make the ghost design for the front and a solid gray panel for the back.
- Easy to finish: Sew the two panels together and use either a pillow insert or fiber fill.
- Perfect for spooky season: This crochet Halloween pillow makes a fun handmade accent for fall and Halloween décor.
Not sure whether your hook is the right size for your yarn? My Crochet Hook Sizes Guide explains how crochet hook sizes can affect your stitches and finished project.
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Crochet ghost pillow pattern details
Here’s a quick overview of the materials, sizing, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.
Skill level
Advanced beginner — This C2C crochet pillow pattern uses basic corner-to-corner construction with color changes to create the ghost design. You should be comfortable following C2C instructions and changing yarn colors as you work.
Materials
- G-6 (4 mm) crochet hook
- Worsted weight yarn (#4) in white and gray
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- 16-inch pillow form or fiber fill
Finished size
The finished crochet ghost pillow measures approximately 16.5 inches wide by 16.5 inches tall.
Gauge
Gauge: 7 C2C blocks = 4 inches (10 cm)
My guide to crochet gauge explains how to measure your stitches and adjust your hook size.
Abbreviations
- ch = chain
- dc = double crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
Pattern notes
- This pillow is made from two C2C crochet panels: one front panel with the ghost design and one solid gray back panel.
- Follow the pixel graph or written instructions.
- Each block is chain 3 + 3 double crochet.
- Chain 6 to start a new row.
- ↙ means you are working on the right side.
- ↗ means you are working on the wrong side.
- Sew the two panels together around the edges, leaving an opening for the pillow insert or fiber fill.
- Add the pillow insert or fiber fill, then sew the remaining opening closed.
Free crochet ghost pillow pattern instructions
You can follow either the C2C graph or the written instructions to make the front ghost panel. New to corner-to-corner crochet? My C2C video tutorial walks you through the technique step by step.
After completing the front panel, crochet the solid gray back panel, then sew the two pieces together and add your pillow insert or fiber fill.
Graph
Download the ghost pillow pattern graph.
Written instructions
↙ Row 1: gray x 1 (1 block)
↗ Row 2: gray x 2 (2 blocks)
↙ Row 3: gray x 3 (3 blocks)
↗ Row 4: gray x 4 (4 blocks)
↙ Row 5: gray x 5 (5 blocks)
↗ Row 6: gray x 6 (6 blocks)
↙ Row 7: gray x 7 (7 blocks)
↗ Row 8: gray x 4, white x 1, gray x 3 (8 blocks)
↙ Row 9: gray x 3, white x 2, gray x 4 (9 blocks)
↗ Row 10: gray x 4, white x 2, gray x 4 (10 blocks)
↙ Row 11: gray x 4, white x 3, gray x 4 (11 blocks)
↗ Row 12: gray x 4, white x 3, gray x 5 (12 blocks)
↙ Row 13: gray x 6, white x 3, gray x 4 (13 blocks)
↗ Row 14: gray x 4, white x 4, gray x 6 (14 blocks)
↙ Row 15: gray x 7, white x 4, gray x 4 (15 blocks)
↗ Row 16: gray x 4, white x 5, gray x 7 (16 blocks)
↙ Row 17: gray x 8, white x 5, gray x 4 (17 blocks)
↗ Row 18: gray x 5, white x 5, gray x 8 (18 blocks)
↙ Row 19: gray x 8, white x 6, gray x 5 (19 blocks)
↗ Row 20: gray x 5, white x 6, gray x 9 (20 blocks)
↙ Row 21: gray x 9, white x 7, gray x 5 (21 blocks)
↗ Row 22: gray x 6, white x 7, gray x 9 (22 blocks)
↙ Row 23: gray x 5, white x 12, gray x 6 (23 blocks)
↗ Row 24: gray x 7, white x 12, gray x 5 (24 blocks)
↙ Row 25: gray x 5, white x 13, gray x 7 (25 blocks)
↗ Row 26: gray x 8, white x 12, gray x 6 (26 blocks)
↙ Row 27: gray x 9, white x 10, gray x 8 (27 blocks)
↗ Row 28: gray x 9, white x 10, gray x 9 (28 blocks)
↙ Row 29: gray x 9, white x 11, gray x 9 (29 blocks)
Corner: Start decreasing on both ends
↗ Row 30: gray x 9, white x 10, gray x 9 (28 blocks)
↙ Row 31: gray x 8, white x 4, gray x 1, white x 5, gray x 9 (27 blocks)
↗ Row 32: gray x 9, white x 4, gray x 2, white x 1, gray x 1, white x 2, gray x 7 (26 blocks)
↙ Row 33: gray x 6, white x 2, gray x 2, white x 1, gray x 1, white x 5, gray x 8 (25 blocks)
↗ Row 34: gray x 8, white x 7, gray x 2, white x 1, gray x 6 (24 blocks)
↙ Row 35: gray x 5, white x 2, gray x 1, white x 7, gray x 8 (23 blocks)
↗ Row 36: gray x 7, white x 5, gray x 1, white x 5, gray x 4 (22 blocks)
↙ Row 37: gray x 4, white x 4, gray x 2, white x 4, gray x 7 (21 blocks)
↗ Row 38: gray x 6, white x 5, gray x 2, white x 4, gray x 3 (20 blocks)
↙ Row 39: gray x 3, white x 4, gray x 1, white x 5, gray x 6 (19 blocks)
↗ Row 40: gray x 5, white x 2, gray x 1, white x 7, gray x 3 (18 blocks)
↙ Row 41: gray x 3, white x 6, gray x 2, white x 2, gray x 4 (17 blocks)
↗ Row 42: gray x 4, white x 2, gray x 3, white x 4, gray x 3 (16 blocks)
↙ Row 43: gray x 3, white x 3, gray x 4, white x 2, gray x 3 (15 blocks)
↗ Row 44: gray x 3, white x 1, gray x 10 (14 blocks)
↙ Row 45: gray x 13 (13 blocks)
↗ Row 46: gray x 12 (12 blocks)
↙ Row 47: gray x 11 (11 blocks)
↗ Row 48: gray x 10 (10 blocks)
↙ Row 49: gray x 9 (9 blocks)
↗ Row 50: gray x 8 (8 blocks)
↙ Row 51: gray x 7 (7 blocks)
↗ Row 52: gray x 6 (6 blocks)
↙ Row 53: gray x 5 (5 blocks)
↗ Row 54: gray x 4 (4 blocks)
↙ Row 55: gray x 3 (3 blocks)
↗ Row 56: gray x 2 (2 blocks)
↙ Row 57: gray x 1 (1 block)
Back panel
Use gray yarn to crochet a solid C2C square that matches the front ghost panel.
The back panel should be 29 squares wide by 29 squares tall, just like the front panel. Work the entire panel in gray, increasing until you reach 29 blocks across, then decrease to complete the square.
When finished, the back panel should measure approximately 16.5 x 16.5 inches and match the front panel before you sew the two pieces together.
Assembling the crochet ghost pillow
Place the front and back panels together with the wrong sides facing each other and line up the edges evenly.
Using gray yarn and a yarn needle, sew the panels together around the edges. Leave one side partially open for stuffing.
Insert a 16-inch pillow form or add fiber fill until the pillow reaches your desired fullness.
Once the pillow is stuffed, sew the remaining opening closed. Fasten off and weave in all remaining ends.
Finishing
Once the pillow is fully assembled, weave in any remaining yarn ends and trim the excess yarn.
Gently shape the pillow with your hands so the corners and edges sit evenly. If you used fiber fill, redistribute the stuffing as needed for a smooth, even shape.
Your crochet ghost pillow is now finished and ready to display for Halloween.
Frequently asked questions
Is this crochet ghost pillow beginner-friendly?
This pattern is rated advanced beginner. It uses C2C crochet to create the front and back panels, with color changes used to form the ghost design on the front.
What size is the finished crochet ghost pillow?
The finished pillow measures approximately 16.5 inches wide by 16.5 inches tall.
What yarn weight should I use?
Use worsted weight yarn, also known as medium weight or #4 yarn, in white and gray.
What crochet hook is used for this pattern?
The pattern uses a G (4 mm) crochet hook.
How is the ghost pillow constructed?
Crochet one C2C front panel with a white ghost on a gray background and one solid gray C2C back panel. Sew the two panels together to create the pillow.
How do I stuff the crochet ghost pillow?
You can place a pillow insert inside the finished cover or stuff the pillow with fiber fill before sewing the opening closed.
Is the back of the ghost pillow patterned too?
No. The front panel features the white ghost design, while the back panel is worked in solid gray C2C crochet.
Can I use this crochet ghost pillow for Halloween décor?
Yes. This crochet ghost pillow makes a fun handmade accent for couches, chairs, beds, entryways, and other spaces you decorate for Halloween.
Do I need to know how to read a crochet pattern?
You should be comfortable following crochet instructions and C2C color changes. If you need help with abbreviations or written instructions, my How to Read a Crochet Pattern guide can help.
How to corner to corner crochet (C2C)
Never tried C2C before? No problem! I created a full video tutorial on my YouTube channel that shows you step-by-step how to follow a corner-to-corner crochet pattern.
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Happy crocheting! 🧶
— Melissa
