Is this Halloween crochet blanket beginner-friendly?

This pattern is rated advanced beginner. The blanket is worked in rows of double crochet, but you will need to follow color changes to create the ghost design.

What size is the finished ghost baby blanket?

The finished blanket measures approximately 32 inches wide by 40 inches long, or 81.25 by 101.5 cm.

What yarn weight should I use?

Use worsted weight yarn, also known as medium weight or #4 yarn. The pattern uses gray, white, and black yarn.

How much yarn do I need?

You will need approximately 500 grams, or 18 ounces, of worsted weight yarn in total.

What crochet hook is used for this pattern?

The pattern uses an I-9, 5.5 mm crochet hook. You may need to change hook sizes to match the listed gauge.

What is the gauge for this blanket?

The gauge is 14 stitches and 10 rows of double crochet measuring 4 inches, or 10 cm.

How are the color changes worked?

Change colors on the final yarn over of the stitch before the new color begins. You can carry the unused yarn behind your stitches or cut and rejoin the yarn, depending on your preference.

Does the beginning chain count as a stitch?

No. Chain 3 at the beginning of each row, but do not count it as a stitch.

How can I keep the blanket edges straight?

Check your stitch count at the end of every row. Keeping the same number of stitches throughout the pattern will help prevent the blanket from becoming wider or narrower.

Halloween crochet blanket pattern: cute ghost baby blanket

Looking for a cute Halloween project for a little one? This ghost baby blanket is festive, cozy, and perfect for a baby’s first Halloween. The friendly ghost motif gives it a playful seasonal look without feeling too spooky.

Use it for fall nursery décor, a handmade baby gift, or Halloween photos for a sweet project you can bring out every spooky season.

Quick answer

This advanced beginner Halloween crochet baby blanket is worked back and forth in rows of double crochet using worsted weight (#4) yarn and an I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook. Color changes create repeating ghost designs along both ends with a solid center section. The finished blanket measures approximately 36 inches wide by 40 inches long.

Why you’ll love this pattern

Great colorwork practice: The ghost sections give you a fun way to practice clean color changes while the large solid center keeps the rest of the blanket simple.
Easy to personalize: Change the background or ghost colors to create your own Halloween color combination.

Halloween crochet blanket pattern details

Here’s a quick overview of the materials, sizing, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.

Skill level

Advanced beginner — This pattern is worked in rows of double crochet, but you’ll need to follow color changes to create the ghost design.

Materials needed

I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook
Worsted weight yarn (#4) in gray and white, plus scraps of black — approximately 500 grams (18 ounces) total
Yarn needle
Scissors

Finished size

36 inches wide by 40 inches long (91.5 cm wide by 101.5 cm long)

For more information on blanket sizes, visit my blanket sizing guide.

Gauge

14 double crochet stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)

Learn how to check crochet gauge before you begin so you can adjust your hook size if needed.

Crochet abbreviations

dc = double crochet
ch / chs = chain / chains
st / sts = stitch / stitches

Pattern notes

This blanket is worked back and forth in rows of double crochet stitches.
Carry the unused yarn behind your stitches when changing colors, or cut and rejoin the yarn as preferred.
Keep your color changes neat by changing colors on the final yarn over of the stitch before the new color begins.
Chain 3 at the beginning of each row. This does not count as a stitch.
Check your stitch count at the end of each row to keep the blanket edges straight.
Having trouble keeping the sides even? My how to crochet straight edges guide explains how to avoid missed stitches, extra stitches, and turning-chain mistakes.
The arrows show the direction each row is read. Read rows marked ← from right to left and rows marked → from left to right.

Pinterest pin for a Halloween crochet blanket pattern featuring a gray baby blanket with white ghost motifs along both ends and bright pastel text reading “Halloween Baby Blanket.”

Free Halloween crochet blanket pattern instructions

The blanket is worked primarily with double crochet stitches. My how to double crochet tutorial is helpful if you need a quick refresher.

The number after each color tells you how many double crochet stitches to make with that yarn. For example, (gray) x 8 means to work 8 double crochet stitches with gray yarn.

For help switching between yarn colors as you make the ghost design, visit my How to Change Colors in Crochet tutorial.

First row of ghosts

Check your stitch count at the end of every row. Each row should have 126 double crochet stitches.

← Row 1: Ch 129 with gray, dc into the 4th ch from the hook and in each remaining chain across, turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 2: Ch 3, (gray) x 126, turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 3: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 4, (gray) x 1, (white) x 3, (gray) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (gray) x 1, (white) x 3, (gray) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (gray) x 1, (white) x 3, (gray) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (gray) x 1, (white) x 3, (gray) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (gray) x 1, (white) x 3, (gray) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (gray) x 1, (white) x 3, (gray) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)

→ Row 4: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 5: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 6: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 7: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 8: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)

← Row 9: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 10: Ch 3, (gray) x 5, (white) x 11, (gray) x 10, (white) x 11, (gray) x 10, (white) x 11, (gray) x 10, (white) x 11, (gray) x 10, (white) x 11, (gray) x 10, (white) x 11, (gray) x 5, turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 11: Ch 3, (gray) x 6, (white) x 9, (gray) x 12, (white) x 9, (gray) x 12, (white) x 9, (gray) x 12, (white) x 9, (gray) x 12, (white) x 9, (gray) x 12, (white) x 9, (gray) x 6, turn. (126 stitches)

Solid blanket section

→/← Rows 12-88: Ch 3, (gray) x 126, turn. (126 stitches)

Second row of ghosts

← Row 89: Ch 3, (gray) x 6, (white) x 9, (gray) x 12, (white) x 9, (gray) x 12, (white) x 9, (gray) x 12, (white) x 9, (gray) x 12, (white) x 9, (gray) x 12, (white) x 9, (gray) x 6, turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 90: Ch 3, (gray) x 5, (white) x 11, (gray) x 10, (white) x 11, (gray) x 10, (white) x 11, (gray) x 10, (white) x 11, (gray) x 10, (white) x 11, (gray) x 10, (white) x 11, (gray) x 5, turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 91: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)

→ Row 92: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (black) x 1, (white) x 3, (black) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 93: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 94: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 95: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)

→ Row 96: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 8, (white) x 13, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 97: Ch 3, (gray) x 4, (white) x 4, (gray) x 1, (white) x 3, (gray) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (gray) x 1, (white) x 3, (gray) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (gray) x 1, (white) x 3, (gray) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (gray) x 1, (white) x 3, (gray) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (gray) x 1, (white) x 3, (gray) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 8, (white) x 4, (gray) x 1, (white) x 3, (gray) x 1, (white) x 4, (gray) x 4, turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 98: Ch 3, (gray) x 126, turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 99: Ch 3, (gray) x 126. (126 stitches)

Finish: Fasten off and weave in all remaining ends.

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— Melissa