Crochet ghost granny square pattern
Add a cute spooky touch to your Halloween projects with this crochet ghost granny square. The smiling white ghost pops against the black background, giving the finished square a playful 3D look.
It’s a fun Halloween block to use on its own or mix with other spooky squares for a larger seasonal project.
Quick answer
This advanced beginner crochet ghost granny square is made with worsted weight (#4) yarn and an H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook. A white circular center is crocheted first, then black rounds use the circle-to-square method to form the square. A scalloped ghost body, eyes, and smile are added afterward. The finished square measures approximately 7.25 × 7.25 inches.
Crochet ghost granny square pattern details
Here’s a quick overview of the materials, sizing, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.
Skill level
Advanced beginner — This pattern uses basic stitches, simple shaping, color changes, the circle-to-square technique, and applique assembly.
Avoid frustration by learning the most common crochet mistakes beginners make and how to fix them.
Materials needed
- H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook
- Worsted weight yarn (#4) in black and white
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Finished size
The finished ghost granny square measures approximately 7.25 × 7.25 inches.
Gauge
16 stitches × 9 rounds = 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 stitch
- sc = single crochet stitch
- hdc = half double crochet stitch
- sc2tog = single crochet decrease
- ch/chs = chain stitch/chain stitches
- st/sts = stitch, stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
Pattern notes
- The pattern is written in US terms.
- You will make the granny square first and then add the ghost parts.
- The granny square is made with the circle-to-square technique.
- Join each round with a slip stitch to the first stitch made in that round.
- Repeat instructions between the asterisks (*) for the rest of the round.
- The beginning chain does not count as a stitch.
Magic circle alternative
If you find the magic ring/circle tricky, try this easier method for round 1: Chain 3, make 11 dc in the 3rd ch from the hook, join (11 stitches)
Free crochet ghost granny square pattern instructions
Make the granny square first, then add the ghost applique details, eyes, and smile.
Crochet the granny square
White yarn
Rnd 1: Magic circle, 11 DC, join to first DC (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, make 2 DC in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 DC, DC in the next st*, join (33 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 DC, DC in the next 2 sts*, join with black yarn (44 stitches)
Black yarn
Rnd 5: Ch 2, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the next st, dc in the next 10 sts; repeat from * around, join. (56 dc, 4 ch-2 corner spaces)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, dc in each st around, working (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in each ch-2 corner space, join. (72 dc, 4 ch-2 corner spaces)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, dc in each st around, working (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in each ch-2 corner space, join. (88 dc, 4 ch-2 corner spaces)
Rnd 8: Ch 2, dc in each st around, working (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in each ch-2 corner space, join. (104 dc, 4 ch-2 corner spaces)
Add the bottom of the ghost
Join white yarn at the bottom of the white center circle to begin the ghost body.
Row 1: Ch 2, DC between the 2nd set of DC stitches in the corner, HDC in 11 sts, DC between the 1st set of DC stitches in the corner, turn (13 stitches)
Row 2: [*skip a st, 4 DC in next st, skip a st, slip st in next st*] repeat 3 times, sl st in the last st, fasten off
Sew the bottom of the ghost to the granny square.
Crochet the ghost eyes
Make 2 using black yarn.
Rnd 1: Magic circle, 8 HDC, join and fasten off (8 stitches)
Position the two eyes on the white ghost face. Using the yarn tails and a yarn needle, sew the eyes securely in place. Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Add the ghost smile
Use black yarn to stitch a smile on the ghost face.
Finishing
Fasten off and then weave in the ends. Block if desired.
Printable PDF pattern
This crochet pattern is also available as an ad-free PDF in my Etsy Shop: Halloween crochet granny squares bundle
Ways to use your ghost granny square
Use this ghost granny square for Halloween blankets, pillows, tote bags, cardigans, wall hangings, and other seasonal projects. You can also mix it with my bat square, spider square, cat square, eyeball square, jack-o-lantern square, skull square, or witch square to make a larger Halloween-themed project.
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You can also visit my full collection of home decor crochet patterns for even more handmade ideas to decorate every season.
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Happy crocheting! 🧶
— Melissa
