Crochet Ghost Walking Dog Amigurumi Pattern

This adorable ghost walking a ghostf dog statue that can be found at Homesense and Marshalls has taken the internet by storm this summer as people get ready for Halloween decorations.

This charming duo has captured the hearts with their spooky yet endearing appeal and because of the Internet’s ability to make anything viral these days, they are SOLD OUT everywhere. You’ll likely find resellers trying to hike up the prices on Internet marketplaces.

However, with this easy-to-follow free crochet pattern, you can make a miniature version of this viral sensation. This crochet pattern is quick and fun and it’s perfect for both seasoned crocheters and beginners.

I made this piece using Scheepjes Glow Cup yarn so it boasts a mesmerizing glow-in-the-dark feature. Imagine the enchanting sight of these ghostly friends illuminating your space after a day of absorbing light. It adds an extra fun layer of spookiness to your creation!

To achieve the best glow, expose the yarn and/or your finished amigurumi to bright light for approximately 30 seconds before turning off the lights. Watch as the ghost and its dog come to life with a soft, ethereal glow that will captivate everyone’s attention.

If you don’t have the listed yarn on hand, don’t worry. Because this project is made using one yarn weight without mixing various yarns together, you can substitute it with a different yarn weight/category (along with the appropriate hook size) to make it bigger/smaller.

Not only is this project fun, but it also makes a fantastic Halloween decoration. Display your finished amigurumi on your mantelpiece, bookshelf, or anywhere you want to add a touch of spooky charm.

So gather your crochet hooks and yarn, and a touch of Halloween spirit. This charming amigurumi is sure to become a cherished addition to your collection and a conversation starter among your friends and family!

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What You Need / Materials

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Stitches & Abbreviations

• st/sts – stitch/stitches
• ch – chain
• slst – slip stitch
• sc – single crochet
• sc inc – single crochet increase, 2 single crochets in one stitch
• sc dec – single crochet decrease, single crochet 2 stitches together
• BLO – back loop only
• FLO – front loop only

Notes

• This pattern is written in US crochet terms.
• I made this amigurumi doll using the “Yarn Under Single Crochet” technique. This technique makes the stitches tighter and appears more aligned.
• Use the ultimate finish method to close up the amigurumi after filling it with polyester stuffing.
• Use the invisible fasten-off method to neatly finish the skirts before weaving in the ends.
• Crochet in continuous spiral rounds. Do not join at the end of each round unless otherwise stated. Use a running stitch marker to keep your place when crocheting in rounds.
• Optional: Use the invisible increase and invisible decrease for a nicer finish.
• Change to a different yarn weight/category and appropriate hook size for this project to make it bigger/smaller.

Pattern

Ghost Head

Using a 3.5 mm crochet hook and glow-in-the-dark yarn…

Round 1: Magic ring with a base of 6 sc (6 sts)

Round 2: Sc inc in each st (12 sts)

Round 3: [Sc, sc inc] x 6 times (18 sts)

Round 4: [Sc, sc inc, sc] x 6 times (24 sts)

Round 5: [3 sc, sc inc] x 6 times (30 sts)

Round 6-9: Sc in each st around (30 sts x 4 rounds)

Round 10: Sc BLO in each st around (30 sts)

Round 11: [3 sc, sc dec] x 6 times (24 sts)

Round 12: [Sc, sc dec, sc] x 6 times (18 sts)

Round 13: [Sc, sc dec] x 6 times (12 sts)

Put in your safety eyes. I put mine between rows 7 and 8, about 4 stitches apart. Stuff the head with poly-fil before the opening gets too small.

Round 14: Sc dec in each st around (6 sts)

Ghost Body / Skirt

Using a 3.5 mm crochet hook and glow-in-the-dark yarn…

Round 1: Join to the FLO of Round 9, sc in each st around (30 sts)

Round 2: [2 sc, sc inc, 2 sc] x 6 times (36 sts)

Round 3: Sc in each st around (36 sts)

Round 4: [5 sc, sc inc] x 6 times (42 sts)

Round 5: Sc in each st around (42 sts)

Round 6: [3 sc, sc inc, 3 sc] x 6 times (48 sts)

Round 7: Sc in each st around (48 sts)

Round 8: [7 sc, sc inc] x 6 times (54 sts)

Round 9: Sc in each st around (54 sts)

Round 10: [4 sc, sc inc, 4 sc] x 6 times (60 sts)

Round 11: Sc in each st around (60 sts)

The skirt will be round and flare out slightly. All you have to do is manipulate it into folds/waves with your hands.

Arms (make 2)

Using a 3.5 mm crochet hook and glow-in-the-dark yarn…

Round 1: Magic ring with a base of 6 sc (6 sts)

Round 2: [Sc, sc inc, sc] x 2 times (8 sts)

Round 3-4: Sc in each st around (8 sts x 2 rounds)

Cut and fasten off.

Sew them on both sides of the amigurumi ghost body.

Ghost Dog Body

Using a 3.5 mm crochet hook and glow-in-the-dark yarn…

Round 1: Ch 5, slst into the second ch from the hook (this does not count as a stitch), 2 sc, 3 sc into the last chain. Turn. Now working on the other side of the foundation ch, 2 sc, 3 sc into the last ch (10 sts)

Round 2: [2 sc, 3 sc inc] x 2 times (16 sts)

Round 3: 2 sc, [sc, sc inc] x 3 times, 2 sc, [sc, sc inc] x 3 times (22 sts)

Round 4: Sc in each st around (22 sts)

Round 5: Working in the BLO, sc in each st around (22 sts)

Round 6: 2 sc, [sc, sc dec] x 3 times, 2 sc, [sc, sc dec] x 3 times (16 sts)

Stuff the body with poly-fil before the opening gets too small.

Round 7: [2 sc, 3 sc dec] x 2 times (10 sts)

Ghost Dog Skirt

Using a 3.5 mm crochet hook and glow-in-the-dark yarn…

Round 1: Join to the FLO of Round 4, sc in each st around (22 sts)

Round 2: Sc inc in each st around (44 sts)

Round 3: Sc in each st around (44 sts)

Ghost Dog Head

Using a 3.5 mm crochet hook and glow-in-the-dark yarn…

Round 1: Magic ring with a base of 6 sc (6 sts)

Round 2: [Sc, sc inc] x 3 times (9 sts)

Round 3-4: Sc in each st around (9 sts x 2 rounds)

Round 5: [Sc inc] x 5 times, 4 sc (14 sts)

Round 6: 3 sc, [ch 3, sc from the second ch from the hook and down the ch] (first ear), 4 sc, [ch 3, sc from the second ch from the hook and down the ch] (second ear), 7 sc (14 sts around the head, 3 sts for each ear)

Round 7: 3 sc, skip the first ear, 4 sc, skip the second ear, 7 sc (14 sts)

Stuff the head with poly-fil before the opening gets too small.

Round 8: Sc dec in each st around (7 sts)

Attach the head to the body. Use a small amount of thin black yarn to embroider the eyes on the dog. Then use a little more thin black yarn to make a collar around the dog’s neck and a leash.