Welcome to the spooky and charming world of amigurumi! 👻✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Ghost Fridge Magnet—a playful and festive creation perfect for Halloween lovers, whimsical décor enthusiasts, or anyone who enjoys crafting adorable and functional plush designs! 🧶 Whether you love stitching up tiny ghosts, experimenting with textured details, or simply want to add a cheerful ghost magnet to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with a soft rounded shape, expressive eyes, and a touch of spectral charm! 🎃
This design embraces classic whites, soft textures, and intricate shaping to bring a fun and spooky presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Ghost Fridge Magnet turns out just right—ready to haunt your fridge or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out ghostly hues, and let’s stitch up a fantastic ghost magnet! 👻
👻 Amigurumi Ghost Fridge Magnet – Free Crochet Pattern
Halloween is never complete without a friendly ghost or two floating around the house! This amigurumi ghost fridge magnet is the perfect quick project for decorating your kitchen or gifting as a spooky treat. With its wavy sheet-like base, cute smile, and magnet on the back, this ghost will spread cheer (and a little spookiness) wherever it goes.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner – Basic stitches with simple shaping. Perfect for a fun, fast seasonal project.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 4–5 inches (10–13 cm) tall using velvet or worsted weight yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- Yarn:
- White (body) – velvet or worsted weight
- Black (eyes + smile embroidery)
- Hook: 3.0–3.5 mm
- Notions:
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Polyfill stuffing
- Flat round strong magnet
- Hot glue or fabric glue
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- sc – Single Crochet
- inc – Increase (2 sc in same st)
- dec – Decrease (sc two stitches together)
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- ch – Chain
- FO – Fasten Off
👻 Pattern Instructions
Ghost Head & Body
With White yarn:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc ×6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
7–18. sc around (36)
➡️ Do not close. Continue into the wavy sheet-like base.
Wavy Base (to mimic draped ghost sheet)
- (ch 6, sc in next 2 sts, sl st in next 2 sts) ×6 (creates 6 scallops)
- (optional for fuller ruffle): (sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc) in each ch-6 loop, sl st to anchor between scallops.
FO, weave in ends.
Arms (Make 2)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc ×6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12) - (1 sc, dec) ×4 (8)
Lightly stuff. FO and sew to sides of body.
Face
- Eyes: Embroider two small black ovals or use safety eyes (6–8 mm).
- Mouth: Embroider a curved smile with black yarn (backstitch or surface slip stitch).
Optional: Add pink cheeks with embroidery thread or blush.
Magnet Attachment
- Glue a flat round magnet to the back center of the ghost with hot glue or strong fabric glue.
- Let dry fully before using.
🎃 Finishing Touches
- Weave in any remaining ends.
- Shape the scallops with your fingers to give that soft, floaty look.
- Optional: Add a tiny bow, felt pumpkin, or use glow-in-the-dark yarn for extra Halloween fun!
💡 Customization Ideas
- Make a set of ghosts with different expressions (happy, spooky, sleepy).
- Use glow yarn so they glow eerily in the dark.
- Attach a keychain ring instead of a magnet for a portable charm.
✨ And there you have it – your spooky-cute fridge ghost with the same draped scalloped base as in the photo. Quick to make, fun to gift, and the perfect little Halloween companion. 👻
