With the colder months creeping in and winter festivities peeking around the corner, I always get that urge to slow down and dive into some wholesome fall craft projects. If you’re curious on how I slow down and recharge, I’ve written more about it here! And what better way to get into the Halloween spirit than with a little spooky-but-cute crochet idea?
This tiny skull is a great addition to your Halloween decorations. I usually create a centrepiece with bare, twisted branches and orange flickering fairy lights, and I’m always on the lookout for new Halloween decorations to hang from them. I reckon this little skull, with a velvet lace loop on top, would be just perfect.
Let’s dive into the pattern!
Crochet Abbreviations (US Terms)
- Sc = Single Crochet (UK: Dc)
- 2scinc = 2 Single Crochet in next stitch (UK: 2dcinc)
- sc2tog = Single Crochet 2 together (UK: dc2tog)
- ch = Chain
Materials Needed
- Cotton yarn in White (1 ball) and Black (1 ball)
- Stuffing
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Safety eyes
- Row counter
- Stitch marker
- Yarn needle for sewing
Execution
Head
Using the white yarn and a 3.5 mm hook:
R1 – 8sc in magic ring [8]
R2 – 2scinc around [16]
R3 – (1sc, 2scinc) around [24]
R4 – 1sc in each stich [24]
R5 – (2sc, 2scinc) around [32]
R6 – 1sc in each stich [32]
R7 – (3sc, 2scinc) around [40]
R8 – 1sc in each stich [40]
R9 – (4sc, 2scinc) around [48]
R10 – R15 1sc in each stich (6 rows)
R16 – (4sc, sc2tog) around [40]
R17 – R19 1sc in each stich (3 rows)
R20 – (3sc, sc2tog) around [32]
R21 – R22 1sc in each stich (2 rows)
Stuff the head.
R23 – sc2tog around [16]
R24 – working in front loop only, 1sc in each stich [16]
R25 – 29 1sc in each stich (5 rows)
Fasten off and add more stuffing.
Jaw
Using white yarn:
R1 – 8sc in magic ring [8]
R2 – 2scinc around [16]
Position the jaw aligned with the base of the head and sc through both pieces (head and jaw) [16].
Slip stitch, fasten off, and weave in ends.
Nose
Use black yarn:
R1 – ch5, turn [5]
R2 – starting from second ch from how, 1sc in each stich, turn [4]
R3 – ch1, sc2tog *2, turn [2]
R4 – sc2tog [1]
Slip stich, fasten off and saw to the face.
Eyes and mouth
Use black yarn and a needle to embroider the eyes and mouth. Follow your spooky instincts, or my reference photo if you prefer!
Final Thoughts
I hope you enjoyed this little Halloween project! It’s one of my favourite crochet patterns for the fall season as it’s quick, beginner-friendly, and adds just the right touch of spooky cuteness to your seasonal décor.
Let me know if you make one—I’d love to see your versions!
Alla prossima!
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