Crochet Faboolous the Ghost

Crochet Faboolous the Ghost is a charming and whimsical handmade creation that brings a touch of spooky cuteness to any setting. With its soft yarn and adorable design, this ghostly little figure is sure to bring smiles and a hint of Halloween cheer wherever it goes. Whether used as a decoration for a haunted house-themed party or as a fun addition to your year-round decor, Crochet Faboolous is a delightful companion that is bound to capture hearts with its friendly and playful appearance. Crafted with love and attention to detail, each stitch in this handmade ghost reflects the care and creativity that went into its making. Embrace the spook-tacular charm of Crochet Faboolous the Ghost and let its lovable presence add a touch of magic to your space.

SUPPLIES

• Crochet hook G/4.00 mm
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Black embroidery thread
• 9mm safety eyes
• Yarn needle (I use Clover Chibi Bent Tip Needle Set)
• Stitch marker, optional (I use Clover Locking Stitch Markers)
• Worsted weight yarn, I used the following yarn:
  • Red Heart Super Saver, White

NOTES

• Please read through the entire pattern before you start.
• Size: Approx. 5.5″ height x 3.25″ width
• Gauge: Not essential as long as you keep your tension consistent. (Try not to crochet too loosely to avoid stuffing being shown through your stitches.)

ABBREVIATIONS

ch = chain
sc = single crochet
sl st = slip stitch
st(s) = stitch(es)
rep = repeat
* – * = repeat instructions between asterisks as many times as directed

PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS

Arm(make 2)

Start with a magic ring, ch 1 to secure ring.

Round 1: Work 6 sc in magic ring. (6)

Round 2: *1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st*, rep from * – * around (9)

Round 3 – 5: 1 sc in each st around (9)

Sl st in next st and fasten off.

Body (worked from bottom to top)

With white yarn, ch 8.

Round 1: 2 sc in second ch from hook. 1 sc in next 5 sts. 4 sc in next st. Continuing on the opposite side of the chain, 1 sc in next 5 sts. 2 sc in last st. (18)

Round 2: 2 sc in first 2 sts. 1 sc in next 5 sts. 2 sc in next 4 sts. 1 sc in next 5 sts. 2 sc in last 2 sts. (26)

Round 3 – 4: 1 sc in each st around (26)

Round 5: 1 sc in first st. *1 sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st*, rep from * – * around until you have only 1 st left. 1 sc in last st. (30)

Round 6: *1 sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st*, rep from * – * around (36)

Round 7-11: 1 sc in each st around (36)

[Let’s attach the arms!]

Round 12: 1 sc in next 4 sts. Take first arm and flatten (lightly stuff if desired). Insert your hook through the first st as well as the st on the opposite side (skip one st on the side, see photo), then continue inserting your hook through the next st of the body. Yarn over, pull through all of the sts, yarn over again and complete 1 sc.

In the same manner, work 1 sc in next 3 sts while attaching the arm.

1 sc in next 4 sts of the body. Attach second arm in same manner as above in next 4 sts. Continue working 1 sc in next 20 sts. (36)

Start stuffing the body and continue stuffing till the end.

Round 13: *1 sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog*, rep from * – * around (30)

Round 14: *1 sc in next 13 sts, sc2tog*, rep from * – * around (28)

Round 15: *1 sc in next 12 sts, sc2tog*, rep from * – * around (26)

Round 16-17: 1 sc in each st around (26)

Round 18: *1 sc in next 11 sts, sc2tog*, rep from * – * around (24)

Round 19: 1 sc in each st around (24)

Place 9mm safety eyes between round 18 & 19, approx. 3 – 4 sts apart. Embroider the mouth using thread or thin yarn.

Round 20: *1 sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog*, rep from * – * around (18)

Round 21: sc2tog 3 times. 1 sc in next 3 sts. 2 sc in next 3 sts. 1 sc in next 6 sts. (18)

Round 22: *1 sc in next st, sc2tog*, rep from * – * around (12)

Round 23: sc2tog 2 times. 1 sc in next 2 sts. 2 sc in next 2 sts. 1 sc in next 4 sts. (12)

Remember to stuff, stuff, stuff!

Round 24: sc2tog around (6)

Round 25: sc2tog, 1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 2 sts. (6)

To create the little tip at the top, I worked a sc3tog (pull up a loop in each of the next 3 sts, yarn over, pull yarn through all 4 loops on hook), then made a sl st in each of the next 3 sts.

Leave a tail to close up the top and fasten off.