Crochet Halloween Ghost Garland Pattern

This crochet Halloween ghost garland pattern creates seven consistent flat motifs for a friendly mantel or shelf decoration. Exact shaping and measured cord placement keep the finished banner balanced.

Pattern Details

• Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6)
• Finished Size: Each ghost is 4 inches tall; finished seven-ghost garland is approximately 48 inches
• Gauge: 16 single crochet stitches and 18 rows = 4 inches
• Terminology: US
• Estimated Time: 4–5 hours
• Construction: One flat shaped ghost is worked in rows and repeated seven times; motifs attach to a measured crochet cord.
• Skill level: Easy

Why You’ll Love It

The small motifs use approachable rows, embroidered faces, and a counted scallop hem. Repeating one audited ghost gives the garland a polished rhythm.

Materials

• 220 yards ivory worsted cotton
• 45 yards charcoal worsted cotton
• 15 yards burnt-orange worsted cotton
• Small amount black embroidery yarn
• 4 mm hook
• Yarn needle
• Stitch markers
• Scissors
• Tape measure

Abbreviations and Special Stitches

• ch: chain
• dc: double crochet
• sc: single crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)

Scallop: one slip stitch followed by three double crochet across a two-stitch section.

Important Notes

• The motifs are decorative and are not toys.
• Turning chains do not count as stitches.
• Make seven motifs from the same yarn and hook.
• Use flat yarn embroidery instead of plastic eyes.
• Keep the garland away from open flames and inspect every attachment before hanging.

Complete Instructions

1. Row 1: Ch 7, skip first chain, sc in each remaining chain, ch 1 and turn (6 sts)
2. Row 2: Work 2 sc in first stitch, sc across 4 stitches, 2 sc in last stitch. (8 sts)
3. Row 3: Sc across and turn. (8 sts)
4. Row 4: Work 2 sc in first stitch, sc across 6 stitches, 2 sc in last stitch. (10 sts)
5. Row 5: Sc across and turn. (10 sts)
6. Row 6: Sc across and turn. (10 sts)
7. Row 7: Sc across and turn. (10 sts)
8. Row 8: Sc across and turn. (10 sts)
9. Scallop Row 9: Repeat sl st in next stitch, 3 dc in next stitch. (20 sts)

Make Seven Identical Ghosts

Repeat Rows 1–9 six more times. Embroider two vertical eyes and a small smile between Rows 3 and 5, keeping every yarn end on the back.

Garland Cord

1. With charcoal, ch 181 for a cord approximately 48 inches long.
2. Starting 18 chains from one end, mark seven attachment points 24 chains apart. This uses 144 chains between the first and seventh points and leaves balanced tying ends.
3. At each mark, sl st through the top-center stitch of one ghost and the cord chain. Add a small burnt-orange yarn knot halfway between neighboring ghosts.

Assembly and Finishing

1. Weave every motif end through at least six same-color stitches.
2. Lay the garland flat, confirm all seven ghosts face forward, and adjust only the removable spacer knots.
3. Gently tug every join before hanging indoors.

Helpful Tips and Customization

• Block all motifs to the same 4-inch height before attaching.
• Change spacer color without changing the 24-chain interval.
• For a shorter banner, use five ghosts and preserve the same spacing.

FAQ

Can I make more ghosts?

Yes. Add 24 cord chains for each additional motif.

Is the garland suitable outdoors?

It is intended for dry indoor decoration.