25 Free skull crochet pattern
How about a fun, free skull crochet pattern collection to spice up your decorations this season?
Are you looking to spice up your Halloween decorations or love adding gothic flair to your crochet projects? Look no further! This post is your one-stop guide to creating incredible crochet skull patterns that are easy to follow and high on the spooky meter.
How to crochet a skull
These crochet skull patterns included in this round-up were selected across all expertise ranges. This means, there is something for everyone.
Materials needed to crochet a skull
Yarn – You can use any yarn weight to make a skull, as there are different types of skulls. The thinner the yarn weight, the smaller the skull. Most of the patterns I have included use worsted-weight yarn. You can use colors of your choice. Most crochet skulls can be made using white for the skull and any color for the background.
Crochet hook: Size H (5.0mm) crochet hook
Polyfiber – When making Amigurumi crochet skulls.
Stitch markers
Scissors
Yarn needle
Skill level required to make a crochet skull
The skills required range from beginner to advanced crocheters. The various crochet skulls included in this roundup have something for everyone.
Stitch Abbreviations for crochet skulls
- SC = Single Crochet
- DC = Double Crochet
- CH = Chain
- ST = Stitch
- SL ST = Slip Stitch
Ideals of projects that can be made from crochet skulls
You can make absolutely any project from your skull projects. These can be joined together. Blankets, scarves, Pillows, Amigurummi’s, Garments, bookmarks, etc.
Best free skull crochet patterns
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Halloween Skull Garland - Free Pattern & Beginner Guide
- A fun way to decorate your house this season! I love the colors for these crochet skulls.
- Super fun and easy pattern, starting from the eyes!
- You need any worsted-weight yarn in colors of your choice.
- The finished measurement = 4in wide, 6in tall.
2
Free Crochet Skull Pattern
- A very easy and beautiful crochet skull.
- These motifs can be made in various colors and used as coasters, and decorations; you can even sew them on your pants or jacket.
- The pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial.
- Give them to your friends or keep them for yourself. Make sugar skulls by embellishing them with bright embroidery floss.
- Yarn = You can use any weight for these skulls. The prototype was made using worse weight.
- Rating - 5 out of 5 stars. Easy to follow instructions and works up quickly.
3
Crochet Skull Pattern: Simple Skull – Sugar Skull Reversible Softie
- How about a reversible crochet skull? This reversible amigurumi pattern includes two variations – a simple skull and a sugar skull.
- Make both variations for a two-sided softie; choose one to repeat on both sides, or keep one side blank in your version.
- This crochet skull measures approximately 7” (18 cm) across at the widest point before stuffing.
- Yarn - You need worsted weight yarn in colors of your choice, safety eyes or buttons, and polyfill.
- Rating - This is a super fun project with detailed instructions that are easy to follow. This is a 5 out of 5 stars.
4
Day Of The Dead Skull Motif
- The lists of things to use your crochet skulls for.
- This is a beautiful example of what to make with skull appliques.
- Make Earrings! How cute are these?
- You could even make these in various colors to match your outfits.
- Yarn = Any thread in colors of your choice will make these into cute earrings.
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Round Plush Skull
- It's time for the cutest crochet skull! Oh, I love this one as you can even make a small blanket and attach this as a lovely!
- Yarn = Any Worsted weight yarn will work!
- You also need Polyfill, hot glue, and stitch markers.
- The finished measurement = 2.5" by 3"
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Sugar Skull Ski Mask
- A crochet skull ski mask is the perfect way to show your skill as a crocheter!
- Yarn = Any worsted weight yarn in colors of your choice. The prototype used White, Black, Shocking Pink, Turqua, and Spring Green.
- Other materials include = adhesive gem jewels., and scissors.
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Sugar Skull Amigurumi Free Crochet Pattern
- The sugar skull amigurumi, or a Calavera, is a decorative skull used in the Mexican celebration of the Day of the Dead.
- These sugar skulls can also be used for Halloween decorations.
- The finished measurements are approximately 30cm/12″ from top to bottom.
- Yarn - The body was made with worsted weight yarn, and the decorations were with DK.
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Fast, easy crochet skull amigurumi
- How realistic are these cute crochet skulls?
- Not only is this a super easy pattern, but you have a video tutorial teaching you how to make your skulls.
- Get your supplies ready for some magic; you will love these skulls.
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Skull Ornament pattern
- Okay, this is another cute one for all my skull-loving crochet friends!
- How about decorating your trees with cute skulls made out of yarn?
- Yarn = size 10 cotton and a 1.75 hook
- This crochet skull ornament is available as a free download, and you will love the pattern.
10
Skull Granny Square Garland Crochet Pattern
- This crochet pattern is a breath of fresh air and uses colors to decorate for the season.
- Inspired by the Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead).
- You can incorporate these crochet skulls into a cute scarf or make more motifs to form a blanket, garments, beanie, and more.
- Yarn = Worsted weight yarn in colors of your choice.
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Skull Afghan Square
- Another fun thing to turn your crochet skulls into is making them beautiful squares and ultimately into different things like pillows, blankets, and many more.
- This beautiful square uses different colors; you will need about 16 - 22 yards for your square.
- Yarn = Any worsted-weight yarn.
Crochet skull Blankets
The list of projects (crochet blankets) made from skulls can not be exhausted.
You can combine multiple skull squares to make a big blanket or a few, like 4 - 8 squares, and sew to make an Afghan. Another option is to make a huge skull into a blanket!
Choosing yarn for your crochet skull blanket depends on the type of skull you are using.
Any Yarn from #3 to #5 will make a perfect skull blanket.
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Crochet Skull Blanket Corner-to-Corner Pattern
- This blanket is the perfect definition of spooky and cozy! It uses the C2C technique, and there is a graph with a detailed pattern for each row.
- I particularly love the natural colors used.
- The finished measurement is about 40" by 50"
- Made using an Aran weight yarn.
- This skull blanket is a perfect project for a movie night and fun!
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Halloween Crochet Blanket
- This next crochet skull blanket is all shades of spooky! It's a quick and easy project, for that matter.
- Difficulty = Intermediate
- Yarn - Any Aran weight yarn in two contrasting colors.
- The finished measurement = 36 x 45 inches. You could add more squares in the same sequence to make your desired measurement of the skull blanket.
- Rating = 5 out of 5 stars.
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C2C Skull Crochet Blanket Pattern – Free Crochet Pattern
- How about incorporating skulls into making a blanket? This project does that.
- The C2C Skull Crochet Blanket Pattern is a great crochet project perfect for advanced beginner crocheters to intermediate crocheters!
- It uses basic crochet stitches that will work up in no time.
- Yarn - Any worsted weight yarn in at least two colors to show the beautiful skulls. You will need about 2539 yards of the main colors and 296 yards of the contrasting color.
- The finished crochet skull blanket measures 46.26 x 61.5 inches.
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Chunky Skulls Mosaic Chart pattern
- How beautiful is this crochet skull blanket? If C2C is not your thing, this is a perfect project.
- It uses the overlay mosaic techniques.
- Yarn - I love that you can use any yarn weight for this project. Just follow the repeat in the pattern.
- The pattern contains a chart to help you make yours.
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Crochet Pattern – Solid Body Skull Scarf
- This is by far the cutest crochet skull scarf I have seen. The colors are perfect for this project!
- Yarn - Made using Fingering weight yarn in about 490 - 600 yards.
- The finished skull scarf measures about 9” wide and 80” long; you can adjust the length as you make yours.
- Difficulty - Intermediate.
- Once you master the first sets of rows, the patterns become super easy to follow and make.
- Rating = 5 out of 5 stars! Fun, easy-to-follow pattern.
Spooky Crochet Skull Scarf Free Patterns
- Next is a no-sew crochet skull scarf that can be made over a weekend.
- Yarn - The prototype uses Light Fingering in about 460 - 470 yards.
- There is also a video tutorial to help with this.
- Difficulty - Intermediate.
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Lost Souls Scarf pattern
- Another fun crochet skull scarf pattern
- I love that you can make this in any yarn weight you choose. Correspond your hook with the yarn.
- Oh, this is another pattern that repeats the first skull, making it super easy to make.
- You can also customize the length of this scarf!
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Crochet Skull Shawl Free Pattern
- Made with Sport weight yarn, you can easily substitute it with any yarn weight. This shawl is super easy to adjust to your preferences.
- The estimated yardage will depend on the yarn weight and how wide you want your scarf.
- The finished skull shawl can measure as wide as 70”x30”. You can also customize yours to have a perfect fit.
- Rating = 5 out of 5 stars. I love that this project is super easy to adapt and can use any yarn weight.
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Granny Crochet Skull Shawl pattern
- This is a mixture of the traditional crochet skull with spooky skulls.
- The project has both written and Video tutorials to help you make yours.
- Yarn - Made using Fingering Weight yarn in colors of your choice.
- Difficulty = Intermediate.
Crochet skull Garment Patterns
21
Red Heart Skull Sweater
- How cute is this crochet skull sweater?
- The skull sweater is perfect when you need a look to wear during the Halloween season. It's definitely cool in a spooky way and lets you join the party in style.
- Yarn - You need any Aran-weight yarn in at least two colors.
- Estimated yardage = 1536 - 2560 yards
22
Halloween Shrug with Skulls
- This crochet skull shrug is so cute! I love the incorporation of the stitches and skulls.
- The pattern has both video and written patterns.
- It is made using 4 ply yarn and comes only in one size.
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crochet skull granny square pants tutorial | Halloween crochet pants
- Looking for spooky, yet stylish, pants for Halloween?
- These crochet skull pants are perfect! It’s easy to make, and can be worn year-round! It’s the spookiest time of the year, and what better way to celebrate than with handmade crochet skull pants?
- The pattern has a detailed video tutorial to help with making your own pair of pants with a spooky skull design.
- This project is perfect for both beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Yarn - Any chunky weight yarn in about 2000 - 2050 yards.
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Halloween crochet cardigan | Ghostober crochet cardigan | crochet skull granny square cardigan
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Lily Sugar'n Cream Skull Trick or Treat Bag
- How best is it to trick and treat than with a crochet skull bag?
- This Halloween crochet bag will be a favorite for tiny trick-or-treaters.
- Make it as-is, in all its spooky sweetness, or play around with colors to complete a more personalized bag for your excited little goblin.
- The bag measures approx. 6" diameter x 6" high [15 x 15 cm], excluding handle
- Yarn - You need a worsted-weight yarn of about 240 yards.
- My rating = a 5 out of 5 stars! It is a super cute finished bag with easy to follow instructions.
How do I care for my finished crochet skull project?
The washing technique will be determined by a few things, which include the type of yarn the project made. Most of the yarn will come with instructions on how to care for the yarn. if in doubt, gentle hand wash in cold water on a gentle cycle, and lay flat to dry.
When you make any of these skull crochet patterns, share them with me.
I can’t wait to see your beautiful makes! Come share your projects with me and the crochet community on Facebook and on Instagram.
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