Free Amigurumi Halloween Witch Pattern: Stitch Up Some Spooky Magic This Season

There is something deeply satisfying about bringing a tiny crocheted witch to life — the kind with a crooked hat, a little broomstick, and a mischievous expression that makes you want to display her front and center on your mantle from September through November. If you have been searching for a free amigurumi Halloween witch pattern, you have come to the right place. This pattern is designed to be beginner-friendly with a few intermediate touches, and it results in an adorable 7-inch witch that works up surprisingly quickly once you get into the rhythm of it.

Whether you are crafting for your own seasonal décor, making gifts for fellow Halloween lovers, or setting up a little crochet market booth this fall, this free pattern has everything you need to create a witch that is equal parts charming and spooky.

What You Will Need Before You Start

Getting your materials together before casting on your first stitch makes the whole process smoother. Here is a full list of what goes into this little witch.

Yarn: You will need worsted weight yarn in black (the main color for the dress and hat), skin tone or pale cream (for the face and hands), green (optional, if you prefer a classic green-skinned witch), purple or orange (for accent details like a hatband or striped stockings), and a small amount of white for the eyes.

Hook: A 3.5mm or 4mm crochet hook works best with worsted weight yarn for amigurumi, since you want your stitches tight enough that the stuffing does not show through.

Other supplies: Polyfill stuffing, two 6mm or 9mm safety eyes (or black buttons for children’s versions), a yarn needle for sewing pieces together, stitch markers, and a small amount of wire or a chopstick if you want to give your broomstick some rigidity.

Optional embellishments include small googly eyes for a more playful look, a tiny piece of orange or yellow felt for a buckle on the hat, craft glue, and thin brown yarn or twine for the broomstick bristles.

Gauge and Finished Size

Gauge is not critical for amigurumi, but as a general guide, 16 single crochet stitches and 18 rows should equal approximately 4 inches with a 3.5mm hook and worsted weight yarn. The finished witch will stand approximately 7 inches tall, not including the tip of her hat.

Abbreviations Used in This Pattern

This pattern is written in US crochet terminology.

sc — single crochet
inc — increase (2 single crochets in the same stitch)
dec — invisible decrease (insert hook through front loops of two consecutive stitches, yarn over and pull through, yarn over and pull through both loops)
sl st — slip stitch
ch — chain
MR — magic ring
BLO — back loop only
FLO — front loop only
st(s) — stitch(es)
rnd — round
rep — repeat

Part One: The Head

The head is worked in continuous rounds. Use your skin tone, pale cream, or green yarn.

Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around (12 sts)
Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) rep 6 times (18 sts)
Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) rep 6 times (24 sts)
Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) rep 6 times (30 sts)
Rnd 6: (sc 4, inc) rep 6 times (36 sts)
Rnds 7–14: sc in each st around (36 sts) — 8 rounds even
Rnd 15: (sc 4, dec) rep 6 times (30 sts)
Rnd 16: (sc 3, dec) rep 6 times (24 sts)

Before continuing, insert safety eyes between rounds 10 and 11, with approximately 8 stitches between them. Stuff the head firmly.

Rnd 17: (sc 2, dec) rep 6 times (18 sts)
Rnd 18: (sc 1, dec) rep 6 times (12 sts)
Rnd 19: Dec 6 times (6 sts)

Fasten off and close the remaining hole with your yarn needle. Weave in ends.

Part Two: The Body

The body is worked from the bottom up in black yarn. The slight flare at the hem creates the witch’s dress silhouette.

Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st (12 sts)
Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) rep 6 times (18 sts)
Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) rep 6 times (24 sts)
Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) rep 6 times (30 sts)
Rnd 6: sc in BLO around (30 sts) — this creates the hem ridge
Rnds 7–8: sc in each st around (30 sts)
Rnd 9: (sc 3, dec) rep 6 times (24 sts)
Rnds 10–12: sc in each st around (24 sts)
Rnd 13: (sc 2, dec) rep 6 times (18 sts)
Rnds 14–16: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Rnd 17: (sc 1, dec) rep 6 times (12 sts)

Stuff the body firmly before closing.

Rnd 18: Dec 6 times (6 sts)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Close the hole and use the tail to attach the head to the body.

Part Three: The Arms (Make Two)

Work in skin tone or green yarn for the hand section and black for the sleeve section.

With skin tone yarn:
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6 sts)
Rnds 2–4: sc in each st around (6 sts)

Switch to black yarn.

Rnds 5–12: sc in each st around (6 sts)

Do not stuff, or stuff very lightly. Flatten the top and sew closed with a few stitches. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for attaching to the body. Sew the arms to either side of the body at around round 15 (near the neck area).

Part Four: The Legs and Feet (Make Two)

The legs give your witch a bit of whimsy, especially if you add striped stockings.

With black or purple/orange striped yarn:
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st (12 sts)
Rnd 3: sc in BLO around (12 sts) — creates the shoe edge
Rnds 4–5: sc in each st around (12 sts)
Rnd 6: (sc 1, dec) rep 4 times (8 sts)

Switch to stocking color if using stripes (alternating rounds of two colors).

Rnds 7–16: sc in each st around (8 sts)

Stuff the foot lightly. The leg portion does not need much stuffing. Flatten the top and sew closed. Attach to the bottom of the body.

Part Five: The Witch Hat

This is the piece that really brings the character together. Work in black yarn.

Brim:
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st (12 sts)
Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) rep 6 times (18 sts)
Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) rep 6 times (24 sts)
Rnd 5: sc in FLO around (24 sts) — this creates the brim fold line
Rnd 6: sc in each st around (24 sts)

Do not fasten off. Continue working upward for the cone of the hat.

Rnd 7: (sc 2, dec) rep 6 times (18 sts)
Rnds 8–9: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Rnd 10: (sc 1, dec) rep 6 times (12 sts)
Rnds 11–13: sc in each st around (12 sts)
Rnd 14: (sc 1, dec) rep 4 times (8 sts)
Rnds 15–17: sc in each st around (8 sts)
Rnd 18: Dec 4 times (4 sts)

Fasten off and close. If you want a slight slouch to the hat, leave the tip unfilled and bend it at an angle before sewing the hat onto the head. For the hatband, cut a length of purple or orange yarn and use a slip stitch or running stitch around round 7 of the hat.

Part Six: The Broomstick (Optional but Wonderful)

Cut a wooden skewer or thin dowel to about 5 inches. Wrap it with brown yarn, securing the yarn at both ends with a dab of craft glue or a few tight wraps. For the bristles, cut approximately 20 strands of tan, brown, or gold yarn about 3 inches long each. Fold them over the bottom of the wrapped stick and tie them securely with a strand of yarn. Trim the bristles to a taper. You can place the broomstick in one of the witch’s hands and tack it in place with a few invisible stitches through the arm.

Finishing Your Witch: Face and Details

This is where your witch really develops her personality. Using black yarn and a yarn needle, embroider a tiny curved smile. If you want your witch to look extra mischievous, curve the smile slightly to one side. You can also add a tiny nose with just one or two satin stitches of the same skin tone yarn, or use a small black French knot.

For rosy cheeks, use a bit of pink or blush-colored yarn and a large needle to make two small circular embroidered patches, or simply brush on a tiny amount of pink chalk or blush makeup with a cotton swab for a surprisingly realistic flush.

If you want to add hair, cut strands of black or gray yarn and use a looped fringe technique to attach them along the top and sides of the head before placing the hat. You can braid or leave them loose for a wild, witchy look. Secure the hat to the head with a few stitches around the brim so it sits firmly in place.

Tips for Crocheting Amigurumi Halloween Figures

If this is one of your first amigurumi projects, a few habits will make a big difference in how polished your finished witch looks.

Work tightly. Amigurumi looks best when the fabric is dense enough that stuffing does not peek through. If you can see your polyfill through the stitches, try going down half a hook size.

Use stitch markers religiously. Because you work in continuous rounds, it is incredibly easy to lose track of where each round begins. Move your marker at the end of every single round.

Do not rush the stuffing. Many crafters under-stuff their amigurumi because they are eager to close up the piece. A well-stuffed figure holds its shape much better over time and looks more professional. Use a chopstick or the eraser end of a pencil to push stuffing into limbs.

The invisible decrease is your friend. The dec abbreviation in this pattern refers specifically to the invisible decrease, which keeps the fabric smooth and avoids the small holes that standard decrease creates. If you have always used the standard method, switching to the invisible decrease will immediately improve your amigurumi finish.

Sewing pieces together is an art. Take your time when attaching limbs and the head. Pin pieces in place with sewing pins before stitching to make sure they are evenly positioned and the witch looks balanced. Sew through every stitch for a secure join, and always weave in ends thoroughly.

Ideas for Displaying and Gifting Your Amigurumi Witch

A finished Halloween amigurumi witch is versatile in the best way. She looks beautiful sitting on a bookshelf between candles and small pumpkins, perched on a stack of vintage Halloween books, or arranged in a little scene with other crocheted figures like bats, black cats, and ghosts.

For gifting, place her inside a small clear cellophane bag tied with black and orange ribbon, or nestle her in a small wicker basket with some dried orange slices and cinnamon sticks for a gift that feels seasonal and thoughtful.

If you are making multiples for a craft fair, consider creating a few variations — a green-skinned witch, one with orange hair, one with a crescent moon on her hat — to give buyers choices without requiring you to draft an entirely new pattern each time.

Caring for Your Crocheted Witch

Acrylic worsted weight yarn is remarkably durable and easy to care for. If your witch gets dusty, you can spot clean her with a damp cloth and mild soap. For a more thorough wash, place her inside a mesh laundry bag and wash on a gentle cold cycle, then air dry completely before displaying. Avoid high heat, which can cause acrylic yarn to deform slightly.

A Final Word Before You Cast On

There is something genuinely magical about turning a simple ball of yarn and a hook into a tiny personality-packed figure. This free amigurumi Halloween witch pattern is designed to be generous with detail while staying accessible, so whether you are brand new to amigurumi or have a basket full of finished figures already, this witch should feel like a satisfying, enjoyable project from the first stitch to the last sewn-in end.

If you make this pattern, consider sharing your finished witch on social media with a tag so others in the crochet community can see your version. Everyone interprets a pattern slightly differently, and those variations are part of what makes the amigurumi world so wonderfully creative. Happy crafting, and may your tension be even and your ends never unravel.