Witchy Halloween Crochet Pattern | Free Cute Amigurumi Witch Tutorial

Halloween is one of those magical times of year when the crafting world comes alive with spooky, cozy, and wonderfully whimsical projects. And if you love crocheting as much as I do, you already know that amigurumi — the Japanese art of crocheting small stuffed figures — is absolutely perfect for Halloween décor, gifts, and playful accessories. Today I’m sharing a free crochet pattern for the most adorable little amigurumi witch you’ll ever make. She’s got a pointy hat, a tiny broomstick, rosy cheeks, and all the charm of your favorite Halloween storybook character.

Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or someone who just finished their first granny square, this pattern is designed to be approachable. I’ll walk you through every step, explain the stitches, and give you tips along the way so your little witch turns out perfectly. So grab your hooks, pick your yarn, and let’s conjure up some Halloween magic together.

Why Amigurumi Witches Are the Perfect Halloween Crochet Project

Before we dive into the actual pattern, let me tell you why I think amigurumi witches deserve a spot on your Halloween project list every single year.

First, they’re fast. Unlike a full-size Halloween blanket or a detailed tapestry crochet wall hanging, a small amigurumi figure can be completed in a weekend — sometimes even a single evening if you’re feeling motivated. That makes this pattern ideal if you’re a last-minute crafter (no judgment here) or if you want to make a whole batch as gifts.

Second, they’re versatile. Your finished witch can sit on a shelf, hang from a garland, perch on top of a pumpkin, or become a lovey toy for a child who’s old enough for small accessories. You can dress her up with tiny crochet accessories, style her yarn hair differently each time, or change her color palette to make her feel unique.

Third, the pattern is a great skill-builder. If you’ve been crocheting for a while and want to get more comfortable with crocheting in the round, shaping body parts, and assembling pieces, amigurumi is the perfect practice ground. By the time you finish this witch, you’ll feel far more confident with increases, decreases, and invisible joins.

Materials You’ll Need

Here’s what to gather before you start. I’ve kept the supply list simple and affordable, because Halloween crafting shouldn’t break the bank.

Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in black (for the dress, hat, and shoes), skin tone (peach or light tan works beautifully), orange (for hair — very witchy), and a small amount of white or cream for the apron if you want to give her one. You can also use purple instead of black for a more whimsical look, and green if you want a classic movie-style witch complexion.

Hook: A 3.5mm crochet hook is recommended for worsted weight yarn to keep the fabric tight enough that stuffing won’t show through. Adjust as needed based on your personal tension.

Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill stuffing. You won’t need a lot — amigurumi figures are small — but have enough on hand so her head and body feel firm and hold their shape.

Safety eyes: Two 9mm black safety eyes work beautifully for giving her that cute, wide-eyed look. If you’re making this for a child under three, embroider the eyes instead using black yarn for safety reasons.

Additional supplies: A yarn needle for seaming and weaving in ends, stitch markers to track rounds, scissors, and a small piece of wire or pipe cleaner if you want to make a poseable broomstick.

Optional embellishments: A tiny scrap of orange or yellow felt for a star on her hat, a few seed beads for a necklace, or embroidery floss in pink or red for rosy cheeks.

Abbreviations and Stitch Guide

This pattern uses standard US crochet terminology. Here’s a quick reference:

MR — Magic ring (also called magic circle)
ch — Chain
sl st — Slip stitch
sc — Single crochet
inc — Increase (two single crochets in the same stitch)
dec — Invisible decrease (insert hook through front loops of next two stitches and complete a single crochet)
BLO — Back loop only
FLO — Front loop only
st(s) — Stitch(es)
rnd — Round
rep — Repeat

Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise noted. Use a stitch marker at the beginning of each round to keep track of your place.

Part One: The Head

The head is worked first and stuffed before you close it completely, since you’ll be adding the eyes and embroidering the face once it’s partially full.

Rnd 1: Start with your skin tone yarn. Make a magic ring, then work 6 sc into the ring. Pull tight to close. (6 sts)

Rnd 2: Inc in every stitch around. (12 sts)

Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc — repeat around. (18 sts)

Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc — repeat around. (24 sts)

Rnd 5: Sc 3, inc — repeat around. (30 sts)

Rnd 6: Sc 4, inc — repeat around. (36 sts)

Rnds 7–12: Sc in every stitch around for 6 rounds. (36 sts)

Rnd 13: Sc 4, dec — repeat around. (30 sts)

This is the moment to insert your safety eyes. Place them between rounds 9 and 10, about 8 stitches apart. If you’re embroidering, skip this step for now. Begin lightly stuffing the head.

Rnd 14: Sc 3, dec — repeat around. (24 sts)

Rnd 15: Sc 2, dec — repeat around. (18 sts)

Rnd 16: Sc 1, dec — repeat around. (12 sts)

Finish stuffing the head firmly. It should feel round and hold its shape.

Rnd 17: Dec around. (6 sts)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Thread through the front loops of the remaining 6 stitches, pull tight to close, and weave in the end. Set the head aside.

Part Two: The Body

Switch to black (or your chosen dress color) yarn.

Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc. (6 sts)

Rnd 2: Inc in every stitch. (12 sts)

Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc — repeat around. (18 sts)

Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc — repeat around. (24 sts)

Rnds 5–6: Sc around. (24 sts)

Rnd 7: Sc 2, dec — repeat around. (18 sts)

Rnd 8: Sc around. (18 sts)

Rnd 9: Sc 1, dec — repeat around. (12 sts)

Rnd 10: Sc around. (12 sts)

Stuff the body lightly — not too firm, so the head sits naturally on top.

Rnd 11: Sc around. Do not fasten off. Set aside and begin the head attachment in the assembly section below.

Part Three: Arms (Make Two)

Using skin tone yarn:

Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc. (6 sts)

Rnds 2–3: Sc around. (6 sts)

Switch to black yarn.

Rnds 4–8: Sc around. (6 sts)

Flatten and close the top of the arm with a slip stitch or a row of single crochets through both layers. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff the arms — flat arms look adorably floppy and hold up better over time.

Part Four: Legs (Make Two)

Using black yarn for the shoe portion:

Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc. (6 sts)

Rnd 2: Inc in every stitch. (12 sts)

Rnd 3: Sc around in BLO. (12 sts)

Rnd 4: Sc 3, dec, sc 3, dec — repeat. (10 sts)

Rnd 5: Sc 1, dec — repeat around. (Work until 7 sts remain)

Switch to skin tone yarn.

Rnds 6–10: Sc around. (7 sts)

Stuff the shoe portion lightly. Flatten the top and sew closed as with the arms. Leave a long tail. Set aside.

Part Five: The Witch Hat

The hat is one of the most satisfying pieces to make because it comes together so quickly and immediately reads as witch.

Using black yarn:

Rnd 1: MR, 4 sc. (4 sts)

Rnd 2: Sc around. (4 sts)

Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc — repeat around. (6 sts)

Rnd 4: Sc around. (6 sts)

Rnd 5: Sc 2, inc — repeat around. (8 sts)

Rnd 6: Sc around. (8 sts)

Rnd 7: Sc 3, inc — repeat around. (10 sts)

Rnd 8: Sc around. (10 sts)

Rnd 9: Sc 4, inc — repeat around. (12 sts)

Rnd 10: Sc around. (12 sts)

Rnd 11: Inc in every stitch. (24 sts) — this creates the hat brim

Rnd 12: Sc 1, inc — repeat around. (36 sts)

Rnd 13: Working in BLO, sc around. (36 sts)

Sl st to join, fasten off, and weave in ends. The hat should have a narrow pointed crown and a wide flat brim. If you want, add a tiny orange or purple ribbon around the base of the crown using a slip stitch or by hand-sewing a thin length of yarn.

Part Six: The Hair

For the hair, you have two lovely options: you can cut yarn lengths and attach them like doll hair, or you can crochet a simple hair piece.

For the easiest version, cut about 20 strands of orange yarn, each roughly 20 centimeters long. Fold each strand in half and use a crochet hook to loop them through stitches along the top of the head in a lark’s head knot, working from the front hairline toward the back. Once all strands are attached, trim to your desired length. You can leave the hair straight and wild-looking, braid it, or add tiny pigtails tied with black yarn bows.

Part Seven: The Broomstick

This tiny accessory takes your witch from cute to iconic. You can make it entirely from crochet, or use a wooden toothpick or cocktail skewer wrapped in yarn for a more dimensional effect.

For a fully crocheted version, use brown yarn. Chain 15, then sl st back along the chain to create a stiff stick shape. For the bristles, cut 12 short lengths of tan or yellow yarn about 4 centimeters each, fold in half, and attach them to one end of the stick using lark’s head knots. Tie a short strand of yarn around the base of the bristles to cinch them and give the broom its classic shape.

Assembly

Now comes the most satisfying part — putting your little witch together.

Start by attaching the head to the body. With the body still open at the top, hold the head over the opening and use your yarn needle and a long tail of black yarn to sew them together. Work around the circumference, making sure the head sits centered and secure.

Next, sew the legs onto the bottom of the body, positioning them so she sits flat or so they hang down naturally if you want her to dangle from a shelf or garland hook. The feet should point slightly outward for a charmingly awkward stance.

Attach the arms on either side of the upper body, roughly at round 9 or 10 of the body piece. If you want her to hold her broomstick, position one arm slightly lower and angled forward, and tuck the broomstick under it before sewing the arm closed against her body.

Place the hat on top of her head and either hand-sew it lightly in place around the brim, or use a small amount of fabric glue if you prefer a more permanent hold.

Finally, embroider her face. Use a strand of pink or red embroidery floss to add small rosy circles on her cheeks — just a few small circular stitches work wonderfully. If you chose to embroider the eyes, now is the time to stitch them in. A small curved line of black floss or yarn makes a sweet smile.

Tips for Customizing Your Amigurumi Witch

One of the best things about making amigurumi is how easy it is to personalize every single one. Here are a few ideas to spark your creativity.

Change her color scheme entirely. A purple dress with a black hat gives her a more regal, mystical vibe. An orange dress makes her feel like pure Halloween. A white dress with silver accents transforms her into a moon witch or fairy tale sorceress.

Give her a little crochet cat companion by working the same basic head pattern in black and adding pointed ear triangles. Even a tiny cat sitting at her feet elevates the whole display.

Add a tiny crocheted cauldron made from a small bowl shape in black yarn. Fill it with a few French knot stitches in green to suggest a bubbling potion.

Make a whole coven. Once you have the basic pattern memorized — and you will, quickly — you can produce multiple witches in an evening. Use different yarn colors, hair styles, and facial expressions to give each one her own personality.

If you’re making these as gifts, consider attaching a small tag with a Halloween-themed note. Handmade gifts feel so much more special with a little personal touch.

Sizing Notes

This pattern as written creates a witch approximately 15–17 centimeters tall, depending on your tension and yarn weight. If you want a larger version, go up a hook size and use bulky yarn. For a miniature version, use fingering weight yarn with a 2mm hook, though be aware the smaller scale requires more careful attention to stitch counts.

Storing and Displaying Your Finished Witch

Amigurumi pieces are surprisingly durable once finished, but a few care tips will help yours last for many Halloweens to come. Store her away from direct sunlight to prevent the colors from fading. If she gets dusty, spot clean with a damp cloth rather than submerging her — safety eyes and some embellishments don’t do well with full washing. If you display her outdoors on a covered porch, bring her inside at night to protect her from moisture.

For display, she looks wonderful nestled among dried fall leaves, sitting beside a small pumpkin, perched on a stack of old books with a fake cobweb draped around her, or hanging from an orange and black ribbon garland across a mantel.

A Few Final Words of Encouragement

If you’re new to amigurumi, please don’t be intimidated by how many separate pieces this pattern has. Each individual piece is small and quick to complete, and once they’re all assembled, the result is genuinely magical. There’s something about looking at all those separate little parts — a tiny hat, two floppy arms, a miniature broomstick — and then watching them come together into a fully realized character that never loses its charm, no matter how many figures you’ve made.

Crochet has this beautiful quality of being both meditative and productive. While you’re working in rounds and counting stitches, you’re also creating something that can be held, gifted, displayed, and treasured. A Halloween amigurumi witch made with your own hands carries something a store-bought decoration simply can’t — the warmth of the time and care you put into it.