Description: Get into the spooky spirit of Halloween by creating your very own crochet Frankenstein! This adorable and slightly eerie amigurumi project is perfect for adding a touch of Halloween charm to your decorations. Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or just starting out, this free pattern will guide you through the process of crafting your own little Frankenstein buddy.

Materials Needed:

  • Worsted weight green yarn for Frankenstein’s body
  • Small amounts of black and white yarn for facial features and details
  • Size G/4mm crochet hook
  • Fiberfill stuffing
  • Yarn needle
  • Stitch markers
  • Safety eyes (or black yarn to embroider the eyes)
  • Scissors

Abbreviations:

  • ch: chain
  • sc: single crochet
  • inc: increase (two single crochets in the same stitch)
  • dec: decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
  • sl st: slip stitch
  • FO: fasten off

Pattern:

Head:

  1. Using green yarn, start with a magic ring and crochet 6 sc into the ring. (6)
  2. Inc in each stitch around. (12)
  3. [Sc, inc] around. (18)
  4. [Sc in the next 2 stitches, inc] around. (24)
  5. [Sc in the next 3 stitches, inc] around. (30)
  6. Sc in each stitch around for 6 rounds.
  7. [Sc in the next 3 stitches, dec] around. (24)
  8. [Sc in the next 2 stitches, dec] around. (18)
  9. [Sc, dec] around. (12)
  10. Dec around. (6)
  11. FO and close up the opening. Stuff the head.

Body:

  1. Using green yarn, start with a magic ring and crochet 6 sc into the ring. (6)
  2. Inc in each stitch around. (12)
  3. [Sc, inc] around. (18)
  4. [Sc in the next 2 stitches, inc] around. (24)
  5. Sc in each stitch around for 9 rounds.
  6. [Sc in the next 2 stitches, dec] around. (18)
  7. Sc in each stitch around for 2 rounds.
  8. [Sc, dec] around. (12)
  9. Dec around. (6)
  10. FO and stuff the body.

Arms: (make 2)

  1. Using green yarn, start with a magic ring and crochet 4 sc into the ring. (4)
  2. Sc in each stitch around for 5 rounds.
  3. FO and leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff the arms lightly.

Assembly:

  1. Attach the safety eyes or embroider the eyes above Round 5 of the head.
  2. Use black yarn to embroider stitches for the mouth and scars on Frankenstein’s face.
  3. Attach the arms to the sides of the body.
  4. Sew the head onto the body.
  5. Use white yarn to add some highlight stitches for a stitched-together effect.

Your crochet Frankenstein is now complete and ready to spook up your Halloween decor! Feel free to customize your creation by adding additional details or accessories. Enjoy your handmade Halloween friend!