Cute and creepy, free crochet Frankenstein patterns will make an adorable addition to your Halloween decorations. Crochet them in different sizes, in easy-to-read charts, and with clear instructions. These Crochet Frankenstein Patterns are perfect for gifts, party favors, decorations, or craft fair items. These patterns will help you get started with the basics, like a beanie and a scarf. Once you've mastered those techniques, move on to more advanced skills like color work and fancier stitches. This collection of fifteen patterns will inspire you to create your own Frankenstein or someone close. These amazing amigurumi patterns include everything from the basics, such as amigurumi and voodoo dolls, to unique costumes, such as an armadillo and Terminator-inspired creations!
Crochet Frankenstein Patterns For Halloween
Crocheters are crafty, but sometimes they take their talents to the next level. Crocheted versions of Hollywood movie characters, inanimate objects, and even people are all possible with the right yarn and pattern. If you're looking for a new way to use your crochet skills or want to add some unique Christmas decorations to your collection, check out this list of 15 crocheted Frankensteins. These patterns come from different designers, but they all show amazing skills and imagination if you're looking for a fun challenge. Enjoy!
Tips And Tricks For Crochet Frankenstein Patterns
Crochet is a fantastic and rewarding hobby, but sometimes some tricky techniques can be frustrating. Here are some tips and tricks for getting started on a crochet Frankenstein pattern.
- Learning to read patterns
- Counting stitches
- Crocheting in rounds
- Working in the round with multiple colors
Frankenstein zu Halloween
Slide this crocheted Frankenstein into a jar and add some spooky charm to your desk or nightstand. Halloween may be the scariest day of the year, but it's no reason not to have a little fun! This quick stitch Frankenstein is a great way to get into the Halloween spirit and is perfect for storing small candies, pens, or crochet hooks. This cute little Frankenstein is a great gift for kids and adults alike. This can be a great project if you want to recycle old jars and cans or start with the new fresh yarn. It’s quick, easy, and fun to make
Materials
- Cotton yarn with 125 m/ 50 g
- E.g. Catania by Schachenmayr in the colors 205 (green, 1 ball), 242 (grey, remainder), 106 (white, remainder) and 110 (black, 1 ball)
- addiNature walnut crochet hook 2.5 mm
- an empty straight-mouth jar, we used a 350g peanut butter jar - but cardboard rolled into a roll works just as well
- Stitch marker (optional)
- wool needle
- scissors
Abbreviations
- dc = single crochet/s
- follow = following
- Km = slip stitch/s
- Ch = chain stitch/n
- M = stitch/s
- MR = Magic Ring
- R = row/s
- Rd = round/s
- rep = repeat
Friendly Baby Frankenstein’s Monster
Meet the Friendly Baby Frankenstein’s Monster! This lovable friend has arms reached out for hugs and friendship, making them an essential addition to any child’s toy collection. This friendly little monster features an adorable face, big button eyes, and soft textured skin stitches. This perfect pattern adds energy and fun to a baby’s room. Crochet your own Frankenstein monster, which is sure to steal your heart! Baby Frankenstein’s Monster is eager to be friends with your little one and keeps their hands busy playing the friendly monster.
Materials
- King Cole Big Value Chunky yarn (100% acrylic, 3.5 oz/100 g, 167 yd/152 m) – 1 skein each in 833 Green (CA), 1542 Rose (CB), and 3281 Charcoal (CC), or approximately 80 yd (73 m) in CA, 40 yd (36.5 m) in CB, and 35 yd (32 m) in CC in any bulky weight yarn.
- Big Value Chunky is available from your local yarn shop or online at LoveCrafts or Wool Warehouse UK.
- US Size H-8/5 mm crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge.
- Fairfield World Poly-Fil Premium Polyester Fiber Fill – 12 oz. bag.
- Clover Quick Locking Stitch Markers.
- Clover bent-tip yarn needle.
- 15 mm black safety eyes – 1 pair.
Abbreviations
- BL – back loop only –
- CA – Color A
- CB – Color B
- CC – Color C
- ch – chain
- pm – place stitch marker
- rep – repeat
- Rnd(s) – Round(s)
- sc – single crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- yo – yarn over
Mini Frank Amigurumi
This is a cute crochet Mini Frank amigurumi. This little guy makes a great companion for around the house or can be your new pet! Meet Mini Frank, everyone's favorite little pink piggy, with a happy smile and a very snuggly personality. Mini Frank amigurumi is easy to take along on your daily adventures; stuff him in your bag or carry bag. Mini Frank is ready to be adopted by his new home, which will surely love him as much as we do! This mini amigurumi comes just right in your hand. Perfect toy for kids to play with and will give you a good time. The pattern is simple and easy to follow.
Materials
- 2mm crochet hook
- Light worsted (or DK) yarn color of your preference (I used 100% acrylic for this pattern) colors: brown, dark gray, purple, light gray, black and green
- Stuffing material
- Scissors
- Embroidering needle for the eyes
- Or, you can use safety eyes!
Frankenstein's Monster Kitchen Towel
This crochet Frankenstein's monster kitchen towel is a great addition to any kitchen. It is made of cotton for superior absorption and is machine washable. It's perfect for hanging over your kitchen sink or as a gift for someone who loves creepiness and crochet! Add a little fright to your kitchen with this crochet Frankenstein's monster towel, perfect for any horror movie lover! This crochet monster towel features the Frankenstein monster's face and is made with 100% cotton yarn.
Materials
- Yarn: Yarn I used for my sample is Lily Sugar n’ Cream; 4 / Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn; (100% cotton / 120 yards / 70.9 g / 109 m / 2.5 oz )
- Crochet Hooks: H/8/5.00mm; J/10/6.00mm; G/6/4.00mm (my favorite hooks are Clover Amour Hooks, I’ve never had an ache in my hand since switching)
- Measuring Tape
- (2) 18mm Black Safety Eye
- Scissors
- Tapestry Needle
Abbreviations
- ch(s): chain
- st(s): stitch(es)
- sl st(s): slip stitch(es)
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- spike st: spike stitch
- Alt-dc: alternate double crochet
- Join with a standing sc:
- Join with a standing hdc:
- Join with a standing dc:
- RS: right side
- Rep: repeat
Lil Monsters Frankenstein Pumpkin
Lovely yet sinister looking, this cute crochet Lil monsters Frankenstein pumpkin will add a little fright to your Halloween decor. A fun conversation starter! Great as a gift or even to add to your own collection of handmade items. The crochet yarn makes the pumpkin soft and enjoyable to play with. Light enough for little hands to carry around or snuggle up at night. Celebrate your favorite spooky holiday with this crocheted pumpkin. It comes ready to wipe down and includes a removable stuffing tube for easy cleaning.
Materials
- Crochet Hook: 6.0mm
- Knitting Needles: 6.00mm
- Tapestry needle
- Polyfill stuffing
- Floral Wire
- Googly Eyes (7 sets) – AKA Wobbly Eyes in 25mm
Abbreviations
- SC: Single crochet
- DC: Double crochet
- Ch: Chain
- Sts : Stitches
- Slst : Slip Stitch
- Rnd: Round
Frankenstein Scrubby
Crochet the Frankenstein Scrubby for a stunningly spooky Halloween decoration. It comes in two sizes for a relatively large voodoo doll look or something small enough to use as a pendant or bag charm. Made with worsted weight yarn and an appropriate size hook, this would also be fabulous, made up of thicker yarn and thread or embroidery floss. This unisex scrubby makes a great addition to any kitchen. Crochet this Frankenstein scrubby with cotton yarn, and use it to clean your sink, countertops, and more.
Materials
- Yarn Bee Scrub-ology cotton yarn – 15 yards green
- Cotton worsted yarn – 5 yards black
- Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook
- Yarn needle
Frankenstein Amigurumi
Crochet Frankenstein will be your little monster’s friend. Your little monster can now sleep holding the crochet, Frankenstein. The size is perfect for small hands to grab onto! Crochet Frankenstein will also be a great decoration for any room in your house, office/school. This crochet pattern includes instructions on how to make his head, arms, and body, as well as a chart for his eyes, buttons, and stitches in various colors. You can even create your own Frankenstein!
Materials
- Crochet hook: 3mm (US D-3) and 2mm (US B-1)
- Scissors,
- Stitch markers,
- Toy stuffing, (Note: if you wish to explore some more options, including eco alternatives, then have a look at my Stuffing for Toys blog post),
- Tapestry needle,
- Sewing needle,
- 2 small black buttons.
Abbreviations
- Mr – magic ring
- Sc – single crochet
- Inc – 2 in one
- Decr – 2 together
- Ch – chain
- Slpst – slip stitch
- Hdc – half double crochet
- Dc – double crochet
Crochet Frankenstein Marshmallow Keychains
Everyone loves marshmallows! And these Frankenstein Marshmallow Keychains will get you in a festive and fun mood. Crochet the monster, stitch up some brains and make a new friend for your keys. Crochet Frankenstein Marshmallow Keychains are the perfect complement to any keychain and make great gifts. This fun and quirky crochet amigurumi design will be the talk of your next party. These cute crochet Frankenstein marshmallow keychains are the perfect way to express your love of classic horror films! Perfect accessories for anyone with a sense of humor. The perfect edible accessories for the spooky season.
Materials
- Black medium weight (4) yarn (I used Red Heart Soft in black)
- Green medium weight (4) yarn (I used Lion Brand Re-Up in Lime)
- Grey lightweight (3) yarn (I used Patons Grace in clay)
- 6 mm safety eyes
- Black sewing thread
- Black embroidery thread
- Keyring (optional)
- Poly-fil
- 4.5 mm crochet hook
- 3mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry Needle
- Stitch Marker
Abbreviations
- SC – Single Crochet
- ST – Stitch
- INC – Increase (two single crochet in one stitch)
- DEC – Decrease (single crochet decrease aka sc2tog)
- FO – Fasten Off
Monster Pillow Pattern
Monster pillows are the perfect gift for kids. You'll never need to worry about finding a friend when you have one on hand to keep you company. Treat yourself to a new friend that's always there when you need them. The Monster Pillow is a great companion for every kid's room, classroom or playroom. Quality 100% cotton pillow case has been stuffed with polyfill, making it soft and comfortable on your face. This adorable crocheted monster pillow is a great addition to any kid's room! It comes with an attached tassel. Great for a gift or to keep for yourself!
Materials
- Big Twist Value Yarn, Medium Worsted Weight 4 (100% Acrylic, 371 yds, 6 oz) Forest Green, 1 skein- approx 200 yds; Black, 1 skein- approx 75 yds; White, approx 5 yds; Medium Grey, small amount for details
- G/6 4.25mm hook
- Needle
- Polyfil stuffing
Abbreviations
- FSC- Foundation Single Crochet
- Sl st- Slip Stitch
- Ch- Chain
- St(s)- Stitch(es)
- SC- Single Crochet
- BPSC- Back Post Single Crochet
- Skip- Skip next stitch
Frankenstein Amigurumi
Crocheting the Franken-Stein is easier than pie. Follow our step-by-step instructions, and you'll be ready to introduce this monster to your friends within a few hours! It’s the one and only Frankie Stein! This sweet girl loves to show off her brilliant style and loves to be the center of attention. It is a great Halloween decoration and deserves a special place in your home! This crochet doll teaches you the magic art of crocheting and dressing up a monster. It is an easy project, which you can do even if you are a beginner. With practice and repetition, your skills will improve over time.
Materials
- 3.25mm crochet hook / D hook*
- #4 medium weight yarn – I used Yarn Bee Soft Secret in cute Avocado Green, Cocoa, Coal, and Mist
- stitch markers*
- tapestry needle*
- 8mm safety eyes*
- Polyfill stuffing*
Abbreviations
- ch – chain
- SC – single crochet
- DC – double crochet
- HDC – half double crochet
- sl – slip stitch
Mini Frankenstein Basket
This crochet basket has been designed with a little monster in mind. It will be a perfect addition to any nursery and your favorite coffee shop! This adorable mini Frankenstein basket is the perfect addition to your Frankenstein-themed decor. In a cute and friendly design, this basket makes a great gift. This mini Frankenstein basket makes a great toy holder; add a doll or teddy. Made up of granny stitch squares, this basket is quick to stitch up and can be personalized for boys or girls. It lets you bring home a little monster while keeping your hands free!
Materials
- Worsted weight yarn, I used Red Heart with Love in Lettuce and Black color
- 3.75 mm crochet hook
- size 10 black crochet thread for the eyes, mouth, and scar
- 1.30 mm crochet hook
- pair of scissors
- needle
Abbreviations
- SC = single crochet
- Ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- SC increase = make 2 single crochet in same stitch
- HDC = half double crochet
Frankenstein Amigurumi
With this crochet Frankenstein, you can crochet your yarn into a monster. You can even customize it by adding eyes, buttons, and more! The perfect accessory for your next Halloween party, this crochet Frankenstein is adorable and cuddly and will keep you company all year long. He’s easy to make, too--crochet stitches are used throughout. It will take you right back to those amazing moments when you were first introduced to the Sandman. With his crazy eyes and crazier hair, he'll add light to your day as he screams his love for Halloween.
Materials
- The selected yarn in needed colors
- – Crochet hook size 3mm/ US E size
- – polifiber fill for stuffing
- cardboard of plastic circle
- tapestry needle
- scissors
Abbreviations
- sc– single crochet dc – double crochet ch(s) – chain(s)
- st(s) – stitch(es) MR – magic ring dec – decrease- sc2tog
- inc- increase- 2 sc in next st BLO – works in back loops only
Frankenstein Candy Bowl
This crochet Frankenstein Candy Bowl is the perfect Halloween addition to your holiday. This bowl is a great gift for kids and adults who don't mind an attitude problem. It is light, cozy, and perfect for Halloween! Crocheted from high-quality materials. You can store candies or use them as a decorative pieces! The bowl will hold quite a bit of candy or be used as a decorative centerpiece to display other decorative items like skeletons or fake bugs around your home.
Materials
- Yarn: Yarn used for the sample shown above is Lily Sugar n’ Cream; 4 / Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn; (100% cotton / 120 yards / 70.9 g / 109 m / 2.5 oz ) (Hot Green: 270 yards) (Black: 80 yards) (White: 2 yards) & Caron Simply Soft; 4 / Worsted Weight 100% Acrylic Yarn (5 oz / 141.7 g / 250 yards / 228 m) (Grey Heather: 6 yards)
- Crochet Hooks: H/8/5.00mm; G/6/4.00mm (my favorite hooks are Clover Amour Hooks, I’ve never had an ache in my hand since switching)
- Measuring Tape
- Plastic Canvas: 12″ x 18″ (1) 12″x18″ sheet & (1) 8″x10″ sheet
- Solid Black Eyes (2) 15mm
- Scissors
- Tapestry Needle
- Candy
Abbreviations
- ch(s): chain
- st(s): stitch(es)
- sl st(s): slip stitch(es)
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- bpsc: back post single crochet
- sc2tog: single crochet decrease
- yo: yarn over
- SM: stitch marker
- FLO: front loop only
- BLO: back loop only
- RS: right side
- WS: wrong side
- Rep: repeat
- Rnd: round
Frankenstein Ragdoll
This crochet Frankenstein ragdoll is the perfect doll for your little monster. It looks just like the classic movie monsters and is sure to be an instant hit with any kid! The Frankenstein crochet ragdoll pattern includes instructions for making a male and female version of this unique crochet toy. This adorable Frankenstein ragdoll is the perfect companion for your child's playtime and bedtime. They can pretend to be mummies, scare people, or have them as friends. Your kids will love it!
Materials
- Worsted weight yarn in the following colors: green, brown, black, white
- G/4.00mm hook
- Poly-fil stuffing
- Tapestry needle and scissors
Abbreviations
- Ch = chain, sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, tr = treble crochet, st = stitch(es)
Frankenstein's Monster Pattern
Crochet your way to a new level of monster madness with this crochet Frankenstein’s Monster DIY! It is a fun project you will want to start now to have him ready for Halloween! This friendly monster is great for beginners looking to learn the basics of crochet in a fun way. This Frankenstein's Monster crochet pattern will surely be a hit with all the children and adults in your life this Halloween! This amigurumi is easy, quick to finish, and very simple to customize, so you can make it your own.
Materials
- 3.5mm hook (I use THESE hooks!);
- Bernat Super Value in Lush
for skin;
- Bernat Premium in Chocolate Tweed for pants;
- Bernat Premium in Evergreen for shirt;
- Red Heart Super Saver in Black
for hair, scars and mouth;
- Red Heart Super Saver in Grey Heather
for bolts;
- 12mm Safety Eyes
;
- Stuffing;
- Tapestry needle
