Here we are with 37 Skull Crochet Patterns for Halloween, Day of the Dead, Rock Stars, Gothic Princesses and whoever else might like to use them, and for whatever else you might like to use them for.
These designs would be fabulous for wearing to rock concerts, horror movies, pirate parties, or — if this is your style — just around town living your life.
If you love crochet patterns that are different from the “normal” cute and pretty we’re all used to seeing — we dare you to scroll down!
37 Skull Crochet Patterns
1. Sugar Skull Amigurumi Crochet Pattern by Spin A Yarn Crochet
This Sugar Skull pattern is a unique amigurumi made in the ragdoll-style; separate pieces worked in flat rows and joined together to give it that charming and distinctive 2-D appearance.
Big eyes, a skeleton body, and fancy flower garland – you can make it easily, just by using basic stitches and different colors of yarn. This free skull crochet pattern is a great project for beginners!
Get the Pattern here
2. Crochet Skull Earring Pattern by Crochet Knit Jewelry
Who doesn’t love a pretty skull? These skull earrings are absolutely adorable! These are unique and memorable and are a great accessory for wearing to work, or any time you want to be festive and can’t wear a whole costume.
They would be perfect for Halloween or even just cause you like skulls!
Get the Pattern by Crochet Knit Jewelry here
3. Amigurumi Crochet Skull Planter Pattern by Lulu’s Little Shop
Here are 2 easy-to-follow crochet patterns for Skull Planter and Pointy Leaf Succulents. If you have no green thumb but like plants everywhere in your house, you would love this succulent growing out of a tiny human skull. It’s a lot cuter than creepier!
Get the Pattern by Lulu’s Little Shop here
4. Crochet Lace Skull Bag Pattern by Stitches And Supper
For someone who is fascinated by skulls, this bag is absolutely fabulous to wear every day of the year not only for Halloween. With this crochet skull pattern, you can create an amazing and creepy piece of art. Great for either Halloween and or even for whenever!
Get the Pattern here
5. Halter Top Crochet Skull Pattern by Creative Works By Annie
You will absolutely be unique and fabulous on any beach or pool party with this skull halter top. This top would add spookiness to every casual outfit and a fun little piece to add to your summer wardrobe. Make it in a neutral color for that bohemian look!
Also see: Crochet Halter Top and Crop Top Patterns
Get the Pattern by Creative Works By Annie here
6. Free Skull Crochet Pattern by Persia Lou
This sugar skull pattern can be totally customized and used in lots of different ways.
A whole bunch would make a really cool garland, or sew one onto a pillow or tote. Or pop it into a frame for Halloween decor – like the one pictured below.
Get the Pattern here
7. Crochet Skull Pattern by Lilou Mariposa
Make fun colorful crochet skull with this crochet pattern. Decorate these skulls as desire – use the motif to make scarfs, attach them to hats, etc. These can be used for a wide variety of craft projects including card making and scrapbooking.
Get the Pattern by Lilou Mariposa here
8. Skull Doily Crochet Pattern by Lekden
This Doily free skull crochet pattern by Lekden is a masterpiece. With 6 large skulls as the central design, this doily is a great addition to your Halloween, or year-round, decor.
Get the Pattern here
9. Placemat Skull Crochet Pattern by Crochet Couch
Set a scary table with these Crochet Skull Placemats! Celebrate Halloween with this placemat made in Corner to Corner Stitch, a fun a creepy addition to your holiday decorations. You can even make the perfect number of skulls to make a table runner that fits your table!
Get the Pattern by Crochet Couch here
10. Shawl Skull Crochet Pattern by Etty 2504
This beautiful Shawl Skull Crochet Pattern would be a stylish addition to your closet, ideal for cool days and evenings. The subtle skull crochet pattern is handcrafted in luxuriously soft acrylic yarn. This is great to throw on a costume or wear on cold evenings out. This makes a fantastic gift!
Get the Pattern by Etty 2504 here
11. Bracelet Skull Crochet Pattern by The Bittiest Baubles
Get yourself or someone you love a Crochet Skull Bracelet. Great for a Halloween accessory or just wearing year-round. The length of your cuff is determined by how many skulls you make. Instructions are included for making an adult small at 7” / 18 cm and an adult medium-large at 8.5” / 21.5 cm.
Get the Pattern by The Bittiest Baubles here
12. Skull Slipper Shoes Crochet Pattern by Glamour 4 You
Feeling cozy yet a bit badass? These Skull Slipper Shoes have a stylish skull on the top, and a comfortable doubled sole!
The Toe (where the Skull’s Teeth are) are open to allow your feet to breathe. The color combinations are endless!
Crochet Slipper Patterns for Beginners here
Get the Pattern here
13. Wall Hanging Skull Crochet Pattern by Disco Sloth Designs
This crochet skull pattern will enable you to create your own skull wall hanging. It uses the corner to corner crochet. You could use the super chunky size to make a cushion instead of a wall hanging or you could make lots of squares and turn them into a blanket.
Get the Pattern by Disco Sloth Designs here
14. Sugar Skull Kawaii Cuddler Crochet Pattern by 3am Grace Designs
Beautiful and colorful this Sugar Skull Kawaii Cuddler is the perfect addition to your Halloween decor. Normally, I don’t like to see skulls but this free skull crochet pattern is quite huggable.
This skull kawaii cuddler can be used as a pillow which will add a fun look to your space. The color combinations are endless!
Get the Pattern here
15. Leg Warmers Crochet Skull Pattern by Lovin You Homemade
These leg warmers are laced up in the back and perfect to layer over pants, stockings/leggings or even comfy enough on bare skin. They will keep you warm and spooky cute. This skull crochet pattern is relatively simple and can be completed in a day by an advanced beginner.
Get the Pattern by Lovin You Homemade here
16. Parasol Skull Crochet Pattern by Creative Works By Annie
This large doily will be a great head-turner for your normal decor or at Halloween. But if you’re looking for adventure, you can turn this into a parasol!
When you wish to create something fun and unique that makes people stop in their track – this one will do it. You will find skulls aplenty on this happy little go-round with full skeletons! Make it in any color you like!
Get the Pattern by Creative Works By Annie here
17. Skull Scarf Crochet Pattern by Karin Kaufmann
This cute skull-motif scarf is the perfect addition to your accessories-wardrobe! This is a great scarf to wear around the Halloween season, or even whenever it strikes your fancy! Crochet it in any color you can imagine.
Get the Pattern here
18. Crochet Skull Blanket Pattern by Knot Yourself Out
Aren’t these colorful, smiling skulls adorable? This crochet skull pattern would also be great for a little girl (in the same vibrant colors, or using more traditional ones). This design would also be very suitable for adults (as a throw), adding color to any room in the house.
Get the Pattern by Knot Yourself Out here
19. Crochet Skull Top Pattern by Pony McTate
Looking for an edgier crochet project? Try this street-inspired top with its cool skull design. It’s a straightforward make even if you’re new to garments or filet crochet. Worked in breezy cotton, it has a loose fit for relaxed summer wear. And it’s reversible!
Get the Pattern here
20. Applique Crochet Skull Pattern by Nellagold’s Crocheting
These crochet skull appliques are perfect for all sorts of things. I mean, whatever you have that could use a little skull on it: go ahead!
Depending on the thickness of the yarn you can make these any size you want. If you follow the designer’s suggested yarn size, you’ll end up with finished skulls that have these approximate dimensions: 8,5 x 7cm.
They do make a cute Halloween couple, there’s no doubt about that!
Get the Pattern by Nellagold’s Crocheting here
21. Beanie Skull Crochet Pattern by Knit And Crochet Evr Aft
This pattern is great for any skull lover. It’s super minimal design is great for a man, woman, child, heck, the whole family! Using the Fair Isle technique this beanie will fit all ages and can be made in all colors.
Get the Pattern by Knit And Crochet Evr Aft here
22. Skull Sweater Crochet Pattern by Serendipity As Always
The pattern is written for you to be able to create women’s size S, M, L, and XL. This V-neck sweater has a subtle skull design at the back of it. This doesn’t look spooky to wear as a costume for Halloween party. You can wear it any day you like!
Get the Pattern by Serendipity As Always here
23. Skull Mandala Crochet Pattern by Dolly Daydream Crochet
This Skull Mandala crochet pattern contains step by step instructions and photos for making the skull motif, the surrounding background to make it into a circle, and the expanding mandala design. This makes the perfect gothic home decor, a unique wedding gift or a housewarming gift.
Get the Pattern by Dolly Daydream Crochet here
24. Skull Crochet Dishcloth Pattern by Weird Sheep
The pattern for this dishcloth uses single crochet and puff stitch to create the skull and crossbones. This measures approximately 9″ square using size a 4.5mm hook – this depends on whether you crochet loose or tight. This would be the coolest dishcloth for all the rock stars out there!
Get the Pattern by Weird Sheep here
25. Sir Amigurumi Skull Crochet Pattern by Design Shop
Aptly named “Sir Skull” by its designer, this wonderfully detailed crochet skull is a true masterpiece. How cool would it be to crochet this skull for a doctor friend or someone else in the medical field for them to display in their office?
Or, in fact, crochet this skull to decorate your house for Halloween. It’ll be a lot of work, but the end result is definitely worth it!
Get the Pattern by Design Shop here
26. Crochet Sugar Skull Pattern by The Hat And I
Let your imagination guide you as you crochet an embellished sugar skull to decorate your home. An homage to the traditional icon, this pattern will let you choose your own set of colors and embellishments.
You don’t have to be Mexican to appreciate the uniqueness of this project that’s always ready to reminisce about days gone by!
Get the Pattern by The Hat And I here
27. Circle Of Skulls Wreath Crochet Pattern by Red Heart
Greet little goblins at your front door with this clever crocheted wreath! Eight skulls and a striped ruffle are combined on a metal wreath form for a spooky front door welcoming commitee!
Get the Pattern here
28. Big Skulls Mosaic Crochet Pattern by Sixel Home
This crochet pattern uses he overlay mosaic technique and comes with instructions to make the featured pillow and a basic skull patch.
You can also use the chart to make various items such as blankets, placemats, rugs, clothing, and more! It’s an excellent choice for those who enjoy incorporating skulls into their creations, especially for Halloween or throughout the year.
Get the Pattern by Sixel Home here
29. Sweet Little Skull Crochet Pattern by Voodoo Maggie Studios
It might be scary if it wasn’t so adorable! Make it as-is, in all its spooky sweetness, or add some embroidery and flowers and make it a sugar skull. From one skull to the next, this project is sure to keep you engaged.
Get the Pattern by Voodoo Maggie Studios here
30. Crochet Skull Pattern by Funny Rabbit Toys
Showcase your creativity and skills with this wonderful interpretation of sugar skulls! Embellish them as shown, or however you like.
Get the Pattern by Funny Rabbit Toys here
31. Skull Granny Square Crochet Pattern by Paula In The Cloud
This Skull Granny Square Crochet Pattern is a fun Halloween-themed alternative to the classic granny square and is perfect for those who enjoy everything related to granny squares. You can use the colors of your choice; the color combinations are endless!
Get the Pattern by Paula In The Cloud here
32. Skull Granny Square Garland Crochet Pattern by Mooey And Friends
Celebrate the Day of the Dead by making this fun skull granny square garland. Dare to combine different colors, explore your creativity, and make the perfect decor for Dia de Los Muertos festivities.
Get the Pattern here
33. Granny Skull Infinity Square Crochet Pattern by Spider Mambo
Here’s a quick and easy lacy granny square pattern that’s great for stash busting, and can be crocheted in one or more colors. I think it looks great if crocheted in two colors because it helps to bring out the lacy design.
Get the Pattern by Spider Mambo here
34. Crochet Skull Granny Square Pattern by Skip To My Lou
Are you looking for something fun to crochet this Halloween season? Perhaps you or someone you know is really into skulls. Feel free to use this pattern to create various projects, such as a scarf, blanket, tablecloth, tote bag, or even a pair of pants!
Get the Pattern here
35. Skull Granny Square Crochet Pattern by Torreya Treasures
This versatile Skull Granny Square and Hexagon pattern opens up a myriad of creative possibilities for various Halloween-themed projects. Use the skull individually as an applique or sew multiple squares together to create cardigans, bags, blankets, and more.
The instructions includea 5-inch square block and a 6-inch hexagon, both crocheted as one seamless piece with no seams to sew.
Get the Pattern by Torreya Treasures here
36. Granny Square Skull Crochet Pattern by Madlandia
Picture these granny squares transformed into pillowcases or blankets. Wouldn’t that be stunning?
This intricately textured pattern allows for the use of any yarn and a wide array of colors. While it’s an advanced pattern, there are a ton of photo to guide you throughout the process. The skull motif can be attached in one of two ways: sew it on after the square is crocheted or attach it while crocheting the square using your crochet hook.
Get the Pattern by Madlandia here
37. Granny Goth Skully Square Crochet Pattern by Granola Goth Designs
Add some edge to your crochet with this Granny Goth Skull Square! The pattern cleverly turns the oval skull shape into a square. You can use it alone or stitch it into bigger projects.
Get the Pattern by Granola Goth Designs here
Skull Crochet Pattern is certainly a bit unusual. But then again, we all need a little bit of weird and unusual in our lives, don’t we?
We hope you found some great patterns to work on or add to your pattern archives from this list. When you’re done making some, please share your finished creations on our Facebook Page.
We also have patterns for Crochet Monster Patterns and Halloween Amigurumi Patterns. You know, in case the skull just by itself isn’t enough for your needs!
So let’s get ready for that spooky vibes by making our favorite skull crochet patterns!
