If you want to stand out from the crowd this Halloween, I recommend skipping the store bought costumes and knitting or crocheting your own instead.
There are some really amazing halloween costume patterns available on Etsy which will inspire you to get making!
I don’t know why, but knitted and crocheted costumes always seem so much more amusing and whimsical. I guess that yarn just makes everything a little bit more fun, especially when used in unexpected places.
When Emma wore the lion head hat I crocheted for her Luna Lovegood cosplay, people at Comic-Con were stopping us just to get a good look and have a chat about how awesome it was.
Even with basic skills, you’ll be surprised at how easy it is to crochet a Halloween costume or hat.
Crochet is super versatile craft. It lends itself to sculptural pieces, making it the perfect technique to make 3D items like wigs, helmets and armour.
Knitting a costume takes a little more skill, but it’s worth the effort.
Babies look particularly cute in crochet Halloween costumes, and just a funny hat is all you need to put together a look.
I’ve curated a list of creative Halloween costume patterns which include some really fun knitted and crocheted costume ideas for the whole family.
There are crochet and knitted baby Halloween costumes, as well as Halloween costume patterns for kids and adults too.
All the popular franchises are covered. I’ve rounded up some cool Star Wars, Marvel, Harry Potter and Disney costumes. As well as some more quirky costume ideas. Did somebody say baby lobster?
With a couple of weeks to go till Halloween, there is still plenty of time to dig out your yarn stash and get creative!
30 Halloween Costume Knitting & Crochet Patterns
Why buy a Halloween costume when you can knit or crochet your own! All of these very clever patterns are available as instant PDF downloads on Etsy. Even better, most of the costume patterns are around $10 or less.
Darth Vader Jumper & Cape Knitting pattern
Any Star Wars loving kiddo will want to wear this Darth Vader Sweater year round. Includes a detachable cape. Pattern suitable for child sizes 2-10.
Yoda Baby Costume Crochet Pattern
A funny and cute Baby Yoda Costume for the youngest of padawans. Pattern includes hat, mittens and booties. Size to suit 12mo.
Velvet Witch Hat Crochet Pattern
The essential costume accessory for any witch or wizard on Halloween. Made from soft velvet yarn for an extra touch of sparkle.
Crochet Spider Web Poncho Pattern
A very versatile poncho. Just throw this spider web over anything black and you have yourself an instant spooky costume. Looks easy enough to make with basic crochet skills. One size fits most adults.
Princess Leia Bun Hat Knitting & Crochet Patterns
Even if you have short hair, your dreams of dressing up as Princess Leia from Star Wars can finally come true. No need to bother with fussy hairstyles, just pop on this hat with attached knitted hair buns and you are set to go.
Pumpkin Costume Crochet Pattern
A fun toddler Halloween costume for that cute little pumpkin in your life. Pattern includes sizing from 6mo up to 24mo with plenty of growing room.
Brain Beanie Crochet Pattern
So many costume options with this gory brain beanie. Dress as a brainy scientist, zombie attack victim. giant brained alien, or just wear it as a ‘thinking cap’ to help your ideas flow. Available in 7 sizes from newborn to adult.
Baby Bat Costume Crochet Pattern
This baby bat costume is just the cutest thing ever! This seller also has a baby butterfly onesie costume for those of you with aversions to flying mammals. The Baby Bat Costume is a hat and onesie set. It includes baby's sizes 6 and 12 months.
Baby Frog Prince Suit Crochet Pattern
OMG! Can these crochet Halloween costumes for babies get any cuter? I wonder if kissing this little frog will turn me into a princess? Pattern size available from newborn to 18mo.
Moana Inspired Dress Costume Crochet Pattern
Let your little one sail across the ocean wearing this DIY Moana costume. Very clever use of yarn to make a grass skirt effect. Instructions available for multiple sizing.
Anna from Frozen Dress and Wig Crochet Pattern
This pretty Anna dress includes a crown and braids. More of an Elsa fan? This seller has also designed a crochet Ice queen dress pattern. Sizing available from NB to 8yo.
Viking Hat Knitting Pattern
Heavy metal helmets are overrated. Instead make this soft and cozy viking helmet with horns! Throw on with a tunic and cloak and you have the perfect viking costume. Pattern size includes Small, Medium and Large.
Knight of the Round Table Child's costume Crochet Pattern
Step back in time with this Medieval Knight of the Realm Costume. Pattern includes Tunic, hood and cuffs. Made with metallic yarn to look like real chainmail.
Hooded Cape Crochet Pattern
Such a practical pattern, this hooded cape can lend itself to so many costume uses. Sizes available from Child small to adult large.
Medieval Corset Crochet Pattern
Boned corsets are so uncomfortable to wear (and difficult to sew). Get the same look with this crochet corset, an ideal addition to any period style Halloween costume.
Crochet Viking Helmet pattern
Another fun viking helmet, but this one has the option of a very luxurious beard. Looks particularly amusing on ladies or young children.
Crochet Unicorn Horn Headband Pattern
Add a little unicorn magic to your Halloween costume with this adorable unicorn horn headband.
Unicorn Legwarmers Crochet Pattern
And of course no unicorn costume is complete without a pair of rainbow unicorn leg-warmers!
Butterfly Costume Crochet Pattern
Whip up this Butterfly costume in a weekend. Made from colourful chunky yarn, you'll be surprised how easily this costume works up.
Old Lady Wig Crochet Pattern
This funny Old lady costume idea is so adorable. What a fun idea to make a wig from yarn. Add some glasses and a cardigan, and you are all set. Pattern size available from NB to adult.
Forky Crochet Hat Pattern
Fans of the new Toy Story film will recognise Forky, an unusual toy made from a spork. Wear this hat with a white outfit, and you have an instant Forky Costume.
Thanos Infinity Gauntlet Knitting Pattern
A very detailed knitting pattern designed for the ultimate Marvel fan who longs to wield the power of the Infinity Gauntlet. Also available in a crochet pattern version.
Iron Man Infinity Gauntlets Fingerless Gloves Knitting Pattern for Beginners
A simpler version of the Iron Man Infinity Gauntlet in the form of fingerless gloves. Fun to wear year round.
Harry Potter Baby Mandrake Crochet Hat Pattern
Muggles beware! EAR PROTECTION REQUIRED! The cry of the uprooted Mandrake will kill! The perfect costume for babies of Potter fans. Mandrake Hat is 6-12 month size
Hunger Games Katniss Inspired Wrap Knitting Pattern
This wrap is inspired by a costume piece worn by Katniss in the Hunger Games movie, Catching Fire. It looks like a piece of modern armour and would make a great accessory worn in the colder months. Sizes available - Adult size S,M, L,XL, Kids size (age 7 and up)
Cabbage Patch Wig Hat Crochet Pattern
Hands up if you had a Cabbage Patch Kid doll. The original ones had yarn hair just like this wig. Many hair style variations included.
Trolls Movie Branch Crochet Hat Pattern
This Trolls hat is truly hair raising! This pattern includes 51 pages of detailed instructions to guide you though the crochet process, step-by-step.
Crochet Beard and Beanie Pattern
A beanie that will keep your face warm. So cute! Add a checked shirt and you have an instant Lumberjack or Hipster Costume.
Top Hat Crochet Pattern
Top hats are hard to come by, so if you are looking for the finishing touch to a magician, Steampunk or Victorian style costume, crocheting your own hat could be an easy option.
Lobster Hat Crochet Pattern
What could be funnier than a lobster costume? The hat ties are lobster claws. Haha! Available in 5 sizes.
These crochet creations are next level! I just started crocheting so it’s going to take a while before I can make something as complicated as these, but thank you for sharing the patterns! I will save these 🙂
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Love this post. Sometimes I feel like I may have gone just that little bit too far with the craft but then I read something like this and realise that sometimes too much is barely enough. Keep up the good crafty work Cintia!