A little ghost in a bat hood makes a charming autumn hanger. This Puff Ghostie Bat pairs a softly stuffed white ghost with a separate purple cap, scalloped wings, a simple hanging loop, and a bright yellow star.
A tiny ghost with a bat disguise
This playful Halloween ornament brings together three familiar shapes: a rounded little ghost, a soft purple bat hood, and a small golden star. The white body is stuffed for a puffy silhouette, while the hood, ears, and wings are made separately and attached to frame the ghost’s face. A purple loop lets the finished character hang, with the yellow star dangling beneath.
The complete free pattern is available from the Puff Bat pattern listing on Ravelry. Follow that listing for the full stitch-by-stitch instructions and assembly directions.
Materials and finished size
Plan for DK-weight yarn in white, purple, and yellow, a 2.5 mm crochet hook, a yarn needle, scissors, and stuffing. The design uses 6 mm safety eyes. The ghost measures about 12 cm from its base through the top of the hood; the loop and star are additional hanging details.
The compact hook and DK yarn create a close fabric that helps contain the stuffing. As with any small amigurumi, keep the tension even and secure every yarn end carefully. The separate pieces—the purple hood, two pointed ears, two wings, loop, and star—are attached after the ghost body is shaped.
Construction at a glance
The six-panel guide below follows the project’s broad assembly order: prepare the yarn and tools, finish and stuff the white ghost, add its face details, make the purple bat hood and wings, prepare the hanging loop and star, then sew the pieces together. It is a visual overview rather than a substitute for the complete written pattern.
The bat hood sits over the ghost’s head, with its ears above and wings extending to either side. The face stays simple so the white ghost remains easy to recognize beneath the purple cap. The star gives the hanging ornament a small bright accent without changing the body’s approximately 12 cm scale.
Safety and display notes
This is best treated as a decorative ornament, not a baby toy. Safety eyes are small parts and may detach; the star, wings, and hanging loop also need secure attachment. Keep the finished ornament out of reach of babies and young children, and never hang it above a crib, bed, stroller, or unsupervised play area. Check the seams and attachments before each seasonal display. If making a child-safe version, embroider the eyes and omit dangling parts—but note that any modification changes the original project.
For more character crochet, browse HookElla’s Amigurumi collection or try the Pocket Pop Mushroom Clicker. For this ornament’s full instructions, use the free Puff Bat crochet pattern on Ravelry.
Helpful questions
How large is the Puff Ghostie Bat?
The ghost measures approximately 12 cm from its base to the top of the purple hood. The hanging loop and yellow star extend beyond that measurement.
What materials are used?
The project uses DK yarn in white, purple, and yellow, a 2.5 mm hook, stuffing, and 6 mm safety eyes, along with a yarn needle and scissors.
Are the full crochet instructions included here?
No. This spotlight shares the project overview and practical notes. The free Ravelry listing linked in the article provides the complete pattern.
Is this suitable for a baby or young child?
No. Safety eyes and the small star and hanging components can detach and pose a choking or strangulation hazard. Treat the finished piece as an adult-supervised decoration, keep it away from babies and young children, and do not hang it over a crib or play space.
