Time to explore 10+ spooktacular Halloween DIY crafts in this fun Halloween Crafting Event featuring Halloween crochet patterns and a Halloween plastic canvas pattern.
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For the next 10 days, we’re thrilled to be bringing you 10 spooktacular Halloween DIY crafts featuring Halloween crochet patterns and a Halloween plastic canvas pattern.
This Halloween Crafting Event kicks off on July 1st and will run through July 10th – 10 days in total.
I’m teaming up with my friends Emily of Crochet Aweigh and Candace of T&C Crafters for this event. Each day, there will be a different featured craft pattern, and it will either be available on one of their blogs or on mine – Yarn Crafts & Coffee.
This year, 2026, we’re going to share a total of 9 crochet projects and 1 plastic canvas pattern.
Below you’ll find the schedule. This post will go live by 12pm EST on it’s day, and I will send a newsletter out at that time to let you know.
We are building onto this Crafting Event post that originally went live in 2025. Below the 2026 Crafting Event projects, you’ll find all the projects that were shared during the 2025 Crafting Event by Emily, Candace and myself – you can still click over to view these projects too!
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2026 Spooktacular Halloween Crafting Event
Day 1 – Binx the plush bat crochet Pattern review
Bats are right up there with jack-o-lanterns and ghosts as a key feature of Halloween, and the Binx the Plush Bat by Theresa’s Crochet Shop creates the perfect bat to celebrate. This advanced beginner to intermediate crochet pattern can be made with plush yarn, as intended, or worsted weight yarn.
View the Crochet Pattern Review by T&C Crafters on EyeLoveKnots
Day 2 – Through the Window Earwarmer
Crochet a cozy earwarmer with inset mosaic crochet and your favorite worsted weight yarn. While not really meant to be a spooky design, don’t the black boxes look like bats?
The idea of mosaic crochet may intimidate you, but please don’t let it. This stitch pattern is comprised of single crochets and chains with some double crochets to create the overlap. I think a confident beginner could do this.
There are instructions for Child, Toddler and Adult so you can make one for everybody!
View the Free Crochet Pattern on EyeLoveKnots
Day 3 – The Halloweb Shawl Crochet Pattern Review
This Halloween-themed shawl doesn’t seem so spooky until you get up close and see all the intricate (but easy!) spiderweb stitches! I’ve made this shawl 4 separate times and I can confirm that it looks great in every color combo, but the orange and black is classic Halloween!
You only need 2 skeins of fingering #1 weight yarn to make this stunning Halloweb Shawl! Check out the pattern review to get the ins and outs on different yarns, and pattern notes.
View the Crochet Pattern Review by Crochet Aweigh on Cre8tion Crochet
Day 4 – Remi Candy Pouch
While this adorable little bag was originally designed to be a soap cozy, after finishing it, I couldn’t help but imagine it as a candy pouch perfect for Halloween parties or to hand out to trick or treaters. They are also great to use for small gifts, like a pair of spooky cute earrings.
You’re going to need 65 yards of worsted weight yarn. I love the durability and versatility of cotton yarn, but you can use your favorite worsted weight yarn from your stash. Keep in mind, cotton creates a more relaxed fabric, so if you opt for something like acrylic or wool, you’ll want to size up on your crochet hook.
You’ll also want to have an H8/5mm crochet hook.
View the Free Crochet Pattern on EyeLoveKnots
Day 5 – 20 Halloween Crochet Patterns to Sell at Craft Fairs & Markets
Whether you are getting ready for fall craft fairs or simply looking for your next Halloween crochet project, this collection of 20 Halloween crochet patterns is full of ideas to inspire your next make! From pumpkins and ghosts to bats, candy corn, and other spooky favorites, this roundup includes a variety of projects that work well for different skill levels and market audiences.
Most of these projects use common crochet supplies, including worsted weight or bulky yarn, a crochet hook in the recommended size, fiberfill for stuffed items, safety eyes (when appropriate), and basic notions like a yarn needle and scissors. Many patterns are also great stash busters, making them a great budget-friendly way to get ready for spooky season. With so many fun designs in one place, this roundup makes it easy to find your next project and start preparing for Halloween!
View the Collection of Crochet Patterns on T&C Crafters
Day 6 – The Grinning Gourd: a jack-o-lantern dishcloth
This friendly Jack-o-Lantern dishcloth is almost too cute to use – almost! This 9″x9″ dishcloth is crocheted out of 3 colors of Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton. You need less than 100 yards total so you can use some cotton scraps, or make several dishcloths from your 3 skeins. You also need a size H8/5mm crochet hook. This makes a great gift for all those Halloween lovers out there! You can also use it as a granny square, make several of them, and turn them into a bag, or a jack-o-lantern top! The possibilities are endless!
View the Free Crochet Pattern on Crochet Aweigh
Day 7 – Addison Shay Alien Coasters
These coasters begin with a simple single crochet stitch base and then are embellished with a cross stitched alien pattern.
Depending on how you see it, you may also see a skull instead. That was the original design, but I saw alien when I was done stitching.
You’re going to need about 25 yards total of worsted weight yarn each coaster. I love the durability and versatility of cotton yarn, but you can use your favorite worsted weight yarn from your stash.
You’ll also want to have an H8/5mm crochet hook.
View the Free Crochet Pattern on EyeLoveKnots
Day 8 – Dylan Claire Bow
Learn how to crochet the Dylan Claire Bow, a cute, oversized bow that is easy and beginner friendly worked in simple double crochet stitches with this free crochet pattern. This bow is perfect for scraps and looks great in stripes or solid colors.
Crocheted bows are such a fun project that you can use in a variety of ways, similarly to how you would a crocheted applique. You can attach a bow to an alligator clip to use in your hair or you can attach it to pin. Either way, the bow would be a cute accent on a tote bag, throw pillow, hat or cowl. Alternatively, you can sew the bow on to make a more permanent fixture, such as on a crocheted blanket.
A crocheted bow would look great attached to a wreath or thrift store basket, hung from twine and used as an ornament on the Christmas tree, strung together to make a garland and so much more! You can even change up the weight of yarn used to make a smaller or larger crocheted bow.
View the Free Crochet Pattern on EyeLoveKnots
Day 9 – Sport Weight Bobblish Scrubbies
Crocheted scrubbies feel fantastic against the skin and are a great way to both exfoliate as well as remove your make up. If you prefer something for the kitchen instead, these textured bobble stitch scrubbies are also great for washing dishes with.
The bonus with crocheted face scrubbies is that they can easily be thrown into the wash and reused again which will surely save you money from continuously buying one use face pads and are more eco-friendly.
You’ll need about 25 yards of sport weight #2 cotton yarn per scrubbie and a F5/3.75mm crochet hook.
View the Free Crochet Pattern on Yarn Crafts & Coffee
Day 10 – Chunky Checkered Bookmark
A plastic canvas bookmark is a great project for practicing stitch patterns and using up scraps of yarn, especially when you are wanting a plastic canvas project that isn’t a coaster, but can still be completed fairly quickly – just over an hour and a half. It’s also a great project for using up the long, skinny pieces of plastic canvas that build in your scrap bin.
This plastic canvas pattern was designed in 7 mesh canvas, but you could easily adjust it to use 10 mesh or 14 mesh if desired.
View the Free Plastic Canvas Pattern on Yarn Crafts & Coffee
2025 Spooktacular Halloween Crafting Event
October 1st -Day 1 – The Cassandra Cape
This eye-catching cape is the perfect witchy accessory to keep you cozy on chilly Autumn nights! Mosaic crochet is the technique used to create such interesting color work. Throw this on over your witch costume, or just for the overall spooky vibes!
The Cassandra Cape showcases a DK weight hand-dyed yarn from Olive & Two Ewe. This yarn is a 75% Superwash Merino and 25% Nylon blend that is extra squishy! You will need approximately 476 yards of “color 1” and 310 yards of “color 2”. If wool isn’t your thing, then I’d recommend a cotton/acrylic blend like Sarasota from Cascade Yarns. By blending acrylic and cotton together you will get a yarn that is soft like cotton, but has more structure to it like the wool would.
You’ll also need to grab your G7/4.00mm crochet hook.
View the Free Crochet Pattern on Crochet Aweigh
october 2nd -Day 2 – through the window candy pouch
While this adorable little bag was originally designed to be a soap cozy, after finishing it, I couldn’t help but imagine it as a candy pouch perfect for Halloween parties or to hand out to trick or treaters. They are also great to use for small gifts, like a pair of spooky cute earrings.
You’re going to need 70 yards of worsted weight yarn. In my recent update of this crochet pattern, I used Circulo Natural Cotton Maxcolor 4/6, which is a heavy worsted weight cotton yarn. Alternatively, I like WeCrochet Dishie and Queensland Coastal Cotton for mine, though these are a lighter worsted weight cotton yarn so I’d recommend sizing up on your crochet hook. My number one thing for picking a great 100% cotton yarn to work with is making sure it’s colorfast, which means the color is set so you don’t have to worry about the colors fading and bleeding. All 3 of my recommendations here are colorfast.
Now, do you need to use a cotton yarn? Not at all! I love the durability and versatility of cotton yarn, but you can use your favorite worsted weight yarn from your stash. Keep in mind, cotton creates a more relaxed fabric, so if you opt for something like acrylic or wool, you’ll want to size up on your crochet hook.
You’ll also want to have an H8/5mm crochet hook.
View the Free Crochet Pattern on EyeLoveKnots
october 3rd -Day 3 – through the window Crossbody bag
When I originally planned this Halloween Event, I knew I wanted to share a trick or treat bag and something to coordinate with it. After a little brainstorming, I thought “how cute would a matching bag for Mom be to hold her phone and keys while trick or treating with the kids?” and boom! My new favorite crocheted bag was born.
You’re going to need some worsted weight yarn – I used Circulo Natural Cotton Maxcolor 4/6, which is a heavy worsted weight cotton yarn. Alternatively, I like WeCrochet Dishie and Queensland Coastal Cotton for my bags, though these are a lighter worsted weight cotton yarn so I’d recommend sizing up on your crochet hook. My number one thing for picking a great 100% cotton yarn to work with is making sure it’s colorfast, which means the color is set so you don’t have to worry about the colors fading and bleeding, and I like to be able to wash my bags so colorfast is a must. All 3 of my recommendations here are colorfast.
Now, do you need to use a cotton yarn? Not at all! I love the durability and versatility of cotton yarn, but you can use your favorite worsted weight yarn from your stash. Keep in mind, cotton creates a more relaxed fabric, so if you opt for something like acrylic, you’ll want to size up on your crochet hook.
You’ll also want to have an H8/5mm crochet hook, and if you want to line your tote bag, my favorite way to do that is with a store bought bag that fits inside. If you meet my gauge, the size canvas bag I used measures 13 1/2″ wide by 13 1/2″ tall, and has a zipper built in about 2″ from the top of the bag. You can find a cream and black option in the shop, but you can also source bags like these, with or without the zipper, on Amazon and your local craft store in the aisle where Cricut or sublimation supplies can be found. Alternatively, you can sew your own lining.
View the Free Crochet Pattern on Cre8tion Crochet
october 4th – Day 4 – Pumpkin Pals
The Pumpkin Pals are a beginner-friendly, easy and no-sew set of adorable crocheted pumpkins! These pumpkins work up really quickly and are great additions for boo bags, toys of kiddos at Halloween, and market makes! You can easily make up the smaller Pumpkin Pal in less than 30 minutes!
To make the Pumpkin Pals, you will want to grab some super bulky (weight 6) yarn like Bernat Blanket yarn or Lion Brand Cover Story with your K10.5/6.5 mm hook. You’ll also need some stuffing and a durable yarn needle.
Note of caution – these little pumpkin pals are addicting! Before you know it, you’ll have a whole pumpkin patch!
Find this free crochet pattern on T&C Crafters!
october 5th – Day 5 – through the window trick or treat tote bag
When I originally planned this Halloween Crafting Event, a trick or treat bag was number one on my list, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with how this adorable crocheted bag turned out! I imagined it being used to collect candy while trick or treating, but it is also a great sized tote bag for everyday errands and carrying WIPs in.
You’re going to need some worsted weight yarn – I used Circulo Natural Cotton Maxcolor 4/6, which is a heavy worsted weight cotton yarn. Alternatively, I like WeCrochet Dishie and Queensland Coastal Cotton for my bags, though these are a lighter worsted weight cotton yarn so I’d recommend sizing up on your crochet hook. My number one thing for picking a great 100% cotton yarn to work with is making sure it’s colorfast, which means the color is set so you don’t have to worry about the colors fading and bleeding, and I like to be able to wash my bags so colorfast is a must. All 3 of my recommendations here are colorfast.
Now, do you need to use a cotton yarn? Not at all! I love the durability and versatility of cotton yarn, but you can use your favorite worsted weight yarn from your stash. Keep in mind, cotton creates a more relaxed fabric, so if you opt for something like acrylic, you’ll want to size up on your crochet hook.
You’ll also want to have an H8/5mm crochet hook, and if you want to line your tote bag, my favorite way to do that is with a store bought bag that fits inside. If you meet my gauge, the size canvas bag I used measures 13 1/2″ wide by 13 1/2″ tall by 3″ deep. You can find a cream and black option in the shop, but you can also source bags like these on Amazon and your local craft store in the aisle where Cricut or sublimation supplies can be found. Alternatively, you can sew your own lining.
View the Free Crochet Pattern on Cre8tion Crochet
october 6tH – Day 6 – Cassandra Collar
The Cassandra Collar is the Cassandra Cape’s little sister! This collar is giving serious Adams Family vibes and is sure to be the pop of color your Halloween outfits need! Mosaic crochet is the technique used to achieve such exciting color work!
The Cassandra Collar, like the cape, uses a DK weight hand-dyed yarn from Olive & Two Ewe. This yarn is a 75% Superwash Merino and 25% Nylon blend that is super squishy! You will need about 186 yards of “color 1” and 92 yards of “color 2”. If you’d rather not use wool, then I’d recommend a cotton/acrylic blend like Sarasota from Cascade Yarns. By blending acrylic and cotton together you will get a yarn that is soft like cotton, but has more structure to it like the wool or acrylic would.
You’ll also need to grab your G7/4.00mm crochet hook.
View the Free Crochet Pattern on Crochet Aweigh
october 7TH – Day 7 – Chunky Checkered Plastic Canvas Coasters
You’ll need some worsted weight yarn. I’ve used Lion Brand Pound of Love for mine. You can definitely use any worsted weight yarn out of your stash though! Pound of Love is a 100% acrylic yarn, and I have a several coasters I’ve made myself using Red Heart Super Saver Yarn, which is also a 100% acrylic yarn, and probably the most common yarn to use when it comes to working plastic canvas projects. A hot cup of coffee is not hot enough to melt synthetic fibers, and while it doesn’t quite absorb the same way with cold beverages, it still holds the water and does not seep through to the surface. A wool blend, like Lion Brand Wool Ease or Berroco Vintage, is another lovely yarn for coasters that I have used for some in my personal collection, and the wool adds to the durability and absorbency.
If you don’t have any worsted weight yarn to spare, you can hold two strands of lightweight yarn together, and stitch the same way with it, or hold one strand and work two passes per stitch.
You’ll also want to have some 7 Mesh Plastic Canvas (stiff or soft) and a #18 or #20 Tapestry Needle (I like to use a #18 more). Jewelry pliers are an excellent tool to use to help weave in ends. I am not lining mine, but for a cleaner back, you could cut and attach some felt, fabric, or cork.
View the Free Plastic Canvas Pattern On Rockwood Lane
