10 free spooky Halloween knitting patterns

Looking for a spooky, cutesy or creepy Halloween knitting project? We’ve rounded up our top 10 free Halloween knitting patterns to help you decide. Whether you’re after the perfect knitted pumpkin, knitted Halloween hat or best children’s Halloween costume, we have a pattern to help you along the way.

1. Pumpkin Hat

What better way to stay warm during the autumn than with this festive knitted pumpkin beanie. It’s the perfect accessory to top any Halloween outfit.

2. Gruesome Knitted Eyeballs

Hide these creepy knitted eyeballs around the house to give your guests a scary surprise. The Cascade 220 Fingering yarn gives you the option to create a range of scary eye colours.

3. Pirate Hat

Our step-by-step pattern guide will help any beginner create this stylish knitted pirate hat. You can even knit your own eye patch to accompany it.

4. Cat Ears

Who said dressing up was just for the kids? Complete your cat costume with these quick and cute cat earsusing our Lion Brand Vanna's Choice yarn.

5. Halloween Spider Family

Give your home a Halloween makeover by scattering these spooky spiders in each room. This pattern uses DMC Petra Crochet Cotton yarn, which comes in a variety of bright colours.

6. Turtle Dog Costume

Don’t forget the dog! Keep your puppy warm on those cold October nights with this knitted Halloween turtle sweater.

7. Dog Octopus Costume

Or maybe they'd prefer to dress up as an octopus instead? This dog Halloween pattern will fit both small and medium-sized furry friends.

8. Ghost Egg Cosy

Add some 'Boo!' to breakfast with this adorable knitted ghost egg cosy - perfect for beginners!

9. Kiko the Knitted Monster

Kiko the knitted monster is both Halloween appropriate and cute and cuddly for the little ones. Switch up the yarn colours to personalise your own knitted friend.

10. Knitted Trick-or-Treat Bags

Your kids will love filling these handmade knitted trick-or-treat bags with all their Halloween sweets.