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Halloween Dreams Pattern

Halloween Dreams Pattern
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Multi-Day Project

A rewarding 12+ hour journey—perfect for dedicated crafters who love detailed work.

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Soft Hug

Gentle, plush, and full of warmth, creating a sense of comfort and coziness wherever they find a home.

About This Halloween Dreams Pattern

This pattern creates a Halloween-themed blanket featuring pumpkins, ghosts, bats and colourful stripes using DK yarn. It combines simple rows, bobble stitches and tapestry crochet charts to build playful panels across the blanket. You will work back and forth in rows and follow charted sections for the character panels. The finished blanket measures approximately 100cm x 125cm.

Halloween Dreams Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern uses DK yarn and two hook sizes for the best tension across colourwork and tapestry sections. Clear photos, chart guidance and helpful tips are included throughout to support your progress.

Why You'll Love This Halloween Dreams Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends simple stitchwork with eye-catching charted motifs for a big impact. The combination of bobbles, humbug stripes and tapestry charts keeps each section interesting and fun to work. I enjoy how the repeated chart repeats make it easy to maintain stitch counts while creating bold Halloween characters. This blanket makes a seasonal statement and is endlessly customizable with colour changes and yarn choices.

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Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customise the colours in this blanket; try swapping the purple for a soft grey or the orange for a deep rust for a different vibe.

If you want a chunkier, cozier blanket, use a bulkier yarn and a larger hook — this will create a plush, snuggly throw perfect for chilly nights.

To make a mini or throw size, change your yarn weight and hook or work fewer repeats of the chart panels to reduce the width.

I often add embroidered eyes or tiny felt details to personalise the characters; a little embroidery can add expression and charm to each pumpkin or ghost.

For a more subtle version, use tonal shades of the same colour family so the motifs blend softly into the background rather than standing out vividly.

Consider using leftover yarn from other projects for the border contrast to make the blanket more sustainable and colourful.

If you enjoy posable characters, try making a small matching amigurumi using the same palette for a set of Halloween decorations.

I also recommend trying different bobble sizes by adjusting the number of partial stitches to create larger or smaller bobbles for texture variety.

Play with the order of stripe sections — move the humbug stripes or bobble rows around to create your own repeat sequence and visual rhythm.

If you're making this as a gift, personalise it by stitching a small initial or date on the wrong side before adding the final border.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during chart repeats leads to losing track of 30-stitch repeats; place a marker every 30 stitches to mark repeats and keep alignment. ✗ Pulling carried yarn too tight causes edges to pull and warp; keep carried yarn loose and gently tuck it into the rows so it lies flat without tugging. ✗ Forgetting that the starting chain may or may not count as a stitch will shift your count; follow the pattern note for each section (1ch counts or does not count) and always count 150 stitches at the end of the first repeat. ✗ Not sewing in tails as you go leads to a large finishing job at the end; weave in tails every few rows and sew in ends for a neater finish and less end-of-project work. ✗ Changing to a smaller hook for tapestry sections without compensating can make rows too tight; use the recommended 4.5mm hook for tapestry sections to keep tension even and sides straight.

Halloween Dreams Pattern

Create a festive Halloween blanket full of pumpkins, ghosts, bats and bold stripes. This pattern guides you through tapestry crochet charts, bobbles and simple colourwork so you can make a cosy seasonal throw. Clear charts and step-by-step instructions make it approachable while still delivering impressive detail. Perfect for adding a handmade touch to your spooky decorations.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Halloween Dreams Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    DK yarn (acrylic suggested) 100g balls, approx 280-300m per ball
  • 02
    Purple (main) - 2 x 100g balls
  • 03
    Orange - 2 x 100g balls
  • 04
    White - 2 x 100g balls
  • 05
    Black - 2 x 100g balls
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    Green (lime/spearmint) - 1 x 100g ball
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    Alternative palettes listed (A-E) using same yarn order; see pattern for brand suggestions

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 4.0mm
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    Crochet hook 4.5mm (for tapestry crochet sections)
  • 03
    Yarn needle
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    Scissors
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    Stitch markers (recommended every 30 stitches for chart repeats)
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    Measuring tape (to check finished size)
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    Pins for assembly (optional)

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— Materials :

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DK yarn. Calculations are correct for acrylic 100g, 280-300m balls. There are some colour scheme suggestions at the end of the pattern.

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Colours: Purple 2 balls. Orange 2 balls. White 2 balls. Black 2 balls. Green 1 ball.

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You can buy a yarn pack from Snufflebeanyarn.co.uk (as noted in the pattern).

— Tools :

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4mm & 4.5mm hooks. Rows with colour changes tend to be a little tighter than single-colour rows. Changing to a larger hook will help to keep your tension even and your sides completely straight.

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Yarn needle. Scissors. A few stitch markers may be helpful for the charted sections.

— Measurements :

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The finished blanket measures approximately 100cm x 125cm (39.5" x 49.5").

— Helpful Tips and Information :

Infos :

Gauge is not too important for this blanket as long as your tension is consistent throughout. Using the recommended hook sizes and changing size when indicated will give you the neatest finish. It's a good idea to read through the whole pattern before you begin. The stitch count of every row is always 150 stitches.

Infos :

A chain 2 at the start of a row DOES count as a stitch. A chain 1 at the start of a row DOES NOT count as a stitch. The blanket is worked back and forth in rows. Always start a new row where the previous row ended. Turn the blanket after every row unless the pattern specifies otherwise. This pattern is written in US terms. It is also available in UK terms.

— Sewing in the tails :

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It's a good idea to sew in your tails as you go. This will save you a big job at the end.

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On the wrong side, thread your needle under a few stitches, taking care that it can't be seen on the front. Make sure you don't pull too tight and distort your edge.

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Catch the needle under a stitch, again taking care that it can't be seen on the front. Thread the needle back the other way under a few stitches and pull through. Snip off the excess.

— Stripes and bobbles :

Foundation Chain :

Using purple and a 4mm hook, 152ch.

Row 1 :

1dc in 4th ch from hook. 1dc in each ch across. 2ch, turn. From now on, the count for every row is 150 stitches.

Row 2 :

(The 2ch counts as the first stitch). Sk the first st and 1dc in each stitch across. 2ch, turn.

Row 3 :

Repeat Row 2 (Sk the first st and 1dc in each stitch across). 2ch, turn.

Row 4 :

(The 2ch counts as the first stitch). Sk the first st and 1dc in each stitch across. 1ch, turn.

Row 5 (bobble row) :

(The 1ch does not count as a stitch). 1sc in first 3 sts. Join white in the last pull through of 3rd sc, make bobble. [3sc in purple, make bobble in white] until 2 sts remain. 1sc in each of the last 2 sts. 2ch, turn. Cut white. You will have 37 bobbles.

How to make a bobble :

The 1ch does not count as a stitch so place your first sc where the needle is pointing. When working the 3rd sc, stop while you still have two loops on the hook. Complete the stitch by pulling through a loop of white. Bring purple and the tail of the white towards you. Yo, insert hook into next st and pull up a loop, yo pull through 2 loops. You should have 2 loops on your hook. In the same st, yo, pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops, 4 more times. You should have 6 loops on your hook. Using purple, yo and pull through all loops on your hook to complete the bobble. Repeat the steps above, working 3sc in purple followed by a bobble in white until 2 sts remain. 1 sc in each st. Work all your purple dc over the white so that it is hidden.

Row 6 :

1dc in each stitch across. 2ch, turn.

Rows 7-8 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. 2ch, turn. Repeat for row 8.

Row 9 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. Change to orange, 2ch, turn.

Row 10 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. 2ch, turn.

Row 11 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. Change to purple, 2ch, turn.

Row 12 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. Change to green, 2ch, turn.

— Humbug stripe / Transition to chart :

Info :

The Humbug stripe appears several times and consists of three rows worked the same way. Sometimes worked right side facing, sometimes wrong side; it is virtually identical both sides.

Row 13 :

Sk the first st and 1hdc in each st across. Change to white, 3ch, turn.

Row 14 :

(3ch counts as 1hdc and 1ch). Sk 2 sts and 1hdc in the next st, 1ch. [sk 1 st, 1hdc in next st, 1ch] until 1 st remains. Fasten off white. Join green in last stitch, 2ch (counts as first dc), turn.

Row 15 :

[1htr, 1tr in row below] until 1 st remains. 1htr in last st and fasten off.

Info :

Row 16 - 40 are worked from the pumpkin chart. The chart makes up rows 16-40 of the blanket. To avoid confusion the chart rows are referred to as chart row 1, chart row 2 etc for the pumpkins. Every row of the chart is single crochet (sc). Use a 4.5mm hook for tapestry crochet sections.

Round 16-40 :

Work pumpkin chart rows 1-25 of the chart (these chart rows correspond to blanket rows 16-40). Follow the chart carefully; each chart row is worked across 150 stitches and will be repeated 5 times across the blanket width where indicated.

— Pumpkin Chart (chart rows) :

Chart row 1 :

With the RIGHT SIDE facing you (Bobbles sticking out), using a 4.5mm hook, join black in the first stitch and 1 ch. Work row 1 of the chart 5 times. 1ch, turn. 150 sts. (So you will work 30 black sc 5 times, making 150 sc in total.)

Chart row 2 :

Work row 2 of the chart 5 times. 1 ch, turn. 150 sts.

Chart row 3 :

Using black and orange, work row 3 of the chart 5 times. 1 ch, turn. Read each repeat right to left. To change colours, pull through the loop of the new colour as you complete the last stitch of the old colour so the carried yarn is trapped.

Infos :

Continue following the chart changing colours as required. Cut the orange yarn at the end of chart row 20. Join green in row 21. Cut green at the end of row 23. That's rows 16 - 40 complete. Now return to the regular row numbers in the written instructions.

— Rows 41 - 46 :

Row 41 :

Using a 4mm hook, change to green and 2ch. Sk the first st and 1hdc in each st across. Change to white, 3ch, turn.

Row 42 :

Sk 2 sts and 1hdc in the next st. 1 ch. [Sk 1 st, 1hdc in next st, 1ch] until 1 st remains. Join green in last st, 2 ch, turn.

Row 43 :

[1hdc, 1dc in row below] until 1 st remains. 1hdc in last st. Change to purple, 2ch, turn.

Row 44 :

Sk the first stitch and 1dc in each st across. Change to orange, 2ch, turn.

Row 45 :

Sk the first stitch and 1dc in each st across. 2ch, turn.

Row 46 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. Change to white, 2ch, turn.

— Ghosts (charts and rows) :

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Rows 47 - 49 are Humbug stripe then charted ghost section makes up rows 50 - 89 of the blanket (chart has 40 rows). Use 4.5mm hook for chart sections and work five repeats across width as required. Keep purple yarn to front and white to back when carrying yarn.

Row 47 :

Sk the first st and 1hdc in each st across. Change to black, 3ch, turn.

Row 48 :

(3ch counts as a 1hdc and 1ch). Sk 2 sts and 1hdc in the next st. 1ch. [Sk 1 st, 1hdc in next st, 1ch] until 1 st remains. Join white in last st and 2ch, turn.

Row 49 :

[1hdc, 1dc in row below] until 1 st remains. 1hdc in last st. Change to purple, 1ch, turn.

Rows 50 - 89 :

Work the ghost chart (40 chart rows) five repeats across the width of the blanket. Each chart row is single crochet and makes up blanket rows 50 - 89. Keep an eye on stitch count at end of first repeat (150 stitches).

— Transition and Humbug stripe rows around 90s :

Row 90 :

Using 4mm hook, change to white and 2ch. Sk the first st and 1hdc in each st across. Change to black, 3ch, turn.

Row 91 :

(3ch counts as a 1hdc and 1ch). Sk 2 sts and 1hdc in the next st. 1ch. [Sk 1 st, 1hdc in next st, 1ch] until 1 st remains. Join white in last st and 2ch, turn.

Row 92 :

[1hdc, 1dc in row below] until 1 st remains. 1hdc in last st. Change to orange, 2ch, turn.

Row 93 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. 2ch, turn.

Row 94 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. 2ch, turn. Change to black, 2ch, turn.

Row 95 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. 2ch, turn.

Row 96 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. 1ch, turn.

Row 97 (Bobble Row) :

(The 1ch does not count as a stitch). 1sc in first 3 sts. Join white in the last pull through of 3rd sc, make bobble. [3sc in black, make bobble in white] until 2 sts remain. 1sc in each of the last 2 sts. 2ch, turn. Cut white. You will have 37 bobbles.

Row 98 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. 2ch, turn.

Row 99 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. Change to orange, 2ch, turn.

Row 100 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. 2ch, turn.

Row 101 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. Change to white, 2ch, turn.

Rows 102 - 104 :

Humbug stripe. Row 102: Sk the first st and 1hdc in each st across. Change to purple, 3ch, turn. Row 103: (3ch counts as 1hdc and 1ch). Sk 2 sts and 1hdc in the next st. 1ch. [Sk 1 st, 1hdc in next st, 1ch] until 1 st remains. Join white in last st and 2ch, turn. Row 104: [1hdc, 1dc in row below] until 1 st remains. 1hdc in last st. Do not turn. Join green yarn with right side facing you, 1ch.

— Bats (chart rows 105-121) :

Info :

The bat chart has 17 rows and makes up blanket rows 105 - 121. Use a 4.5mm hook and the green and black yarn for the chart sections. Work five repeats of the chart across the width as required. Keep green to the front and black to the back when carrying yarn.

Rows 122 - 124 :

Humbug stripe. Row 122: Using a 4mm hook, change to white and 2ch. Sk the first st and 1hdc in each st across. Change to purple, 3ch, turn. Row 123: (3ch counts as 1hdc and 1ch). Sk 2 sts and 1hdc in the next st. 1ch. [Sk 1 st, 1hdc in next st, 1ch] until 1 st remains. Join white in last st and 2ch, turn. Row 124: [1hdc, 1dc in row below] until 1 st remains. 1hdc in last st. Change to orange, 2ch, turn.

Row 125 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. 2ch, turn.

Row 126 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. Change to purple, 2ch, turn.

Row 127 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. Change to green, 2ch, turn.

Rows 128 - 130 :

Humbug stripe. Row 128: Sk the first st and 1hdc in each st across. Change to white, 3ch, turn. Row 129: (3ch counts as a 1hdc and 1ch). Sk 2 sts and 1hdc in the next st. 1ch. [Sk 1 st, 1hdc in next st, 1ch] until 1 st remains. Join green in last st, 2ch, turn. Row 130: [1hdc, 1dc in row below] until 1 st remains. 1hdc in last st. Change to black, 1ch, turn.

— Cats (chart rows and repeats) :

Rows 131 - 160 :

Rows 131 - 160 are black cats and are worked from the cats chart. Start with RIGHT SIDE FACING and work 5 repeats of the chart. Use a 4.5mm hook and the black and orange yarn. All stitches in the chart are sc. When changing colours, keep the black yarn to the front and the orange yarn to the back to prevent twisting. Check your stitch count is 150 at the end of the first row of the chart.

— Humbug stripe and final stripes to edge :

Rows 161 - 163 :

Rows 161 - 163 are Humbug stripe. Row 161: Join green, 2ch, sk the first st and 1hdc in each st across. Change to white, 3ch, turn. Row 162: (3ch counts as 1hdc and 1ch). Sk 2 sts and 1hdc in the next st. 1ch. [Sk 1 st, 1hdc in next st, 1ch] until 1 st remains. Join green in last st and 2ch, turn. Row 163: [1hdc, 1dc in row below] until 1 st remains. 1hdc in last st. Change to purple, 2ch, turn.

Row 164 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. Change to orange, 2ch, turn.

Row 165 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. 2ch, turn.

Row 166 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. Do not turn.

Rows 167 - 169 :

Join purple with wrong side facing you, 2ch. Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. 2ch, turn.

Row 170 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. 1ch, turn.

Row 171 (Bobble Row) :

Bobble Row. 1ch, 1 sc in each of the first 3 sts. Join white to make bobble. [3sc, make bobble] until 2 sts remain. 1sc in each of the last 2 sts. 2ch, turn. Cut white.

Rows 172 - 174 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. 2ch, turn.

Row 175 :

Sk the first st and 1dc in each st across. Fasten off. Sew in all remaining tails.

— Eyes and finishing character details :

Info :

The last stage is to bring characters to life and add eyes and any embroidered details. See accompanying video for extra detail. Make eyes for ghosts using horizontal stitches between two double crochet; make 8 stitches between each of the two dots shown and secure on the back so it is not visible on the front.

— Border :

Round 1 :

Using a 4mm hook, join white in the first stitch in the top right hand corner of the blanket. 1ch (does not count as a stitch). 1sc, 2ch, 1sc in the same stitch to form corner, 1sc in each stitch along top edge. 1 sc, 2 ch, 1sc in the same stitch to turn the corner.

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At the end of every double crochet row, make 2 single crochets. If it's a half double row or a single crochet row, make 1 single crochet. This ensures perfect spacing and straight border without counting stitches.

Round 2 :

1ch (does not count as a stitch), 1dc in the same stitch to start the round. Continue to work round in white, making 1 sc in each stitch and 1sc, 2ch, 1sc in the corner spaces. Fasten off.

Round 3 :

Join black in any corner space. 1ch (does not count as a stitch). 1sc, 2ch, 1sc to form corner, 1sc in each stitch around. 1 sc, 2 ch, 1 sc in same stitch in each corner space.

Round 4 :

Repeat round 3 in white.

Round 5 :

Repeat round 3 in black. If you would like to make your border wider, use leftovers of any of the other colours at this point.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew in all remaining tails as you go or at the end, threading yarn under several stitches on the wrong side and securing so it can't be seen on the front.
  • Add eyes and facial details after all chart sections are complete, passing the yarn under the stitch between the eyes on the back so it is not visible on the front.
  • Work the border rounds in sequence: Round 1 join white, Round 2 white, Round 3 black, Round 4 white, Round 5 black, finishing by sewing in all tails.
  • When joining colours for tapestry sections or charts, pull through the new colour on the last pull-through of the previous stitch to trap the carried yarn inside and avoid visible loops.
  • Use pins to position any embroidered details before sewing to ensure symmetry and even placement across repeats.
  • For stability, ensure the first row of each chart repeat registers 150 stitches before continuing to the next chart row to avoid having to unpick long sections.

Important Notes

  • 💡Always check that each completed row has 150 stitches before moving on, especially at the start of chart repeats.
  • 💡Use the 4.5mm hook for tapestry/two-colour sections to avoid tightness and keep the edges straight.
  • 💡Keep carried yarn loose and positioned consistently (e.g. black to front, other colour to back) to prevent twisting and tension issues.
  • 💡Sew in tails as you go to avoid a large finishing task and to keep the wrong side neat.

This Halloween Dreams blanket is a joyful mix of bobbles, charted pumpkins, ghosts, and bats that brings seasonal cheer to your home. The pattern uses DK yarn and easy-to-follow chart repeats so you can create bold motifs without fuss. Make one in the suggested palette or customise the colours to suit your decor — it makes a wonderful handmade gift or a spooky cozy throw. 🎃🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished blanket measures approximately 100cm x 125cm (39.5" x 49.5") using the recommended yarn and hook sizes.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, but changing yarn weight will affect final size and tension. If you use a different weight, choose an appropriate hook to achieve a neat finish and check measurements as you go.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate because it uses tapestry crochet, bobbles, and colour changes; basic knowledge of single and double crochet and changing colours is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters will spend about 12-15 hours on this blanket, though time will vary depending on speed, experience, and how many chart repeats you work each session.

Which hook should I use for the chart sections?

Use a 4.5mm hook for tapestry crochet chart sections to keep the tension even and avoid the edges pulling in; use a 4.0mm hook for the simple stripe rows.