Stitched Voodoo Doll Crochet Pattern: A Little Halloween Character
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Make a small Halloween character with a large round head, short joined legs and a simple stitched face. The cream doll is decorated with stitched seams, an embroidered heart and contrasting eyes.
Project at a glance
| Detail | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Skill level | Intermediate |
| Finished size | Not specified in the source |
| Pattern language | English; stitch terms explained below |
| Construction | See the component and assembly sections |
Materials and tools
- Fine cotton yarn in cream, black and red
- 2 mm hook, stuffing, markers and tapestry needle
- Source-size eyes or a securely attached decorative button as pictured
Stitches and pattern notes
Unless stated otherwise, this article uses US crochet terms. ch = chain; sl st = slip stitch; sc = single crochet; hdc = half double crochet; dc = double crochet; inc = 2 stitches in one stitch; dec = work 2 stitches together; MR = magic ring; BLO/FLO = back/front loop only. Numbers in the final column are the finished stitch counts.
The head and body are separate. Make two legs, join them with a four-chain bridge, then continue the body. When joining yarn, the first joining sc is already included in the listed stitch sequence; do not add an extra stitch.
Head
| Round / row | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 1–10 | Start 6 sc in MR; add six evenly spaced increases per round. Stagger alternate increase rounds to keep the head round. | 6 → 60 |
| 11–23 | Sc around | 60 |
| 24 | (3 sc, dec) × 12 | 48 |
| 25 | (2 sc, dec) × 12 | 36 |
| 26 | (4 sc, dec) × 6; stagger placement if desired. | 30 |
| 27 | (3 sc, dec) × 6 | 24 |
| 28 | sc around | 24 |
Stuff the head before the opening becomes narrow. Pin the face according to the original photograph; the source does not give precise stitch coordinates for every embroidered feature.
Legs and joined body
Make two legs: round 1, 7 sc in MR; round 2, inc × 7 = 14; rounds 3–5, 14 sc. Cut the first leg’s yarn. Keep the second leg attached and ch 4 to bridge the gap.
| Round / row | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | First leg: 2 sc, (inc, 5 sc) × 2; bridge: inc, 2 sc, inc; second leg: (5 sc, inc) × 2, 2 sc; other bridge edge: 4 sc. | 42 |
| 7 | (13 sc, inc) × 3 | 45 |
| 8–12 | Sc around | 45 |
| 13 | (13 sc, dec) × 3 | 42 |
| 14–16 | Sc around | 42 |
| 17 | (5 sc, dec) × 6 | 36 |
| 18–20 | Sc around | 36 |
| 21 | (4 sc, dec) × 6 | 30 |
| 22–24 | Sc around | 30 |
| 25 | (3 sc, dec) × 6 | 24 |
The two leg sections contribute 16 stitches each, the increased bridge edge contributes six, and the other edge contributes four: 42 total. Close any small bridge holes with a yarn tail. Stuff the legs and body evenly, leaving the neck edge accessible for sewing.
Arms
For each arm: 6 sc in MR; round 2, (sc, inc) × 3 = 9; rounds 3–11, 9 sc. Use cream throughout. Keep the narrow upper arm soft for attachment. Flatten the top if preferred and leave sewing tails.
Embroider the stitched-doll details
Make one eye as a bold black X. Use a contrasting decorative button or the photographed star-like stitched detail for the other eye, matching the source view rather than inventing a placement count. Embroider the dark mouth and the long center seam with short crossing stitches. Add a small red heart directly with embroidery: the source shows the heart but does not provide a separate crocheted heart pattern. Keep the surface lines slightly uneven for the handmade doll effect. Use yarn stitches for pin-like accents rather than inserting sharp pins.
Join and finish
Pin the head’s 24-stitch opening against the body’s 24-stitch neck. Sew around, adding a little filling to support the neck before the final stitches. Position the arms evenly just below the head seam. Complete the face and costume details, secure tails inside, and inspect the leg bridge for gaps.
Tips for a neat finish
- Count 42 stitches immediately after joining the legs.
- Pin the face and arms before sewing.
- Keep long embroidery stitches supported so they do not snag.
Frequently asked questions
Is the character crocheted in one piece?
The legs join into one body, while the head and arms are made separately and sewn on.
Does the source give a finished height?
No reliable finished measurement is stated. Yarn weight, hook and tension will change the result.
More Halloween crochet ideas
Build a coordinated seasonal display with our Halloween crochet collection. For another small project, explore the crochet ghost tutorial or browse these Halloween coaster ideas.
Pattern source and credit
This article is based on Voodoo Doll.pdf. Designer not named in the readable source text. The project photographs come from that source and show its original samples. The text has been organized into an article with additional explanations; any editorial clarification is identified where it matters. This is a document-based adaptation, without a claim that we physically tested the finished project.
Open the original pattern reference for the source photographs and original layout.
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