Get ready to crochet something truly unique—a glow-in-the-dark skeleton that stands 8.75 inches tall! Designed by Juliana Penhorrate (@amigujumi), this playful amigurumi combines cute and creepy in the best way. The glow yarn (which charges in light and shines in the dark!) makes it extra special for Halloween decor, nightlight buddies, or quirky gifts.
While labeled as intermediate difficulty, the pattern uses basic stitches worked in continuous rounds. The magic happens when you add the glow-in-the-dark “bones” to the body—trust us, it’s worth the effort!
Why You’ll Love This Pattern:
✅ Glow yarn magic – Watch your skeleton light up at night!
✅ Great for Halloween – Perfect for decor or trick-or-treat gifts.
✅ Skill-building – Practice shaping, color changes, and embroidery.
Grab your hook and let’s bring this bony buddy to life
Materials
Yarn:
- Main Color (Skeleton Body): Circulo Amigurumi (color 8990) – 1 ball
- Glow-in-the-Dark Accent: Circulo Amigurumi Glow (color 10) – 1 ball
- Embroidery Details: Rubi Black – small amount
Other Supplies:
- Hook: Size C-2 (2.75 mm)
- Safety Eyes: 12 mm (black)
- Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
- Tapestry Needle & Scissors
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- inc: increase (2 sc in same st)
- dec: decrease (sc2tog)
- mk: make
- sk: skip
Finished Size
Approx. 8.75 inches tall
Step-by-Step Pattern
Legs (Make 2)
- Row 1: With main color, ch 6. Sc in 2nd ch, 4 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Rotate, 3 sc, inc = 12 sc.
- Row 2: (Sc, inc) x6 = 18 sc.
- Rows 3-5: 18 sc.
- Row 6: 6 sc, 6 dec, 6 sc = 18 sc.
- Row 7: Sc, 8 dec, sc = 10 sc. Stuff lightly.
- Rows 8-17: 10 sc.
- Row 18: 4 sc, inc = 12 sc.
- For 2nd leg: Fasten off. For 1st leg, do not cut yarn.
Join Legs & Body
- Row 19: 5 sc on 1st leg, ch 3, 12 sc on 2nd leg, 3 sc in ch, 7 sc = 30 sc.
- Rows 20-24: 30 sc. Stuff legs firmly.
- Rows 25-33: Shape torso with gradual decreases (see PDF for exact counts).
Attach Arms
- Row 34: Sc, sl st to attach 1st arm (10 sc on arm), 11 sc, sl st to attach 2nd arm (10 sc on arm), 10 sc = 42 sc.
Head
- Rows 35-48: Shape head with increases (switching to glow yarn at Row 41).
- Insert Eyes: Between Rows 58-59, 8 sts apart.
- Rows 49-69: Decrease to close head. Embroider nose (Rows 55-56) and mouth (Rows 51-52) with main color.
Bone Details (Glow Yarn)
- Leg/Arm Bones (16): Ch 6, work inc/sl st/sc as directed. Sew onto limbs.
- Ribs (2): Ch 8, work slip stitch “branches” (see PDF diagram).
- Pelvis (2), Collarbones (2), Heels (2): Follow PDF instructions for mini pieces.
Assembly & Finishing
- Embroider Cracks: Use black yarn to stitch “cracks” on skull.
- Sew All Bones: Attach glow pieces to body with a single strand for subtlety.
- Stuff Firmly: Ensure head and body are plump but not overstuffed.
Tips for Success
- Glow Yarn Hack: Charge under light before sewing on bones for instant glow effect!
- Slip Stitch Seams: Keeps attachments neat and secure.
- Safety Eyes: For kids, consider embroidering eyes instead.
Final Thoughts
Your glow-in-the-dark skeleton is ready to haunt (or delight!) everyone who sees it. Place it on a shelf, use it as a nightlight, or gift it to a fellow Halloween enthusiast.
