Halloween Bat Free Crochet Pattern

If you’re looking for a crochet project that’s both adorable and seasonal, this free bat pattern is just the thing! Made with soft chenille yarn, the finished bat measures around 15 x 15 cm / 5.9 x 5.9″ and is wonderfully squishy, making it ideal not only as a cute Halloween decoration but also as a cuddly plushie for kids. Its simple yet charming shape works up quickly, so you can create a whole colony of bats to hang, display, or gift.

The pattern includes clear step-by-step instructions and photos, making it easy for beginners while still offering fun details for more advanced crocheters. You can customize your bat in many ways—stick with classic black or grey for a traditional Halloween look, or experiment with pastel or bright yarns for a playful twist. These bats are perfect for adding a whimsical touch to your seasonal decoration, for surprising a friend with a handmade gift, or for giving little ones a soft and spooky companion.

In this post, you will find a free pattern for the amigurumi bat. Don’t forget to also check our Complete Guide to Free Crochet Fall Patterns.

This free crochet pattern was designed exclusively for Your Crochet by Weronika Miechowicz.

About the Author

Weronika has a real passion for crocheting and enjoys creating patterns that reflect her love for handmade, seasonal projects. She shares her designs to inspire others to pick up their hooks and make something fun for themselves, their homes or gifts for their loved ones.

Pattern Notes

This is a beginner-friendly crochet pattern, and I’m using US terms.

Materials and Tools

• Sport weight yarn – Alison & Mae Velvet: black, purple 
• crochet hook: 4 mm
• stitch markers  
• tapestry needle  
• scissors  
• stuffing
• 2x plastic safety eyes 
• 1x plastic nose  

Measurements

• HEIGHT: 15 cm / 5.9”
• WIDTH: 15 cm / 5.9” 

Stitches and Abbreviations

• rnd – round  
• st(s) – stitch(es) 
• sc – single crochet 
• dc – double crochet 
• ch – chain(s) 
• slst – slip stitch  
• inc – increase  
• dec– decrease 
• MR – magic ring 
• dc inc – double crochet increase   

Free Crochet Halloween Bat Pattern

HEAD 

Using black yarn: 

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6) 

Rnd 2: inc 6 (12) 

Rnd 3: (sc, inc) 6x (18) 

Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) 6x (24) 

Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) 6x (30) 

Rnd 6-8: sc 30 (30) 

Rnd 9: (sc 3, dec) 6x (24) 

Rnd 10: (sc 2, dec) 6x (18) 

Rnd 11: (sc, dec) 6x (12) 

Put safety eyes between row 8 and 9, approximately 6 sts away from each other. 

Put the nose between row 9 and 10. 

Start stuffing the head. Do not cut off the yarn. 

BODY 

Rnd 12: inc 12 (24) 

Rnd 13-15: sc 24 (24) 

Rnd 16: (sc 2, dec) 6x (18) 

Rnd 17: sc 18 (18) 

Rnd 18: (sc, dec) 6x (12) 

Rnd 19: sc 12 (12) Stuff the body 

Rnd 20: dec 6 (6) 

Sew the hole to close the body.

EARS x2

Using black yarn: 

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6) 

Rnd 2: (3 sc in one st, sc) 3x (12) 

Rnd 3: (3 sc in one st, sc 3) 3x (18) 

Rnd 4: (3 sc in one st, sc 5) 3x (24) 

Slst, ch 1, cut off the yarn leaving a longer piece for sewing later. 

Using purple yarn: 

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6) 

Rnd 2: (3 sc in one st, sc) 3x (12) 

Rnd 3: (3 sc in one st, sc 3) 3x (18) 

Slst, ch 1, cut off the yarn leaving a longer piece for sewing later. 

Connect 2 pieces together (black and purple) by sewing them. 

WINGS x2

Using black yarn: 

Rnd 1: 8 sc in MR, slst, ch 2 (8) 

Rnd 2: dc inc 8, slst, ch 2 (16) 

Rnd 3: (dc, dc inc) 8x (24) 

Rnd 4: (dc 2, dc inc, ch 2, dc inc) 6x  

Slst, ch 1, cut off the yarn leaving longer piece for sewing later. 

ASSEMBLING 

1. Sew the ear starting between 1^st and 2^nd row of the head counting from the top and finish between 5^th and 6^th row counting from the top.  

2. Fold the wings in half, sew them along the ends to keep then closed. 

3. Sew the sides of the wings at the back of the body, along its whole length.  

Your amigurumi bat is ready!

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