Some people are afraid of bats and think they will fly into their hair (which is actually very rare), while others find them cute, furry mammals. And although most bat species are not blood-sucking, somehow their love of dark caves, old buildings, and nocturnal life has made them a symbol of Halloween. 🦇
We have two crochet bat patterns that are both cute, beginner-friendly, and fun to make for Halloween, and you don’t have to be afraid of them. 😉
Crochet Bat Plush Toy
Our larger bat measures 7.5 inches / 19 cm tall, with a wingspan of 8.6 inches / 22 cm, so it’s a nice size for children to play with. We designed it with a big, cute head and a smiling face. They can have fun with the wings, too: when left open, the bat looks ready to fly, but if they fold the wings around its body, it looks like a mini vampire. 🧛 The wings also have a unique construction, with purple on the inner side and gray on the outer side.
Of course, it also makes a cute Halloween decoration. Put it on a shelf, next to your crochet pumpkins, or use it as part of your Halloween table decor.
The pattern is beginner-friendly and includes 95 (!) step-by-step photos to help you along the way. Unlike most of our patterns, this is not a no-sew pattern. The wings and ears need to be sewn on, but we chose to make them this way because it makes the construction easier and more beginner-friendly than trying to create a no-sew version.
Crochet Mini Bat for Halloween
The Mini Bat is a completely different design with a simpler shape and wider wings, and have the same purple-and-gray color combination.
At 5.5 inches / 14 cm tall, it is a nice little size for Halloween decorations or for preparing for a craft fair. It would also look cute as a hanging ornament.
It could make a fun little handmade gift for a child in your family or a close friend’s child when they come trick-or-treating. ☺️
This one is especially quick to make, which is one of the reasons we like it for craft fairs. You can make several without spending too much time on each one. And just like the larger bat, kids can fold the wings around its body.
The ears and wings are sewn on for this one too, so this isn’t a no-sew pattern either. But again, we chose this construction because it makes the pattern easier and more beginner-friendly. This pattern is also very detailed and includes 93 (!) step-by-step photos.
If you’d like to make your own, both crochet bat patterns are available in our shops.
Looking for more spooky crochet ideas? 🦇
