Baxter the Hanging Bat – Free Crochet Pattern

This free bat crochet pattern is a fun Halloween project, or for any time of year! I’ve made several of these crochet bat amigurumi to give as gifts, and they make wonderful decorations.

I would classify this free bat crochet pattern as “advanced beginner”. It would be helpful to have had some experience with amigurumi before creating this project.

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I originally designed this crochet bat pattern in Brava Worsted yarn, but recently updated it to Parfait Chunky. The change in yarn makes this free bat crochet pattern project bigger, and softer!

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I would classify this pattern as “advanced beginner”. It would be helpful to have had some experience with amigurumi before creating this project.

Free Crochet Pattern for Baxter the Hanging Bat

Stitch Abbreviations

st = stitch
sl st = slip stitch
SC = single crochet
SC2tog = single crochet 2 stitches together (invisible decrease is recommended)
FSC = foundation single crochet

Special Stitches

SC2tog (using invisible decrease method): Insert hook into front loop of the first stitch. Insert hook into front loop of second stitch. Yarn over. Draw through the first two loops on hook. Yarn over. Draw through both loops on hook.

Notes

• Checking your gauge is not required for this pattern. Use a hook that is smaller than the size recommended for your yarn weight. This will ensure that your stuffing will not show through the stitches.
• All pieces, with the exception of the legs and wings, are worked in the round. Use a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of each round.
• Invisible decreases are recommended. Please see “Special Stitches”.
• Safety eyes and noses pose a choking risk for babies; therefore, if making this toy for a baby, I recommend using yarn, felt, or embroidered details.
• Head and body require stuffing. Stuff each piece as you work to ensure the piece is completely filled. Do not add stuffing to the ears.  
• Wings: chain 1 at the beginning of each row does NOT count as a stitch (unless otherwise specified).

Pattern

Head

Using color A (shown as orchid):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: 2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R3: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

R4: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts. Repeat from * around. (24 sts)

R5: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 7 sts. Repeat from * around. (27 sts)

R6-8: 1 SC in each st around. (27 sts)

R9: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 7 sts. Repeat from * around. (24 sts)

R10: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

If using safety eyes, insert them now between rounds 7 and 8, with 5 sts showing between them.

R11: *SC2tog, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

Fill with stuffing.

R12: *SC2tog. Repeat from * around. (6 sts)

Do not fasten off.

Body

R13: 2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R14: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

R15-18: 1 SC in each st around. (18 sts)

R19: *SC2tog, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

Fill with stuffing.

R20: *SC2tog. Repeat from * around. (6 sts)

Cut yarn, weave in and out of remaining sts. Pull tight to close. Weave in ends.

Ears (make 2)

Using color A (shown as orchid):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: 1 SC in each st around. (6 sts)

R3: 2 SC in each of the next 2 sts. 1 SC in each of the next 4 sts. (8 sts)

R4: 1 SC in next st, 2 SC in each of the next 2 sts, 1 SC in each of the next 5 sts. (10 sts)

R5: 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts, 2 SC in each of the next 2 sts, 1 SC in each of the next 6 sts. (12 sts)

R6: 1 SC in each of the next 3 sts, 2 SC in each of the next 2 sts, 1 SC in each of the next 7 sts. (14 sts)

R7-8: 1 SC in each st around. (14 sts)

R9: *1 SC in each of the next 5 sts. SC2tog. Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

R10: *SC2tog. Repeat from * around. (6 sts)

R11: Fold the ear closed. Working through both sides, 1 SC in each st across. (3 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving long strand for sewing. Fasten off.

Wings

** NOTE: The foundation single crochet stitch is preferred; however, you could alternatively replace R1 with Ch 27, SC in second ch from hook and each ch to end. (26 sts), and then proceed as written with R2.

Using color A (shown as orchid):

R1: 26 FSC**. (26 sts)

R2: Ch 1, turn, 1 SC in each st across. (26 sts)

R3: Turn, sl st into the next 3 sts, ch 1, 1 SC in same st and each of the next 21 sts. (22 sts)

R4: Ch 1, turn, 1 SC in each st across. (22 sts)

R5: Turn, sl st into the next 3 sts, ch 1, 1 SC in same st and each of the next 17 sts. (18 sts)

R6: Ch 1, turn, 1 SC in each st across. (18 sts)

Cut yarn, fasten off. Weave in ends.

Feet (make 2)

Using color A (shown as orchid):

R1: Ch 10. Sl st into second ch from hook and each of the next 2 sts. Ch 4. Sl st into second ch from hook and each of the next 2 sts. Ch 4. Sl st into second ch from hook and each of the next 2 sts. Continuing along the beginning ch of leg, sl st into remaining unworked ch sts.

Cut yarn, leaving long strand for sewing. Fasten off.

Assembly & Finishing

See tutorial photos.

Using color B (shown as dusty mauve), embroider nose between R8 and R9, centered between the eyes. With the rounded sides of ears facing outward, embroider lines on ears, as pictured. See tutorial photos.

Attach an ear to each side of the top of the head, between R2 and R5.

Attach legs to bottom of body.

Fold wings in half to identify middle. Sew the middle of wings down the back of the body.

I hope you enjoyed this free bat crochet pattern! Wondering what to make next? Take a look at my other free amigurumi crochet patterns.

Ad-Free PDF Pattern for Baxter the Hanging Bat

Tips & Tricks

• When making this free bat crochet pattern, use pins to hold the pieces in place while you sew.
• Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of each continuous round of this free bat crochet pattern.
• Check out this list of amigurumi tips and tricks for more helpful ideas.

Alterations for this Free Bat Crochet Pattern

• Add wire to the legs of this free bat crochet pattern to be able to wrap the legs for hanging.
• Using different types of yarns can create a larger or smaller amigurumi bat. Be sure to choose the right hook size for your chosen yarn.

More Halloween Crochet Patterns

Looking for more Halloween crochet patterns after making this free bat crochet pattern? You might like my witchy cat, Cobweb the Cat, or my free patterns for a tiny ghost, tiny candy corn, and tiny pumpkin!

I hope you enjoyed this free bat crochet pattern! Be sure to check out my full collection of amigurumi crochet patterns for free here on my blog.

First published September 2020.