Get ready to creep everyone out this Halloween with the Zombie Messy Bun Hat and matching Snaggle-Tooth Mask crochet pattern! Whether you’re heading to a costume party, celebrating Day of the Dead. Or just want to channel your inner Walking Dead fan, this unique set is the perfect handmade accessory.
With plenty of room to add your own flair, you can make your zombie as spooky, funny, or downright gross as you like.
This easy crochet pattern includes instructions for both the messy bun hat and the mask. Making it a fun and versatile project.
Free pattern by Lisa Ferrel from My Fingers Fly
Crochet Halloween Mask
The hat is designed with an opening at the top so you can pull your bun or ponytail through. Keeping your hair out of the way while showing off your zombie style. The mask adds an extra creepy touch, with space to customize using stitches, appliqués, or embellishments that look like scars, worms, or even dripping blood. Let your imagination run wild.
Crafted with worsted weight yarn, the finished messy bun hat measures approximately 21–22 inches in circumference by 6 inches tall. While the mask measures about 7 inches wide by 5 inches tall.
Suggested colors include green, gray, pale yellow, or ivory for that undead vibe. But you can play with different shades for a personalized look. Because it’s an easy skill-level pattern, even newer crocheters can confidently create this fun project in time for Halloween.
Whether you’re making it as a one-of-a-kind accessory for yourself or gifting it to a zombie-loving friend, this crochet pattern is a fantastic way to celebrate spooky season. Quick to stitch, endlessly customizable, and guaranteed to turn heads. The Zombie Messy Bun Hat and Mask set will become a Halloween favorite year after year.
Lisa Ferrel from My Fingers Fly
Skill Level
Easy – confident beginner
Gauge
Approximately 12 double crochet per 4 inches
Size
Finished messy bun hat measures approximately 21-22″ circumference by 6″ tall with an opening on top for your bun or ponytail. Mask measures approximately 7″ wide by 5″ tall.
Materials
Worsted weight yarn:
100 yards gray
15 yards red
10 yards black
2 yards tan
3 yards green
5 yards yellow
Supplies
Size J Crochet Hook 6.0mm
Size G Crochet Hook 4.0mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
Small amount of Fiberfill
10” piece of elastic
OPTIONAL FOR MASK LINING:
Sewing thread
Small piece of woven fabric
