Free Pac Man Ghost Crochet Pattern
- 5 days ago
- 6 min read
I am excited to share another design in my retro gaming corner-to-corner crochet blanket series. This time, the spotlight is on the classic Pac-Man Ghost.
This free Pac-Man Ghost crochet pattern is perfect for anyone who loves nostalgic video games, pixel art, and C2C projects. The bold colors and simple shapes make this square a fun addition to any gamer-themed blanket, pillow, or wall hanging.
This free pixelated ghosts C2C crochet pattern is part of my growing collection of retro video game crochet squares. You will find favorites like Frogger, Donkey Kong, Space Invaders, Zelda, and more. Be sure to follow along so you do not miss any of the upcoming crochet patterns.
Why Retro Gaming Makes the Best Crochet Inspiration
Retro games shaped so much of my childhood. I spent hours in arcades surrounded by flashing lights, quirky sound effects, and pixelated characters. One of my favorite places was Fair Play Pizza. It had everything. Arcade games. Skee ball. Kiddie rides. Pool tables. Food. Even a little animatronic band called The Electric Mice Orchestra.
There is undeniably something unique about the charm and simplicity of 8-bit graphics. The blocky, pixelated characters lend themselves perfectly to C2C crochet squares, making it easy to replicate their distinct designs. Take, for example, the Pac-Man Ghost pattern. It features clean lines and vibrant colors, instantly evoking feelings of nostalgia for those classic video games.
This entire retro gaming blanket project is my way of celebrating the icons that shaped early video game history. I hope these crochet squares bring back memories for you, too.
What is C2C Crochet
If you have never tried corner-to-corner crochet, this is a great place to start. C2C is a fun technique where you build your project diagonally from one corner to the opposite corner. Each block acts like a pixel, which makes it perfect for video game-inspired crochet patterns.
The only stitches you need are chain, double crochet, and slip stitch. Once you understand the rhythm, it becomes very relaxing.
Quick Beginner Friendly C2C Guide
Here is a simple overview of how corner-to-corner crochet works.
Begin in the bottom right corner if you are right-handed
Work diagonally across the project
Each block is made from chains and double crochets
Increase one block per row until the pattern reaches its widest point
Decrease one block per row to finish the square
Weave in yarn tails with a darning needle
Use bobbins or separate strands for clean color changes
It may feel unusual at first, but once the image appears, you will be hooked.
If you want a visual guide, here are helpful video instructions from Lovable Loops.
Pac-Man Ghost Crochet Pattern
The Pac-Man Ghost is one of the most recognizable characters in gaming history. This C2C crochet pattern captures the classic ghost shape with its bright body color and big cartoon eyes. It pairs perfectly with the Pac-Man square and the other retro gaming blanket blocks in this series.
More Free Gamer C2C Crochet Patterns Coming Soon
The retro video games collection will continue to grow. Upcoming free crochet patterns include:
Space Invaders Crochet Pattern
Heart Icon Crochet Pattern
Galaga Crochet Pattern
Megaman Crochet Pattern
Link Zelda Crochet Pattern
Frogger Crochet Pattern
Donkey Kong Crochet Pattern
Street Fighter Crochet Pattern
Q Bert Crochet Pattern
Duck Hunt Crochet Pattern
Mario Piranha Plant Crochet Pattern
Mario Crochet Pattern
Game Over Crochet Patterns
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Pac-Man Ghost Crochet Pattern Rights
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Pac Man Ghost C2C Crochet Pattern Notes
This free Pac-Man Ghost crochet pattern is worked using the corner-to-corner technique. A printable graph and written instructions are included.
Difficulty: Beginner
Gauge: My tension is tight. My C2C square measured about 6 by 6 blocks per 4 inches. Many crocheters get 5 by 5 blocks per 4 inches.
Dimensions: My finished Pac-Man Ghost square measured about 17 inches by 17 inches.
Materials Needed for the Pac-Man Ghost Crochet Pattern
Worsted weight yarn in white o I Love this Yarn White
Worsted weight yarn in black o I Love This Yarn Black
Worsted weight yarn in blue o I Love This Yarn Dark Country Blue
Worsted weight yarn in your chosen ghost color o I Love This Yarn Red
Size I crochet hook 5.5 mm
Stitch markers
Yarn bobbins optional
Yarn needle or darning needle
Scissors
Free Pac Man Ghost C2C PDF Download
I follow C2C patterns starting in the bottom right corner with the first block worked downward. An arrow on the graph shows the direction of each row. If you prefer a different method, feel free to follow the graph in your usual way.
You can download the free pattern for the Pac-Man Ghost here.
Step-by-Step Pac-Man Ghost C2C Written Instructions
Complete row-by-row instructions are included for anyone who prefers written C2C patterns. I have checked everything carefully, but if you find an error, please let me know.
Yarn Colors
B = Black Yarn
W = White Yarn
N = Blue
R = Ghost Color
1. 1B
2. 2B
3. 3B
4. 4B
5. 5B
6. 6B
7. 3N, 2B, 2N
8. 3N, 1R, 1B, 3N
9. 3N, 1B, 1R, 1B, 3N
10. 4N, 2R, 1B, 3N
11. 3N, 1B, 2R, 1B, 4N
12. 2N, 3B, 3R, 1B, 3N
13. 3N, 1B, 6R, 1B, 2N
14. 3N, 7R, 1B, 3N
15. 3N, 1B, 7R, 1B, 3N
16. 4N, 1B, 7R, 1B, 3N
17. 3N, 1B, 8R, 3B, 2N
18. 2N, 1B, 1R, 1B, 9R, 4N
19. 4N, 2B, 1W, 9R, 3N
20. 3N, 1B, 8R, 1W, 3B, 4N
21. 4N, 4B, 1W, 8R, 4N
22. 4N, 1B, 8R, 1W, 2B, 1W, 1B, 4N
23. 5N, 1R, 1W, 1B, 2W, 8R, 3B, 2N
24. 3N, 11R, 4W, 1B, 5N
25. 6N, 1R, 3W, 11R, 1B, 3N
26. 3N, 1B, 11R, 2W, 1R, 1B, 5N
27. 4N, 1B, 6R, 1B, 1W, 6R, 1B, 3N
28. 3N, 1B, 5R, 1W, 2B, 6R, 4N
29. 3N, 1B, 5R, 3B, 1W, 4R, 1B, 3N
30. 3N, 1B, 4R, 1W, 2B, 1W, 4R, 1B, 1N
31. 3N, 5R, 1W, 1B, 2W, 3R, 1B, 3N
32. 3N, 1B, 3R, 4W, 4R, 1B, 2N
33. 2N, 1B, 4R, 3W, 3R, 1B, 3N
34. 3N, 1B, 3R, 2W, 4R, 1B, 2N
35. 2N, 1B, 7R, 2B, 3N
36. 4N, 1B, 6R, 1B, 2N
37. 2N, 1B, 5R, 1B, 4N
38. 4N, 3B, 1R, 2B, 2N
39. 3N, 2B, 6N
40. 10N
41. 9N
42. 8N
43. 7N
44. 6N
45. 5N
46. 4N
47. 3N
48. 2N
49. 1N
Finishing the Pac-Man Ghost Crochet Square
I finished my square with a simple single crochet border. It gives the edges a clean look and helps the square hold its shape. After that, weave in all yarn tails.
More Than a Blanket Square
This Pac-Man Ghost free pattern is very versatile. You can turn the finished square into:
A pillow
A wall hanging
A framed decoration
A gamer-themed gift
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Stitching Nostalgia One Pixel at a Time
This Pac-Man Ghost crochet square is one piece of a much larger retro gaming blanket. Keep following along for more free patterns featuring characters from other retro video games.
I cannot wait to share the next designs with you. Let us keep building this gamer blanket one pixel at a time.
Please share your finished free Pac-Man Ghost crochet patterns with me. I love seeing your creations.