Spooky Tapestry Crochet: 20 To-Die-For Designs for Beginners

by Emily Chavez

Overview

Here Lies Your New Crochet Addiction

Crochet dark, macabre wall hangings, totes, pillows, and more with these 20 ultra-easy patterns. Emily Chavez, creator of Crochet or Cry, will teach you her favorite, foolproof methods for creating bold, unique projects with tapestry crochet color changes. Designed with beginners in mind, these devilish creations use only two stitches (single crochet and chain stitch) and feature easy-to-follow charts and row lists, including places to mark off what you’ve already completed. You’ll be able to stitch up these bewitching designs with no toil or trouble!

No matter which one you decide to stitch up, you can finish it any way you choose. Plus, with only one hook size and five yarn colors used, you can focus more on the satisfying chills you’ll get watching these ghastly images emerge from your hook, one row at a time.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798890033536
Publisher:	Page Street Publishing
Publication date:	09/23/2025
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	7.10(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Emily Chavez is the creator of Crochet or Cry, a brand dedicated to dark, alternative tapestry crochet patterns. She resides with her family in Mesa, Arizona.

Editorial Reviews

“Emily gives those of us who have long been interested in the creepy and the freaky an exciting reason to pick up a crochet hook. These designs are fun, macabre, and really approachable.”
— Amber Millard, creator of @DivineDebris

“Not only are the designs in this book drop-dead gorgeous, but the patterns are so thoughtfully written and easy to understand. An absolute must-have book for your spooky library!”
— Alexis Sixel, creator of @SixelDesign and author of Dark & Dramatic Mosaic Crochet

“If I could choose only one book to use to crochet ghoulish décor for my home, it would be this one! Each eerie pattern will haunt your eyes with delight!”
— Rachel Paul, creator of @HappyCrochetLady

“Geared toward the eclectic and alternative side of crochet, Emily’s patterns are written with intention and are easy to follow. This is a must have for every fiber artist!”
— Jessica Dodd, author of Making with Meaning

“Each design is equal parts approachable and creepy—perfect for the beginner crocheter with a penchant for the darker things in life. Not only has Emily designed an array of gorgeous patterns, but she's provided thoughtful explanations and instructions to help make your home the spookiest it's ever been.”
— Lindsay Swearingen, creator of @TuskAndCardinal and author of Creepy Cross-Stitch

“These hauntingly beautiful patterns are easy to follow and feel like casting a spell woven in yarn. A must have for cozy crocheters and lovers of all things spooky.”
— Kialey Hail, creator of @GhoulHost

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