5 Halloween Crafts for Knitters + 5 Easy Halloween Recipes

By: Caitlin Eaton, Editor for AllFreeKnitting

This Halloween, make your celebration extra special with this selection of spooky, free knitting designs and delicious recipes. Whether you're searching for a simple knitting pattern or a yummy recipe that's just right for your party, this list has you covered. Dive into this special collection that features some of our favorite Halloween crafts for knitters to make for a spooky celebration. Once you've checked out all of these free patterns, don't miss the five must-have easy Halloween recipes from our friends at FaveHealthyRecipes. Using this list as your guide, you'll be able to host the most frightening bash of all time.

5 Halloween Crafts for Knitters
5 Easy Halloween Recipes

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5 Halloween Crafts for Knitters

Don't spend money on over-priced Halloween decorations--knit your own memorable ones instead. This selection of scary knits is perfect for throwing the spookiest of parties.

Spooky Knit Ghost Toy - As hard as this Spooky Knit Ghost Toy tries, he's just too cute to be scary. Knit this little ghoul as an extra treat for trick-or-treaters. For an added spooky effect, trying knitting some with glow-in-the-dark yarn!

Last Minute Jack O Lantern - This adorable Last Minute Jack O Lantern is a fantastic way to decorate for Halloween. Instead of carving a temporary pumpkin, you can knit this felted pattern that will last for years and years. You will need a small balloon and some string to help shape this pattern once it's felted.

Knit Candy Corn - Be careful not to mistake this candy corn pattern for the real thing! Knit up a bunch of these and scatter them across the table during your Halloween celebration. They'll be great conversation starters among the guests.

One Skein Rats - All you need is one skein of yarn to complete this creepy, crawly rat. Place these critters in the yard to surprise unsuspecting trick or treaters.

Two Hour Bat Mobile - Short on time? Don't worry--you'll only need a couple of hours to make this adorable (and spooky) bat mobile.

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5 Easy Halloween Recipes

Halloween knits are full of spooky fun, but you have to admit that Halloween treats have own special appeal, too. This year, as you're deviously planning your frightening festivities, use this list of 5 easy Halloween recipes that are simply to die for. From the classics—candy corn recipes and pumpkin cookies—to the more unusual— Frozen Boo-nana Pops—this ghoulish mix of tasty treats will have you wishing it was Halloween every day.

Frozen Boo-nana Pops - If you're counting calories but would like to delight in a little spooky treat, these adorable Boo-nana pops are just what you need. Just dip a banana in chocolate and voila, you have a much healthier (and cuter) version of an ice cream bar.

Low-Fat Chocolate Mummy Cupcakes - These decadent cupcakes are perfect for feeding children at Halloween parties. They scary and cute at the same time!

Halloween Pumpkin Spice Cookies - These pumpkin-shaped cookies are infused with Pumpkin Pie Spice. They're perfect for any Halloween celebration. Put them out on the table and watch them disappear!

Candy Corn Nutter Butter Bars - Not for the faint at heart, these bold and chewy bars are packed full of candy corn, peanut butter, and Nutter Butter cookies. Can you think of a better treat to satisfy your sweet tooth? Neither could we.

Candy Corn Cookie Dough Pretzel Bites - This sweet-and-salty snack is made with portion control in mind. Each piece is bite size, making them the perfect addition to a well-balanced meal. Have fun eating festive desserts without feeling guilty.