Want a spooky Halloween decoration you can make in one evening? This free crochet spider web pattern is quick, easy and uses just one ball of yarn. Searches for crochet spider webs have jumped by more than 400% over the last three months on Google Trends, and it’s no surprise: a big black web on the door, window or mantel instantly makes your home feel ready for Halloween.
Below you’ll find the full pattern in US terms, a materials list, sizing tips, how to stiffen and hang your web, and an optional tiny spider to sit in the middle.
Pattern Overview
- Skill level: Easy (advanced beginner)
- Finished size: about 7–8 in / 18–20 cm across with worsted yarn (make it bigger by adding rounds)
- Time: 45–60 minutes
- Stitches used: chain, slip stitch, single crochet, double crochet, treble crochet
Materials
- About 40 yards of black (or white, or glow-in-the-dark!) worsted weight #4 yarn
- 5.0 mm (H-8) crochet hook
- Yarn needle and scissors
- Optional: fabric stiffener or a 50/50 mix of white glue and water, pins and a foam board for blocking
- Optional: a small amount of extra black yarn for the spider
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- dc – double crochet
- tr – treble crochet (yarn over twice)
- MR – magic ring
- sp – space
How the Web Is Built
The web has 8 spokes. Each round you work one tall stitch on top of each spoke (so the spokes grow straight out from the center) and a longer chain between the spokes (those chains become the drooping “threads” of the web). The stitches get taller and the chains get longer as the web grows.
Free Crochet Spider Web Pattern
Round 1: Make a MR. Ch 1, work 8 sc into the ring. Pull the ring tight and sl st to the first sc to join. (8 sc)
Round 2: Ch 5 (counts as first dc + ch 2). [Dc in next sc, ch 2] 7 times. Sl st in the 3rd ch of the beginning ch-5 to join. (8 dc spokes, 8 ch-2 spaces)
Round 3: Ch 7 (counts as first dc + ch 4). [Dc in next dc, ch 4] 7 times. Sl st in the 3rd ch of the beginning ch-7 to join. (8 dc spokes, 8 ch-4 spaces)
Round 4: Ch 11 (counts as first tr + ch 7). [Tr in next dc, ch 7] 7 times. Sl st in the 4th ch of the beginning ch-11 to join. (8 tr spokes, 8 ch-7 spaces)
Round 5: Ch 13 (counts as first tr + ch 9). [Tr in next tr, ch 9] 7 times. Sl st in the 4th ch of the beginning ch-13 to join. (8 tr spokes, 8 ch-9 spaces)
Round 6: Ch 15 (counts as first tr + ch 11). [Tr in next tr, ch 11] 7 times. Sl st in the 4th ch of the beginning ch-15 to join. (8 tr spokes, 8 ch-11 spaces)
Round 7 (hanging loops): You are now at the top of the first spoke. Ch 8 and sl st in the same stitch to make a hanging loop. *Sl st loosely in each ch of the next ch-11 space and in the top of the next tr, ch 8, sl st in the same stitch*; repeat from * to * 6 more times (8 loops in total). Sl st loosely across the last ch-11 space and into the base of the first loop. Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Want a bigger web? Keep going! Each new round, work 2 more chains between the spokes than the round before (ch 13, then ch 15, and so on). Start each round with ch 4 for the first tr plus that many chains — for example, ch 17 for a round with ch-13 spaces. For a giant web, hold two strands of yarn together and use a 9 mm hook.
Adjusting the Shape
Everyone’s tension is different, so check your web after Round 4 by laying it flat:
- If it cups (curls up like a bowl), add 1 extra chain to every chain space in the following rounds.
- If it ruffles (waves like a frill), work 1 chain fewer in each chain space.
- A slightly loose chain is good — the gentle droop is what makes it look like a real spider web!
Stiffening and Hanging Your Web
- Soak the web in fabric stiffener (or a 50/50 glue-and-water mix) and squeeze out the excess.
- Pin it flat on a foam board, pulling each spoke out straight and letting the chain arcs dip slightly toward the center.
- Let it dry completely (usually overnight).
- Hang it with the loops from Round 7 using small hooks, removable adhesive hooks or thread.
Skipping the stiffener is fine too — just pin or tape the spokes to a window or door frame and the web will stretch into shape.
Bonus: Tiny Crochet Spider
With black yarn and the same hook:
Body: MR, 6 sc in ring (6). Round 2: 2 sc in each st (12). Rounds 3–4: sc in each st around (12). Round 5: [sc2tog] 6 times (6). Stuff lightly with yarn scraps, fasten off and close the hole.
Legs: Cut 4 pieces of yarn about 5 in / 12 cm long. Thread each one straight through the body, so each piece makes 2 legs (8 legs in total). Tie a knot near the end of each leg and trim. Sew or tie the spider near the center of the web.
Ideas for Using Your Web
- Front door or window decoration
- Mantel or bookshelf backdrop for pumpkins and candles
- Halloween party table centerpiece (lay it flat under treats)
- Make a set in white, black and orange for a modern Halloween look
- Glow-in-the-dark yarn for a fun kids’ room decoration
Found a mistake or stuck on a step? We check every stitch count carefully, but crochet is personal and tension varies. If something doesn’t work out for you, tell us here — we read every message and update our patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this spider web pattern good for beginners?
Yes, if you know how to chain and make a double crochet. The treble crochet is just one extra yarn over — and you only make 8 of them per round!
What yarn is best for a crochet spider web?
Smooth acrylic or cotton worsted yarn gives the clearest web. Avoid fuzzy or very soft yarns; they hide the chain “threads”.
Can I make the web outdoors?
Yes — use acrylic yarn (it doesn’t rot) and skip the glue stiffener, which can soften in the rain.
How long does it take?
About 45–60 minutes for the 6-round web, plus drying time if you stiffen it.
Final Thoughts
This easy crochet spider web pattern is one of the fastest Halloween projects you can make — and it looks impressive on any wall or window. Make one tonight, add a tiny spider, and check out our free crochet pumpkin pattern to complete your cozy-spooky fall display. Happy hooking!
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