How to Draw a Ghost in a Witch Hat (Easy Step by Step)
A ghost in a witch hat is a friendly little Halloween character that is easy to draw. It is built from a rounded body shape, a pointy cone for the hat, and a few circles and dots for the lollipop and face. Even a beginner can finish it in one sitting.
- Easy
- 10 minutes
- 8 steps
You need: paper, a pencil, an eraser, and crayons or markers for coloring.
Start drawingIn this article (7 sections)
How to draw a ghost in a witch hat step by step
How to Draw a Ghost in a Witch Hat · tinyhandscreate.com
Step 1: Guide shapes
Lightly sketch this oval. It only shows where the big parts go, so press softly. You will erase it at the end.
Step 2: The ghost body
Draw a tall rounded shape like a big gumdrop, with a nearly flat top and straight sides. Along the bottom, make three little wavy bumps for the ghost's ragged edge.
Step 3: The hat and brim
Draw a long curved line across the top of the body for the hat brim. Then draw a tall pointy cone rising from the brim, with the tip bent over to one side like a floppy witch hat.
Step 4: Hat band and buckle
Draw a short curved band across the bottom of the cone, just above the brim. In the middle of the band, add a small square bump for the buckle.
Step 5: Hands and stick
On the left side of the body, draw a little rounded bump sticking out like a mitten. On the right side, draw a matching bump, then a thin line going up from it to hold the lollipop.
Step 6: The lollipop
At the top of the thin line, draw a small circle. Inside it, add a tiny curl, like a little swirl.
Step 7: Two round eyes
Draw two small filled-in dots for eyes, side by side in the middle of the body. Keep them the same size and at the same height.
Step 8: A happy smile
Draw a small smile below the eyes, shaped like a little half circle with a flat top. Keep it centered between the eyes.
All done!
Erase the guide shapes, go over your lines, then color it in.
Finished your ghost in a witch hat? Keep the pencils out and learn how to draw a pumpkin patch or how to draw witch boots next.
Tips for drawing a ghost in a witch hat
- Sketch the body as a light oval first, then add the nearly flat top and the wavy bottom. The three bumps along the bottom are easier if you make them all about the same size.
- The hat is the trickiest part. Draw the brim line across the top of the body, then start the cone at the brim and curve it up and over to a bent tip.
- Draw the thin stick first, then put the small circle on top of it so the lollipop sits straight.
Free ghost in a witch hat coloring page
Want to go straight to coloring? Open this ghost in a witch hat coloring page at full size and print it. It is the same drawing you just learned, with clean lines ready for crayons or markers.
How to color your ghost in a witch hat drawing
Try a pale blue or lavender ghost with a deep purple hat and an orange buckle. For a fun twist, color the lollipop in rainbow stripes.
Ghost in a witch hat fun fact for kids
The English word "ghost" comes from the Old English word "gast," which meant spirit or breath.
Questions about drawing a ghost in a witch hat
What shapes do I need to draw a ghost in a witch hat?
You need a tall rounded shape for the body, a curved line and a cone for the hat, a small circle for the lollipop, and two dots for the eyes. A little half circle makes the smile.
How do I make my ghost look cuter?
Keep the eyes small and the same size, and make the smile small and round. Keeping the hands short and stubby also helps.
How do I draw the wavy bottom of the ghost?
Draw three small bumps in a row, like a row of hills. Start at the left side and let each bump curve down and then up before the next one.
