Crochet Like a Goth: 24 Edgy Patterns Inspired by Alternative Fashion

by Kristina Tamulevičiūtė

Kristina Tamulevičiūtė, founder of the popular Ravelry store and Instagram LunarStill_Gothic, has conjured up 24 dark and dainty projects to give your wardrobe some added dramatic flair. From lace collars and webbed arm warmers to shawls enshrouded in skulls, these pieces may look intricate but Kristina makes them feel anything but thanks to her basic stitch tutorials and helpful step-by-step photos.

Each piece is unique enough to make a statement or they can be worn together to create dramatic outfits for the ultimate Victorian-inspired look. Bring lacey accents to your favorite outfits with the Spiderweb Lace Collar or the Fancy Wrist Cuffs. Dress up your tops with flowing sleeves like those found on the Two-Toned Skull Scarf and the Spiderweb Shawl. And with so many single-color, one-size-fits-all accessories, even fledgling crocheters will be amazed at how quick and easy it is to knit up pieces that show off their inner darkness.

Genres: Crafts, Crochet, Nonfiction

293 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 9, 2025

Reviews

[Ligaya · Rating 4 out of 5]

At first pass, I found this book pretty one-note but on closer look, I saw how interesting the patterns were and how different parts for one garment could be substituted onto another. I flagged several projects in this small book of 24 patterns. I do wish the author/designer would have used a range of yarns instead of the fine-gauge cotton that is used throughout. It would have been nice to see some of the motifs that are repeated, namely the skull, as a finished (granny) square that could be used as a block on its own.

[Monica · Rating 5 out of 5]

While I can’t say that I’ve made everything in this book, I have read through all of the patterns. I have also participated in a few of the author’s pattern tests. My familiarity with her testing process has me feeling pretty confident that these patterns are as clear and accurate as possible.

Goth isn’t all skulls, but neither is this book. I quite like the lacy romantic accessories. And I like skulls 🤷🏻‍♀️💀

[Myra · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have not tried to make any of these yet, but there were 6 or 7 patterns in here that I'd seriously consider trying. The patterns were probably evenly divided in thirds of "I'd wear that," "Cute, but not for me," and "Ugh, that's awful."

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is so much fun. I didn't make anything, but those patterns are appealing. I think I will revisit this book, checked out from the library, at a later time and make a bunch of stuff.

[Deb · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some cool patterns

[Heaven Ashlee · Rating 5 out of 5]

oh if only i were proficient enough in crochet to make these. they're all really cool!

[Claire · Rating 3 out of 5]

The author seems to think that goth = exclusively skulls. And nothing else. Pure skulls. Which are fine but it's boring when every pattern is just a mediocre skull image.