This pumpkin crochet pattern is perfect for adding charm to your home or gifting to loved ones. It's beginner-friendly, fun, and versatile, allowing you to create custom pumpkins in various sizes and colors for festive or year-round decoration.
Crocheted pumpkins are durable, adorable, and easy to personalize. Whether decorating for fall, Halloween, or using them as gifts, their soft texture and vibrant designs make them perfect accents that bring warmth and personality to any space.
Pumpkin Crochet Pattern
This crochet project is ideal for beginners and experienced crafters alike. With easy-to-follow steps, you can create colorful pumpkins tailored to fit your style. Use different yarns and features to craft pieces that showcase creativity and skill.
Materials and Preparation
To create this adorable, beginner-friendly pumpkin, gather the following materials:
Yarn:
- Pumpkin body: Hobie Friends Cotton 84 (Color: Whiskey)
- Stem: Hobie Friends Cotton 84 (Color: Ash Brown)
- Note: This is a super fine (Level 1) weight yarn. You can substitute with other yarn weights, but adjust your hook size accordingly.
Tools:
- Crochet hook: 2.75 mm
- Black embroidery floss and needle (for facial details)
- Yarn needle (for sewing and finishing)
- Stitch marker (to keep track of rounds)
- Straight pins (for positioning the stem)
- Safety eyes: 8 mm
- Scissors
- Fiberfill stuffing
Additional Notes:
One skein of the body color yarn (Whiskey) is enough for three pumpkins.
Abbreviations and Notes
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| MR | Magic Ring |
| SC | Single Crochet |
| Inc | Increase (2 SC in one stitch) |
| Inv Dec | Invisible Decrease (crocheting together front loops of 2 stitches) |
Pattern Tips:
- Familiarize yourself with techniques like the magic ring and invisible decrease.
- Keep your tension consistent to avoid gaps in the stitches.
Gauge, Approximate Size, and Pattern Notes
- Gauge: Not essential for this project.
- Finished Dimensions: Approx. 4–5 inches wide (depending on yarn weight and stuffing).
- Special Notes: Adjust stuffing gradually to avoid overstuffing or incomplete shaping. If converting to a thicker yarn, use an appropriately larger hook size.
Step-by-Step Pattern
Pumpkin Body
- Round 1: Create 6 SC into a magic ring. Pull the tail to tighten the ring.
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch around (12 SC total).
- Round 3: [SC 1, Inc] x6 (18 SC total).
- Round 4: [SC 2, Inc] x6 (24 SC total).
- Round 5: [SC 3, Inc] x6 (30 SC total).
- Round 6: [SC 4, Inc] x6 (36 SC total).
- Round 7: [SC 5, Inc] x6 (42 SC total).
Dome Formation (Rounds 8–21):
- Rounds 8–10: SC evenly (42 stitches per round).
- Round 11: [SC 6, Inc] x6 (48 SC total).
- Rounds 12–14: SC evenly (48 stitches per round).
- Round 15: [SC 7, Inc] x6 (54 SC total).
- Rounds 16–18: SC evenly (54 stitches per round).
- Round 19: [SC 8, Inc] x6 (60 SC total).
- Rounds 20–21: SC evenly (60 stitches per round).
- Round 22: [SC 9, Inc] x6 (66 SC total).
- Rounds 23–28: SC evenly (66 stitches per round).
Adding the Pumpkin Face (Optional)
- Insert 8 mm safety eyes between rows 24 and 25, with 8 stitches spacing.
- Tip: Use a hook to loosen stitches before inserting eyes.
- With black embroidery floss, embroider a smile one row above the eyes. Create a "V" shape for the smile, securing floss with a knot inside the pumpkin.
Shaping the Pumpkin
Decrease Rounds:
- Round 29: [SC 9, Inv Dec] x6 (60 SC).
- Round 30: [SC 8, Inv Dec] x6 (54 SC).
- Round 31: [SC 7, Inv Dec] x6 (48 SC).
- Round 32: [SC 6, Inv Dec] x6 (42 SC).
At this point, begin stuffing the pumpkin, starting at the top. Work in small amounts to ensure even filling.
- Round 33: [SC 5, Inv Dec] x6 (36 SC).
- Round 34: [SC 4, Inv Dec] x6 (30 SC).
- Round 35: [SC 3, Inv Dec] x6 (24 SC).
- Round 36: [SC 2, Inv Dec] x6 (18 SC).
- Round 37: [SC 1, Inv Dec] x6 (12 SC).
- Round 38: Inv Dec x6 (6 SC).
Leave a long 2–3 ft tail after fastening off.
Closing the Pumpkin Center:
- Insert your needle through the front loops of the final 6 stitches, pull tight to close.
- To create pumpkin sections: Weave the tail through the base (magic ring) and into the center, pulling tight to indent the top and bottom. Divide into sections by stitching across equal points around the pumpkin. Tie knots to secure.
Making the Stem
- Round 1: Create 6 SC into a magic ring.
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch around (12 SC).
- Round 3: Work SC only in the back loops (12 SC).
- Round 4: SC evenly **(12 SC total).
- Round 5: [SC 3, Inc] x3 (15 SC total).
- Rounds 6–7: SC evenly (15 SC total).
Stuff the stem lightly and leave a tail for sewing.
Attaching the Stem
- Position the stem over the pumpkin's center.
- Use straight pins to hold in place.
- Sew the stem to the pumpkin using a yarn needle, stitching evenly around the base.
- Tie off and pull the tail through the pumpkin to hide.
Pattern Question
Question: Can I use yarn other than the recommended Hobie Friends Cotton?
Answer: Yes, you can use other yarns, but ensure to adjust your hook size accordingly to match the yarn weight. This will maintain the proper shape and texture of the pumpkin.
Conclusion
Crocheting this pumpkin is a rewarding and creative experience. It’s a great way to improve your skills while crafting something functional and decorative. Customize it to suit your style and create delightful accents for your home or gifts.
