Crochet Fall Pumpkins
If you're looking to add a touch of coziness and warmth to your fall decor, crochet fall pumpkins are a fun and festive way to do just that! With their charming designs and soft textures, these handmade pumpkins bring a unique and personalized feel to any space. Whether you're a crochet enthusiast or new to the craft, creating your own fall pumpkins can be a delightful creative project for the season. Experiment with different yarn colors and patterns to match your home's aesthetic or gift them to friends and family as thoughtful autumn presents. So grab your crochet hook, pick out some pumpkin-inspired yarn, and let the fall crafting fun begin!
intermediate
size
small, medium, tall
needles & notions
5mm hook
tapestry needle
polyester fiberfill (stuffing)
beads, bows or gems (optional)
yarns
MC Vanna's Choice Rust or Terracora
or Fisherman
CC small amount of brown worsted
weight yarn
pattern
starting with MC, ch 21 (29, 31) sts. Turn
Row 1: HDC in 2nd ch from hook and HDC across. Turn [20 (28, 30) sts]
Row 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a st). in back loops only HDC in each st across. Turn [20 (26, 30) sts]
Repeat row 2 for a total of 16 (18, 16) rows
Fold rectangle in half, start end to finished end. Slip stitch seam together. Leave a long tail for finishing and bind off
Use the tail and a running stitch to close the bottom of the pumpkin. Turn pumpkin right side out and stuff to desired plumpness. Use a small length of yarn and a running stitch to close the top of the pumpkin (don't worry if it is a little "messy: as it will be covered by the stem)
stem
in a magic loop, 3 sc. Continue in rounds
Rnd 1: 2sc in each st around
Rnd 2: sc around in back loops only
Rnd 3: sc around
Rnd 4: in front loops only *2sc in sc. sc in next. repeat from * to end of round (9 sts)
Rnd 5: *2sc in st. sc in next 2 sts. repeat from * to end of round (12 sts)
Rnd 6: *2sc in st. sc in next 3 sts. repeat from * to end of round (15 sts)
Continue increases as above until desired circumference. Bind off
finishing
sew stem to top of pumpkin using an over-stitch. Attach a curl if desired.