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What better way to decorate for fall than with cozy crocheted pumpkins? These crochet pumpkin patterns are so fun to make, and will add a festive and welcoming touch to your fall decor. Keep reading for a list of our favorite free patterns, from amigurumi and beanies to baskets, garlands, and more.
Crochet Pumpkin Patterns
As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, it’s time to welcome fall with cozy handmade decor. And crochet pumpkins are the perfect little project to make any spot look a little more warm and cheerful.
Quick and easy: Not only are crochet pumpkins so very adorable, but they’re a quick project that can be completed in just a couple of hours.
Scrap busters: Plus, pumpkins can be an excellent way to use up your scrap yarn (orange, green, cream, teal, you name it!)
Craft fair favorite: They’re also an excellent project for selling at craft shows – which is perfect, because they’re so much fun to make! Or, give them as gifts!
In this list, you’ll find all sorts of patterns ranging from traditional pumpkins to creative interpretations like:
- Pumpkin centerpieces
- Pumpkin beanies
- Pumpkin amigurumi
- Pumpkin cup cozies
- Pumpkin coasters
- Pumpkin treat bowls
- Pumpkin pot holders
- Pumpkin baskets
- Pumpkin garlands
…whew! There really is something for everyone!
Can beginners make crochet pumpkins?
Yes, there are lots of easy pumpkin patterns that are ideal for beginners. Familiarize yourself with the basic stitches first, and you’re good to go!
Here are some of the easiest patterns from this list:
Crochet Pumpkin Pattern (#1), Great Harvest Pumpkin Coasters (#8), and Rustic Crochet Pumpkin Garland (#14).
Supplies You’ll Need
Here are some supplies you might need in order to crochet a pumpkin (Check your pattern for specifics):
- Yarn – Worsted-weight acrylic or cotton is popular, but check your pattern for specifics.
- Crochet hook(s) – Generally, larger hooks are best for bulkier yarns, and smaller hooks for finer yarns. Check your pattern for the suggested hook size.
- Other notions, like a tapestry needle, stitch markers, scissors, and a measuring tape.
- Stuffing – You’ll need Polyfill or an alternative to give the amigurumi pumpkins their shape.
- Optional embellishments, like wooden dowels, silk cord, and embroidery thread
What yarn is best for crochet pumpkins?
A worsted-weight acrylic or cotton yarn is a great all-around choice for making crochet pumpkins. That said, feel free to experiment with textured and variegated yarn for a more rustic vibe.
Tip: For each pattern on this list, we’ve linked to the suggested yarn.
Some popular options include Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton, Red Heart Super Saver, and WeCrochet Brava Worsted.
Crochet Techniques for Pumpkin Patterns
Before you start, take a minute to familiarize yourself with the pattern’s instructions. The list below covers common crochet terms, stitches, and techniques.
- Understanding crochet terms and abbreviations
- Reading a crochet pattern
- Basic stitches like chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet
- Bobble stitch
- Increasing and decreasing
- Working in the front or back loop
- Front or back post stitches
- Color changes
- Tapestry crochet
- Working in rows and rounds
- Blocking
17 Free Crochet Pumpkin Patterns
Check out these free crochet pumpkin patterns for your next project. Happy crocheting!
Crochet Pumpkin Pattern
This adorable pumpkin is worked flat using basic stitches, making it an excellent pattern for crochet beginners! In fact, because this pattern is so quick and easy, you may soon find yourself making more of them to sprinkle around your home in the fall. You can also adjust it to make a larger or smaller size.
Designer: Sarah Maker
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Yarn Basic Stitch Premium
Bobble Stitch Pumpkins
These fall pumpkins are ripe with beautiful texture! Made using bobble stitches, you’ll love the character and the fun, squishy feel of these cute pumpkins. This customizable pattern is available in two different sizes.
Designer: 5 Little Monsters
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Loops and Threads Impeccable
Checkered Crochet Pumpkin
Paired with a flickering candle, this checkered crochet pumpkin just embodies coziness! It’s made using the linked double crochet stitch, which creates a strong fabric with no gaps - perfect for adding plenty of stuffing.
Designer: Nana’s Crafty Home
Yarn weight: Bulky
Suggested yarn: Loops & Threads Charisma
Velvet Pumpkins
These pumpkins are truly as soft as velvet! This modern design would look great in pumpkin orange, but it also looks fantastic in subtler shades. The stems of these luxurious pumpkins are made with dowels wrapped in silk cord.
Designer: Spin a Yarn Crochet
Yarn weight: Bulky
Suggested yarn: Bernat Velvet Yarn
Cutest Plaid Pumpkin
Bring out the farmhouse vibes with this gingham plaid pumpkin! This adorable pattern uses the chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet. It measures about 7” x 3”.
Designer: Megmade with Love
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
Fall Crochet Centerpiece
Decorate your table for fall with this customizable centerpiece! Choose the color and size of your pumpkins and add whatever florals or greenery you like best. This beautiful, handmade piece will be a treasure in your fall decor collection for years to come!
Designer: Winding Road Crochet
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
Crochet Fox Pumpkin
Aren’t these cheery foxes adorable? This festive, fall pattern is a great one for comfortable beginners or intermediate crocheters. To make a larger size, you can crochet with two strands of yarn held together (as explained in the pattern’s instructions).
Designer: Winding Road Crochet
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
Great Harvest Pumpkin Coasters
Hold all of your delicious fall drinks with these crochet pumpkin coasters! These are a quick project to make, and you can whip up a whole set of them in just a couple of hours. These would make a great housewarming gift, autumn birthday present, or token gift for a Thanksgiving host.
Designer: Crochet 365 Knit Too
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
The Pumpkin Beanie
This adorable, top-down crochet pumpkin hat pattern is available in 7 sizes - from preemie to adult! The front post stitches add texture throughout, and the adorable leaves are perfect for capping the top. This pattern includes a video tutorial.
Designer: HanJan Crochet
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: WeCrochet Brava Worsted
Pumpkin Patch Cup Cozy
Keep your fall drinks cozy on the go with this fall-themed cup cozy! It’s easy to adjust the size of this pattern to fit your favorite cup. Be careful though - as soon as your friends see this adorable accessory, they’ll all want one, too!
Designer: Okie Girl Bling ‘n Things
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn
Crochet Pumpkin Treat Bowl
This delightful little pumpkin bowl with its own top is the ideal spot for holding your favorite fall candies. It measures about 3” tall by 4.5” wide. This little project would be a great stash buster!
Designer: One Social Girl
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
Tapestry Crochet Pumpkin Potholder
These vintage, farmhouse crochet potholders not only make the coziest kitchen decor, but they’re practical, too! Using different colors, a few of these together would make the most adorable set. If you plan to set hot items on these, however, you may want to consider adding a crochet or fabric backing to fully protect your surfaces.
Designer: Raffamusa Designs
Yarn weight: DK
Suggested yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Striped Pumpkins
Looking for something a little different than traditional orange pumpkins? These striped pumpkins have a personality all their own! This beginner-friendly pattern is worked in rows using basic stitches.
Designer: K Hook Creations
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Loops and Threads Impeccable
Rustic Crochet Pumpkin Garland
Perfect for decorating a mantle or wide window, you can totally customize this rustic garland to fit your space just right. Whether you choose to use one, two, or three or more colors, you can’t really go wrong stringing together these squishy fall crochet pieces.
Designer: Knotted Nest
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: WeCrochet Brava Worsted
Pumpkin Basket
Made with the tapestry crochet technique, this festive basket would be so cute for holding small items like candy, car keys, or makeup. It measures about 6.5” in diameter by 5.5” tall.
Designer: Desert Blossom Crafts
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
Fluffy Pumpkin Pie
This amigurumi crochet pumpkin would be a fun addition to a play kitchen, or a happy fall friend to keep you company on your kitchen windowsill! This cheerful pattern is a good choice for advanced beginners or intermediate crocheters.
Designer: Jennifer Q
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
Pumpkin Jar Cozy
If you find yourself with lots of Mason jars, you can totally spruce some up for the fall season with this crocheted jar cozy! This would be such a cute way to decorate jarred gifts - whether homemade, canned treats like apple butter or your favorite fall candies.
Designer: Briana Olsen
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
Tips and Tricks
Create texture with different stitches.
Pumpkins are such a fun opportunity to create varied textures in your fabric. Different stitches, such as bobbles or front and back post stitches, are great ways to play around with texture.
Use a slightly smaller hook than usual.
When working on amigurumi or projects that require stuffing, using a slightly smaller hook helps you to make tight stitches that keep your stuffing from falling out.
Make it your own.
Lastly, have fun with your pattern! Make it your own by adding embellishments such as leaves, tendrils, or even faces to give your crochet pumpkin pattern a Halloween jack-o-lantern vibe.
More Crochet Patterns
I hope that you’ve enjoyed this list of easy crochet pumpkin patterns. For even more crochet ideas, check out these related posts.
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