Ingredients
- Worsted weight yarn (weight 4, medium), acrylic, about 200 g total in pumpkin color (2 skeins)
- Worsted weight yarn (weight 4, medium), about 30 yards in brown or green for the stem and optional leaf
- H-8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
- Yarn needle with a large eye for sewing seams and weaving in ends
- Scissors
- Stitch marker (optional)
- Tape measure
- Polyester fiberfill, about 3 ounces (85 g)
- One small dry twig or wooden stem, about 1 to 2 inches long (optional)
Instructions
- Chain 21 for the foundation chain, then add 1 turning chain for a total of 22 chains.
- Work 1 half double crochet (hdc) into the second chain from the hook and into each chain across (21 stitches).
- Chain 1 for the turning chain, turn your work, and make 1 hdc in the back loop only (BLO) of each stitch across (21 stitches).
- Repeat the last step for 29 more rows until you have 31 rows (with 21 stitches each).
- Check the strip before sewing; it should measure about 6 inches wide by 12 inches long.
- Fold the strip so the first row meets the last row, then sew the edges together with a whip stitch or mattress stitch.
- Gather the bottom by weaving a yarn tail around one open edge, pulling gently until the opening closes.
- Turn the piece right side out, and fill it with polyester fiberfill in small handfuls.
- Gather the top by weaving around the upper opening and pulling the yarn gradually while pressing the stuffing inward.
- Add the stem by pushing a small dry twig or crocheted stem into the center, securing it with several stitches.
- Optionally, make a leaf with green yarn by chaining 6 and working various stitches across, then sew the leaf beside the stem.
- Finish by weaving in the ends and shaping the pumpkin if needed.
Notes
This project is beginner-friendly and offers a calming crocheting experience.
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
