Description: Get into the cozy autumn spirit with this adorable Mini Pumpkin Crochet Tutorial. Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or just starting out, this easy-to-follow tutorial will guide you step-by-step through the process of creating charming mini crochet pumpkins that make for delightful seasonal decorations or cute additions to your crafting projects.

Pattern: Skill Level: Beginner Materials Needed:

  • Worsted weight yarn in orange (pumpkin color) and green (stem color)
  • Crochet hook (size G/4.0mm recommended)
  • Fiberfill stuffing
  • Yarn needle
  • Scissors

Abbreviations:

  • ch: chain
  • sc: single crochet
  • hdc: half double crochet
  • sl st: slip stitch

Instructions:

  1. Begin with the pumpkin color yarn.
  2. Round 1: Make a magic ring, ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), work 6 sc into the ring. Pull the ring tight and sl st into the first sc to join. (6 sc)
  3. Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 sc in each st around. Sl st into the first sc to join. (12 sc)
  4. Round 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in the first st, sc in the next st – repeat around. Sl st to join. (18 sc)
  5. Round 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in the first st, sc in the next 2 sts – repeat around. Sl st to join. (24 sc)
  6. Rounds 5-10: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Sl st to join. (24 sc)
  7. Begin stuffing the pumpkin with fiberfill.
  8. Round 11: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in the next 2 sts – repeat around. Sl st to join. (18 sc)
  9. Round 12: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in the next st – repeat around. Sl st to join. (12 sc)
  10. Finish stuffing the pumpkin.
  11. Round 13: Ch 1, sc2tog around. Sl st to join. (6 sc)
  12. Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Stem:

  1. Attach the green yarn to the top of the pumpkin.
  2. Ch 5, hdc in the 2nd ch from hook and in each of the next 3 chs. Sl st to the base of the starting ch.
  3. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Assembly:

  1. Use the tail of the green yarn to sew the stem onto the top of the pumpkin.
  2. Weave in any remaining ends.

Your charming mini crochet pumpkin is complete! Make a bunch in various sizes and colors to create a beautiful fall display. These mini pumpkins also make wonderful gifts and are a fun way to celebrate the autumn season.

Remember, feel free to get creative with your color choices and decorations to make each pumpkin uniquely yours. Happy crocheting!