Description: The Popcorn Stitch Crochet Pumpkin is a charming and textured decorative item perfect for autumn and Halloween. This crochet pattern incorporates the popcorn stitch, which adds a three-dimensional texture resembling the bumpy surface of a pumpkin. This pattern is suitable for intermediate crocheters who are familiar with basic crochet stitches.

Materials Needed:

  1. Worsted weight yarn in orange (pumpkin), green (stem), and brown (optional – for embellishment)
  2. Crochet hook appropriate for your chosen yarn weight (usually around H/5mm)
  3. Fiberfill or stuffing material
  4. Yarn needle for weaving in ends
  5. Scissors

Pattern Steps:

  1. Pumpkin Body:
    • Start with a magic ring or ch 4 and join to form a loop.
    • Round 1: Work 6 sc into the magic ring or 2nd ch from hook. Join with a slip stitch. (6 stitches)
    • Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 sc in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch. (12 stitches)
    • Round 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in the first stitch, sc in the next stitch Repeat from * to * around. Join with a slip stitch. (18 stitches)
    • Round 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in the first stitch, sc in the next 2 stitches Repeat from * to * around. Join with a slip stitch. (24 stitches)
    • Round 5: Ch 1, 2 sc in the first stitch, sc in the next 3 stitches Repeat from * to * around. Join with a slip stitch. (30 stitches)
    • Continue increasing in this manner until you have a circle large enough for the desired pumpkin size.
  2. Popcorn Stitch:
    • For each popcorn stitch, work 5 double crochets (dc) into the same stitch.
    • Remove the hook from the last stitch, insert it into the first dc of the group, and pull the last stitch through the first stitch to create a popcorn.
    • Secure the popcorn with a slip stitch into the same stitch.
  3. Stem:
    • Switch to green yarn.
    • Attach the yarn to the top of the pumpkin.
    • Chain 10-15 (or desired stem length), then slip stitch into the same stitch to form a loop.
    • Secure and weave in ends.
  4. Finishing:
    • Leave a long tail of yarn, cut the yarn, and pull it through the loop to secure.
    • Use a yarn needle to weave in any loose ends.
    • Optional: Use brown yarn to embroider lines or a “C”-shape on the pumpkin’s body for added realism.
  5. Stuffing:
    • Fill the pumpkin with fiberfill or stuffing material.
    • Pull the yarn tail tightly to close the hole and secure.

Your Popcorn Stitch Crochet Pumpkin is now complete! This adorable textured pumpkin can be used as autumn decor, a centerpiece, or even part of your Halloween decorations. Feel free to adjust the size and color to suit your preferences. Happy crocheting!