Ribbed Crochet Pumpkins
Designed by Debbie von Grabler-Crozier
In case you needed a little Fall project inspiration! Here’s an easy and FREE crochet pattern.
This is a beginner friendly project that can be completed with a basic chains and single crochet stitches. It uses chunky yarn which means it works up quick. You can have a few Ribbed Crochet Pumpkins in no time! Give it a try.
Tip: There are two pumpkins in this set. A medium (5.5 in. / 14 cm. diameter) and a large (7 in. / 18 cm diameter). The instructions for the large size are given in brackets after the medium. The method of making is the same for both.
Gather these supplies
Tools:
Amour Crochet Hooks (Art. No 1046/7)
Note: The size will depend on the yarn that you have chosen. Normally, I go down half a size hook where possible to the recommended size on the yarn band because this creates a tighter fabric and you are less likely to see the filling
Mini Patchwork Scissors (Art. No 493/CW)
Mini Knitting Counter (Art. No 3118)
Darning Needle Set (Art. No 339)
Yarn:
Any sort of interesting yarn in earth colors- orange is the obvious choice but not the only one. I am using a slightly chunky yarn for the medium pumpkin in a tan color and orange for the large. You need one 100g ball for each – you will have some left over.
Everything Else:
- Polyester toy stuffing material
- Hot glue gun
- Two interesting sticks about the thickness of your thumb and about 4-6 in. (10-15 cm.) long
Tip: The mossier and more twisted the better! Look for something nice and rustic.
Here’s How:
Note: Please read all instructions through and assemble the equipment before beginning.
Abbreviations:
Ch: chain
Sc: single crochet
Ss: slip stitch
Pattern:
Ch 26 (31)
Row 2: sc in the second stitch from the end working in the back loop of the chain. Ch 1 and turn.
Row 3: sc into each stitch, again working in the back loop. Ch 1 and turn.
Tip: Normally with Sc, you are working into both parts of the stitch on the top like this IMAGE 3. This time, it is important only to use the back part of the stitch like this IMAGE 4. This will give you the rib effect.
Rows 4-45 (4-60): continue working like this until you have a piece of ribbed fabric.
Ss the panel closed on the two short ends to form a tube. Now use a piece of yarn, the largest needle in the darning set and a running stitch to close one end.
Tip: You will not be able to quite close the hole when you gather because of the thickness of the yarn. Use the needle to darn it closed neatly. This is the base of the pumpkin but still make it as neat as you can.
Stuff the pumpkin well with polyester stuffing material and gather the other end closed too.
Tip: Use a longer piece of yarn for this job and before you tie the end off, bring the yarn down to the bottom of the pumpkin a couple of times to gather the center and make it look more realistic. When you do this, keep the hole at the top fairly clear to put the stalk in.
Hot glue the stick into the top center as a stalk.
Tip: I have also added a little wrap of jute twine and tied it in a bow on the small one. This is optional but looks beautifully rustic.
© Debbie von Grabler-Crozier 2019
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