Crochet Pumpkin Pattern for Fall Decor

Q: May I sell the finished item?

Small scale sales of finished items from this pattern are allowed with credit to Crochet Pumpkin Pattern for Fall Decor . Do not copy, sell, or republish the written instructions or site images.

A counted ribbed crochet pumpkin rectangle with three size options, invisible tube seaming, controlled stuffing, six shaped ridges, and a firm stem.

Before starting Crochet Pumpkin Pattern for Fall Decor, read the complete sequence and record the yarn, hook, gauge, and any size changes. Those project-specific notes make the result easier to check and reproduce.

Materials and supplies

DK or worsted stash yarn in project colors
3.5-4.5 mm hook
Embroidery yarn
Stitch marker and yarn needle
Optional washable stuffing specified below
Long upholstery needle for shaping ridges

Crochet terms used

The instructions in Crochet Pumpkin Pattern for Fall Decor use US terms: ch (chain), sl st (slip stitch), sc (single crochet), hdc (half double crochet), dc (double crochet), inc (two stitches in one), and dec (decrease). Counts in parentheses show the stitches expected after that row or round.

Ribbed pumpkin pattern

Choose small, medium, or large and chain 16, 24, or 32. Row 1: Hdc in the second chain and across for 15, 23, or 31 stitches. Row 2: Ch 1 and turn; the chain does not count. Back-loop hdc across, preserving 15, 23, or 31 stitches. Repeat row 2 for a total of 24, 36, or 48 rows; the rectangle should be about twice as wide as it is tall with ribs vertical.

Fold short edges together and slip stitch through corresponding loops to form a tube. Fasten off with a tail three times the tube circumference. Weave through every row-end around one opening, pull closed, stitch across twice, and knot inside. Stuff firmly while keeping ribs visible; gather and secure the second opening.

Pass a second long strand through the center from top to bottom 6 times at equal intervals, tightening every pass equally to form 6 ridges. For the stem, work 6 sc in a magic ring and continue even for 5 rounds; lightly stuff and sew over the top closure.

Tips & troubleshooting

Count at the shaping points

Place markers before every increase, decrease, join, or attachment in this pattern. Confirm each checkpoint stated in Crochet Pumpkin Pattern for Fall Decor before moving forward because finishing cannot correct missing structural stitches.

Compare shape as well as count

Lay the work flat without stretching and compare paired pieces from the same viewing angle. Match the silhouette and measurements described in Crochet Pumpkin Pattern for Fall Decor, rechecking a washed swatch before seaming fitted work.

Reinforce structural joins

Necks, handles, hanging points, hardware tabs, and baby-item attachments need more than one yarn pass. Reinforce every load-bearing join identified in Crochet Pumpkin Pattern for Fall Decor, weave tails in two directions, and inspect the finished piece before use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Has this page been physically sample-tested?

This pattern has received a content and construction review, but it has not been independently sample-crocheted in every yarn and size described by Crochet Pumpkin Pattern for Fall Decor. Swatch, verify counts at each checkpoint, and report a suspected correction through the contact page.

What skill level should I have?

This pattern is planned for a beginner crocheter. Practice any unfamiliar stitch separately and read the complete construction in Crochet Pumpkin Pattern for Fall Decor before beginning.

Can I change the yarn or hook?

Yes. A replacement yarn must create the fabric and measured size described in Crochet Pumpkin Pattern for Fall Decor. Use a washed swatch for fitted work and a stuffing-gap test for toys.

May I sell the finished item?

Small-scale sales of finished items from this pattern are allowed with credit to Crochet Pumpkin Pattern for Fall Decor. Do not copy, sell, or republish the written instructions or site images.