How to Crochet Pumpkin in 3 Sizes | Easy Fall & Halloween DIY

Crochet pumpkins are one of the most popular fall projects, and today you’ll learn how to crochet pumpkin in three different sizes: small, medium, and large. This beginner-friendly guide walks you through a step-by-step easy crochet pumpkin pattern, complete with stem and leaves, so you can create the perfect handmade decoration. Whether for your fall home décor, Halloween centerpieces, or as a cute DIY gift, these crochet pumpkins will add a cozy seasonal touch.

Materials Needed for Crochet Pumpkins

• Yarn: 5-ply medium weight yarn (50% cotton, 50% acrylic recommended)
• Hook: 2.50 mm (US size B/1 or C/2)
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
• Tapestry needle for sewing
• Scissors

Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)

• ch = chain
• hdc = half double crochet
• sc = single crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• MR = magic ring

Notes Before You Start

• The starting chain = pumpkin height.
• The number of rows = pumpkin width.
• Both must be multiples of 2 for the shaping to work correctly.
• You can easily adjust the size by increasing or decreasing in multiples of 2.

Step by Step – How to Crochet Pumpkin

Small Crochet Pumpkin (S)

1. Foundation: Ch 26. (~8.6 in / 22 cm tall)
2. Row 1: Starting in 3rd ch from hook, hdc 24 across. Ch 2, turn.
3. Row 2: Hdc in BLO across (24 hdc). Ch 2, turn.
4. Rows 3–36: Repeat Row 2. (Rectangle size ~4 x 8.6 in / 10 x 22 cm)
5. Finish: Ch 1, fold rectangle in half, sl st to join the sides. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
6. Shape the pumpkin:
   • With tapestry needle, weave yarn in zigzag along the top edge, pull tight to close.
   • Turn inside out, stuff with fiberfill, close the bottom the same way.
   • Wrap yarn vertically around the pumpkin to form 9 ridges (nodes), pulling slightly tight. Knot to secure.

Medium Crochet Pumpkin (M)

1. Foundation: Ch 36. (~10.6 in / 27 cm tall)
2. Row 1: Starting in 3rd ch, hdc 34 across. Ch 2, turn.
3. Row 2: Hdc BLO across. Ch 2, turn.
4. Rows 3–46: Repeat Row 2. (Rectangle size ~5.5 x 10.6 in / 14 x 27 cm)
5. Assembly: Join, stuff, and shape the same as Small Pumpkin.

Large Crochet Pumpkin (L)

1. Foundation: Ch 46. (~11 in / 28 cm tall)
2. Row 1: Starting in 3rd ch, hdc 44 across. Ch 2, turn.
3. Row 2: Hdc BLO across. Ch 2, turn.
4. Rows 3–56: Repeat Row 2. (Rectangle size ~6.7 x 11 in / 17 x 28 cm)
5. Assembly: Join, stuff, and shape the same as above.

Crochet Pumpkin Stem & Leaves

Stem

1. Make a MR, work 7 sc into the ring, sl st to join.
2. Ch 1, sc around (7 sc). Join with sl st.
3. Repeat for 9 rows (S & M) or 10 rows (L).
4. Increase round: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st (14 sc). Join.
5. Next round: (2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next st) repeat (21 sc). Join.
6. Next round: (2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 2 sts) repeat (28 sc). Join.
7. Fasten off, leave tail for sewing.

Leaves

1. With green yarn, ch 25–30 (small leaf) or 40–50 (large leaf).
   • S pumpkin → 25 & 40 ch
   • M pumpkin → 25 & 45 ch
   • L pumpkin → 30 & 50 ch
2. Starting from 3rd ch, hdc in each ch across.
3. Sl st 3 times at base, then repeat for larger leaf.
4. Fasten off and sew leaves beside the stem.

Final Assembly

• Attach the stem to the top of the pumpkin with a tapestry needle.
• Sew or glue the leaves around the stem.
• Shape the pumpkin with your hands to adjust fullness and ridges.

Now you have a cozy handmade pumpkin, ready to brighten your fall decorations!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Are pumpkins easy to crochet?
Yes! Crochet pumpkins are beginner-friendly. Once you know how to do chains, half double crochets, and slip stitches, you can make them easily.

2. What is the easiest thing ever to crochet?
Small items like dishcloths, granny squares, and pumpkins are among the easiest crochet projects for beginners.

3. How to do an easy pumpkin?
Start with a rectangle made of half double crochets, fold it, stitch the sides, and stuff. Add a stem and leaves for finishing.

4. How do you crochet a simple pumpkin stem?
Work single crochets in the round, repeating rows to create a tube. Add a few increase rounds to make the stem slightly thicker.

5. What is the hardest crochet technique?
Advanced stitches like Tunisian crochet, tapestry crochet, or lacework (Irish crochet) are considered more challenging. Beginners should start with simpler stitches like hdc or dc.

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Final Thoughts

This step-by-step guide showed you how to crochet pumpkin in three different sizes, complete with stems and leaves. Perfect for fall, Halloween, or as a thoughtful handmade gift.

Download the free PDF pattern here: Crochet Pumpkin Pattern PDF
Watch the full tutorial on YouTube: Crochet Pumpkin Tutorial

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See you in the next crochet tutorial. Take care!