Crochet Chunky Pumpkin

Crochet Chunky Pumpkins

Crochet Chunky Pumpkins are the ultimate fall decor addition! These charming pumpkins bring warmth and coziness to any space with their soft, chunky texture and vibrant colors. Perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to your home during the autumn season, these handcrafted pumpkins are sure to put a smile on your face. Whether you place them on your mantel, use them as table centerpieces, or gift them to friends, Crochet Chunky Pumpkins are a delightful way to embrace the spirit of fall and showcase your crafty side. So grab your crochet hooks and yarn, and let's get crafting some adorable pumpkins that will bring joy to your home!

Skill Level

Easy

Materials

• Crochet Hook – N/9.00 MM
• Yarn – Super Bulky (6) 8 oz. Lion Brand Woolease- Hudson Bay/ Spice Market
• Yarn Needle with Big Eye
• A Stick For The Stem – 8 Inches long, 1.5 inches around
• Stuffing – Poly Fiberfil – 6 oz.

Stitches

• Chain (ch)
• Double Crochet (dc)
• Front Post Double Crochet (FPDC)
• Double Crochet 2 Together/ Double Crochet Decrease – dc2tog

Size

10 Inches tall, 30 inches around

Notes

• Ch3 Counts as a dc
• Rounds are joined to the ch 3 with a slst.

Pattern

RND 1: Ch 6, join in a circle, ch 3, 11 dc in the circle, join, ch 3 (12 dc). Leave a small hole to slide the stick/stem in later.

RND 2: 2 dc in each dc around, join, ch 3 (24 dc).

RND 3: 2 dc in each dc around, join, ch 3 (48 dc).

RND 4: 2 dc in the 1st dc, 1 dc in the next dc, FPDC in the next dc, *2 dc in the next dc, 1 dc in the next dc, FPDC in the next dc*. Repeat from * to * around, join, ch 3 (48 dc, 12 FPDC).

RND 5: 1 dc in the 1st 2 dc, 2 dc in the next dc, FPDC in the FPDC, *1 dc in the next 2 dc, 2 dc in the next dc, FPDC in the FPDC*. Repeat from * to * around, join, ch 3 (60 dc, 16 FPDC).

RND 6: 1 dc in the 1st 4 dc, FPDC in the FPDC, *1 dc in the next 4 dc, FPDC in the FPDC*. Repeat from * to * around, join, ch 3 (60 dc, 16 FPDC).

RND 7 - RND 14: Repeat RND 6.

RND 15: 1 dc in the first 3 dc, dc2tog the next 2 dc, *dc in the next 3 dc, dc2tog the next 2 dc*. Repeat from * to * around, join, ch 3.

RND 16: 1 dc in each dc around, join, tie off leaving an 18 inch tail of yarn for gathering closed the bottom of the pumpkin.

Stuff the pumpkin.

Gather the bottom of the pumpkin closed using the tail of yarn and a needle or the crochet hook. Weave in and tie securely.

Gently slide the stick about halfway in the hole of the top of the pumpkin. You can use some fabric glue if you feel the stem is not staying in place.

Cut 2 strands of the matching yarn 18 inches long. Make a bow and attach it to the front of the pumpkin near the stem.