Crochet Bulky Bobble Pumpkin

The Crochet Bulky Bobble Pumpkin is a delightful addition to any fall decor, bringing a cozy and festive touch to your home. With its chunky yarn and irresistible bobble texture, this pumpkin is perfect for adding a touch of handmade charm to your space. Whether placed on a mantel, used as a centerpiece, or gifted to a friend, this cute pumpkin is sure to bring a smile to anyone's face. The fun and easy-to-follow crochet pattern makes it a great project for crocheters of all skill levels, so you can enjoy creating your own adorable pumpkins in no time. Let's get crocheting and add some handmade warmth to your autumn decorations with this charming Bulky Bobble Pumpkin!

Supplies

• 10.0mm N hook
• Pumpkin: 1 skein Lion Brand Hometown or Thick and Quick, Super Bulky 6 weight yarn 81 yards
• Stem: Small amount of Loops & Threads Charisma in Espresso
• Large needle for weaving in ends
• Fiber-fil stuffing
• Nylon Knee High* Optional

Abbreviations

• Ch: Chain
• SC: Single Crochet
• DC: Double Crochet
• HDC: Half Double Crochet
• BO: Bobble Stitch
• FPDC: Front Post Double Crochet
• SL ST: Slip stitch
• F/O: Finish off

Size

7” diameter x 4” height without stem, 6” height with stem

Special Stitches

Bobble Stitch: Yarn over, insert hook into first available stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, 3 loops on hook, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, insert hook into same stitch, yarn over, and pull up a loop, 4 loops on hook, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, insert into same stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, 5 loops on hook, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, insert into same stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, 6 loops on hook, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through all 5 loops on the hook, ch1 to close the stitch.

Free Crochet Pattern: Bobble Pumpkin

Bobble Pumpkin Steps

Round 1

Beginning with a Magic Circle, ch1, SC 10, pull ring tight, SL ST into first stitch, ch1 (10)

Round 2

2 SC in each stitch around, SL ST, ch1 (20)

Round 3

*HDC, 2HDC* Repeat pattern from * to * around, SL ST, ch2 (30)

Round 4

*BO, DC*, repeat pattern from * to * 14 more times, SL ST, ch1 (30)

Round 5

SC around, SL ST, ch2 (30)

Round 6

*BO, FPDC around DC*, repeat pattern from * to * 14 more times, SL ST, ch1 (30)

Rounds 7 – 10

Repeat Rows 5 & 6

Row 11

SC around, SL ST, ch1 (30)

Round 12

SC2TOG around, SL ST, ch1 (15)

Stuffing

Stuff pumpkin. To keep stuffing from coming through, put stuffing into a nylon knee-high before inserting into Pumpkin. (The FPDC’s will be on the outside of the pumpkin. If needed, push the bobbles out before stuffing.)

Round 13

SC2TOG 7 times, SC, SL ST, ch1 (8)

Round 14

SC2TOG 4 times, SL ST. F/O Leaving a long tail. (4)

With a large needle, push tail through the center of the pumpkin to the bottom side. Loop yarn around row 1, and pull back through to the top of the pumpkin, pull to indent center. Repeat. Finish off, and weave in ends.

Pumpkin Stem

Row 1

Chain 6, SC in 2nd chain and across, ch1, turn. (5)

Row 2

SCBLO across, ch1, turn. (5)

Rows 3 – 5

Repeat Row 2

Finish off leaving a long tail. Whip stitch Row 1 to Row 5 to create the stem. Secure to the top of the pumpkin.