How to Make a Cozy Crochet Jack-O-Lantern

If you're looking to add a touch of cozy charm to your autumn decor, why not try your hand at making a crochet Jack-O-Lantern? This fun and festive project is perfect for cozying up your home during the pumpkin-filled season, and it also makes a delightful handmade gift for friends and family. With some soft yarn in vibrant orange and classic black, along with a crochet hook and a little bit of stuffing, you'll be on your way to creating your very own crocheted Jack-O-Lantern in no time. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or new to the craft, this project is sure to bring a smile to your face as you bring your adorable pumpkin creation to life stitch by stitch. Embrace the cozy vibes of fall and let your creative spirit shine through with this spooktacular crochet project!

Materials Needed

• 3.00 mm Crochet Hook
• DK Yarn
• Tapestry Needle
• A Pair of Scissors
• Stuffing
• LED Tea Light

Note: The numbers in the brackets represent the number of stitches in each row.

Abbreviations

• MR – Magic Ring
• CH – Chain
• SC – Single Crochet (DC in UK terms)
• SC2TOG – Single Crochet Two Stitches Together (DC2TOG in UK terms)
• ST – Stitch
• SLST – Slip Stitch
• DC – Double Crochet (TR in UK terms)
• DC2TOG – Double Crochet Two Stitches Together (TR2TOG in UK terms)
• FO – Finish Off

Pattern Instructions for Jack-O-Lantern

Rounds

Round 1: 12 DC in MR (12) (standing DC to start the round)

Round 2: 2 DC in each ST around. (24)

Round 3: *1 DC, 2 DC in next.* Repeat around. (36)

Round 4: DC in each. (36)

Round 5: DC in next 15, CH 7, SK 7, DC in next 14. (36)

Round 6: DC in next 18, CH 2, SK 1, DC in next 17. (35)

Round 7: DC in next 16, CH 2, SK 1, DC in next 4 (2 in CH 2 from previous round), CH 2, SK 1, DC in next 15. (35)

Round 8: DC in each ST around. (37) (One in each CH 2 space.)

Round 9: *1 DC, DC2TOG.* Repeat until there are 4 STs left. DC2TOG two more times. (24)

Round 10: DC2TOG around. (12)

Finishing

Round 11: SC around. (12) Change to brown.

Round 12: SC2TOG around. (6)

Round 13: SC2TOG around. (Or SLST twice to close gap). CH 3. SLST in 2nd and 3rd from hook. (3)

FO.

Adding the Mouth

Attach yarn in 1st stitch of mouth.

CH 2. SLST in 2nd. SLST in next 5 STs of mouth. CH 2. SLST in 2nd.

SLST in next 5 (including the DC on the edge of the mouth). CH 3. SLST into 2nd. SK 1 of mouth.

SLST into next 4 (including the DC on the edge of the mouth). FO.