In this post, you will find a free printable single crochet pumpkin pattern that is perfect for beginners.

This easy fall project is made from a simple rectangle using only single crochet stitches.

Once finished, the rectangle is seamed, stuffed, and decorated with a cinnamon-stick stem.

Use super bulky yarn to make a soft, chunky pumpkin for your fall, Halloween, or Thanksgiving decor.

An Easy Crochet Pumpkin for Beginners

This simple pumpkin is a lovely project if you are new to crochet and want to practice your single crochet stitches.

You will crochet a flat rectangle, join the short edges to form a tube, gather the bottom, and add the stuffing.

The top is then gathered and finished with a cinnamon-stick stem and a little twine.

There are no increases, decreases, complicated shaping, or color changes in the pattern.

single crochet swatches — *The flat single crochet rectangle will be used to create the pumpkin*

What You Should Know Before You Begin

Skill level: Basic
Crochet terms: US
Stitches used: Chain and single crochet
Construction: Crocheted flat and seamed
Yarn weight: Super bulky/super chunky
Hook size: 9mm (US M/N 13)
Gauge: Not essential, but it will affect the finished size
Finished size: Approximately 13 inches around and 6 inches tall
Printable: Use the Print button on the pattern card

Helpful Crochet Tutorials

If you are completely new to crochet, these beginner tutorials will help you with the basic stitches and techniques used in the pattern.

Crochet Pumpkin Video

You can also watch the right-handed video tutorial below to see how the pumpkin is crocheted and assembled.

Materials Needed

Yarn

Any super bulky/super chunky/14-ply yarn.
For each pumpkin, you will need around 50g.
I used Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick and Quick yarn in the following colors:
Fisherman
Grey Marble
Cilantro
Spice

Hook Size

9mm (US M/N 13) Hook

Notions

Tape measure
Darning needle/yarn needle
Scissors

Other Materials

Fiberfill/Poly-fil stuffing
Cinnamon sticks
Twine
Glue gun

Pattern Notes

You may sell finished pumpkins made from this pattern, but the written pattern and photographs may not be reproduced or redistributed.
Gauge is not critical for this project.
Use more or fewer rows to adjust the width of the pumpkin.
The amount of stuffing used will affect its finished shape.
The pattern is written using US crochet terms.

Get the Free Printable Crochet Pumpkin Pattern

The complete pattern is available in the printable card below.

Select the Print button to save or print a clean copy for your project.

Yield: Crochet Pumpkin

Easy Single Crochet Pumpkin Pattern

No Ratings

Make an easy crochet pumpkin using super bulky yarn and basic single crochet stitches.

The pumpkin is worked flat as a rectangle, then seamed, stuffed, and finished with a cinnamon-stick stem.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Active Time 1 hour

Additional Time 10 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes

Difficulty Basic/Beginner

Estimated Cost $10

Materials

Any super bulky/super chunky/14-ply yarn.
For each pumpkin, you will need around 50g.
I used Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick and Quick yarn in the following colors:
Fisherman
Grey Marble
Cilantro
Spice
Fiberfill/Poly-fil stuffing
Cinnamon sticks
Twine

Tools

9mm (US M/N 13) Hook
Tape measure
Darning needle/yarn needle
Scissors
Glue gun

Instructions

Pumpkin Body

ch 18, turn.
Row 1: Work 1 sc in the second ch from the hook and in each ch to the end of the row. Turn. (17 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), work 1 sc in each st to the end of the row. Turn. (17 sts)
Rep Row 2 until the piece measures 6 inches (15 cm) from the foundation edge.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for seaming.

Making Up

Step 1: Fold the rectangle so the short edges meet. Using the long yarn tail and a yarn needle, seam the edges together with mattress stitch to form a tube.
Step 2: Work a running stitch around one open edge, weaving the needle in and out through the end stitches. Pull tightly to gather and close the bottom.
Step 3: Secure the yarn and close any remaining hole.
Step 4: Fill the pumpkin with fiberfill.
Step 5: Cut another length of yarn measuring at least 12 inches. Work a running stitch around the upper edge, then pull tightly to gather and close the top.
Step 6: Secure the yarn and weave in any loose ends.
Step 7: Glue a cinnamon stick into the center of the top opening to create the pumpkin stem.
Step 8: Tie a length of twine around the cinnamon stick to finish.

Notes

Abbreviations

The pattern is written using US crochet terms and abbreviations.

CH - Chain
SC - Single crochet
Rem - Remaining
Rep - Repeat
St(s) - Stitches

Size Information

Finished rectangle size - H 6 inches x W 8 inches.
Finished pumpkin size - Circumference = 13 inches x H 6 inches.

Gauge
Gauge is not essential for this project.

Work at a comfortable tension, creating a firm fabric without large gaps so the stuffing does not show through.

Crochet Pumpkin FAQs

Can I use a different yarn weight?

Yes. A different yarn weight can be used, but it will change the finished size.

Choose a crochet hook suitable for your yarn and make sure the fabric is dense enough to contain the stuffing.

How can I make the pumpkin larger or smaller?

Change the length of the starting chain to adjust the height.

Crochet more or fewer rows to change the width.

Can I make this pumpkin without a glue gun?

Yes. You can securely sew a crocheted stem or a small piece of felt onto the top instead.

Is this pattern suitable for complete beginners?

Yes. You only need to know how to make a chain and work single crochet stitches.

The pumpkin is made from a rectangle, so there are no increases or decreases.

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