Gourdgeous Crochet Pumpkins
Introduction: Gourdgeous Crochet Pumpkins
Fall decor has never been faster with the Gourdgeous (Gourds, get it?) Crochet Pumpkins. Any beginner can make these in no time, using only a crocheted rectangle sewn into a pumpkin shape. Each ball of recommended yarn makes 2 pumpkins. Customize the look by switching up colors, yarn thickness and hook size, or stem material.
ABBREVIATIONS
* ch - chain
* RS - Right Side
* WS - Wrong Side
* hdc - half double crochet
* st(s) - stitch(es)
* lp - loop
* sc - single crochet
No gauge; finished pumpkin size depends on amount of stuffing. 557
Sample pumpkin is 5in wide and 4in tall.
Throughout: ch2 does not count towards stitches.
Supplies
* Approximately 50 yds Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick (1 full ball makes 2 pumpkins), or equivalent super bulky yarn
* 5 yds contrasting color yarn for stem
* Size N13/9mm crochet hook
* Polyester Fiberfill
* Tapestry needle
* Scissors
Step 1:
Ch 22.
Step 2:
Row 1 (RS): hdc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across (20 sts). Ch 2, turn.
Step 3:
Row 2 (WS): hdc in back lp only across. Ch 2, turn.
Step 4:
Rows 3-20: Repeat row 2.
Step 5:
Cut yarn, leaving a 30in tail.
Step 6:
Fold work in half so that beginning ch is touching last row, RS facing out.
Step 7:
Using tapestry needle, whipstitch beginning ch to inside loop of end row.
Step 8:
Thread yarn tail through every other edge st and cinch tight. Secure with a knot but do not cut yarn.
Step 9:
Fill open end with polyester fiberfill.
Step 10:
Push tapestry needle with tail yarn through center of closed end, through the fiberfill, and out the open end.
Step 11:
Weave tail yarn through every other edge st and cinch tight, both closing the hole and pulling the pumpkin flatter.
Step 12:
Secure with knot, trim yarn, and weave in ends.
Step 13:
With contrasting yarn for stem, make an adjustable ring (or ch1) and sc 4 in that space.
Step 14:
Sc on top of first st to join in the round.
Step 15:
Sc around for 7 rounds. Cut yarn, leaving a 10in tail.
Step 16:
Use remaining tail yarn to sew to pumpkin top.
Alternatively, affix a twig or cinnamon stick using hot glue, or sew on a fabric stem. 694