Crochet Large Size Pumpkin Pattern For Autumn Decor

Autumnal charm awaits with this Free Crochet Large Size Pumpkin Pattern, perfect for creating cozy, eye-catching decor for your seasonal home.

Crochet Large Size Pumpkin

Get seasonal décor with a touch of handmade charm using this detailed pattern. The substantial size of the pumpkin ensures it will command attention on a mantel, dining table, or entryway display. Opt for rich, autumnal yarn hues, and consider varied textures like boucle or chenille for a personalized touch.

This versatile decoration is perfect for integrating into both Halloween festivities and Thanksgiving gatherings. Small additions, such as metallic yarns or fabric leaves, can further enhance its visual appeal.

Tip:

For a modern twist, crochet small sections with contrasting colors or patterns to create a unique patchwork effect that adds visual interest.

Crocheting The Big Pumpkin Amigurumi

This guide provides detailed steps to crochet a large pumpkin using basic stitches.

Materials Needed

• Worst-weight yarn
• 5mm crochet hook
• Safety pin
• Tapestry needle
• Fiberfill for stuffing
• Scissors

Step by Step Guide

Foundation and Initial Rounds

1. Foundation Chain:
   • Create a foundation chain of two chains.
   • In the second chain from the hook, perform 10 single crochets.
2. Increasing Rounds:
   • Round 1: Perform 20 single crochets, doubling each stitch from the previous round.
   • Round 2: Continue increasing stitches per sequence, following the pattern of increases and single crochets.
3. Subsequent Rounds:
   • Continue rounds, each time increasing the number of stitches between increases' key is to maintain alignment of increases with previous rows, indicated by visible "v" shapes.

Building the Body

1. Non-increasing Rounds:
   • Once the base width is achieved, crochet several rounds without increasing. This involves repeating Round 9 for about seven more rounds to build up the height of the pumpkin.

Decreasing Rounds

1. Initial Decreasing Rounds:
   • Begin decreasing rounds, similar to earlier steps but reversing to reduce stitches.
   • Follow a pattern of decreasing double crochets and single crochets.
2. Final Decreasing Rounds:
   • Continue rounds focusing on single crochet decreases, working towards closing the top.

Completing the Pumpkin and Adding the Stem

1. Stuffing:
   • Once you complete the decreasing rounds until 10 stitches remain, stuff the pumpkin with fiberfill.
   • Ensure even distribution of stuffing in each segment for consistency.
2. Changing to Brown Yarn for Stem:
   • Attach the brown yarn; start with decreasing the remaining stitches for a tighter opening.
   • Crochet the stem rounds in back loops only to add texture to the stem, proceeding until desired length.
3. Finishing:
   • Use a tapestry needle to weave in ends securely.
   • Close the top of the stem neatly, hiding remaining ends inside the pumpkin.

Conclusion

Your crocheted pumpkin should now be complete, featuring a textured stem and a plump body. Adjustments to yarn color and stem length can customize the design for different appearances. Enjoy your handcrafted seasonal décor!