Let’s start Fall off with a fast and easy Crochet Mini Ribbed Pumpkin Pattern! Rated advanced beginner, this crochet pumpkin pattern is a very basic pattern and can be easily adjusted to just about any size.
If you’ve been following me for a while, you probably already know that I absolutely love crochet pumpkin patterns, and the Crochet Mini Ribbed Pumpkin Pattern is no exception! I consider this pattern the quickest and easiest pumpkin pattern I’ve created, and it’s very versatile.
The crochet pumpkin pattern is worked in rows using super bulky yarn and only single crochet stitches. It’s a great pumpkin pattern to start if you’re new to pumpkin making.
Styling Ideas For Your Crochet Mini Ribbed Pumpkins
The Crochet Mini Ribbed Pumpkins are such a cute piece to display around your home. I love to put them on a decorative tray or shelf, grouped with a cute candle and plant, but my absolute favorite way to display them is part of a place setting. They double as a cute take home gift for your guests, especially perfect for Thanksgiving!
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Yarn
The Crochet Mini Ribbed Pumpkin Pattern is written using Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick. This is a size 6, super bulky yarn. My favorite colors to use are Pumpkin, Mustard, and Butterscotch. Wool Ease Thick & Quick also comes in several variegated colors that work perfectly for pumpkins.
Below are the suppliers I recommend:
Lion Brand Yarn
Amazon
Yarn Alternatives
Feel free to experiment with different yarns, but please note the gauge may turn out slightly smaller or larger depending on what you use. If you change the yarn size of the project, be sure to adjust your hook size accordingly. The most important thing is to have a nice tight stitch that will hide the Poly-fil from showing through.
Some of my favorite yarn alternatives are as follows:
Cover Story™ Lazy Days Thick & Quick® Yarn
Bernat Maker (2strands held together)
Lion Brand Yarn Hue + Me (2 strands held together)
I love using two strands of worsted weight or bulky yarn held together, but you can also use thinner or bulkier yarn. In the photo below, I used Lion Brand Yarn Hue + Me (two strands held together), in the colors Mustard, Macchiato, Saffron, & Fatigues. The gauge worked up a little larger, but I used the same hook size listed in the pattern instructions.
Sizing
The instructions below are for a mini size which is about a 12″- 13″ circumference, and 2″ inches tall, (before adding the stem).
The pattern is very easy to adjust by adding or subtracting chains to the foundation chain, and adding or subtracting rows of single crochet (making sure you end with an odd number of rows, so you’ll have a tail at each end, once you join the ends). The rest of the pattern is followed exactly, you’ll just have a different stitch count.
Additionally, if you change the yarn size of the project, be sure to adjust your hook size accordingly. The most important thing is to have a nice tight stitch that will hide the Poly-fil from showing through.
Stems
The easiest option for the stem on the crochet Mini Ribbed Pumpkin is wooden branches you find laying around outside (give them a good wash and let them air dry). Cinnamon sticks or wine corks work well too. In addition, you can buy real wooden sticks on Amazon. They’re all cleaned and ready to use, just look closely at the size description, as the photos can be misleading.
Another fun option is to use vegan or Ultrasuede tags as stems. I recently created a blog post on the different crochet tags I use. The full post with extensive detail can be found here.
– The vegan leather leaves and give thanks tags (shown below), are from Savlabot.
– The Ultrasuede custom logo tags (shown as the stem below), are from Angie & Britt. They also offer leaves and some fun seasonal tag designs.
Skill Level
Advanced Beginner
Stitch Key | US Terms
beg – beginning
ch(s) – chain/chains
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
st(s) – stitch/stitches
blo – back loop only
Materials
Size 6, Super Bulky Yarn
Approximately 20 yards
I prefer Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick , (results will vary depending on yarn used)
L11/8mm Crochet Hook (or size to meet gauge)
Tapestry Needle
Flexible Measuring Tape
Poly-Fil or extra yarn for filling
Dried Branch for Stem (glue or glue gun to attach)
Optional – Ribbon and/or flower embellishments
Gauge | Working in Rows
8 sts & 10 rows of sc working in BLO = 3.5 x 3.5 Inches with L Hook
Please be sure to check your gauge before starting, as tension can vary greatly from person to person and depending on the yarn used.
Video Instructions
Written Instructions
– Beg ch of each row does not count as st, work 1st st in same st as beg ch.
– On blo rows, work the last stitch of each row under both loops.
Row 1.
Leaving a long tail end (about 12 inches), loosely ch 9, working in blo, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in remaining chs across, turn. (8sc)
Row 2-21
Ch 1, working in blo, sc across, turn. (8sc)
If you add additional rows to the band, it should be made in odd increments.
Make sure the beginning and ending tail are on the same side of the rectangle before joining the band. This will allow you to cinch each side without attaching a new piece of yarn.
Joining Ends
You will now join the foundation chain and last row together to form a continuous piece.
Fold the short sides of the piece together & line up the sts (the foundation row should be facing you). Very loosely sl st through the remaining loops of the foundation ch & back loops of the last row of sc, repeat across until the piece is fully joined.
Fasten off leaving a long tail end (about 12-15 inches long).
Forming The Pumpkin
Using a tapestry needle, take foundation tail end, weave it in & out around row ends & cinch closed. Weave in tail end, turn pumpkin right side facing out & fill with Polyfil.
Weave remaining tail end in & out around final row ends & cinch closed (you can leave a slight opening in the middle to fit the stem). Insert tapestry needle through the top center of the pumpkin, pushing tail through the bottom center of pumpkin. Push needle back up through bottom center pulling slightly to create an indent in the top center. Weave needle around top where you cinched it closed, to keep indent in place.
Fasten off and weave in loose ends once secure. Finish pumpkin off with stem, ribbon, and other adornments as desired, using glue or a hot glue gun.
I also have a bundle of 8, ad free, printable PDF pumpkin patterns on Etsy for a great discount!
I think you’ll also enjoy The Harvest Crochet Pumpkin Pattern and How To Attach Stacked Pumpkins, both free on the blog!
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