There’s nothing quite like decorating for fall with handmade pumpkins! This Easy Crochet Mini Ribbed Pumpkin Pattern works up quickly using super bulky yarn and is perfect for bowls, tiered trays, mantels, and other cozy autumn displays.
If you’re looking for even more seasonal inspiration, be sure to browse my 12+ Free Crochet Pumpkin Patterns or my One Stitch Adjustable Crochet Pumpkin Pattern for even more decorating ideas.
The Mini Ribbed Pumpkin is one of the quickest and easiest pumpkin patterns I’ve designed. Rated Advanced Beginner, it’s worked flat in rows using super bulky yarn and basic single crochet stitches before being seamed into shape.
The simple construction also makes it easy to customize by adjusting the size or experimenting with different yarns and colors to create your own unique fall décor.
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Styling Ideas For Your Crochet Mini Ribbed Pumpkins
These Crochet Mini Ribbed Pumpkins are the perfect finishing touch for your fall décor. Their small size makes them easy to style just about anywhere, whether you’re decorating a mantel, bookshelf, entryway table, or cozy coffee table tray.
One of my favorite ways to display them is as part of a Thanksgiving place setting. Pair each pumpkin with a napkin, candle, or sprig of greenery to create a beautiful table your guests will love. They also make thoughtful little take-home gifts that friends and family can enjoy throughout the fall season.
Yarn
The Crochet Mini Ribbed Pumpkin Pattern is designed using Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick, a size 6 (super bulky) yarn. My favorite colors for fall are Pumpkin, Mustard, and Butterscotch, but the beautiful variegated colorways also create stunning pumpkins with very little effort.
One of the things I love most about this pattern is how versatile it is. While Wool-Ease Thick & Quick is my go-to choice, you can easily experiment with other yarns to create different textures and finished sizes.
Below are the suppliers I recommend:
Lion Brand Yarn
Amazon
Yarn Alternatives
If you’d like to try a different yarn, keep in mind that your finished pumpkin size may vary depending on the yarn and hook you choose. The most important thing is maintaining a nice, tight stitch to help prevent the Poly-fil from showing through.
Some of my favorite alternatives include:
Cover Story™ Lazy Days Thick & Quick® Yarn
Bernat Maker (2strands held together)
Lion Brand Yarn Hue + Me (2 strands held together)
I also love holding two strands of worsted weight or bulky yarn together to create a completely different look. In the photo below, I used two strands of Lion Brand Hue + Me in the colors Mustard, Macchiato, Saffron, and Fatigues. The finished pumpkins worked up slightly larger, but I used the same hook size listed in the pattern.
Sizing
The written instructions create a mini pumpkin approximately 12–13 inches in circumference and 2 inches tall (before adding the stem). One of the best things about this pattern is how easy it is to customize by adjusting the stitch and row counts.
Use the guide below to create different pumpkin shapes and sizes, then simply follow the remainder of the pattern using your adjusted stitch and row counts.
| Shape | How to Adjust | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Mini (As Written) | Follow the pattern as written. | Approx. 12–13″ circumference |
| Custom Height | Add or subtract foundation chains. | Adjusts height. |
| Custom Circumference | Add or subtract rows (end on an odd row). | Adjusts width. |
| Different Yarn | Adjust hook size as needed. | Changes finished size and texture. |
Gauge | Working in Rows
8 sts × 10 rows of sc in BLO = 3.5″ × 3.5″ using an L Hook.
Gauge isn’t critical for this pattern and may vary depending on your yarn choice and personal tension. The most important thing is maintaining a nice, tight stitch to help keep the Poly-fil from showing through.
Stem Ideas for Your Crochet Mini Ribbed Pumpkins
One of the easiest options is to use small wooden branches found outdoors. Simply give them a good wash and allow them to dry completely before using them. Cinnamon sticks and wine corks also make great pumpkin stems. If you’d rather skip the hunt, you can purchase natural wooden sticks Amazon—just be sure to check the dimensions carefully before ordering.
Another one of my favorite options is using vegan leather or Ultrasuede® tags as decorative stems. They add a modern touch while giving each pumpkin a polished, finished look.
If you’d like to learn more, check out my Crochet Tags & Labels 101 guide, where I share my favorite tags, where I buy them, and how I attach them to my crochet projects.
The custom Ultrasuede® logo tags, used as the pumpkin stems below, are from Angie & Britt, who also offer seasonal leaves and other decorative tag designs.
The vegan leather leaves and “Give Thanks” tags shown below are from Savlabot.
Video Instructions
Prefer to crochet along with a video? Watch the full step-by-step tutorial for the Crochet Mini Ribbed Pumpkin Pattern below, then scroll down for the complete written pattern and printable instructions.
Skill Level
Advanced Beginner
Stitch Key | US Terms
- beg — beginning
- blo — back loop only
- ch(s) — chain / chains
- sc — single crochet
- slst — slip stitch
- st(s) — stitch / stitches
✂️ Materials & Supplies Needed
Grab all the supplies you need in one convenient place:
- Yarn: Size 6 Super Bulky Yarn — I prefer Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick (results will vary depending on the yarn used)
- Approximate Yardage: 20 yards
- Crochet Hook: Size L/11 (8mm) Hook (or size needed to meet gauge)
- Notions: Tapestry Needle, Flexible Measuring Tape, Poly-Fil (or extra yarn for filling)
- Stem: Dried Branch (attach with craft glue or a hot glue gun)
- Optional Embellishments: Ribbon and/or floral embellishments
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.
Your Crochet Mini Ribbed Pumpkin is finished! 🎉 If you make this pattern, I’d love to see your creations. Be sure to tag me @simplymadebyerin on social media so I can admire your beautiful pumpkins!
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