Faux Fur Pumpkin - Free Crochet Pattern

It almost doesn’t feel right to think about Fall decor already. As makers, we need to start getting our stock ready now. These pumpkins take less than 30 minutes and they are a must-have for Fall this year! Pumpkins are my top sellers every year. The possibilities are endless. You can dress the pumpkin up with ribbon, twine, faux leather stems, raffia or my favorite, cinnamon sticks!

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This pattern is written to use specifically with faux fur yarn. If you are new to working with furry yarn, click here to learn some helpful tips.

Materials:
• 7mm Crochet Hook
• Faux Fur Yarn
• Stitch Markers
• Tapestry Needle
• Polyfil Stuffing
• Scissors
• Faux Leather or Cinnamon Stick
• Leather Hole Punch (if you are using faux leather)
• Twine, Ribbon or Raffia
• Small amount of coordinating worsted weight yarn for closing the pumpkin

Abbreviations:
Rnd(s) - Round(s)
MC - Magic Circle
Dec - Decrease
Inc - Increase (2 sc in same st)
Sl St - Slip Stitch
F/O - Fasten Off
St(s) - Stitch(es)
HDC - Half Double Crochet
Sp(s) - Space(s)
Sk - Skip
YO - Yarn Over

Yarn:
WeCrochet Fable Fur Yarn
100% Polyester Light Weight Super Bulky #6 Plush Yarn
• Volpe

Gauge is not important for this project. The final product will vary depending on the yarn, hook and tension. Faux fur yarn works best for this pattern. The stuffing will likely show through using this pattern with a different type of yarn.

Approximate Size: 3.5" tall x 5.5" wide

Comparable Yarn Substitutions:
• Yarn Bee Fur the Moment (7mm hook)
• Go For Faux Yarn (7mm hook)

Notes
This is a beginner pattern, some experience would be helpful. However, reach out with any questions or concerns. Please read through the entire pattern before beginning. This pattern is written in US terminology. It is made in continuous rounds. Do not ch 1 or sl st at the end of each round unless instructed to do so. Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round. Stitch count is in ( ) at the end of each round. Make sure your count is correct before moving to the next round.

This pattern is for personal use only. Please do not copy, share, translate or reproduce this pattern. You are welcome to sell finished items from this pattern, but please give me credit (Krissy of Loopsy Daisy Crafts + Designs). I would love to see your finished pieces. Please tag me with @loopsydaisycrafts and use #loopsydaisycrafts on social media. For any questions or concerns regarding the pattern, please email hello@loopsydaisycrafts.com

Let’s get started!

Pumpkin
Starting from the bottom and working up to the top. The pumpkin will be worked in hdc sts.
Rnd 1: hdc 8 in mc (8 sts)
Rnd 2: inc x 8 (16 sts)
Rnd 3: [hdc, inc] x 8 (24 sts)
Rnd 4: [3 hdc, inc] x 6 (30 sts)
Rnd 5-8: hdc in each st (30 sts) •• 4 rnds ••
Rnd 9: [3 hdc, dec] x 6 (24 sts)
Rnd 10: [1 hdc, dec] x 8 (16 sts)
*Start stuffing
Rnd 11: dec x 8 (8 sts)

Sl st and cut yarn. Hide the tail inside and stuff the pumpkin. Cut a scrap piece of worsted weight yarn in a coordinating color approximately 36” long. Weave the scrap yarn in and out every couple of sts on rnd 11 at the top of the pumpkin to cinch. Repeat a couple times, then gently pull both strands to begin closing while leaving a small hole for a cinnamon stick or faux leather stem. If you are using a cinnamon stick, go ahead and place one in the top. Once the cinnamon stick is in place, continue pulling the yarn to cinch the hole around the center. Tie the yarn in a triple knot to secure and hide inside the pumpkin. The hole should be snug against the cinnamon stick but not too tight.

Tie some twine, ribbon or raffia to the cinnamon stick and you are finished!

** I do not like to use hot glue to permanently secure the cinnamon stick because I like to have the option to replace the stick once the scent fades. It is also easier to store away without the stick so it doesn’t break and make a mess all over the pumpkin. This is personal preference.

If you would rather use faux leather for the stem, I like to cut a piece approximately 4.5” tall x .75” wide for this size pumpkin. Punch a small hole in each end of the leather strip just big enough for your yarn needle and yarn to go through.

Take the yarn needle with the scrap yarn still threaded and go through one end of the leather, fold in half and go through the other hole on the leather and come out of rnd 11. Weave the yarn around rnd 11 a few times to ensure the hole stays closed. Pull the hole snug but not too tight. Tie the yarn in a triple knot to secure and hide inside the pumpkin.

Your pumpkin is finished!

These are so fun to make. It’s hard to make just one. They are perfect for markets since they are quick to make. I hope you enjoy making pumpkins! Let me know in the comments which color you plan to use! I would love to see your makes. Tag me on social media @loopsydaisycrafts and use #loopsydaisycrafts.

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