This rustic crochet pumpkin is made with T-shirt yarn and works up super quickly! Unlike crochet pumpkins worked in the round, this easy pumpkin is crocheted flat with no increasing or decreasing. Once you’ve finished the simple rectangle, just seam it together, stuff it, and add a small stick for the stem.
The back-loop slip stitches create a pretty knit-like texture, while the chunky T-shirt yarn gives the pumpkin its rustic look. The finished pumpkin measures approximately 5 inches wide × 3½ inches tall, making it a cute addition to your fall or Thanksgiving decor.
Make one on its own or crochet a whole autumn display! For a smaller pumpkin worked in the round, try my Mini Pumpkin Amigurumi Pattern. You can also pair your pumpkins with needle-felted leaves and acorns or my adorable little turkey pattern (aka. Mr. Gobble!) for Thanksgiving.
Rustic T-Shirt Yarn Crochet Pumpkin Pattern
Pattern Details
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: T-shirt yarn or super bulky weight yarn
- Yardage: Approximately 160 yd
- Hook: 12 mm (US 17)
- Finished size: Approximately 5 in. (12.7 cm) wide × 3½ in. (8.9 cm) tall
- Construction: Crocheted flat, then seamed and stuffed
Materials
- Approx. 160 yd T-shirt yarn or super bulky weight yarn (such as Lion Brand Lazy Days™ Thick & Quick®)
- 12 mm (US 17) crochet hook
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Small stick from the yard
- Scissors and yarn needle for finishing
This free crochet pattern is written in U.S. crochet terms and abbreviations. Stitch counts are provided at the end of each row to help you keep on track.
Helpful Crochet Resources: Refer to my Crochet Abbreviations and U.S. to U.K. Crochet Conversion Chart as you work through the pattern.
Crochet Pumpkin Instructions
Chain 13.
Row 1: Sl st in second chain from hook and in each chain across – 12 sts.
Row 2: Ch 1, sl st in the back loop only of each stitch across – 12 sts.
Rows 3 through 23: Repeat Row 2.
Fasten off, leaving a tail of about 20 in.
Finishing the Pumpkin
Fold the piece in half crosswise so that the beginning edge lines up with the finished edge of Row 23. Using a yarn needle and the remaining tail, whipstitch the edges together to form a cylinder. Do not fasten off.
On the side closest to your needle and tail, close one end of the cylinder by weaving the needle through the chain loops along the edge, as shown in the image below. Pull the tail tightly to close the hole.
Carefully push the needle through the hole and through to the other, open end of the cylinder. Stuff the pumpkin with fiberfill until you reach the desired fullness.
Close the remaining end by weaving the needle through the chain loops, but don’t pull it completely closed yet. Position a small stick through the opening to create the stem, then finish tightening the yarn around it. Weave in the yarn securely.
Did you enjoy making this T-shirt yarn crochet pumpkin? I’d love to see yours!
You May Also Enjoy These Free Crochet Patterns
- Mini Pumpkin Amigurumi Pattern
- Scary-Cute Halloween Ghost Pattern
- Cauldron Halloween Treat Holder Pattern
- Crochet Spider Pattern
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Thank you for posting this pumpkin pattern! I’ve made 4 ! Love them! Just wondering how can I secure the stick stem?
Thanks for sharing this wonderful creation. You prepared a yarn pumpkin, which really looks different and nice. These new things always give different look to our house without spending a penny. Your article inspires to create something new every time.
Cute idea! I love it!
Hi! Thanks for sharing the crochet pattern for Halloween candy corn treat bags. What a wonderful idea for candy and treats! I will be making these for my friends!