I COULD NOT wait to share this super easy and super cute pattern with y’all. It’s perfect for my maker friends that are looking for quick FALL decor ideas. You can learn to crochet the Knotty Punkin’ with the FREE pattern below!!
Inspiration
Crochet pumpkin patterns are one of my most favorite things to crochet for the Fall season, especially quick and easy ones. Fortunately this is a simple pattern that just came to me while I was designing a block for one of my SASSy Baby Blankets the other day. I love it when easy designs like this fall right into my lap but that definitely doesn’t happen very often!!
Whether you are looking for a quick and easy pattern when market prepping or are in need for a super cute gift the Knotty Punkin’ pattern is a perfect make this Fall season.
Design Details
If you know how to single crochet and make the Popcorn stitch then you can make your very own Knotty Punkin’. This DIY pumpkin pattern is a great stash buster as it only uses a little over 100 yards of yarn and it only takes about 45 minutes or less to whip one of these cuties up.
Although the pattern calls for #4 worsted weight yarn I must admit that I’ve made them using all kinds of different yarns. In fact, my favorite ones are the velvet ones!!
To finish off the Knotty Punkin’ I like to use real sticks and raffia but wine corks or cinnamon sticks make great alternatives too!!
Where To Get The Knotty Punkin’ PDF
You can purchase the detailed PDF of this DIY pumpkin pattern on Ravelry or Etsy. The detailed version includes the written pattern and a photo tutorial for the popcorn stitch and how to finish the pumpkin.
You don’t crochet?? No worries!! The finished pumpkins are also available on Etsy. If you need a color not shown in my Etsy shop just let me know. Custom orders are encouraged!
FREE Knotty Punkin’ Crochet Pattern ~ BASIC Version
Pattern Notes
- Beginner pattern
- Written in US crochet terms
- GAUGE: 12 SC x 15 rows = 4 x 4 inches although it isn’t essential
- Finished size: 4.5” tall x 6.5” across (without stem)
- I use a size “K” hook but I do crochet tighter than most, some of my testers had to go down a hook size so that the stuffing didn’t show through.
Stitch Key
- Ch = Chain stitch
- SC = Single Crochet
- Popcorn Stitch = PS (see below)
- sl st = slip stitch
What you will need to make a Knotty Punkin’
- Medium #4 Acrylic yarn (Appoximately 130 yds)
- 6.5 mm (K)
- Wooden stem (Wine cork or cinnamon stick)
- Yarn Needle
- Poly-fil
Instructions
Ch 46
Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook then SC in each Ch across. (45 SC), Ch 1, turn
Rows 2 – 4: SC in 1st stitch and in each stitch across, Ch 1, turn (45 SC)
Row 5: SC in first 4 stitches, PS in 5th stitch, *SC in next 8 stitches, PS in next stitch* repeat *-* 3 times, SC in last 4 stitches, Ch 1, turn (40 SC, 5 PS) ~~~(See notes for popcorn stitch in instructions)~~~
Rows 6 – 10: SC in 1st stitch and in each stitch across, Ch 1, turn (45 SC)
Row 11: Repeat Row 5
Rows 12 – 16: SC in 1st stitch and in each stitch across, Ch 1, turn (45 SC)
Row 17: Repeat Row 5
Rows 18 – 22: SC in 1st stitch and in each stitch across, Ch 1, turn (45 SC)
Row 23: Repeat Row 5
Rows 24 – 28: SC in 1st stitch and in each stitch across, Ch 1, turn (45 SC)
Row 29: Repeat Row 5
Rows 30 – 33: SC in 1st stitch and in each stitch across, Ch 1, turn (45 SC)
Finishing Pumpkin
DO NOT finish off. Fold in half so that the short sides meet and the wrong side is out (knots are on the inside). Sl st together.
Finish off and leave a very long tail (about 6 feet) for sewing up the ends and making the indentions.
Then, turn the pumpkin right side out (knots on the outside now). Using the long tail, thread your needle and make a running stitch through the outermost row of stitches on one end. Pull the yarn tightly to gather together then tie a knot to secure the closure. I did not cut the yarn here. Pull the tail through the inside then stuff the pumpkin with Poly-fil and close the other end the same way as the first.
Using the same tail, I made the indentions. Put the yarn on the outside of the pumpkin spacing evenly between the knots then insert the needle through the middle and pull tight. Continue to wrap the yarn around the outside between each row of knots. Tie a knot and weave in the end.
Decorate the top however you like. I use hot glue and attach a real stem then I tie raffia onto the stem. Other fun options would be wine corks or cinnamon sticks!!
Checkout My Tester’s!
Take a look at some of my tester’s variations!!! They’re all so beautiful!!
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I hope that you enjoy using the Free Knotty Punkin’ pattern to make your very own Knotty Punkin’!!
Angie 🤍🤍🤍🤍
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