Easy Crochet Pumpkin Stack – Free Beginner Pattern in 3 Sizes
These easy crochet pumpkin patterns include three sizes, small, medium, and large so that you can create a whole set or a cute pumpkin stack for your autumn decorations. I have also included several fun ideas on what you can create using these SUPER EASY Crochet Pumpkin patterns
A crochet pumpkin is one of the easiest fall projects you can make. And my Method is SUPER FAST
Whether you want rustic farmhouse accents, cozy Halloween vibes, or a unique Thanksgiving centerpiece, these pumpkins work up fast and look great in any yarn and color.
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Free EASY Crochet Pumpkin Patterns
🎃This FREE crochet pattern includes three pumpkin sizes (small, medium, large). Each pumpkin is crocheted in rows, folded into a tube, stuffed, and finished with a stem and leaf. Beginner-friendly, quick to make, and perfect for fall.🎃
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Pumpkin Crochet Pattern Summary
What is the easiest way to crochet a pumpkin?
Crochet a rectangle using half double crochet in the back loop only, sew it into a tube, gather the ends, stuff, and cinch.
What yarn works best for crochet pumpkins?
Aran or worsted-weight yarn holds shape best, but any yarn weight works if you adjust your hook. I LOVE Yarnsmiths snug as a bug super chunky yarn
- How do you make a crochet pumpkin stack?
I used 2 FULL 300grms balls of Snug as a bug super chunky yarn, Crochet one pumpkin in each size (small, medium, large) using this free pattern. - Stack them from largest to smallest to create a tiered tower.
- Secure the pumpkins with hot glue, wooden skewers, or a dowel, and add leaves or vines between layers for a finished look.
Can I make the pumpkin different sizes?
Yes, This free pattern includes small, medium, and large pumpkins with tips for resizing.
All sizes of the crochet pumpkin are worked the same way:
- Crochet a rectangle in rows using half double crochet in the back loop only.
- Fold the rectangle in half and seam the short edges together to form a tube.
- Gather the top of the pumpkin by weaving the yarn through the row ends and pulling tightly.
- Stuff firmly with fiberfill (or yarn scraps) to shape.
- Close the bottom by weaving the yarn through the stitches and pulling tight.
- (Optional) Cinch yarn through the center a few times to define ridges, then add a stem and leaves.
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THE EASIEST WAY TO Finish off a crochet Pumpkin!
This is such an easy way to finish the pumpkin, finishing of pumpkins using a button
**Watch the short video below (you will need ads enabled to view the how-to video) to see how to finish off your pumpkin super FAST and EASY method – for the LARGER pumpkins use a straight knitting needle (one with STOPS with your yarn attached to it and poke through to the other side, and draw the yarn through!
I use this to create a secure STACK of pumpkins drawing through each one top to bottom!
- take your yarn length that you left after finishing off, sewing seams and top and bottom together
- Take your remaining yarn and Thread through the center of your pumpkin
- Thread a button onto the needle and thread and push down the button to the center, PULL REALLY tightly, (you will see the pumpkin taking shape)
- once you are happy with the shape of the pumpkin, wind the remaining yarn around the button to secure , weave in and out around the button to secure, and fasten off.
I used Chunky Blanket Yarn (Chunky 5) (*AF) For the 3 sizes I used a total of 2 Balls of this yarn,
What You’ll Need to Crochet Pumpkins
- Yarn: Bulky/Chunky weight (#5) yarn for a thick, cozy pumpkin that holds its shape.
- Approximate amounts:
- Small: 20–25 yds
- Medium: 35–45 yds
- Large: 60–80 yds
- Optional contrast yarn in brown or green (#5 or lighter) for stems and leaves (10–15 yds).
- Approximate amounts:
- Hook: 6.0 mm (J/10) crochet hook (adjust if your stitches are loose).
- Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill or scrap yarn.
- (Optional: add a small washer, flat pebble, or rice pouch at the bottom for weight).
- Yarn needle (for seaming and gathering)
- Scissors
- Stitch marker (optional, for counting rows)
- OPTIONAL: Some Scented FALL cinnamon sticks to place into the middle of the Top of the Pumpkins to add a lovely autum fragrance around the home
- Gauge (not critical): ~11 hdc x 8 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in hdc BLO with 6.0 mm hook.
- Fabric should feel firm so stuffing doesn’t peek out.
- Finished Sizes (after stuffing):
- Small: ~4.5″ tall x 7″ around
- Medium: ~6″ tall x 10″ around
- Large: ~7.5″ tall x 13″ around
Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- hdc BLO – half double crochet in back loop only
- sc2tog – single crochet 2 together (decrease)
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- rep – repeat
- RS/WS – right side / wrong side
Notes
- All pumpkins are made the same way — you’ll just adjust the foundation chain (height) and the number of rows (circumference) for each size.
- The stem is made the same way for every size. To adjust, simply change your starting chain.
(For a shorter stem, chain fewer; for a longer stem, chain more.)
Small Crochet Pumpkin Pattern
Foundation Chain
Ch 15
Row 1: Sl st into the 2nd ch from the hook, hdc in the next 12 sts, sl st into the last st. Ch 1, turn. (14 sts)
Row 2: Working in back loops only: sl st in first st, hdc in next 12 sts, sl st in last st. Ch 1, turn. (14 sts)
Rows 3–15: Rep Row 2.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly
Or choose the Button method explained in the video above
- Fold the rectangle in half lengthways and seam the short edges together to form a tube.
- With yarn needle and tail, weave through the stitches at one end and pull tight to close. Secure.
- Stuff the pumpkin firmly until you are happy with the shape (do not overstuff or it will become a ball).
- At the other end, weave through the stitches and pull tight to close. Secure.
- Optional: Use yarn to cinch down through the center several times to create pumpkin ridges.
Small Crochet Leaf Pattern
Hook: 5.5 mm (I/9)
Yarn: 2 strands of DK (#4) yarn held together
Round 1: Ch 4, work 15 dc into the first ch from the hook. Ch 3, sl st into the beginning ch to finish the round.
Round 2: Sl st up 3 sts along the starting ch from Round 1.
- 3 trc in first st, 2 trc in next st,
- dc in next 2 sts,
- hdc in next 3 sts,
- (dc, ch 1, dc) in next st (this makes the point of the leaf),
- hdc in next 3 sts,
- dc in next 2 sts,
- 2 trc in next st, 3 trc in last st.
Working into the last trc’s post, sl st down the post and sl st to join at the top of the previous row to finish.
Fasten off and sew onto pumpkin next to stem.
Basic SMALL vine Stem Pattern
Hook: 5.5 mm (I/9)
Yarn: 2 strands of DK (#4) yarn held together in brown or green
- Ch 11
- Work 2 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook, and 2 sc into each stitch back along the chain.
- Fasten off and sew securely to the top of the pumpkin.
Medium Pumpkin Crochet Pattern
Foundation Chain
Ch 27
Row 1: Sl st into the 2nd and 3rd ch from the hook, hdc in the next 20 sts, sl st in the last 2 sts. Ch 1, turn. (26 sts)
Row 2: Working in back loops only: sl st in first 2 sts, hdc in next 20 sts, sl st in last 2 sts. Ch 1, turn. (26 sts)
Rows 3–26: Rep Row 2.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly
Or choose the Button method explained in the video above
- Fold the rectangle in half lengthways and sew the short edges together to make a tube.
- With yarn needle and tail, weave through the stitches at one end and pull tight to close. Secure.
- Stuff firmly until you’re happy with the shape. (Don’t overstuff or you’ll lose the pumpkin look.)
- Weave through the stitches at the other end and pull tight to close. Secure.
- Optional: Cinch yarn through the center a few times to create pumpkin ridges.
Medium Crochet Leaf Pattern
Hook: 5.5 mm (I/9)
Yarn: 2 strands of DK (#4) yarn held together
Row 1: Ch 4, work 15 dc into the first ch from the hook. Sl st into the top of the beginning ch to finish.
Row 2: Ch 3, working into the base of the starting ch:
- 3 trc in first st, 2 trc in next st
- dc in next 2 sts
- hdc in next 3 sts
- (dc, ch 1, dc) in next st (leaf point)
- hdc in next 3 sts
- dc in next 2 sts
- 2 trc in next st, 3 trc in last st
- Ch 3, sl st down the last post, sl st to join at top of row.
Row 3: Working back up the opposite side:
- Sl st to top of beginning st
- 2 sc in first st, 3 hdc in next st
- hdc in next 8 sts
- dc in next st
- (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) in next st (leaf point)
- dc in next st
- hdc in next 8 sts
- 3 hdc in next st, 2 sc in last st
- Sl st to top of row 2.
Continue with sl sts down the side to the starting point. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Medium Crochet Curly Stem Pattern
Hook: 5.5 mm (I/9)
Yarn: Bulky (#5) or 2 strands of DK held together in brown
Row 1: Ch 15.
Row 2: Work 2 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook, and 2 sc into each ch across. (28 sts)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly:
- Roll the strip tightly into a stem shape.
- Stitch along the side edge to hold it in place.
- Sew securely to the top of the pumpkin.
Large Crochet Pumpkin Pattern
Foundation Chain
Ch 37
Row 1: Sl st into the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th ch from the hook, hdc in the next 30sts, sl st in the last st. Ch 1, turn. (36sts)
Row 2: Working in back loops only: sl st in first 3 sts, hdc in next 30 sts, sl st in last 3 sts. Ch 1, turn. (36 sts)
Rows 3–33: Rep Row 2.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly
Or choose the Button method explained in the video above
- Fold the rectangle in half lengthways and seam the short edges to form a tube.
- With yarn needle and tail, weave through the stitches at one end and pull tight to close. Secure.
- Stuff firmly until you are happy with the shape (don’t overstuff or it will round out into a ball).
- Weave through the stitches at the other end and pull tight to close. Secure.
- Optional: Cinch yarn through the center several times to create pumpkin ridges.
Large Crochet Leaf Pattern
Hook: 5.5 mm (I/9)
Yarn: 2 strands of DK (#4) yarn held together
Row 1: Ch 4, work 15 dc into the first ch from the hook. Ch 3, sl st into the beginning ch to finish.
Row 2: Ch 3, then work:
- 3 trc in first st, 2 trc in next st
- dc in next 2 sts
- hdc in next 3 sts
- (dc, ch 1, dc) in next st (leaf point)
- hdc in next 3 sts
- dc in next 2 sts
- 2 trc in next st, 3 trc in last st
- Ch 3, sl st into the last chain of the previous round, sl st to join at start of Row 2.
Row 3: Slip stitch back up the chain to the top, then:
- 2 sc in first st, 3 hdc in next st
- hdc in next 7 sts
- dc in next 2 sts
- (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) in next st (leaf point)
- dc in next 2 sts
- hdc in next 7 sts
- 3 hdc in next st, 2 sc in last st
- Sl st down the chain and sl st to join at the top of Row 2.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Row 1: Ch any length (longer chain = longer vine).
Row 2: Work 3 sc into the 2nd ch from hook, then 3 sc into each chain across. The vine will curl naturally.
Fasten off and sew next to stem.
Large Crochet Pumpkin Stem Pattern ( make 3)
Hook: 5.5 mm (I/9)
Yarn: Bulky (#5) yarn or 2 strands of DK (#4) yarn held together in brown
Row 1: Ch 19.
Row 2: Work 2 sc into the 2nd ch from hook, then 2 sc into each ch across. (36 sts)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly:
- Roll the strip tightly into a stem shape.
- Stitch along the side edge to secure the roll.
- Sew firmly to the top of the pumpkin.
(Tip: For an even chunkier stem, add 1–2 more chains at the start. For a shorter stem, reduce the starting chain.)
Customization Ideas for Fall Home Decor
Your crochet pumpkins don’t need to be orange! Try these fun variations:
- Colors: White pumpkins for farmhouse décor, striped pumpkins for Halloween, or jewel tones for Thanksgiving tablescapes.
- Yarn types: Velvet or chenille yarn for soft, plush pumpkins. Tweed or rustic cotton for farmhouse vibes.
- Size adjustments: Change your starting chain for a taller/shorter pumpkin, or add/remove rows for slimmer or chonkier shapes.
- Stems: Use cinnamon sticks, twigs, or jute-wrapped dowels instead of crochet stems for a natural touch.
- Finishes: Add twine bows, felt leaves, or fairy lights around your pumpkin display.
Variations you can make
- Mini Pumpkins: Use a smaller hook and lighter yarn (DK or sport weight) for cute tabletop accents.
- Oversized Pumpkin: Try super bulky (#6) yarn and a bigger hook to create a cozy, oversized pumpkin pillow.
- Pumpkin Set: Mix and match small, medium, and large pumpkins for a stacked centerpiece or a shelf display.
That’s it — your Crochet Pumpkins are ready to go! You now have three sizes (small, medium, large) with matching stems, leaves, and optional curly vines, perfect for decorating your home this fall.
These pumpkins are beginner-friendly, quick to make, and endlessly customizable.
They also make great stash-busters and make thoughtful, handmade gifts
Want to make a crochet pumpkin stack? Simply crochet one large, one medium, and one small pumpkin using this free pattern. Stack them together from biggest to smallest to create a tiered centerpiece.
Crochet Pumpkin Stack (How to Create a Pumpkin Stack)
How to assemble:
- Place the medium pumpkin on top of the large, and the small on top of the medium.
- Secure with wooden dowels, skewers, or hot glue if you want them fixed in place.
- Add extra leaves, curly vines, or twine bows between pumpkins for a festive finish.
This makes a perfect fall table centerpiece, porch decoration, or Halloween display.
I’d love to see your pumpkins! Share your makes in the comments or tag me #lisaauchcrochet on social media.
Remember to pin this pattern to Pinterest so you can come back to it every autumn.
Happy crocheting, and happy fall! 🍂🎃
If you’ve loved making these Crochet Pumpkins, don’t stop here! Keep the cozy fall crocheting going with my other free fall and Halloween crochet patterns:
Crochet Pumpkin Hat for Babies – Adorable newborn pumpkin baby hat.
Halloween Baby Booties – fun and cosy footwear
Crochet Pumpkin Garland – A string of fun-faced pumpkin appliques perfect for mantel or table décor.
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