Crochet Autumn Tree Wall Hanging Pattern

Materials

• DK cotton yarn – dark brown 150–200 g
• DK cotton yarn – medium brown 50 g
• DK cotton yarn – rust red 60–80 g
• DK cotton yarn – burnt orange 60–80 g
• DK cotton yarn – mustard gold 50–70 g
• DK cotton yarn – olive green 50–70 g
• DK cotton yarn – beige / oatmeal 40–50 g
• Small amount black and cream yarn owl details
• 3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook 1
• Fiberfill small amount
• Yarn needle 1
• Scissors 1 pair
• Stitch markers optional
• Wooden beads optional
• Wooden wall peg or hanging hook 1

Abbreviations – US Terms

Finished Size

Approximately 65 cm wide × 90 cm tall / 26 × 35 in, including the hanging loop and dangling roots.

Because every branch is positioned individually, the dimensions can easily be adjusted to fit your wall.

Construction Overview

The wall hanging is assembled from several separate crochet components:

1. Long textured tree trunk.
2. Large and small brown branches.
3. Maple and oak-style autumn leaves.
4. Small berry clusters.
5. Crochet acorns.
6. Two dimensional pumpkins.
7. Mini woodland owl.
8. Decorative roots and hanging loop.

Make all pieces first, arrange them on a flat surface, then join them securely into one wall hanging.

Part 1 – Main Tree Trunk

With dark brown yarn, ch 110.

Row 1

Starting in the second chain from hook, sc across.

Row 2

Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across.

Rows 3–5

Repeat Row 2.

FO, leaving a long tail.

Make 3–5 long strips using slightly different chain lengths between 95 and 120 chains.

Part 2 – Branches

Create branches in several lengths.

Large Branch

Ch 55.

Starting in second chain, sl st or sc across.

Medium Branch

Ch 35–45.

Sc across.

Small Branch

Ch 18–30.

Sc across.

Make approximately 12–16 branches in mixed lengths.

For thicker branches, crochet two rows of sc or make two cords and twist them together.

Part 3 – Branch Forks

To make the tree look natural, some branches should divide into smaller twigs.

Join brown yarn approximately halfway along a finished branch.

Ch 12–20.

Sl st back down the chain.

FO.

Add one or two twig extensions to selected branches.

Part 4 – Maple-Style Leaf

With rust, red, mustard or olive yarn:

Ch 13.

Starting in second chain from hook:

sl st, sc, hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc, sc.

At the end work 3 sc.

Continue along the opposite side with the mirrored stitch sequence.

Join with sl st.

Part 5 – Leaf Lobes

Work around the leaf edge to create the characteristic autumn points.

Repeat sections of:

sc, hdc, dc, ch 3, sl st in first ch, dc, hdc, sc.

Create approximately 5 main points around each leaf.

At the top, make the center point slightly longer with ch 4 instead of ch 3.

Part 6 – Leaf Veins

Join yarn at the bottom center of the leaf.

Surface crochet slip stitches along the center toward the tip.

Use a yarn needle to add two or three diagonal side veins if desired.

Leave a short yarn tail at the base to act as the leaf stem.

Part 7 – Small Oak-Style Leaves

Ch 15.

Starting in the second chain:

sl st, sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc along the foundation.

Work around the opposite side.

On the final round create rounded lobes with:

[sc, hdc, 2 dc, hdc, sc]

at several points around the leaf.

Add a surface crochet center vein.

Leaf Quantity

For a full tree similar to the inspiration, make approximately:

• 8–10 rust/red leaves
• 7–9 mustard leaves
• 8–10 olive leaves
• 4–6 smaller mixed-color leaves

You can add more if you prefer a fuller tree.

Part 8 – Autumn Berries

With red, orange or mustard yarn:

Round 1

Make a MR and work 6 sc into the ring.

Round 2

2 sc in each st around. 12 sts.

Round 3

Sc around.

Round 4

Sc2tog around.

Add a tiny amount of fiberfill before closing.

FO and pull closed.

Part 9 – Berry Clusters

Make approximately 25–35 berries in rust, red and mustard.

Group them in clusters of 2–4.

Attach each berry to a thin brown crochet chain approximately 4–8 cm long.

Join several stems together before attaching them to the tree branches.

Part 10 – Crochet Acorn

With beige yarn:

Round 1

MR, 6 sc.

Round 2

Inc around. 12 sts.

Round 3

[1 sc, inc] around. 18 sts.

Rounds 4–7

Sc around.

Round 8

[1 sc, dec] around.

Add a small amount of fiberfill.

Round 9

Dec around and close.

Part 11 – Acorn Cap

With dark brown yarn:

MR, 6 sc.

Round 2: inc around.

Round 3: [sc, inc] around.

Round 4: sc around.

FO.

Sew the cap onto the beige acorn body.

Add a small brown chain stem at the top.

Make approximately 5–7 acorns.

Part 12 – Large Pumpkin

With burnt orange yarn:

Ch 25.

Row 1

Hdc in second chain and across.

Rows 2–22

Ch 1, turn.

Work hdc in the back loop only across.

This creates vertical ridges.

FO, leaving a long tail.

Part 13 – Shape the Pumpkin

Join the first and last rows to create a tube.

Using the yarn tail, weave around one open end and pull tightly closed.

Add fiberfill.

Close the opposite end.

Pass a long yarn strand through the center several times, pulling gently to flatten the pumpkin and emphasize the ridges.

Part 14 – Small Pumpkin

Repeat the same method using:

Ch 17 and approximately 16 rows.

Use mustard yarn for the smaller pumpkin.

Add a short dark brown crochet stem to both pumpkins.

Part 15 – Mini Woodland Owl Body

With beige yarn:

Round 1

MR, 6 sc.

Round 2

Inc around. 12 sts.

Round 3

[1 sc, inc] around. 18 sts.

Rounds 4–8

Sc around.

Round 9

[1 sc, dec] around.

Add fiberfill.

Round 10

Dec around and close.

Part 16 – Owl Eyes

Make two cream circles.

MR, 6 sc.

Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch.

FO.

Sew both circles onto the upper body.

Add small black centers using embroidery or tiny crochet circles.

Embroider a small orange triangular beak between the eyes.

Part 17 – Owl Wings & Ears

For each wing:

Ch 6.

Work sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc along the chain.

Make two and sew to the sides.

For the small ear points, attach brown yarn at each upper corner and work:

ch 3, sl st back to the body.

Part 18 – Decorative Roots

At the bottom of the trunk, leave several brown strips extending downward.

Separate them into approximately 5–7 roots.

Allow the roots to curve slightly instead of hanging perfectly straight.

Attach small leaves and wooden beads to selected root ends.

Part 19 – Hanging Loop

With brown yarn, ch approximately 30–35.

Sl st back across the chain for extra strength.

Fold into a loop.

Sew securely behind the top of the trunk.

The loop should be strong enough to support the complete decoration.

Part 20 – Arrange the Tree

Lay all pieces on a large flat surface before sewing.

Place the twisted trunk vertically in the center.

Position the largest branches first.

Create approximately:

• 3–4 branches toward the upper left
• 3–4 branches toward the upper right
• 2–3 middle branches on each side
• 2–3 lower branches

Keep the arrangement slightly asymmetrical for a natural tree shape.

Part 21 – Attach the Branches

Use dark brown yarn and a yarn needle.

Sew the first 5–8 cm of each branch securely to the trunk.

Allow the outer portion of the branch to remain slightly flexible.

Cross some smaller branches over larger branches to create depth.

Part 22 – Add the Leaves

Start with the largest leaves.

Sew each leaf to a branch only at the stem and lower center vein.

Leave the pointed edges free.

Mix rust, mustard and olive leaves throughout the tree.

Rotate the leaves in different directions so they appear naturally scattered.

Part 23 – Add Acorns and Berries

Hang the acorns from selected branches using short brown stems.

Add berry clusters between the leaves.

Use the brightest red and orange berries near the middle and upper branches to create small focal points.

Avoid filling every empty space.

Part 24 – Position the Pumpkins

Place the large orange pumpkin on one lower-middle branch.

Position the smaller mustard pumpkin beside it.

Sew them securely through the back of the pumpkin into the branch.

Keep the front stitches hidden.

Part 25 – Position the Owl

Place the owl on a sturdy middle branch.

Sew the bottom of the body firmly to the branch.

Add one or two hidden stitches through the back of the owl into a nearby twig if extra stability is needed.

Part 26 – Final Shaping

Lightly steam or wet-block the individual leaves if needed.

Curve some leaf tips slightly forward.

Adjust the branches so they spread naturally.

Allow some berries and acorns to hang freely.

Gently shape the pumpkins with your fingers.

Color Palette Ideas

Classic Autumn: rust, pumpkin orange, mustard, olive and chocolate brown.

Vintage Fall: burgundy, muted gold, moss green, oatmeal and dark brown.

Neutral Woodland: cream, camel, taupe, sage and walnut brown.

Deep Forest: forest green, burnt orange, wine red and espresso brown.

Thanksgiving: pumpkin, cranberry, golden yellow, olive and warm beige.

Ways to Customize Your Autumn Tree

• Add more pumpkins to the lower branches.
• Add tiny crochet mushrooms.
• Replace the owl with a small fox or squirrel.
• Add embroidered leaf veins.
• Add wooden beads between the dangling roots.
• Make several leaves in two-tone colors.
• Add tiny pinecones.
• Create a smaller version for a front door.
• Add a few cream leaves for a softer neutral palette.

Displaying the Wall Hanging

Hang the finished tree from a sturdy wooden wall peg or decorative hook.

Because the design is dimensional, leave a little space around it rather than surrounding it with other busy decorations.

A cream, beige or warm neutral wall provides beautiful contrast with the autumn colors.

Care Instructions

Dust gently with a soft cloth or low-power handheld vacuum.

If washing is necessary, hand wash individual removable elements in cool water.

Avoid machine washing the fully assembled wall hanging.

Reshape leaves and branches while damp and allow them to dry completely flat.