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Halloween Pumpkin Amigurumi Pattern

Halloween Pumpkin Amigurumi Pattern
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4-5 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Holiday Cheer

Festive fun for the season, bringing handmade magic to celebrations and creating new family traditions.

About This Halloween Pumpkin Amigurumi Pattern

This Halloween pumpkin pattern combines simple amigurumi techniques with creative face details and decorative drips to bring a spooky character to life. Working in the round with color changes between brown and orange yarn, you'll create a plump pumpkin body with carved-out features. The pattern includes detailed instructions for shaping the pumpkin with strategic stuffing techniques and finishing with a charming curved stalk.

Halloween Pumpkin Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

With 32 step-by-step photos guiding you through every stage, this pattern makes it easy to achieve professional-looking results. The finished pumpkin measures approximately 10cm tall when made with the recommended materials.

Why You'll Love This Halloween Pumpkin Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it captures the playful spirit of Halloween perfectly! The combination of the expressive face cutouts and the dripping details gives each pumpkin so much personality. I enjoy how the pattern allows for creative freedom with the drips while providing clear structure for the main body. The color-changing technique creates beautiful definition between the cap and body, and watching the pumpkin take shape as you stuff and sculpt it is incredibly satisfying. It's a project that feels special to make and brings joy to everyone who sees it.

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Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with this pumpkin pattern by trying different color combinations beyond the traditional orange and brown. Imagine creating a white pumpkin with grey accents for an elegant autumn aesthetic, or using deep burgundy and cream for a sophisticated vintage look. You could even make a whole pumpkin patch in varying sizes by adjusting your hook size and yarn weight.

For a spookier Halloween version, I sometimes add glow-in-the-dark yarn details to the eyes and drips, which creates an amazing effect when the lights go out. You can also customize the face by changing the placement of the eyes and nose openings, or creating different mouth shapes like smiles, fangs, or traditional jack-o-lantern grins.

Another fun variation I enjoy is adding embellishments like tiny crochet leaves around the stalk base, or creating a small crochet vine that wraps around the pumpkin. For kids, you can make the pumpkin extra friendly by skipping the drips and adding embroidered details like rosy cheeks or a stitched smile. The possibilities are endless, and each version brings its own personality to your seasonal decor collection!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not working in back loops only when instructed can eliminate the decorative ridge that separates the cap from the pumpkin body ✗ Stuffing too firmly or too loosely affects the pumpkin shape significantly; aim for a plump but not overstuffed appearance throughout ✗ Skipping the sculpting step with the threading technique prevents the authentic pumpkin segments from forming properly and creating realistic depth ✗ Rushing the drip details without varying chain lengths results in uniform drips that lack the organic melting appearance for best visual effect

Halloween Pumpkin Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own adorable Halloween pumpkin with this detailed crochet pattern! Perfect for fall decorating or as a festive gift, this spooky-cute pumpkin features expressive eyes, a carved nose, and fun dripping details that capture the essence of Halloween. With step-by-step photo instructions and clear written guidance, you'll craft a charming 10cm pumpkin complete with a textured stalk. Whether you're decorating your home for the season or making handmade gifts, this pattern brings Halloween magic to life stitch by stitch.

Intermediate 4-5 Hours

Materials Needed for Halloween Pumpkin Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Sport weight/4ply yarn Yarn Art Jeans (50g/160m) in orange, brown, and light brown colors

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 1.75mm
  • 02
    Fiberfill stuffing
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Embroidery and sewing needle
  • 05
    Pins for attaching details
  • 06
    Stitch markers

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— Pumpkin :

Info :

Start crocheting with brown thread

Round 1 :

8 sc in MR

Round 2 :

8 inc (16)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) * 8 (24)

Round 4 :

1 sc, inc, (2 sc, inc) * 7, 1 sc (32)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) * 8 (40)

Round 6 :

2 sc, inc, (4 sc, inc) * 7, 2 sc (48)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc) * 8 (56)

Round 8 :

3 sc, inc, (6 sc, inc) * 7, 3 sc (64)

Round 9 :

(7 sc, inc) * 8 (72)

Round 10-12 :

72 sc (3 rounds)

Info :

Change color to orange

Round 13 :

BLO: 72 sc

Round 14-27 :

72 sc (14 rounds)

Round 28 :

(7 sc, dec) * 8 (64)

Round 29 :

3 sc, dec, (6 sc, dec) * 7, 3 sc (56)

Round 30 :

(5 sc, dec) * 8 (48)

Round 31 :

2 sc, dec, (4 sc, dec) * 7, 2 sc (40)

Round 32 :

(3 sc, dec) * 8 (32)

Info :

Stuff the toy, spread the fiberfill inside from the center to the sides. Then add fiberfill if you need

Round 33 :

1 sc, dec, (2 sc, dec) * 7, 1 sc (24)

Round 34 :

(1 sc, dec) * 8 (16)

Round 35 :

8 dec (8)

Info :

Fasten off, leaving a long thread for the pumpkin lift

Infos :

Insert the thread into the needle. Insert the needle into the base of the pumpkin and exit from the opposite side, tighten the thread. Again insert the needle into the base of the pumpkin and exit from the opposite side, tighten the thread. Repeat twice. Fasten off, hide the yarn tail

— Face Details :

Info :

Go back to the 12th round, continue to sc on FLO using the brown thread (the tip of the hook is pointing down)

Round 1 :

72 sc

Round 2 :

26 sc, make chain 12, skip 8 sc, 4 sc, make chain 12, skip 8 sc, 26 sc (80)

Round 3 :

26 sc, 12 sc on the chain, 4 sc, 12 sc on the chain, 26 sc (80)

Round 4 :

80 sc

Round 5 :

37 sc, make chain 7, skip 8 sc, 35 sc (79)

Round 6 :

37 sc, 7 sc on the chain, 35 sc (79)

Infos :

Do not cut the thread. Next, we will crochet the drip on the pumpkin. Make chain 5, start to crochet on the second chain from the hook: 4 hdc, sl st to the next one, 2 sc. Make chain 6, start to crochet on the second chain from the hook: 5 hdc, sl st to the next one, 2 sc. Continue crocheting in a circle, alternating chains of different lengths from 3 to 7 ch. Fasten off, leaving a long thread for sewing

Info :

Use pins to secure the eyes, the nose and the drips on the pumpkin and sew

— Pumpkin Stalk :

Info :

Start crocheting with light brown thread

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR

Round 2 :

(1 sc, inc) * 3 (9)

Round 3-6 :

9 sc (4 rounds)

Round 7 :

4 sl st, 5 sc (9)

Round 8 :

9 sc

Round 9 :

4 sl st, 5 sc (9)

Round 10 :

9 sc

Round 11 :

(2 sc, inc) * 3 (12)

Round 12 :

12 sc

Round 13 :

(1 sc, inc) * 6 (18)

Round 14 :

18 sc

Round 15 :

(2 sc, inc) * 6 (24)

Round 16 :

24 sc

Infos :

Fill in the stalk with fiberfill. Fasten off, leaving a long thread for sewing. Sew the stalk to the pumpkin

Assembly Instructions

  • Stuff the pumpkin body firmly but not too tightly, spreading fiberfill from center to sides for even distribution.
  • After completing Round 35, use the long thread to create pumpkin segments by threading through the base and pulling tight to create definition.
  • Thread the needle through the pumpkin base from one side to the opposite side, pull tight to create indentations, and repeat twice more to form segments.
  • Stuff the stalk with fiberfill before closing, ensuring it maintains its curved shape from the slip stitch details.
  • Sew the completed stalk securely to the top center of the pumpkin using the long thread left for assembly.
  • Use pins to position the eyes, nose, and decorative drips before sewing them permanently to ensure proper placement.
  • Sew all face details and drips securely using matching thread, hiding all yarn tails inside the pumpkin body.

Important Notes

  • 💡Pay careful attention to the BLO instruction in Round 13 as this creates the ridge separating the cap from the pumpkin body
  • 💡When changing colors from brown to orange, ensure the transition is clean and the yarn tails are secured
  • 💡The sculpting technique with thread is essential for creating the pumpkin segments and should not be skipped
  • 💡Vary the chain lengths for the drips between 3 to 7 chains to create a natural melting appearance
  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of rounds especially during the face detail construction with chain spaces
  • 💡The slip stitches in the stalk create the curved characteristic shape, so work them loosely for best results

This delightful Halloween pumpkin pattern brings festive charm to your autumn decor with its expressive carved face and playful dripping details. The combination of simple amigurumi techniques and creative embellishments makes it an enjoyable project that results in a spooky-cute decoration perfect for the season. Whether displayed on a shelf, used as a centerpiece, or gifted to Halloween enthusiasts, this handmade pumpkin captures the magic of fall celebrations. 🎃 Happy crocheting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but your finished pumpkin will be a different size. If using thicker yarn, use a larger hook size accordingly. The pattern specifies sport weight yarn with a 1.75mm hook for a 10cm tall pumpkin.

How do I create the pumpkin segments?

After completing the pumpkin body, thread a needle with the long tail and insert it through the base, exiting from the opposite side. Pull tight to create an indentation, then repeat this process twice more to form the characteristic pumpkin segments.

What if I want to make the drips uniform instead of varied?

While the pattern suggests varying chain lengths from 3 to 7 for a natural look, you can certainly make them uniform by choosing one chain length and repeating it around the entire face for a more stylized appearance.

Can I make this pumpkin without the face details?

Absolutely! You can skip the face detail section entirely and simply have a plain orange pumpkin with brown cap and stalk. This creates a more traditional harvest pumpkin decoration.

How do I prevent the stalk from flopping over?

The slip stitches in rounds 7 and 9 create the natural curve. Make sure to stuff the stalk firmly and sew it securely to the pumpkin top. You can also insert a small piece of wire inside the stalk for additional support if desired.