4 in 1 Pattern: Crochet, Knit, Sewing, Pin Loom Weaving
These aren’t the first pumpkins we’ve ever made. But maybe they are yours. And what better way to celebrate fall, harvest and Halloween than to make miniature squash?
If you or someone you know are learning to knit, crochet, sew or pin loom weave, then these are the perfect projects. Each pumpkin is made from a rectangle that’s joined to create a cylinder which is shaped into a stunning miniature pumpkin.
These are fun and quick little projects and great stash busters. We used worsted weight (4) acrylic yarn for the knit, crochet and pin loom pumpkins. They would look equally adorable in most any yarn type. The fabric pumpkin was made with a 5″ x 10″ piece of material.
Each miniature pumpkin measures about 3 1/2″ wide by 3 1/2″ tall including stem (or there abouts).
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My First Pumpkin Pattern Information
Below we’ll share with you a lot of information. You may be tempted to skip right over that and go right to the pattern…but take a quick second to review. I’m positive it will be helpful.
Supplies List for Beginner Pumpkin Pattern
The supplies you need are really minimal which makes this a great first project for new crocheters and knitters.
ALL PUMPKINS
- Stuffing
- Yarn Needle for sewing
- Tree Branch 2″ long
- Scissors
- Pencil (optional for making curly q’s)
- Spray Starch (optional for making curly q’s)
CROCHET PUMPKIN
- Yarn: Worsted Weight (4)
- Crochet Hook: H/8/5.00mm or size recommended on yarn label
KNIT PUMPKIN
- Yarn: Worsted Weight (4)
- Knitting Needles: 5.00mm or size recommended on yarn label
PIN LOOM WEAVING PUMPKIN
- Yarn: Worsted Weight (4)
- Pin Loom: 4” Square
- Weaving Needle: 5”
SEWING PUMPKIN
- Fabric: 10” x 5”
- Thread & Needle
- Sewing Machine (optional)
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Printable Version Packed Full of Photos
There’s just too much information to put on the blog. For just a couple bucks, you can print the step-by-step tutorial from Etsy. Here’s what’s included in the My First Pumpkin Patch Tutorial on Etsy:
- Knit Pumpkin Pattern and Curly Q
- Crochet Pumpkin Pattern and Curly Q
- Sewing Pumpkin Pattern and No Sew Curly Q
- Pin Loom Pumpkin Pattern
- 18 Pages
- 45+ Color Photos and Graphics
- Step-by-Step Written Instructions
- Checkboxes to mark your progress
- Lots and Lots of tips and tricks such as:
- Tips for selecting yarn
- Tips for selecting fabric
- Tips for cutting fabric
- Links to helpful videos
- Tips for making larger pumpkins
- And sooo much more!
We love bringing you fun and festive designs. Consider purchasing this or other patterns as a way to help us keep you in stitches.
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How to Read a Knit or Crochet Pattern
Patterns can get rather long, because pattern writers want to be clear and concise. But sometimes using more words rather than less can make reading a pattern more challenging. So, abbreviations are used. A lot of information can be given in a small amount of space. Here are the abbreviations you’ll see in the patterns below.
Crochet Pattern Abbreviations
- blo = back loop only
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
Knit Pattern Abbreviations
- k = knit
- kfb = knit front and back (for Curly Q only)
- p = purl
Pattern Notes
- You will crochet or knit a rectangle then join the first and last rows. Then cinch the sides to create your pumpkin shape.
My First Crochet Pumpkin Pattern
With Orange or color desired
Ch 16
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across. (15)
Rows 2-34: Ch 1, turn. Work in blo: sc across.
Finish off, cut yarn and leave a long tail for sewing.
Fold project in half so Row 34 is aligned with the foundation chain. Join with whip st through the back loop of row 34 and both loops of the foundation chain, repeat across to form a cylinder.
With an 8” length of orange yarn, sew a running stitch through the ends of Rows 1-34 on one end of the pumpkin and cinch tight. Tie a knot and weave in ends. This creates the bottom.
These are just a few of the photos you’ll find in the Step-by-Step Pumpkin Patch Tutorial in our Etsy Shop.
Stuff pumpkin lightly.
With 20″ length of orange yarn, sew a running stitch through the other ends of Rows 1-34 and cinch tight (insert a twig before closing). Tie a knot. Do not cut yarn. This creates the top.
The pumpkin may look like a round ball. To squish it into more of a pumpkin shape, use the tail from cinching and run the needle down the center of the pumpkin near the stem to the center of the bottom of the pumpkin. Pull tightly. This should force the center of the pumpkin to shorten. Insert the needle a few millimeters away, and pass the needle back up from the bottom to the top in the middle near the stem. You may need to do this a couple of times near the stem. Weave in ends.
More Halloween Patterns
Before you begin stitching your pumpkins, we want to invite you to check out these fun Halloween patterns to crochet and pin loom weave. Stitch costumes, treat bags, cup cozies and more.
Halloween Patterns on our Etsy Shop.
Crochet Curly Q Pattern
Green (Make 2)
Ch 13
Row 1: 2 Sc in 2nd ch from hook and 2 sc in each ch across. (Working 2 sts in each ch will cause the ch to curl.) Finish off, cut yarn leaving a tail for sewing (24). You may need to twist the cord a little to help the stitches all line up and curl correctly.
Sew to top of pumpkin near stem. Weave in ends.
My First Knit Pumpkin Pattern
With Orange or color desired
Cast on 20
Rows 1, 3 & 4: K across, turn. (20)
Row 2: P across, turn.
Repeat Rows 1‐4 until piece measures 9 inches (approx 17 repeats).
Bind Off
Fold project in half so last row is aligned with the cast on row. Join with whip st across.
Using an 8” strand of orange yarn, sew a running stitch through the ends of the Rows 1-68 and cinch tight. Tie a knot and weave in ends. This creates the bottom.
Stuff pumpkin lightly.
These are just a few of the photos you’ll see in the Step-by-Step Pumpkin Patch Pattern in our Etsy Shop.
With a 20″ length of orange yarn, sew a running stitch through the other ends of Rows 1-68 and cinch tight (insert a twig before closing). Tie a knot but do not cut yarn. This creates the top.
The pumpkin may look like a round ball. To squish it into more of a pumpkin shape, use the tail from cinching and run the needle down the center of the pumpkin near the stem to the center of the bottom of the pumpkin. Pull tightly. This should force the center of the pumpkin to shorten. Insert the needle a few millimeters away, and pass the needle back up from the bottom to the top in the middle. You may need to do this a couple of times near the stem. Weave in ends.
Ready for Christmas?
More holiday fun awaits. Crochet, pin loom and sew fun items for Christmas, too. We have ornaments, pillows, home decor, gift bags and more.
Check out these Christmas Patterns in our Etsy Shop.
Knit Curly Q Pattern
Green (Make 2)
Cast on 16
Row 1: K across, turn. (16)
Row 2: Kfb of each st across. (32)
Bind Off
Sew to top of pumpkin near stem. Weave in ends.
My First Sewing Pumpkin Pattern
Cut fabric on the bias 5” tall x 10” wide.
Fold fabric in half with right sides together so it’s 5” x 5”. Sew the side opposite the fold with a straight stitch (on sewing machine) or running stitch (hand sewing).
With needle and thread and fabric still folded in half, hand sew a running stitch along one of the open ends through both layers. Cut thread leaving a long tail at beginning and end. Repeat about 1/8” from the first sewn line so you have two parallel lines of running stitch.
Pull the tails to cinch closed. Knot the thread. This is the bottom of the pumpkin.
Turn work right side out. Stuff pumpkin lightly.
These are just a few photos you find in the My First Pumpkin Patch Pattern on our Etsy Shop.
As before, sew running stitches around the unfolded fabric on the other opening sewing through one layer. Pull the strands adding a stem before cinching closed completely.
With needle and thread (and additional strands as needed), create ribs along sides of Pumpkin. Knot thread to bottom of pumpkin. Run thread outside the pumpkin from center bottom to center top then pass needle down through center of pumpkin back to bottom. Pull to desired tightness to create a rib. Do this where fabric is joined to help hide the join. Then repeat several times around to create additional ribs.
Beginner Friendly Sewing Patterns
If you are new to sewing, here are some really fun step-by-step sewing patterns with traceable templates! You read that right. All of these patterns are step-by-step tutorials with pictures. The bear pillows make great memory bears…they are so cute and huggable. If you want something with a bit of attitude, the snake and hammerhead are sure to intimidate.
Check out the beginner friendly sewing patterns in our Etsy Shop.
No Sew Curly Q
With Green yarn
- Wrap a pencil with yarn leaving a tail on both ends for attaching to the pumpkin later.
- Spray liberally with spray starch so the yarn is soaked through. Turn pencil to spray both sides. Allow to dry completely.
- Remove from pencil. Cut in half.
- Use a yarn needle to sew to pumpkin near stem. Weave in ends.
My First Pin Loom Pumpkin Pattern
Orange
- Plain weave (3) 4″ squares.
- Lay them out to be 1 square tall by 3 squares wide. Join with whip stitch.
- Join the 4” ends together with whip stitches so you have a ring that’s 1 square tall x 3 squares around.
- Cut a strand of yarn to 8″ length. Sew a running stitch through each of the loops along one end making sure to go through all the loops on all three squares. Cinch closed. Tie a knot and weave in ends. This is the bottom of the pumpkin.
- Stuff pumpkin lightly.
- Repeat step 4 on the top with a strand of yarn that’s 24” long, cinch tightly (insert a twig before closing). Do not cut yarn.
- Using tails from step 6 and additional strands of yarn as needed, create ribs along sides of Pumpkin. Run yarn outside the pumpkin from center bottom to center top then pass needle down through center of pumpkin back to bottom. Pull to desired tightness to create a rib. Do this where each pin loom square is joined to help hide the joins. Then repeat in between each join to create additional ribs.
These are just a few of the photos you see in the My First Pumpkin Patch Pattern in our Etsy Shop.
Gnomes to Pin Loom Weave
Gnomes for every occasion…pin loom them all! These are ALL step-by-step tutorials with pictures and written instruction. These are great for fans of football, sharks, Halloween, and the Nutcracker! More are coming so be sure to visit the Etsy Shop.
Learn more about Pin Loom Gnomes on our Etsy Shop.
Pin Loom Curly Q
Follow directions above for No Sew Curly Q.
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