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Easy Ribbed Crochet Pumpkin
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♥Soft ribs, warm autumn color.♥

Easy Ribbed Crochet Pumpkin Free Pattern

A soft beginner-friendly ribbed crochet pumpkin worked as a textured rectangle, gathered into shape, and finished with a stem and leaf for autumn and Thanksgiving decorating.

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Project overview

What you'll make

Make an easy ribbed crochet pumpkin with beginner-friendly rows, simple shaping, and cozy fall styling for autumn and Thanksgiving decor.

Quick answer: Easy Ribbed Crochet Pumpkin is a easy crochet project with an estimated making time of ~1 hour. Materials include Worsted yarn in pumpkin orange, Small amount of brown yarn for the stem, Small amount of sage or green yarn for the leaf. See the full written instructions and construction steps below.

Difficulty
Easy
Time
~1 hour
Includes
Written pattern & guides
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Project details

A closer look

A soft beginner-friendly ribbed crochet pumpkin worked as a textured rectangle, gathered into shape, and finished with a stem and leaf for autumn and Thanksgiving decorating.

  • Steam or shape the pumpkin lightly after gathering if the ribs look uneven.
  • A darker stem gives the pumpkin more contrast in photos.
  • This is a great bridge project from Halloween into fall and Thanksgiving decor.
Materials & tools

What you'll need

  • Worsted yarn in pumpkin orange
  • Small amount of brown yarn for the stem
  • Small amount of sage or green yarn for the leaf
  • 4.5 mm crochet hook
  • Yarn needle
  • Scissors
  • Polyester stuffing or fiber fill (optional for firmer shape)
Yarn, tools and materials for Easy Ribbed Crochet Pumpkin
Written pattern

Written crochet instructions and construction notes

Read the abbreviations first, check the notes, then work through the pattern in order. Detailed steps summarize the construction; the ordered written pattern below is the source for individual rounds and rows.

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Abbreviations
CH = chainHDC = half double crochetBLO = back loop only
Ch 21.
Row 1: Hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn. (20)
Row 2: Ch 1, hdc in blo across. Turn. (20)
Rows 3–24: Repeat Row 2, or until the rectangle wraps comfortably into a tube.
Seam the short ends together to form a tube.
Weave yarn through one open edge, pull tight, and secure to close the base.
Stuff lightly if desired, gather the top opening closed, then add a small brown stem and optional sage leaf.
Pattern notes

Back-loop-only rows create the vertical ribbing.

Use more rows for a wider pumpkin and fewer rows for a smaller one.

You can skip stuffing for a softer decorative pumpkin.

Skills used
Chain stitchHalf double crochetBack loop onlySeaming
Detailed steps

Crochet a rectangle first, then shape the pumpkin.

This pumpkin is simple to reproduce because the body starts as straight rows before you seam and gather it into the final rounded form.

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Tips

Small details that make the finish better

  • Steam or shape the pumpkin lightly after gathering if the ribs look uneven.
  • A darker stem gives the pumpkin more contrast in photos.
  • This is a great bridge project from Halloween into fall and Thanksgiving decor.
Variations

Ways to adapt the project

Change the yarn color, finishing touches, or small embellishments while keeping the same core construction.

Quick answers

Common questions before you start

Is the Easy Ribbed Crochet Pumpkin beginner friendly?
This project is marked Easy. Review the listed crochet skills first, then follow the materials list, the written pattern, and the detailed build order in sequence.
How long does the Easy Ribbed Crochet Pumpkin take?
The estimated making time is ~1 hour. If you are learning a stitch or shaping technique for the first time, allow extra time for checking size and tension.
What do I need for this crochet project?
You will need Worsted yarn in pumpkin orange, Small amount of brown yarn for the stem, Small amount of sage or green yarn for the leaf, 4.5 mm crochet hook, plus the remaining tools listed in the materials section.
Can I customize the design?
Yes. You can usually customize the yarn color, trim, and finishing details while keeping the same base construction.
Can I save this project for later?
Yes. Use the Pinterest save button on the page to keep the project and come back when you are ready to make it.
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