20 Free Crochet Pumpkin Patterns for Fall, Halloween & Thanksgiving

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Nothing says “fall” more than pumpkins! Celebrate the natural beauty of autumn with these 20 free crochet pumpkin patterns for home decor, fashion accessories, and more.


Pumpkins are an iconic symbol of fall, harvest, and seasonal celebrations. We carve them for Halloween, bake them into yummy holiday goodies, and arrange them on our Thanksgiving tables. So if you’re a crocheter, it’s no surprise if you want to crochet pumpkins, too.

In this collection, you will find:

  • pumpkin decor pieces
  • mouse ear inspired pumpkin
  • C2C Kawaii pumpkin blanket
  • Striped Pumpkin
  • textured crochet pumpkins
  • small pumpkins – to be used for various purposes like a gift, decor or keychain
  • Pumpkin Earrings
  • Pumpkin coasters
  • Pumpkin Gnomes & more!

Depending on what colors you choose – or whether you include a jack-o-lantern face – you can display these pumpkins for Halloween or Thanksgiving. Because most of these patterns are quick and easy, there’s no reason you can’t make some for both holidays and in between.

Supplies you may need for crocheting pumpkins:

  • hooks – crochet hook size will depend on your preference and pattern
  • yarn – acrylic worsted weight, bulky weight, or whatever your heart desires
  • stuffing (poly-fil) to stuff the pumpkin
  • scissors
  • yarn needle for weaving in ends
  • small twigs OR cinnamon sticks for the stems
  • hot glue sticks and hot glue gun
  • twine

What Can I use these pumpkins for?

  • Fall decor – Add a cozy, handmade touch to your home for autumn.
  • Table centerpieces – Use them in seasonal table settings or displays.
  • Gift toppers – A cute and personal addition to gift wrapping.
  • Pin cushions – Functional and festive for your crafting space.
  • Pet toys – Stuff them with safe materials for a fun pet toy!

20 Free Crochet Pumpkin Patterns

Mosaic Crochet Pumpkin

This crochet pumpkin is the perfect small project to try mosaic crochet. Simple stitches and contrasting colors combine to create a striking geometric pattern that will pop in your fall display.

You can find the free MOSAIC CROCHET PUMPKIN PATTERN on my website.

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Glow in the Dark Crochet Pumpkin

White pumpkins offer a unique and unexpected twist on traditional fall decor. This gorgeous white pumpkin, crocheted in thermal stitch, looks elegant as is.

But this crochet pumpkin reveals a surprise when the lights go out – it glows in the dark! Put out a bunch of these out on your porch and delight trick-or-treaters with fun glow-in-the-dark decorations.

Get the GLOW IN THE DARK CROCHET PUMPKIN pattern and graphs for free from my website!

Glow in the Dark Crochet Pumpkin Pattern

Mini Pumpkin Earrings

Are you looking for the perfect accessory to complement your fall outfits? You can make this set of pumpkin earrings in less than 15 minutes, so you can crochet them right now and wear them out tonight!

Make classic orange pumpkins or use up your scraps and make a whole rainbow of fall colors. Wouldn’t they look cool in the glow-in-the-dark yarn used above for a black light party?

You can get the FREE MINI CROCHET PUMPKIN EARRINGS PATTERN right here on my blog!

Mini Pumpkin Earrings - Free Crochet Pattern by Nicki's Homemade Crafts

Striped Pumpkin

The Striped Pumpkin’s striped yarn color combination is made with the variegated yarn from Michael’s stores called Loops & Threads Facet Stones. The color used was Red Coral which gave the Striped Pumpkin a rustic, but unique look.

You can get the FREE STRIPED PUMPKIN PATTERN right here on my website.

Pumpkin Coasters

I just love useful crochet projects that are also cute! You only need an evening and scrap amounts of yarn to make these easy crochet pumpkin coasters.

They add a pop of color to your fall tablescape. You can also tie them up with a nice ribbon and give a set as a thoughtful hostess gift.

Get the free pattern FROM THIS BLOG.

Pumpkin Coasters by Stitching Together

Pumpkin Hats

These adorable crochet pumpkin hats showcase the alpine stitch, which gives them their rich texture, and are topped with a cute stem and leaves.

The free pattern comes in all sizes, from infant to adult. So you can whip up matching hats for everyone for your fall family photos.

FOLLOW THIS LINK to find the pattern.

Pumpkin Square

Just look at the sweet face on this pumpkin granny square! This pumpkin square is actually part of a fall-themed blanket. So if one square isn’t enough cuteness for you, you can make them all and end up with a cozy afghan.

Get the free pattern by FOLLOWING THIS LINK.

Mini Pumpkin Cozies

This pattern is a little different, in that it doesn’t create a pumpkin but an accessory to dress up your pumpkin.

These cozies are made with chunky yarn, which forms a thick, snuggly nest for each pumpkin. As an added bonus, these little cozies take as little at 10 minutes to crochet!

FOLLOW THIS LINK for the free dishcloth pattern.

Mini Pumpkin Cozies by A Box of Twine

C2C Pumpkin Panel

If you’ve caught the C2C crochet bug and want to make some festive fall decor, you’ll love this C2C pumpkin panel.

You can use a single panel as a wall hanging. Or make two for the sides of a pillow cover or several as a fun blanket for Halloween!

You will find the free C2C crochet pattern and graph BY CLICKING HERE.

C2C Pumpkin Panel by Oombawka Design

Night of the Witches Pumpkin

This striped pumpkin features Halloween colors. But if you want to display it all season, you could make it with more general fall colors, too. It works up quickly enough you could make both!

If you prefer to make a bigger or smaller pumpkin, the designer also includes instructions for making the pumpkin in a different size.

CLICK HERE to get the pumpkin crochet pattern.

Pumpkin Gnome

Gnomes are super popular in the DIY world right now, with people creating their own gnome decorations and accessories. The adorable crochet pumpkin gnome captures that trend and adds a little fall flair.

This detailed crochet pattern includes tons of helpful photos to help you make each component of the gnome and pumpkin hat. It also provides instructions to make your gnome male or female.

Get the free pattern in petite, one size, or plus size by CLICKING HERE.

Pumpkin Gnome by Winding Road Crochet

Jack o Lantern Snow Globe

This pumpkin snow globe pattern is one of many in a snow globe pattern collection by this designer. It uses worsted weight yarn and works up quicker than you might think! You could pick a traditional orange for the pumpkin or maybe go more modern and choose white or maybe teal! The possibilities are endless with this cute jack-o-lantern.

Get the free pattern HERE.

Crochet Jack O Lantern Snow Globe

Magical Crochet Mouse Ear-Inspired Pumpkin

Who doesn’t love a good pumpkin stack?! Not to mention they are mouse ear inspired…sign me up! This pattern is fun and whimsical way to decorate and celebrate this fall season. It calls for simple stitches throughout and the assembly isn’t too hard either.

Get the free pattern ON THIS WEBSITE.

Magical Crochet Mouse Ear-Inspired Pumpkin

Braided Crochet Pumpkin

This pattern uses the feather stitch to create a dense texture that make these cute pumpkins. You can customize the sizes of the pumpkin to your liking by adjusting the stitch count. While this is an intermediate pattern, it can be worked up by a determined beginner

Get the free pattern BY CLICKING HERE.

Braided Crochet Pumpkin

Kawaii Crochet Pumpkin Blanket

This gorgeous pumpkin blanket uses the corner-to-corner (C2C) method. It is easy to follow and makes for the perfect, cozy blanket to curl up under this autumn. It will definitely be THE conversation starter!

Get the free pattern ON THIS WEBSITE.

Kawaii Crochet C2C Pumpkin Blanket

Easy Crochet Pumpkin

The coolest thing about this crochet pumpkin is that you can use any yarn you have on hand. Not to mention, it uses basic crochet stitches making this a beginner friendly pattern. You can even follow along with the video tutorial. You can whip up a stack of these in a weekend!

Get the free pattern and video tutorial HERE.

Easy Crochet Pumpkin

Halloween Pumpkin Bun

This cute bunting pattern is quick and easy to make! It’s also a lovely way to decorate for Halloween or fall. You could get creative and choose many fall color like maroon, mustard, burnt orange and deep teal, and bring fall right into your home.

Get the free pattern BY CLICKING HERE.

Crochet Pumpkin Bunting

Tunisian Crochet Pumpkin

Simple Tunisian crochet and Tunisian puff stitches are used to make these cute pumpkins. The pattern offers so much texture and is perfect for your mantel or centerpiece for the holidays.

Get the free pattern HERE.

Tunisian Crochet Pumpkin

Small Crochet Pumpkin

The small pumpkin pattern is super quick and easy as well as beginner friendly. This pattern is part of a set of interactive Halloween Ornaments. Meant to be given as gifts, ornaments or as a keychains. There even is a cute witch hat pattern meant for the pumpkin to wear!

Get the free pattern ON THIS WEBSITE.

Small Crochet Pumpkin

Amigurumi Pumpkin

This pumpkin works up quick: 1-2 hours! It uses basic stitches making it a great beginner friendly crochet project. It also includes a full video tutorial. You can use whatever weight of yarn you have on hand to make this pumpkin!

Get the free pattern and video tutorial HERE.

Amigurumi Crochet Pumpkin

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