How to Crochet Bobble Stitch Pumpkin for Fall
If you are an advanced crocheter, your next fall amigurumi should reflect that! So, challenge yourself with this crochet bobble stitch pumpkin amigurumi following a stitch-by-stitch tutorial. This crochet textured pumpkin has the large bobbles all around and also features a tiny pumpkin stem and curly vine. Luckily, crocheting this amigurumi pumpkin won’t need struggling with crochet rounds, as the whole is worked in flat rows, then sewn.
This pumpkin will take your time, but the final amigurumi is too perfect and excellent for practicing bobble stitch. If you are interested in crocheting this fall pumpkin by yourself, continue reading this post till the end!
About the Designer: The designer behind this fall pumpkin amigurumi is @MakeItYourselfByPapari – she mostly crochets the nature-inpsired crochet projects and this one is one of her masterpiece. She has a special affection for the green in her color pallete. You will love her crochet flower appliques, coasters and other accessories.
Advertisement - Continue ReadingNote: In respect for the creator’s pattern rights, there will be no provision of the written pattern. You can watch the tutorial with on-screen written instructions at the end of this post.
Crochet Textured Pumpkin Amigurumi Tutorial
Skill Level: Intermediate. Beginning with the slip knot and chain stitches. The main body of the pumpkin is made with a combo of bobble stitch and double crochet, with single crochet stitches also being used. After the piece is complete, a needle for sewing is used to close the seams and the top and bottom of the pumpkin.
The stem with a magic ring, and a slip stitch to close it and attach the leaf and spiral vine. The leaf itself is created using a combination of half-double crochet and treble crochet stitches.
Tutorial Timing: Approximately 25 Minutes Only (as mentioned, perfect for learning and practicing the bobble stitch and tight sewing, along with shaping through the basic crochet stitches.)
Personalization Tips: The pattern for crocheting this pumpkin amigurumi is general, so if you are a beginner, you can simply use the single crochet or double crochet for crocheting. It will be much quicker and less yarn-consuming.
Pattern Type: An on-screen written pattern is available if you find written instructions easy to follow along with.
Supplies Needed
The following are the crochet materials and tools for crocheting this bobble stitch pumpkin as mentioned by the tutor:
- Crochet Hook Size: 4mm(Pumpkin body), 3.5mm(Stem)
- Yarn: Milk Cotton yarn Size – 4 yarn
- LovLim Cotton Yarn (Orange, Green)
- Scissors
- Needle
- Poly-fil
Technique Guides
Learn the following crochet techniques for crocheting this Halloween pumpkin project for a trick-or-treating bag:
- Slip Knot: Create a loop, insert the hook, and pull the yarn through to form the starting knot.
- Chain (ch): Yarn over and pull through the loop on your hook to create each chain.
- Bobble Stitch (bobble): Work multiple partial double crochets into the same stitch, leaving the last loop of each on the hook, then yarn over and pull through all loops.
- Double Crochet (dc): Yarn over, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over and pull through, yarn over and pull through two loops (repeat once).
- Single Crochet (sc): Insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over again, and pull through both loops.
- Magic Ring: Wrap the yarn into a loop, insert the hook, pull a loop through, and work the first stitches into the adjustable ring.
- Slip Stitch (sl st): Insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, and pull through both the stitch and the loop on your hook in one motion.
- Half Double Crochet (hdc): Yarn over, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over and pull through, yarn over and pull through all three loops on your hook.
- Treble Crochet (tr): Yarn over twice, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over and pull through, yarn over and pull through two loops (repeat twice).
Complete Video Guide
