How to Crochet Fidget Leggy Plush Pumpkin with Eyes for Fall
In this crochet fall plushie buddy tutorial, learn how to crochet this leggy glitter-eyed pumpkin plushie buddy! It is designed as a crochet fidget plushie toy with long legs and arms which makes it a perfect “Tug & Pull” crochet fidget toy just like the crochet strawberry fidget toy you have already learned to crochet. To play with this anti-stress crochet toy, pull the legs and the arms will get shorten in a rather satisfying way. You can also crochet a light orange pumpkin plush variation using the super bulky yarn in less than 30 minutes.
Crochet Fidget Leggy Plush Pumpkin
Just like the crochet “pumpkin face” amigurumi plush, you can place it on your desk as a buddy and it will keep you happy all teh day long. Kids can also receive this crochet as a crochet sleeping buddy. Now, continue reading for learning more about this crochet pumpkin plush project. The written PDF pattern is also available if you want to pay for one.
Know the designer: The designer behind this crochet big-eyed pumpkin plushie with glitter eyes is @TheStitchZoo – she is an incredible crochet designer with hundreds of plushie patterns explained in quick and beginner-friendly tutorials.
Tutorial to Crochet the Miniature Leggy Pumpkin Plushie
Learn how to crochet an adorable, interactive pumpkin plushie that doubles as a great fidget toy. The pumpkin features a cute little face, a green stem, and a leaf, but the best part is its long, movable limbs.
You can tug and pull the arms and legs back and forth through the body to make them longer or shorter, making it incredibly entertaining for kids to play with.
Made with thick plush yarn, the pumpkin is extremely soft, squishy, and perfect for the fall and Halloween season. It is a clever and playful twist on a traditional seasonal decoration.
Abbreviations Used
MR: Magic Ring
CH: Chain
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
SL ST: Slip Stitch
INC: Increase
DEC: Decrease (Invisible Decrease is used)
BLO: Back Loop Only
FLO: Front Loop Only
Skill Level
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate: The project relies on standard amigurumi stitches but incorporates unique techniques like a longtail foundation base chain for the limbs, working around gaps, and special sewing methods to sculpt the ridges of the pumpkin.
Materials Mentioned and Used
Plush Yarn: Bernat Blanket yarn is heavily recommended by the creator because it is sturdy and will not snap when pulled tight to form the pumpkin ridges. Loops & Threads Demi Pearl is also mentioned as an alternative.
Worsted Weight Yarn
Crochet Hook: A 6 mm hook.
Safety Eyes: Large 25 mm sparkly eyes.
Scrap Felt: Two small strips (about 1 inch by 3 inches).
Adhesives: Hot glue is used to attach the felt pieces inside.
Yarn Needles
Standard Tools
Learn Crocheting A Little “Tug & Pull” Fidget Toy Pumpkin
Written Pattern?
The 1-hour tutorial has all the instructions needed to crochet these small pumpkin plushies!
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