How to Crochet Striped Pumpkin Amigurumi from Rectangle

Here is another tutorial for crocheting a pumpkin amigurumi from a rectangle but this time, with a lovely striped pattern. This amigurumi pumpkin presented by Knitting Love is easy to crochet and will for at craft fairs like a hot cake. With a realistic structural finish and accurate stem, this amigurumi is worth crocheting this fall.

You can crochet one within 30 minuet using just the flat crochet techniques and basic sewing. So, continue reading this post till the end for the complete tutorial if you are interested in crocheting this unique pumpkin amigurumi.

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The designer of this amigurumi project is @Knittinglov – she has crocheted lovely flower and plant-themed accessories and projects especially with small sizes. Her crochet items are also bright and colorful. 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 Striped Pumpkin Amigurumi Tutorial

Skill Level:  Intermediate. This 3D pumpkin amigurumi also needs the color-changes and flat work by working in the back-and-forth rows; therefore, sewing is a must. The tutorial uses basic crochet stitches (single crochet, chain stitch, half-double crochet, and working in that will be easy even for beginners.)

Tutorial Timing: Approximately 16 minutes. (an excellent improvement over the crochet amigurumi pumpkin from a rectangle, as it looks oh-so-cute.)

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Personalization Tips: The tutor uses the white yarn for the crochet stripes but you can also use the dark orange shade, even purple and black will work best if you want this pumpkin amigurumi for Halloween.

Pattern Type: The on-screen written pattern is available if you find written instructions easy to follow along with.

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Supplies Used

You can gather the following crochet supplies for crocheting this amigurumi pumpkin amigurumi by yourself:

1. Cotton yarn 4ply
2. 2.2mm Crochet hook
3. Sewing Needle
4. Fiberfill Stuffing

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Crochet Stitch Guides

Here are the crochet stitches used for crocheting this pumpkin amigurumi and the abbreviations used:

1. Ch (Chain) – Yarn over, pull through the loop on the hook to create a foundation chain.
2. Slst (Slip Stitch) – Insert hook into a stitch, yarn over, pull through the stitch and the loop on the hook.
3. Sc (Single Crochet) – Insert hook, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, and pull through both loops.
4. Half Cr (Half Crochet) – Likely Half Double Crochet: Yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through all three loops.
5. Dc (Double Crochet) – Yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, and pull through the last two loops.
6. Treble Cr (Treble Crochet) – Yarn over twice, insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops (repeat twice).
7. Double Treble Cr – Yarn over three times, insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops (repeat three times).
8. k2-tog (Knit 2 Together) – Insert knitting needle into 2 stitches, knit them together as one to decrease.

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How is it done?

The tutorial begins with a slip knot to start working the flat base. You’ll use half double crochet stitches for quicker progress. Ribbed stitches are added to create the ridged texture.

Once the flat piece is done, sew the ends together using slip stitches. Wrap the yarn around the piece and stuff it to form the pumpkin shape. Finally, crochet and attach the stem.

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