Introducing the Pumpkin Stitch: A Delightful Fall Crochet Stitch!
Feel the cozy charm of autumn with this brand-new Pumpkin Stitch crochet pattern design. This enchanting fall-themed stitch captures the essence of a bountiful pumpkin patch, featuring adorable mini pumpkins scattered across a soft, textured background.
Made with clever color work in vibrant orange for the plump pumpkins, accented by fresh green stems, and set against a creamy off-white tweed base, it creates a whimsical, harvest-inspired fabric that’s perfect for seasonal projects.
What sets the Pumpkin Stitch apart is its use of bobble like cluster stitches, which give each pumpkin a delightful 3D pop and a realistic, rounded shape. These clever techniques make the design not only visually striking but also fun and engaging to crochet, blending simple color changes with textured elements for a pattern that’s accessible yet impressively detailed.
As the foundational stitch for my upcoming Pumpkin Patch crochet pattern series, this versatile design will shine in a variety of projects—from cozy blankets and scarves to festive pillows, tote bags, and more.
The crochet Pumpkin Stitch brings the warmth of fall right to your hooks. Stay tuned for the full series release, where you’ll find cozy wearables and inspiring ways to incorporate this stitch into your handmade creations!
For the full free written pattern instructions for the Pumpkin Stitch Pattern, scroll down below. You can purchase the ad-free PDF of the pattern bundle for a fee.
In the coming weeks, I’m thrilled to roll out the Pumpkin Patch crochet pattern series, including the charming Pumpkin Patch Headband, the versatile Pumpkin Patch Cowl, and the practical Pumpkin Patch Fingerless Gloves! Snag this trio now as an affordable bundle—ideal for crafting a picture-perfect, cozy, pumpkin-infused fall wardrobe.
Grab them today and start stitching your fall favorites right away!
As soon as they’re live as free patterns on the blog, I’ll also list them individually in my shop—and Lifetime Members will get instant access to them all at no extra cost! Each pattern will be available to Lifetime Members once the free pattern hits the blog!
I have a complete step-by-step tutorial below and a video tutorial as well!
Supplies for the Pumpkin Patch Pattern Series
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I used Caron Simply Soft Tweeds in Off White for the main color of my pumpkin headband – I just love the tweedy look for this headband.
For the pumpkins I used Simply Soft solids in pumpkin color way and dark sage for the stems.
If you plan on making all 3 patterns in the set you will need the following yarn amounts:
Main Color (off white) 9 oz / 432 yards
Orange (Pumpkin) 4 oz / 213 yards
Green (Dark Sage) 1.4 oz / 75 yards
- Pumpkin Patch Headband free crochet pattern
- Pumpkin Patch Cowl free crochet pattern
- Pumpkin Patch fingerless gloves free crochet pattern
Crochet Pumpkin Stitch Free Pattern Instructions + Photo Tutorial
Abbreviations:
- MC = main color
- ch(s) = chain(s)
- RS = right side
- dc = double crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- bob = bobble (see special stitches section below)
- hdc = half double crochet
- sk = skip
- CL = cluster (see special stitches section below)
Special Stitches:
Bobble: (Yo, insert hook into stitch, yo, pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops on hook) three times (4 loops on hook), yo and pull through all 4 loops on hook.
CL (cluster): (bob, ch 1, bob) all worked in the same st.
Pattern Notes:
- Resize by working foundation chain in multiples of 6 + 7.
- Chain 3 at beginning of row counts as first st.
Recommended Tutorial:
Pattern Instructions
With MC, ch 73. (multiples: 6×11=66+7)
Row 1: (RS) Working in back bump of ch, dc in fourth ch from hook (skipped chs count as first st) and in each ch to end. Do not fasten off, place stitch marker in loop to hold stitch. Turn. 71
Row 2: Join orange to first st with sl st, ch 6, sk next 4 sts, CL in next st, *ch 6, sk next 5 sts, CL in next st,* repeat from * to * to last 5 sts, ch 6, sk next 4 sts, sl st in last st. Fasten off orange. Do not turn.
Row 3: Insert hook into loop of MC, ch 3, working behind chs and into skipped sts from previous row, dc in next 4 sts, *ch 1, sk over CL, dc in next 5 sts,* repeat from * to * to end. Do not fasten off, place stitch marker in loop to hold stitch. Turn.
Push pumpkin clusters through to RS.
Row 4: Join green to first st with sl st, ch 6, sk next 4 sts, *sc into ch-1 sp from cluster of row 2 and over ch-1 sp from previous row, ch 6, sk next 5 sts,* repeat from * to * to last st, sl st in last st. Fasten off green. Do not turn.
Row 5: Insert hook into loop of MC, ch 3, working in front of chs and into skipped sts from previous row, dc in next 4 sts, *hdc in sc st from previous row, dc in next 5 sts,* repeat from * to * to end. Do not fasten off, place stitch marker in loop to hold stitch. Turn.
Row 6: Join orange to first st with sl st, ch 2, sk next st, CL in next st, *ch 6, sk next 5 sts, CL in next st,* repeat from * to * to last 2 sts, ch 2, sk next st, sl st in last st. Fasten off orange. Do not turn.
Row 7: Insert hook into loop of MC, ch 3, working behind chs and into skipped sts from previous row, dc in next st, *ch 1, sk over CL, dc in next 5 sts,* repeat from * to * to last CL, ch 1, sk CL, dc in last 2 sts. Do not fasten off, place stitch marker in loop to hold stitch. Turn.
Push pumpkin clusters through to RS.
Row 8: Join green to first st with sl st, ch 2, sk next st, *sc into ch-1 sp from cluster of row 6 and over ch-1 sp from previous row, ch 6, sk next 5 sts,* repeat from * to * to last CL, sc in ch-1 sp from cluster, ch 2, sk next st, sl st in last st. Fasten off green. Do not turn.
Row 9: Insert hook into loop of MC, ch 3, working in front of chs and into skipped sts from previous row, dc in next st, *hdc in sc st from previous row, dc in next 5 sts,* repeat from * to * to last 3 sts, hdc in next st, dc in last 2 sts. Turn.
Continue repeating rows 2-9 until size desired in pattern.
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