Crochet Mini Pumpkin Pattern: Beginner Friendly Fall Decor (PDF Pattern)

Crochet plump mini pumpkins in minutes—perfect for fall décor, gifting, or turning into keychains/bag charms. This pattern is written in clear U.S. terms with full stitch names (no shorthand) and reads smoothly (no video cues). The pumpkin uses a simple ribbed rectangle (back-loop-only), a quick gather at both ends, and a tiny stitched-on stem—great stash-buster!

You’ll make

Palm-sized ribbed pumpkin (adjustable smaller/larger)

Separate stem, sewn on

Optional keychain loop/hanger

What’s inside

Step-by-step written pattern: ribbed rectangle → slip-stitch seam → gather 1st end → stuff → gather 2nd end → shape center → sew stem

Count checks (rows, stitches), BL-only notes, cinching & shaping tips

Size adjustments (smaller/larger/taller/shorter) and yarn/hook guidance

Skill level
Beginner (slip knot, chain, single crochet, back-loop-only, slip stitch; light hand-sewing)

Stitches used (US terms)
Slip knot, chain, single crochet, slip stitch (BL-only where indicated)

Materials

Worsted-weight acrylic yarn: pumpkin color (small amount)

Worsted-weight acrylic yarn: brown for stem (very small amount)

4.0 mm (G) hook

Polyester fiberfill

Tapestry/yarn needle & scissors

Optional: keychain finding or cord

Finished size & sizing notes

Size varies by yarn/hook/stuffing. The “medium” recipe makes a palm-sized pumpkin.

Smaller: work ~20 rows; larger: work 28–30 rows.

Taller/shorter: change the starting chain (rectangle height).

Chunky yarn + larger hook = much bigger pumpkin with same steps.

Why you’ll love it

Fast, gift-friendly, stash-friendly

Clean, photo-ready rib texture (BL-only) helps pumpkins cinch neatly

Clear counts, tidy finish, and shaping that holds up in storage

Format & Delivery

Digital PDF only (no physical item)

Instant download after purchase