Crochet the coziest autumnal pillow of your dreams with this pumpkin pillow pattern! Crocheted with super bulky weight yarn, this pillow can be made in just a few days for a quick and easy way to bring a little autumnal charm into your space.
It’s been two years since I last released a crochet pumpkin pattern (see my other pumpkin patterns here)! I actually had the idea for this design last year, but I simply didn’t have enough time to bring this design to life, so I archived the idea for another time. I’m so thrilled to be sharing this ultra cozy design with you this year!
I don’t crochet with super bulky weight yarn much anymore, so I’m always pleasantly surprised with how quickly projects work up in a thicker yarn. This pumpkin pillow is no different! I was able to crochet the larger size in just a few days, and the smaller pillow can be crocheted in just a day! While you can use any super bulky weight yarn, I definitely recommend using Bernat Blanket yarn. This yarn is what gives this pillow the plushy, soft, coziness that we all want with a crochet pillow!
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Skill Level: Easy
Materials
Yarn: I used Bernat Blanket Yarn in Sand (large pumpkin), White (small pumpkin), and Taupe (stem)
- Large Pumpkin: 220 yards
- Small Pumpkin: 125 yards
- Stem: 10 yards
Hook: 8.00mm crochet hook
Notions:
- Tapestry needle
- Poly filling
Notes
This pattern is written in standard American crochet terms
Size: This are approximate measurements, after stuffing the pumpkin. The size may vary based on how little or much the pumpkin is stuffed.
Small
- Diameter: 10 inches
- Height: 5 inches
Large
- Diameter: 14 inches
- Height: 8 inches
Gauge: After 3 rounds following the pattern, the diameter should be approximately 4 inches
Abbreviations:
Sl st: Slip Stitch
Ch: Chain
Sc: Single Crochet
Hhdc: Herringbone Half Double Crochet
Yarn over, insert hook into st, yarn over, pull through st AND first loop on hook (this is similar to a slip stitch). 2 loops on hook. Yarn over, pull through both loops.
Hhdc tog: Herringbone Half Double Crochet Together
Yarn over, insert hook into st, yarn over, pull through st AND first loop on hook. Yarn over insert hook into next st, yarn over, pull through st AND first loop on hook, yarn over pull through all loops on hook.
Pattern
Small
Make a magic circle, ch 1.
Round 1: Work 8 hhdc into the magic circle (8 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 2: Work 2 hhdc in each st (16 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 3: *1 hhdc in first st, 2 hhdc in next st* repeat around (24 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 4: *1 hhdc in 2 sts, 2 hhdc in next st* repeat around (32 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 5: *1 hhdc in 3 sts, 2 hhdc in next st* repeat around (40 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 6: *1 hhdc in 4 sts, 2 hhdc in next st* repeat around (48 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 7: *1 hhdc in 5 sts, 2 hhdc in next st* repeat around (56 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 8-16: 1hhdc in every st (56 sts). Sl st into the first st, ch 1.
Round 17: *1 hhdc in 5 sts, 1 hhdc tog in next st* repeat around (48 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 18: *1 hhdc in 4 sts, 1 hhdc tog in next st* repeat around (40 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 19: *1 hhdc in 3 sts, 1 hhdc tog in next st* repeat around (32 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 20: *1 hhdc in 2 sts, 1 hhdc tog in next st* repeat around (24 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
NOTE: At this point I recommend stuffing the pumpkin.
Round 21: *1 hhdc in 1 st, 1 hhdc tog in next st* repeat around (16 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 22: Work hhdc tog around (8 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Fasten off, leaving a LONG tail.
Large
Make a magic circle, ch 1.
Round 1: Work 8 hhdc into the magic circle (8 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 2: Work 2 hhdc in each st (16 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 3: *1 hhdc in first st, 2 hhdc in next st* repeat around (24 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 4: *1 hhdc in 2 sts, 2 hhdc in next st* repeat around (32 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 5: *1 hhdc in 3 sts, 2 hhdc in next st* repeat around (40 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 6: *1 hhdc in 4 sts, 2 hhdc in next st* repeat around (48 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 7: *1 hhdc in 5 sts, 2 hhdc in next st* repeat around (56 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 8: *1 hhdc in 6 sts, 2 hhdc in next st* repeat around (64 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 9: *1 hhdc in 7 sts, 2 hhdc in next st* repeat around (72 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 10-23: 1hhdc in every st (72 sts). Sl st into the first st, ch 1.
Round 24: *1 hhdc in 7 sts, 1 hhdc tog in next st* repeat around (64 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 25: *1 hhdc in 6 sts, 1 hhdc tog in next st* repeat around (56 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 26: *1 hhdc in 5 sts, 1 hhdc tog in next st* repeat around (48 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 27: *1 hhdc in 4 sts, 1 hhdc tog in next st* repeat around (40 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 28: *1 hhdc in 3 sts, 1 hhdc tog in next st* repeat around (32 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 29: *1 hhdc in 2 sts, 1 hhdc tog in next st* repeat around (24 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
NOTE: I recommend stuffing the pillow of this point, before the hole gets too small.
Round 30: *1 hhdc in 1 s, 1 hhdc tog in next st* repeat around (16 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Round 31: Work hhdc tog around (8 sts). Sl st into first st, ch 1.
Fasten off, leaving a LONG tail.
Stem
Make a magic circle, ch 1.
Round 1: Work 8 sc into the magic circle (8 sts). You will be working in a continuous spiral, meaning you will not be joining at the end of each round.
Round 2: Work 1 sc in every st (8 sts)
Repeat round 2 for a total of 7 rounds for the small pumpkin and 10 rounds for the large pumpkin.
Fasten off leaving a tail for sewing the stem to the pumpkin.
Stuff the stem.
Assembly
Wip stitch the stem to the pumpkin
- To make the indentions, insert the needle through the bottom center. Pull up through the top center and pull slightly to make a more defined indention.
- Evenly work a total of 6 indentions around the pumpkin.
- Weave in loose ends
NOTE: if you need a visual for how to make the indentions. I have this video tutorial for a different pumpkin pattern, but the technique is the exact same. The indention tutorial starts at 8:36
I hope you enjoy this adorable pumpkin pillow! Be sure to tag me on Instagram with your cozy pumpkin, I would love to see it!
xo, Grace
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