Harvest Moon Pumpkin Trio Free Pattern – Crocheted Heirloom Country Pumpkins

Bring the charm of a rustic autumn farmhouse to your shelf with this delightful trio of crocheted pumpkins in warm, earthy tones. Each pumpkin features a unique textured stitch and a curly vine, making them perfect for seasonal décor or heartfelt handmade gifts. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting your amigurumi journey, this beginner-friendly pattern will guide you through creating heirloom-quality pumpkins that capture the cozy essence of fall.

This pattern creates three pumpkins of different sizes: Large (Burnt Orange), Medium (Sage Green), and Small (Cream). Each pumpkin is worked in continuous spiral rounds, giving them a smooth, seamless finish. The classic ribbed texture is achieved through simple indentation techniques, and the curly vines add that perfect farmhouse touch. Display them on a mantel, in a wooden bowl, or gift them to someone special – these pumpkins are sure to become treasured keepsakes.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies:

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn in three colors:
  • Burnt Orange (approx. 100g)
  • Sage Green (approx. 100g)
  • Cream (approx. 100g)
  • Small amounts of Brown (for stems)
  • Small amounts of Dark Green (for vines)
• Crochet Hook: Size G/6 (4.0 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
• Gauge: 4 sc x 4 rows = 1 inch in single crochet
• Fiberfill stuffing for a plush, firm finish
• Stitch marker to keep track of rounds
• Tapestry needle for sewing and weaving in ends
• Scissors

Step-by-Step Instructions

This pattern creates three pumpkins of different sizes: Large (Burnt Orange), Medium (Sage Green), and Small (Cream). Each pumpkin is worked in continuous spiral rounds. Use a stitch marker to keep track of rounds.

LARGE PUMPKIN (Burnt Orange)

Body (make 1)

Work in continuous spiral rounds. Place a stitch marker at the beginning of each round and move it up as you work.

• R1: Magic ring, 6 sc in ring. (6)
• R2: Inc in each st around. (12)
• R3: (Sc in next st, inc) around. (18)
• R4: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc) around. (24)
• R5: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc) around. (30)
• R6: (Sc in next 4 sts, inc) around. (36)
• R7: (Sc in next 5 sts, inc) around. (42)
• R8: (Sc in next 6 sts, inc) around. (48)
• R9-R18: Sc in each st around. (48) – 10 rounds even
• R19: (Sc in next 6 sts, dec) around. (42)
• R20: (Sc in next 5 sts, dec) around. (36)
• R21: (Sc in next 4 sts, dec) around. (30)
• R22: (Sc in next 3 sts, dec) around. (24)
• R23: (Sc in next 2 sts, dec) around. (18)

Stuff firmly with fiberfill. Make sure to stuff the sides well to create a nice round shape.

• R24: (Sc in next st, dec) around. (12)
• R25: Dec around. (6)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Thread the tail through a tapestry needle and weave it through the front loops of the remaining 6 stitches. Pull tight to close the opening, then secure the yarn by weaving it through the body a few times.

Stem (make 1)

Using Brown yarn:

• Ch 6.
• Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (5)

Fasten off, leaving a tail. Sew the stem to the top center of the pumpkin. Position it slightly off-center for a more natural look.

Vine (make 1)

Using Dark Green yarn:

• Ch 20.
• Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, then (sl st in next ch, ch 3, sl st in same ch) repeat across.

Fasten off, leaving a tail. Sew the vine next to the stem, curling it around naturally. The ch-3 loops will create a lovely curly effect.

MEDIUM PUMPKIN (Sage Green)

Body (make 1)

Work in continuous spiral rounds as before.

• R1: Magic ring, 6 sc in ring. (6)
• R2: Inc in each st around. (12)
• R3: (Sc in next st, inc) around. (18)
• R4: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc) around. (24)
• R5: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc) around. (30)
• R6: (Sc in next 4 sts, inc) around. (36)
• R7-R14: Sc in each st around. (36) – 8 rounds even
• R15: (Sc in next 4 sts, dec) around. (30)
• R16: (Sc in next 3 sts, dec) around. (24)
• R17: (Sc in next 2 sts, dec) around. (18)

Stuff firmly with fiberfill.

• R18: (Sc in next st, dec) around. (12)
• R19: Dec around. (6)

Fasten off, weave through front loops of remaining 6 stitches, pull tight, and secure.

Stem and Vine

Follow the same instructions as the large pumpkin, but make the vine with ch 15 instead of ch 20. Sew the stem and vine to the top of the pumpkin.

SMALL PUMPKIN (Cream)

Body (make 1)

Work in continuous spiral rounds.

• R1: Magic ring, 6 sc in ring. (6)
• R2: Inc in each st around. (12)
• R3: (Sc in next st, inc) around. (18)
• R4: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc) around. (24)
• R5-R10: Sc in each st around. (24) – 6 rounds even
• R11: (Sc in next 2 sts, dec) around. (18)
• R12: (Sc in next st, dec) around. (12)

Stuff firmly with fiberfill.

• R13: Dec around. (6)

Fasten off, weave through front loops of remaining 6 stitches, pull tight, and secure.

Stem and Vine

Follow the same instructions as the large pumpkin, but make the vine with ch 12. Sew the stem and vine to the top of the pumpkin.

Finishing Touches

Creating the Classic Pumpkin Ridges:

To give your pumpkins that beautiful ribbed texture, thread a long piece of matching yarn (Burnt Orange for the large pumpkin, Sage Green for the medium, and Cream for the small) through a tapestry needle. Insert the needle from the bottom center to the top center of the pumpkin, pull gently to create an indentation, and wrap the yarn around the outside to create 6-8 segments. Repeat this process for each segment, spacing them evenly around the pumpkin. Secure the yarn ends by weaving them into the body.

Optional Leaf Decoration:

Add a charming leaf to each pumpkin using Sage Green yarn (or a contrasting color):

• Ch 8.
• Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next, dc in next 3, hdc in next, sc in last.
• Work down the other side of the chain: sc in next, hdc in next, dc in next 3, hdc in next, sc in last.

Fasten off, leaving a tail. Sew the leaf to the base of the stem for a finished look.

Assembly and Display

Arrange your three pumpkins together on a rustic wooden table, mantel, or in a decorative bowl. The varying sizes and earthy tones create a beautiful, cohesive display that captures the essence of autumn. These pumpkins also make wonderful handmade gifts – wrap them in tissue paper with a sprig of dried lavender for a personal touch.

Your Harvest Moon Pumpkin Trio is now complete! Enjoy the cozy farmhouse charm they bring to your home, and don't forget to share your creations with fellow crochet enthusiasts. Happy crocheting!