Easy Crochet Rustic Pumpkin Pattern in 3 Sizes + Video Tutorial

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Fall just isn’t complete without a cozy pile of pumpkins — and what better way to decorate than with handmade crochet rustic pumpkins? Whether you want tiny pumpkins for tiered trays, medium ones for a shelf, or a big statement pumpkin for your table centrepiece, this free pattern has you covered!

In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to make 3 sizes of easy crochet rustic pumpkins, perfect for advanced beginners and fun for experienced crocheters too. Plus, there’s a step-by-step video tutorial if you prefer to follow along visually. I also included instructions on how to modify your pumpkin’s size and make it bigger or smaller.

Continue reading for the free crochet rustic pumpkin pattern or buy the ad-free, printable PDF pattern here.

Why You’ll Love This Pattern

✔ Beginner-friendly stitches with a twist — simple enough for new crocheters, but with added texture to keep it interesting
✔ Quick to make — finish each pumpkin in under an hour
✔ Customizable — use any yarn weight, fiber, or color for endless variations
✔ Stash-busting project — perfect way to use up leftover yarn
✔ Versatile — great for fall décor, market prep, or thoughtful handmade gifts

This textured rustic pumpkin is part of my Alpine Crochet Collection, a cozy set of patterns that includes a Christmas stocking, hat, headband, bag and blanket. The front post double crochet cluster stitch gives each project a beautiful, squishy texture that looks intricate but is surprisingly easy to crochet. The Alpine Christmas Stocking has become an all-time reader favorite, and now this pumpkin joins the collection as a fall must-make.

Alpine Crochet Collection:

Christmas Alpine Stocking

Crochet Alpine Tulip Bag

Crochet Alpine Headband

How to Crochet the Rustic Alpine Pumpkin

These pumpkins are worked flat as a simple rectangle, so there’s no tricky shaping involved. Once your piece is ready, just fold it in half and join the short sides together with single crochet stitches to make a tube. Next, take a long piece of yarn and weave a running stitch around one open edge. Pull it tight, and the bottom of your pumpkin will close up nicely.

Now it’s time to add the stuffing. Fill it firmly so your pumpkin looks plump and cozy, then repeat the same running stitch around the top edge and pull it closed. To get that classic pumpkin look, thread your yarn through the center from top to bottom several times, wrapping around the outside and gently pulling to create those rustic ridges.

For the finishing touch, add a cinnamon stick, a little wooden branch, or even a crocheted stem. A bit of jute cord or twine tied around the stem makes it look extra farmhouse-chic. And that’s it — your rustic alpine pumpkin is ready to decorate your home!

Materials you’ll need to crochet the rustic pumpkin

For my pumpkins, I used Lion Brand Wool-Ease, which gives them such a cozy and rustic vibe — perfect for fall décor. The best part is you can really use any yarn you already have in your stash, just make sure to pair it with the right hook size. If you go with a wool blend, an acrylic, or even a yarn with a little extra fuzziness, your pumpkins will stand out beautifully and have even more texture.

If you want to change things up, try using velvet yarn for a soft, plush pumpkin that feels extra luxurious, or go with cotton yarn if you prefer clean, crisp stitches and a more modern look. Chunky yarns also work wonderfully and make your pumpkins bigger and squishier in no time.

And if you love more colorful pumpkins, try using variegated yarn. It’s a fun way to match your home décor or bring in a pop of extra color without switching yarns. The shifting shades give each pumpkin a unique look, almost like they’ve been painted with autumn tones.

Crochet Hook Size

For these rustic pumpkins, I used a 4.5 mm crochet hook. The great thing about this pattern is that gauge isn’t important, so you don’t have to stress about it. Feel free to use whatever hook size feels comfortable with your chosen yarn — larger hooks will give you a looser, softer look, while smaller hooks will make your stitches tighter and your pumpkin a little sturdier.

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Materials:

-worsted weight yarn or any yarn you have in your stash

-crochet hook size 4.5mm or any suitable hook

-fiberfill for stuffing

-tapestry needle

Abbreviations:

ch- chain

sc- single crochet

dc- double crochet

sl st- slip stitch

hdc- half double crochet

FPcl-Front post double crochet cluster (see special stitch below)

BLO- back loop only

Special stitch

FPcl- Front Post double crochet cluster stitch- Make 2 Front post double crochet together in 1 stitch

FPcl beginner-friendly version: YO, insert your hook from front to back to front around post(vertical bar) of specified st and draw up a loop; YO and draw through 2 loops; YO, insert hook again from front to back to front around post of same st and draw up a loop; YO and draw through 2 loops; YO and draw through 3 loops; FRcl made.

Crochet Rustic Pumpkin Video Tutorial

Click HERE to watch the step-by-step Video Tutorial!

If you’re more of a visual learner, I’ve got you covered!

Along with the written instructions, I’ve created a step-by-step video tutorial that walks you through the entire process of making the Rustic Alpine Pumpkin. From crocheting the rectangle, to seaming, cinching, stuffing, and shaping, you’ll see exactly how each step is done. Even if you’re a beginner, you’ll be able to follow along and have a beautiful pumpkin finished in no time.

Crochet Rustic Pumpkin Pattern

Pattern notes:

The Rustic Alpine Pumpkin is worked back and forth in rows. At the end of each row, you will chain 1 and turn your work, but remember — the chain 1 is never counted as a stitch.

For easier shaping and to create the rustic texture, the first two and last two stitches of every row are worked in the back loop only (BLO). The only exception is Row 4, where all stitches are worked in BLO to add extra definition and make the texture stand out.

When starting your foundation chain leave a longer tail around 7-10 inches for bottom closure later.

Instruction- Size Small

Row 1: Ch 22, sl.st in 2nd from your hook, sl.st in next, dc in each st till you have 2 left, sl.st in last 2, ch 1, turn (21)

Row 2: sl.st in next 2 BLO, dc in next, *FPcl in first, dc in next* rep till last 2 sts, sl.st in last 2 BLO, ch 1, turn (21)

Row 3:sl.st in next 2 BLO, hdc in each st till last 2, sl.st in last 2 BLO, ch 1, turn (21)

In row 4 we will work in BLO throughout the whole row.

Row 4: sl.st in next 2, sc in each st till last 2, sl.st in last 2, ch 1, turn (21)

Row 5: sl.st in next 2 BLO, dc in each st till last 2, sl.st in last 2, ch 1, turn (21)

Repeat rows 2-5 nine times. On the last repeat skip the last 2 rows and finish with hdc row (row 3). This will help for invisible joining of the sides. Don’t fasten off. We will continue on closing the sides.

How to turn your rectangle into a tube

Once you finish crocheting your rectangle, it’s time to turn it into a tube. Chain 1 and turn your work, making sure the right side is facing you. To join, insert your hook through the front loop of the first stitch on the working edge and then through the first stitch on the opposite edge. Make a slip stitch to secure. Continue slip stitching across, joining both sides together until the seam is closed.

Bottom Closure

After turning the rectangle into a tube, it’s time to close the bottom of your rustic pumpkin. Take the long yarn tail you left at the beginning and thread it onto a tapestry needle.

You’ll notice that the edge has little ridges from working in the BLO with slip stitches — that’s exactly where we’ll sew. Insert your needle through the top loop of each ridged edge stitch all the way around. Once you’ve gone through every stitch, pull the yarn tight to cinch the bottom closed, then secure it with a firm knot.

Stuffing

Once the bottom is closed, it’s time to add the stuffing. Start by taking small amounts of fiberfill and tucking them into the sides of the pumpkin first, leaving the center empty. Once the sides are nicely shaped, begin filling the middle with more stuffing until the pumpkin is plump and firm. This method helps the pumpkin hold its shape better and makes the shaping process much easier.

Closing the Top & Adding a Stem

To close the top of your pumpkin, simply repeat the same steps you used for the bottom closure. Thread your long yarn tail onto a tapestry needle and weave through the top loops of each stitch all the way around. Begin pulling the yarn to close the opening slightly.

If you want to add a cinnamon stick or wooden stem, this is the perfect time. Place the stick right in the center of your pumpkin, then pull the yarn tight to close the opening fully, wrapping the stitches snugly around the stem. This will secure it in place and give your pumpkin that rustic farmhouse charm.

For extra security, you can also add a little hot glue around the base of the stick so it doesn’t shift or come loose over time.

Rustic Pumpkin pattern- size Medium

Size Medium

The medium pumpkin is made using the same pattern as the small size, with just a few changes to the starting chain and the number of repeats.

• Starting chain: Ch 26
• Row repeats: Work Rows 2–5 a total of 11 times

Once your rectangle is finished, close the sides, bottom, and top just as you did for the small pumpkin. Add stuffing, shape the ridges, and finish with your choice of stem.

Rustic Pumpkin Pattern- size Large

Size Large

The large pumpkin follows the same pattern as the small and medium sizes. The only difference is the starting chain and the number of repeats.

• Starting chain: Ch 30
• Row repeats: Work Rows 2–5 a total of 13 times

When your rectangle is complete, seam the sides, cinch the bottom, stuff firmly, and close the top just as you did for the smaller sizes. Finish it off with your favourite stem for a big, cozy statement pumpkin.

How to Modify Your Pumpkin Pattern

Buy the pdf with sizing chart HERE.

One of the best things about this rustic pumpkin pattern is how easy it is to adjust the size. If you’d like a smaller pumpkin, simply start with a shorter beginning chain and work fewer row repeats. For a larger pumpkin, do the opposite — make a longer starting chain and add more row repeats.

The starting chain will determine the height of your pumpkin, while the number of row repeats will determine the width (and ultimately how round or plump it looks once stuffed).

You can also experiment with different yarn weights and hook sizes. Bulky yarn with a larger hook will create an oversized, squishy pumpkin, while lighter yarn with a smaller hook will give you a dainty mini pumpkin.

In short:

• Shorter chain + fewer repeats = smaller pumpkin
• Longer chain + more repeats = bigger pumpkin

Stacking Your Pumpkins

One of my favourite ways to display these rustic pumpkins is to stack them. Because they come in three different sizes, they sit beautifully on top of each other, creating a charming tiered centerpiece.

Place the largest pumpkin at the bottom, the medium one in the middle, and the small one on top. You can secure them with a little hot glue if you’d like a permanent stack, or simply balance them together so you can rearrange them whenever you decorate. Add a bit of jute cord, ribbon, or even some faux leaves between layers for that perfect farmhouse look.

More Fall Patterns You’ll Love 🍂✨

If you enjoyed making the Rustic Alpine Pumpkin, here are a couple more cozy fall projects to try next:

• 🎃 Easy Crochet Pumpkin for Beginners – A simple pattern that’s perfect if you know single crochet and half double crochet stitches. Quick, cute, and beginner-friendly!
• 🧙‍♂️ Pumpkin Fall Gnome – Add a touch of whimsy to your décor with this adorable gnome that pairs perfectly with your pumpkin collection.

These patterns all work beautifully together, whether you’re decorating your home for autumn, prepping for a craft fair, or making thoughtful seasonal gifts.

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