This highly decorative pumpkin is perfect for those trick or treat moments. It has a space inside to keep some yummy treats. This pattern clearly details every stitch you will need to complete this pumpkin with lots of photographs. I also have videos on my Instagram account explaining each stitch and technique @makemeroardesign.

Stitches you will learn include: Bobble Stitch, Spike Stitch, Surface Crochet. You will also learn some simple embroidery and working in the round. Although this pattern looks complicated it’s actually fairly simple once you get a hang of the stitches. Please look at the photo showing the pattern layout to give you an idea of how the pattern looks.

Skill level: Intermediate
Size: 17cm tall and 20cm wide when using the yarn suggested and a 2.5mm hook

To make this Pumpkin you will need:
Scheepjes Catona, 4 ply, 100% Mercerised Cotton. This yarn comes in three different weight balls (10g, 25g & 50g). I have indicated how much you’ll need next to each colour.
388 Rust (50g ball + 25g ball)
189 Royal Orange (50g ball)
130 Old Lace (25g ball)
411 Sweet Orange (50g ball x 2)
383 Ginger Gold (25g ball)
507 Chocolate (10g ball)
281 Tangerine (25g ball)
395 Willow (10g ball)

2.5mm (US E/4) crochet hook
Polyester toy filling
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Some cardboard

NB: You can use other yarn but bear in mind if it is any thicker the pumpkin may come out quite a lot bigger.

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