Welcome to our Chunky Harvest Pumpkin Crochet Pattern! I’ve designed so many pumpkin patterns and made countless pumpkins over the years, but this past September a good friend asked if I could donate some for a charity auction. Of course, I couldn’t resist whipping up a brand-new design! Since I’ve been swamped getting the fall garment collection ready and wrapping up the Fall for Ami collection, I knew it had to be something quick and easy. That’s exactly what the Chunky Harvest Pumpkins are: fast, fun, and perfect for fall!
Crochet pumpkins are always a favourite! One of my favourite ways to decorate is by styling different pumpkin designs together for a unique and cozy display. If you’re after a more traditional look, check out my Knit-Look Rustic Pumpkins. For something fancier and more detailed, try the Cozy Cottage Cable Pumpkin. My newest design, the Chunky Herringbone Pumpkins, is truly stunning or go retro with the Fall For Granny Pumpkins! Start creating your very own pumpkin patch today!
Yarn Requirments
Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick
Table of Contents
Super Bulky Weight #6
80% acrylic, 20% Wool, Solids: 106 yds / 170g
Prints & Stripes: 87 yds / 140g
Mary Maxim Canada or WeCrochet
Shown in Oatmeal, Spice, Grey Marble, Mustard, and Fisherman
S (M, L) 35 (55, 85) Yards
OR Mary Maxim Prism (CDN) DK Weight #3, Held Double 290yds/100g, 100% Acrylic Shown in Desert Sunset, 2 balls for set or 45 (90, 150) Yards
If you want to use Worsted Weight, check out my Country Harvest Pumpkin pattern
Sizes
Skill Level
Gauge
Wool-Ease: 5.5 sts and 3.5 rows equal to 2″ in pattern with 7mm hook
Prism: 9 sts and 5 rows equal to 2″ in pattern with 6mm hook
Substituting Yarn
The Chunky Herringbone Pumpkin is made with Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick, which is slightly thicker than many The Chunky Harvest Pumpkin is made with Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick, which is slightly thicker than many other super bulky weight yarns. If substituting with a lighter yarn, such as Bernat Softee Chunky, you may want to use a smaller hook to achieve a dense fabric.
Before beginning, it is highly recommended to create a gauge swatch. Taking the time to swatch will help ensure your stitch tension works well with this pattern, which is especially important if you are substituting yarn or if the recommended yarn is unavailable. A swatch also allows you to test how your chosen yarn feels—whether it’s too loose, too stiff, or just right for shaping sturdy pumpkins.
For this type of amigurumi project, the exact finished size is not critical. What matters most is creating a firm, dense fabric so the stuffing does not show through and the pumpkin stack holds its shape. If your stitches appear too loose or gaps are visible, try using a smaller hook. If the fabric feels overly tight or difficult to work with, move up a hook size. Adjusting your hook will help you find the right balance between ease of stitching and durability.
This is also a great opportunity to experiment with different yarn weights and colours to create unique pumpkins. Try traditional orange pumpkins, rustic neutral tones, or even bold, playful colours for a whimsical touch.
We’ve provided a list of suitable yarn substitutes on the following page. You can also create a bulky-weight yarn by holding 2-3 strands of worsted-weight yarn together. This not only gives you flexibility with colour combinations but also makes it easy to use up leftover yarn in your stash.
Suitable Yarn Substitutes for Wool Ease Thick & Quick
Premier Basix Super Bulky 98yds/100g
PREMIER BASIX CHUNKY YARN CDN) – 117yds/100g
Crochet Hooks Required
Abbreviations
Blo – Back Loop Only
Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
Flo – Front Loop Only
Rep – Repeat
RS – Right Side
Sc – Single Crochet
Sl St – Slip Stitch
Sp(s) – Space(s)
St(s) – Stitch(es)
WS – Wrong Side
Linked Sl St – Ch 1, 1 sc in the first st, *pick up a loop in the same st, pick up a loop in the next st, pull that loop through the 2 loops on the hook; rep from * across, end with a sc in the last st, turn.
Stacked Single Crochet –
Stacked Sc – Insert hook through the first st and work a sc. Insert hook through the 2nd bar of the sc st just made, work a sc st. You have now stacked two sc sts.
Video Tutorial For The Chunky Harvest Pumpkins
Learn how to crochet the Chunky Harvest Pumpkins. This tutorial features the medium size. It’s a quick and cozy fall project using Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick and a simple ribbed crochet stitch that creates rich, rustic texture. I walk through the stitch pattern slowly to help you succeed, with clear step-by-step guidance. Follow along to make individual pumpkins or stack them into festive seasonal décor. The pattern includes three sizes plus a bonus printable pumpkin tag template, perfect for gifts and craft markets.
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In this video, we’ll guide you through each step of the pattern, allowing you to create these quick and easy pumpkins!
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This pattern requires a beginner skill level.
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Pattern
S (M, L)
Notes: The pattern is worked from the side across in rows. Each size is written out separately. Begin by leaving a long tail of yarn at the start, which will be used later for finishing. Tip: Crochet loosely for the wrong side row.
Small
Row 1 (RS):
Ch 14, work 1 dc in the back hump of the 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn—12 sts.
Row 2 (WS):
Ch 1 (not included as a st here and throughout), work 1 sc in the first st, 1 linked sl st in each st across, ending with a sc in the last st, turn—12 sts.
Row 3:
Ch 1 (not included as a st here and throughout), 1 stacked sc in the blo first st, 1 dc in the blo of each stitch across, turn—12 sts.
Rows 4-15:
Rep Row 2 and 3, ending on the RS of work. Ch 1, fold the rectangle in half WS facing and slip stitch the short ends together to form a tube.
Bottom Closure
Round 1:
Ch 1, work 1 sc in every other row around the edge for a total of 8 sts, sl st in the first sc to join. Fasten off with a tail for seaming. Using a yarn needle, weave through every other stitch and pull tight to close the bottom. Weave the tail around again to secure and tighten, then weave in the opposite direction and trim. Skip to finishing.
Medium
Row 1 (RS):
Ch 20, work 1 dc in the back hump of the 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn—18 sts.
Row 2 (WS):
Ch 1 (not included as a st here and throughout), work 1 sc in the first st, 1 linked sl st in each st across, ending with a sc in the last st, turn—18 sts.
Row 3:
Ch 1 (not included as a st here and throughout), 1 stacked sc in the blo first st, 1 dc in the blo of each stitch across, turn—18 sts.
Rows 4-21:
Rep Row 2 and 3, ending on the RS of work. Ch 1, fold the rectangle in half WS facing and slip stitch the short ends together to form a tube.
Bottom Closure
Round 1:
Ch 1, work 1 sc in every other row around the edge for a total of 11 sts, sl st in the first sc to join. Fasten off with a tail for seaming. Using a yarn needle, weave through every other stitch and pull tight to close the bottom. Weave the tail around again to secure and tighten, then, weave in the opposite direction and trim. Skip to finishing.
Large
Row 1 (RS):
Ch 26, work 1 dc in the back hump of the 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn—24 sts.
Row 2 (WS):
Ch 1 (not included as a st here and throughout), work 1 sc in the first st, 1 linked sl st in each st across, ending with a sc in the last st, turn—24 sts.
Row 3:
Ch 1 (not included as a st here and throughout), 1 stacked sc in the blo first st, 1 dc in the blo of each stitch across, turn—24 sts.
Rows 4-27:
Rep Row 2 and 3, ending on the RS of work. Ch 1, fold the rectangle in half WS facing and slip stitch the short ends together to form a tube.
Bottom Closure
Round 1:
Ch 1, work 1 sc in every other row around the edge for a total of 14 sts, sl st in the first sc to join. Fasten off with a tail for seaming. Using a yarn needle, weave through every other stitch and pull tight to close the bottom. Weave the tail around again to secure and tighten, then weave in the opposite direction and trim.
Assembly & Finishing
Stuff the pumpkin with polyester fill. Join to the starting tail, ch 1, and work 1 sc in every other row around the top. Using a yarn needle, weave the yarn through every other stitch and pull tight to close. Weave the tail around and back in the opposite direction to secure.
With the long yarn tail from the top closure, create indents by wrapping around every 2nd dc row. Insert the needle through the bottom closure and bring it back up through the top. Skip one dc row and repeat this step around the pumpkin. Note: The Medium pumpkin will not end evenly, so one section will have a slightly larger space between indents.
Finish by gluing a cinnamon stick into the centre for the stem. Embellish with a twine bow or ribbon if desired.
For stacked décor, arrange pumpkins in sets for added height and impact.
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