This adorable knitted pumpkin is a perfect addition to your autumn decor! Easy to make and fun to display, it's great for beginners looking to craft something cozy and seasonal. You can customize the size and colors to make a unique collection or gift for friends and family.

Knitted Pumpkin Decor

Materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in orange (approximately 100 yards) and beige for the stem (approximately 20 yards)
• Needles: US size 8 (5 mm) knitting needles
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Stitch marker (optional)

Gauge:

16 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch. To measure, knit a 4x4 inch swatch in stockinette stitch and count the stitches. Adjust your needle size if necessary to match the gauge.

Abbreviations:

• st: stitch
• k: knit
• p: purl
• k2tog: knit two stitches together
• p2tog: purl two stitches together
• RS: right side
• WS: wrong side

Pattern Instructions:

Body of the Pumpkin:

1. Cast on 40 stitches in orange yarn.
2. Row 1 (RS): *K1, P1; repeat from * to end.
3. Row 2 (WS): K all stitches.
4. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until you have a piece that is 5 inches tall, or about 30 rows.
5. Next, switch to stockinette stitch (knit all rows) and continue for 2 more inches (about 12 rows).
6. Next, begin decreasing.
   • Row 1: K2tog across the row (20 stitches).
   • Row 2: Purl all stitches.
   • Row 3: K2tog across the row (10 stitches).
   • Row 4: Purl all stitches.
   • Row 5: K2tog across the row (5 stitches). You should have 5 remaining stitches.
7. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread the tail through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the top of the pumpkin. Secure and weave in the end.
8. Stuff the pumpkin with fiberfill until it is firm but squishy.
9. To create sections, use a long piece of yarn (about 18 inches) and stitch down through the center to the bottom, then back up to make a loop. Repeat around the pumpkin for 4-5 sections.

Stem:

1. Using beige yarn, cast on 10 stitches.
2. Knit in garter stitch (knit every row) for about 3 inches.
3. Bind off and cut the yarn, leaving a long tail.
4. Stuff the stem lightly and sew it securely on top of the pumpkin.

Finishing:

Weave in any loose ends using a tapestry needle. For a polished look, consider lightly blocking your pumpkin by steaming it with an iron on a low setting (make sure to protect the yarn). You can also add a few leaves made from green yarn or crochet if you wish.

Optional Variations:

Experiment with different yarn colors for a unique pumpkin patch! You can also make smaller pumpkins by reducing the stitch count.

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