Crocheting with beads can bring a unique and elegant twist to your fall decor. The Crochet Pumpkin with Beads pattern by Briana K Designs is an excellent way to get comfortable with this technique. Use this project to create a whole set of chic crochet pumpkins adorned with bead accents. They will make beautiful additions to your fall displays.
Materials for Beaded Crochet Pumpkins
The author recommends two different yarns such as WeCrochet Brava (worsted) or Lion Brand Thick & Quick (super bulky). For the medium-weight yarn, use a 5 mm crochet hook, while a 9 mm hook is needed for the bulky-weight yarn.
Prepare some stuffing to fill the pumpkins and beads of various sizes. You will also need a 1.75 mm hook for the beads.
How To Crochet Pumpkins With Beads
This crochet pumpkin pattern will suit intermediates. The pumpkins are worked flat in rows with slip stitches, then seamed together to shape into a round.
The smaller hook, 1.75 mm, is used to place beads directly into stitches. What you need to do is start by placing a bead on your hook, then pull the loop through the next stitch and pull the loop through the bead. Once you’ve done that, you can switch to your larger hook and continue crocheting as usual.
This method is easy to master and gives beautiful detailing. The author provides also a helpful video tutorial for visual learners.
Creative Uses for Beaded Pumpkins
Incorporate beaded pumpkins into your seasonal displays. Place them on a table as part of a centerpiece or attach smaller pumpkins to a fall wreath. Beaded pumpkins will bring warmth and charm to any decor that ushers in autumn!
