If classic fall-themed colorways are not really your thing, go make these cute Pastel Pumpkins by Flo and Dot! The pattern works up fast and is very beginner-friendly. Their cute design will perfectly match children’s room decor as well as modern interiors.
Choosing the Right Yarn Shades for Pastel Pumpkins
You can create these crochet pumpkins using any color palette you wish – they will look absolutely stunning made in fierce orangy shades or deep brown hues. For now, however, let’s focus on pastels.
Use pastel pink colors separated by a few tones, like the ones shown in the photos, for a coordinated pumpkin set. Prefer bigger contrasts? Then try mint green, sky blue, or butter yellow colors for a beautiful pastel mix. I’m sure you will come up with many beautiful combinations!
How the Pastel Pumpkin Is Crocheted
For this pastel pumpkin crochet pattern, you need to know just two simple stitches – single crochet and half double crochet.
The pumpkin is worked in rows as a rectangular panel, which many find easier than crocheting in the round. Once it’s ready, you will join both ends together and close the bottom to stuff your piece. The last step involves cinching the top closed and crocheting the stem.
How Do I Keep My Pastel Pumpkins From Looking Flat?
Without its plump appearance, the pumpkin loses all charm. To make sure your pieces are round and delightfully squishy, be sure to stuff them properly before closing the top. For this, you can use polyfill or yarn scraps from your stash.
Another important thing that you can do is to thread yarn through the pumpkin a few times. This will create a slightly squashed centre, giving the pumpkin an adorable plump look.
