If you’re searching for the perfect fall-themed project to add a touch of handmade charm to your crafts, this Mini Pumpkin is just what you need. These adorable little pumpkins work up quickly, use only a small amount of yarn, and are perfect for decorating hats, scarves, blankets, gift tags, or even creating a festive autumn garland.

Whether you’re a beginner looking for a simple crochet project or an experienced crocheter wanting a quick make for seasonal markets, this stepby-step mini pumpkin applique pattern has you covered.
Skill level
Beginner
Materials
- Schachenmayr Catania (100% Cotton, 125m (137yds)/50g (1.76oz), Sport Weight) Yarn in the following colors
- Orange
- Small amount of Brown for the Stem
- Crochet hook: 3.50 mm
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Abbreviations
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- mr – magic ring
- dc – double crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- sc – single crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- inc – increase (2 sc in next st)
- (nr) – indicates the total number of stitches in the current row/round
Pattern Instructions
Pumpkin

Round 1: 12 dc in mr (12)
Round 2: (sl st, sc) in the first st, 2 hdc each in the next 4 st, (sc, sl st) in the next, (sl st, sc) in the next st, 2 hdc each in the next 4 st, (sc, sl st) in the next st (24)
Finish off.
Stem
Row 1: 4 ch (4)
Row 2: Start in the second chain from the hook: sl st*3 (3)
Finish off. Leave a long stem for sewing.
Sew the stem on the top on the pumpkin, where you finished that piece.

Congratulations! Your pumpkin coaster is now finished. We would love to see your finished coaster in our Facebook Group.
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