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Pumpkin Plush Hat Pattern (crochet)

Pumpkin Plush Hat Pattern (crochet)
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Snug Essential

Everyday comfort with practical charm, designed for both functionality and style through changing seasons.

About This Pumpkin Plush Hat Pattern (crochet)

This pattern makes a plush pumpkin hat with pronounced outer ribbing and a crocheted stem. Youll work the hat base in rounds, add perpendicular ribbing rows for pumpkin texture, and finish with stuffing and a stem. It uses super bulky yarn and a large 10mm hook so the project works up quickly and yields a warm, squishy accessory.

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The instructions include full stitch counts, detailed row notes, and finishing steps for stuffing and assembly. Customize the size by adding/subtracting increasing or non-increasing rounds to fit different head circumferences.

Why You'll Love This Pumpkin Plush Hat Pattern (crochet)

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns a simple hat into a playful seasonal accessory with a lot of personality. I enjoy how the perpendicular ribbing creates a pronounced pumpkin texture that looks great in photos and in person. The pattern works up quickly thanks to the super-bulky yarn, so I can make one as a weekend project and still have time to add details. Sewing the stem and tendrils is one of my favorite finishing steps because it brings the whole pumpkin look together. I hope you feel as delighted as I do when you see the finished hat stacked with other autumn decor.

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Switch Things Up

I love customizing this pumpkin hat by swapping yarn colors — try soft pastels for a whimsical look or deep rust and olive for a rustic fall palette.

If you want a larger or smaller hat, change the yarn weight and hook size; bulky yarn with a larger hook creates a chunkier hat while thinner yarn with a smaller hook makes a smaller, denser hat.

I often change the height of the base cap by adding or removing non-increasing rounds to make the hat slouchier or more fitted depending on my mood.

Experiment with the ribbing chain length to vary how pronounced the pumpkin segments are — shorter chains give tighter ribs while longer chains produce taller ribs.

Try substituting Bernat Blanket Yarn or other textured super-bulky yarns for a fluffier, more pronounced rib effect and different hand feel.

I sometimes make the stem taller by adding a few extra rounds before fastening off, or stuff the stem lightly to make it sturdier and more sculptural.

For a wearable everyday hat, omit stuffing and skip the stuffing and closing steps so the hat is soft and flexible rather than plush.

Add embellishments like embroidered leaves, a small crocheted leaf, or buttons around the stem for a personalized finish that suits your style.

If you want a kid-sized version, reduce the number of increase rounds in the base cap and shorten the ribbing repeats to match smaller head measurements.

I also like to make coordinating sets — a pumpkin hat paired with a small pumpkin plush or mittens using the same yarn makes a charming gift collection.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping a stitch marker at the beginning of rounds can make increases and rounds lose alignment; place a marker at the first stitch of every round and move it each round to keep track of the beginning. ✗ Not checking gauge with the recommended 10mm hook will change the hat size and texture; make a small gauge swatch (10 HDC x 2 rows) and adjust hook size or number of rounds to match the measurements. ✗ Overstuffing the hat when finishing will make the shape hard to wear and distort the ribbing; stuff gradually in small handfuls and check the fit by trying the hat on as you go. ✗ Forgetting to work in the correct loop (BLO or FLO) will ruin the intended pumpkin texture; follow the instructions carefully and mark rows that use BLO or FLO so you do not accidentally work the wrong loop. ✗ Incorrect chain length for the ribbing foundation will make the rib rows too tall or too short; chain the recommended 16 (or adjust but keep an even number) and lay it against the base to confirm the height before proceeding.

Pumpkin Plush Hat Pattern (crochet)

Make a cozy, textured pumpkin-inspired hat that doubles as a playful autumn accessory. This pattern guides you step-by-step through the base cap, ribbing, stuffing, and stem so you can create a full plush pumpkin hat. Youll use super-bulky yarn and a large hook for quick progress and bold stitch definition. Perfect for gifting or seasonal wear, this hat has a charming stem and vine details to finish the look.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Pumpkin Plush Hat Pattern (crochet)

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick And Quick Yarn in Pumpkin - Weight Category: 6 super bulky - 1.5-2 skeins (approximately 106 yards per skein)
  • 02
    Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick And Quick Yarn in Kale (for stem) - Weight Category: 6 super bulky - 2-3 yards
  • 03
    Bernat Blanket Yarn in Pumpkin Spice (optional alternative for a more pronounced ribbing) - category 6 super bulky - amount as desired
  • 04
    Poly-Fil Premium Polyester Fiber Fill - approximately 4-5 handfuls for stuffing

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 10mm (US N/P)
  • 02
    1 yarn needle (large plastic or metal needle for sewing and for weaving in ends)
  • 03
    Stitch marker
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Polyester stuffing (Poly-Fil)

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— Hat Base Cap :

Infos :

Notes for the hat base cap: I’m alternating the placements of the increases to make the base round rather than hexagonal. Feel free to add or subtract an increase round to better fit your head size, just be sure your stitch count is a multiple of 6. The following stitch counts will be based on the number of stitches I state and use in the pattern, so be sure to adjust accordingly if you made any changes. Feel free to add or subtract a regular round (non-increasing round) to better fit the depth of your head. I recommend making the hat a bit deeper for a snugger fit so it doesn’t fall off as easily once it’s stuffed.

Info :

Color: Pumpkin

Round 1 :

Magic circle with 6 single crochet (SC) inside. You should have 6 stitches in your round. (6)

Round 2 :

In this round you increase in every stitch. SC into the first stitch in the round and use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of the round. SC into the same stitch. Put 2 SC (SC INC) in each of the next 5 stitches until the end of the round (our increases). You should now have 12 stitches in your round. (12)

Round 3 :

In this round you increase in every other stitch. SC into the first stitch in the round and use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of the round. SC INC in the next stitch. *SC in the next stitch. SC INC in the next stitch.* Repeat *above* 4 more times. You should have 18 stitches in your round. (18)

Round 4 :

In this round you increase every 2 stitches. SC into the first stitch in the round and use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of the round. SC into the same stitch. (an increase stitch) SC in the next 2 stitches. *SC INC in the next stitch. (an increase stitch) SC in the next 2 stitches.* Repeat *above* 4 more times. You should have 24 stitches in your round. (24)

Round 5 :

In this round you increase every 3 stitches. SC into the first stitch in the round and use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of the round. SC in the next 2 stitches. SC INC in the next stitch. (an increase stitch) *SC in the next 3 stitches. SC INC in the next stitch. (an increase stitch)* Repeat *above* 4 more times. You should have 30 stitches in your round. (30)

Round 6 :

In this round you increase every 4 stitches. SC into the first stitch in the round and use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of the round. SC into the same stitch. (an increase stitch) SC in the next 4 stitches. *SC INC in the next stitch. (an increase stitch) SC in the next 4 stitches.* Repeat *above* 4 more times. You should have 36 stitches in your round. (36)

Round 7 :

In this round you increase every 5 stitches. SC into the first stitch in the round and use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of the round. SC in the next 4 stitches. SC INC in the next stitch. (an increase stitch) *SC in the next 5 stitches. SC INC in the next stitch.* Repeat *above* 4 more times. You should have 42 stitches in your round. (42)

Round 8 :

In this round you increase every 6 stitches. SC into the first stitch in the round and use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of the round. SC into the same stitch. (an increase stitch) SC in the next 6 stitches. *SC INC in the next stitch. (an increase stitch) SC in the next 6 stitches.* Repeat *above* 4 more times. You should have 48 stitches in your round. (48)

Rounds 9-18 :

In these rounds you DON'T increase (regular rounds). SC into the first stitch in the round and use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of the round. SC into the next 47 stitches in the round. You should have 48 stitches in your round. (48)

Round 19 :

In this round you work in the front loops and DON'T increase. SC into the front loop (FLO) of the first stitch in the round and use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of the round. SC FLO into the next 47 stitches in the round. You should have 48 stitches in your round. (48)

— Hat Outer Ribbing :

Infos :

Notes for the hat outer ribbing: These rows will give the hat its pumpkin texture. You'll be working the rows perpendicular to the rounds you just completed above.

Info :

Color: Pumpkin

Row Foundation :

Slip stitch (SS) into the first stitch of the round. Chain 16 and make sure it roughly matches the height of the base cap (from the last round to the magic circle's center) when layed flush against its surface. Feel free to adjust the chain's length but make sure the number of chains is even. Chain 1 and turn.

Row 1 :

In this row you increase. SS in the next 3 stitches. SC in the next 3 stitches. HDC INC in the next stitch. *HDC in the next stitch. HDC INC in the next stitch.* Repeat *above* 4 more times until there is 1 stitch left in the row. Follow this next step if this is the very first time you're doing row 1: HDC the last stitch and the same stitch you chained from (first stitch in the round) together - How-to: Yarn over. Insert hook into stitch. Insert hook into the same stitch you chained from (first stitch in the round). Yarn over. Pull yarn through both stitches on the hook. Yarn over. Pull yarn through all 3 loops on hook. If you're doing the repeated rows: HDC BLO the last stitch and the next stitch in the round together - How-to: Yarn over. Insert hook into last stitch BLO. Insert hook into the next stitch in the round. Yarn over. Pull yarn through stitch and loop on the hook. Yarn over. Pull yarn through all 3 loops on hook. You should have 21 stitches in your row. (21)

Row 2 :

In this row you DON'T increase/decrease (regular row). SS into the next stitch in the round. Turn. HDC in the back loops only (BLO) of the next 15 stitches in the row (skipping SS). SC BLO in the next 3 stitches. SS BLO in the next 3 stitches. Chain 1 and turn. You should have 21 stitches in your row (not counting the chain). (21)

Row 3 :

In this row you DON'T increase/decrease (regular row). SS BLO in the next 3 stitches. SC BLO in the next 3 stitches. HDC BLO in the next 14 stitches. HDC BLO the last stitch and the NEXT stitch in the round together - How-to: Yarn over. Insert hook into last stitch BLO. Insert hook into the next stitch in the round. Yarn over. Pull yarn through stitch and loop on the hook. Yarn over. Pull yarn through all 3 loops on hook. You should have 21 stitches in your row. (21)

Row 4 :

In this row you DON'T increase/decrease (regular row). SS into the next stitch in the round. Turn. HDC BLO in the next 15 stitches in the row (skipping SS). SC BLO in the next 3 stitches. SS BLO in the next 3 stitches. Chain 1 and turn. You should have 21 stitches in your row (not counting the chain). (21)

Row 5 :

In this row you DON'T increase/decrease (regular row). SS BLO in the next 3 stitches. SC BLO in the next 3 stitches. HDC BLO in the next 14 stitches. HDC BLO the last stitch and the next stitch in the round together - How-to: Yarn over. Insert hook into last stitch BLO. Insert hook into the next stitch in the round. Yarn over. Pull yarn through stitch and loop on the hook. Yarn over. Pull yarn through all 3 loops on hook. You should have 21 stitches in your row. (21)

Row 6 :

In this row you decrease. SS into the next stitch in the round. Turn. HDC BLO in first stitch in row (skipping SS). HDC DEC using the next 2 stitches: (a decrease stitch) - How-to: Yarn over. Insert hook into back loop of first stitch. Insert hook into back loop of second stitch. Yarn over. Pull yarn through 2 loops on hook. Yarn over. Pull yarn through all 3 loops on hook. *HDC BLO in next stitch. HDC DEC in next 2 stitches.* Repeat *above* 4 more times. You should have 16 stitches in your row (not counting the chain). (16)

Rows 7-42 :

Repeat rows 1-6 SIX (6) more times. This creates the full set of ribbing repeats that give the hat its pumpkin texture.

Rows 43-47 :

Repeat rows 1-5 ONE (1) more time.

Row 48 (last row) :

In this row you decrease and connect the row to the very first row. Slip stitch (SS) into the next stitch in the round. Turn. *HDC BLO in first stitch in row (skipping SS) and first leftover loop of the very first row's foundation chain together - How-to: Yarn over. Insert hook into back loop of stitch in current row. Insert hook into loop of the chain stitch in the very first row (this should be the loop of the foundation chain that you didn't use to create your first row). Yarn over. Pull yarn through 2 loops on hook. Yarn over. Pull yarn through all 3 loops on hook.* HDC DEC using the next 2 stitches and the next leftover loop of the very first row's foundation chain together (a decrease stitch) - How-to: Yarn over. Insert hook into back loop of stitch in current row. Insert hook into back loop of next stitch in current row. Insert hook into the leftover loop in the very first row's foundation chain. Yarn over. Pull yarn through loops accordingly and finish decrease. Repeat *above* 3 more times. *HDC BLO in next stitch and next leftover loop of the very first row's foundation chain together.* *HDC DEC using the next 2 stitches and the next leftover loop of the very first row's foundation chain together.* Repeat *above* 3 more times. SC BLO the next 3 stitches and the next 3 leftover loops together. SS BLO the next 3 stitches and the next 3 leftover loops together. Fasten off and cut enough yarn to gather the ribbing's edge, sew the gathered edges onto the top of the hat's base cap and to weave in the ends.

— Stuffing & Closing :

Info :

Attach the long tail to your yarn needle. Sew a running stitch through the very end loops along the edges of the rows until you round back to where you started. Start stuffing the inside of the hat in small handfuls. I recommend double checking that the hat's base cap is concave as you stuff by trying it on and continuously shaping the hat as you go. Be sure not to overstuff or it might be difficult to wear. Pull your yarn to gather your edges together and check if the hat is shaped to your liking. Once pleased with the shape, align the gathered edges with the very top of the hat's base cap and sew them together so it retains its shape. Tie the yarn off and weave in the ends.

— Stem :

Info :

Color: Kale

Round 1 :

Magic circle with 6 single crochet (SC) inside. You should have 6 stitches in your round. (6)

Rounds 2-4 :

In these rounds you DON'T increase (regular rounds). SC into the first stitch in the round and use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of the round. SC into the next 5 stitches in the round. You should have 6 stitches in your round. (6)

Round 5 :

In this round you increase in every other stitch. SC into the first stitch in the round and use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of the round. SC INC into the next stitch. (an increase stitch) SC into the next stitch. Repeat *above* 4 more times. You should now have 13 stitches in your round. (13)

Round 5 (continued) :

Fasten off and cut enough yarn to sew the stem onto the top of the hat and to weave in the ends. (If desired, continue working additional rounds to lengthen the stem before fastening off.)

Vine Tendril 1 :

SS into the first stitch in the round. Chain 21. Turn. SS down 20 stitches. SS into the next stitch in the round. SS to the other side of the round.

Vine Tendril 2 :

Chain 21. Turn. SS down 20 stitches. SS into the next stitch in the round. SS back to the beginning of the round.

Info :

Fasten off and cut enough yarn to sew the stem onto the top of the hat and to weave in the ends.

— Finish :

Info :

Use your yarn needle to sew the stem securely to the top of your hat. Tie off the yarn and weave it into the inside of the hat. Take the additional loose yarn from where you tightened the magic circle and securely weave it into the inside of the hat.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the gathered edge of the outer ribbing to the top of the hat base cap with a running stitch, aligning the gathered edge neatly around the magic circle center so the hat retains its pumpkin shape.
  • Stuff the hat base lightly and evenly in small handfuls, shaping the cap as you go; avoid overstuffing to keep the hat wearable and squishy.
  • Sew the stem onto the very top center of the hat using the long tail and a yarn needle, making sure it is centered and secure before weaving in the ends.
  • Attach vine tendrils to the base of the stem (or around the top) by sewing the chain ends in place so they drape naturally around the stem.
  • Weave in all loose ends securely on the inside of the hat and trim any excess yarn; check seams and reinforce any areas that feel loose.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a stitch marker at the beginning of every round to maintain correct stitch counts and to help with increases and decreases.
  • 💡Check the ribbing foundation chain against the hat base to ensure the chain length matches the base height before continuing.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and shape as you go; overstuffing can make the hat uncomfortable to wear and may distort the pumpkin shape.
  • 💡Weave in and secure all tails as you finish sections to avoid loose ends and a messy finishing stage.

This pumpkin plush hat pattern is a warm and whimsical project perfect for autumn crafting. The bold ribbing and crocheted stem make it a standout seasonal accessory that doubles as decor. Make one for yourself or gift a cozy handmade pumpkin to someone special. 🎃🍂

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The pattern is written for one size to fit an average teen/adult head with a head circumference approximately 22" to 24" using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, but the final size and texture will change; if you use a different weight, adjust your hook size and the number of rounds to maintain the intended fit.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and uses techniques like HDC, BLO/FLO, and shaping; basic familiarity with these stitches and working in the round is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary depending on experience, yarn choice, and how much time you spend on finishing and stuffing.