Halloween is nearly here, and NOW is the perfect time to get creative with decorations and costumes…
But let’s be honest… not everyone feels comfortable showing their face on social media or in photos, especially during spooky season. Alyssa gets it lol! That’s why she created the crochet pumpkin head!!
If you’re looking for a fun and festive way to participate in the holiday without exposing your face, a crochet pumpkin head is just what you need! It adds that whimsical Halloween vibe, while keeping your identity under wraps. Imagine being able to take photos, enjoy parties, or just have fun with a little mysterious pumpkin that’s both adorable and a little spooky, all without risking your privacy. It’s a cute, spooky, and crafty solution that’s perfect whether you’re doing it for yourself, kids, or even as a fun gift for friends! Oh yeah, you can customize it to make it smaller for your kiddos! 🥰
Materials Needed:
- Cozy orange blanket yarn for the pumpkin head (specifics in the video and pattern)
- Medium weight yarn for the stem (and leaves: leaves are freehanded so no pattern for those)
- Corresponding hook based on your yarn (you must match the gauge info in the video and in the pattern)
- Darning needle for sewing everything together
- Scissors to trim and finish
What the Video Tutorial Covers: This step-by-step video is FULL of visual guidance! When you grab the course, you’ll get the full tutorial, BUT it’ll be organized in a way that’s easy to navigate. This way, you’ll be able to find the exact step you need extra visuals for, instead of searching through a full hour long tutorial! 😵💫 The videos go in-depth on how to make each piece of the pumpkin head by walking you through every step. You’ll learn how to perfect the round shape of the pumpkin and make the adorable mesh eyes you can peek through, YES, you’re able to see out of them! The tutorial includes specific stitch counts, detailed instructions on how to assemble all the pieces, and tips on how to add that simple brown stem on top. Whether you’re more of a beginner or someone with a bit of crochet experience, you’ll find it easy to follow along with the clear visuals and easy-to-understand steps. (You will definitely want some crochet experience before beginning!)
The PDF Pattern: The complete PDF pattern is available! It covers all the stitch counts, detailed instructions, and helpful tips to make sure your pumpkin head turns out just right. It even has customization options for the length! Having the pattern to presence, makes it easy to have everything you need in front of you while also looking at the tutorial.
So grab your yarn, follow along with the video, and get ready to create a cute, spooky, yet totally covered-up pumpkin head that’s sure to be a hit this Halloween season! 🤭 Happy crocheting, y’all!
