Crochet Pumpkin Pie
Imagine a cozy autumn day where the air is crisp and you're surrounded by the sweet scent of pumpkin spice. Picture yourself snuggled up on the couch with a warm cup of tea, working on creating your very own crochet pumpkin pie. As you carefully stitch together the soft yarn in shades of orange and brown, each loop forms the shape of a delectable pumpkin pie slice. The rhythmic motion of your crochet hook brings a sense of calm and creativity, allowing you to craft a charming fall decoration that can be displayed year after year. With each completed stitch, you can almost taste the sweetness of the pumpkin pie filling and feel the warmth of the spicy cinnamon and nutmeg. Crocheting a pumpkin pie is not just about creating a cute decor piece, but also about embracing the cozy vibes of the season and letting your creativity bloom in the most delightful way.
Materials:
- 1 Premier Parfait Chunky 131yds #6 Super Bulky in color Tangerine (orange)
- 1 Premier Parfait Chunky 131yds #6 Super Bulky in color Teddy Bear (brown). I also made a pie crust using the color Toffee (tan).
- 1 Premier Parfait Chunky 131yds #6 Super Bulky in color White
- US size J 6.0 mm crochet hook
- Poly-fil for stuffing
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Size (approximate): 10.5″ wide and 5″ tall (not including whipped topping)
Pattern Notes:
- We’ll be working in continuous rounds. Unless mentioned specifically, do not join at the end of your rounds.
- You can use your choice of super bulky yarn and hook size. Just keep in mind that this will change the final size of your pie.
Abbreviations (US):
ch – chain
st(s) – stitch(es)
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (work 2 stitches in the same stitch)
hdc – half double crochet
dc- double crochet
sc blo – single crochet in the back loop only
Make the Pie Filling (using the color orange)
To begin Ch 2
Round 1: 10 sc into 2nd chain from the hook. (10 sts)
Remember to place your stitch marker in the 1st stitch of each round. This will help you keep track of when you’re starting a new round.
Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (20 sts)
Round 3: *Inc, sc in next st.* Repeat from * to * around. (30 sts)
Round 4: Sc around. (30 sts)
Round 5: *Inc, sc in next 2 sts.* Repeat from * to * around. (40 sts)
Round 6: *Inc, sc in next 3 sts.* Repeat from * to * around. (50 sts)
Round 7: Sc around. (50 sts)
Round 8: *Inc, sc in next 4 sts.* Repeat from * to * around. (60 sts)
Round 9: *Inc, sc in next 5 sts.* Repeat from * to * around. (70 sts)
Round 10: Sc around. (70 sts)
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Make the Whipped Topping (using the color white)
To begin ch 14
Place 3 dc sts in 2nd chain from hook and in each chain across. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Wrap the string on itself until it forms a spiral. You may have to play around with it to get it how you like it. Secure the whipped topping to the pie filling.
Make the Crust (using the color tan/brown)
To begin Ch 2
Round 1: 10 sc into 2nd chain from the hook. (10 sts)
Remember to place your stitch marker in the 1st stitch of each round. This will help you keep track of when you’re starting a new round.
Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (20 sts)
Round 3: *Inc, sc in next st.* Repeat from * to * around. (30 sts)
Round 4: Sc around. (30 sts)
Round 5: *Inc, sc in next 2 sts.* Repeat from * to * around. (40 sts)
Round 6: *Inc, sc in next 3 sts.* Repeat from * to * around. (50 sts)
Round 7: Sc around. (50 sts)
Round 8: *Inc, sc in next 4 sts.* Repeat from * to * around. (60 sts)
Round 9: *Inc, sc in next 5 sts.* Repeat from * to * around. (70 sts)
Round 10: Sc blo in each stitch around. (70 sts)
Rounds 11-14: Sc around. (70 sts).
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Attach the Crust and Filling, Stuff and Make Crust Edge
Place the orange filling on top of the crust. We’re going to sc the pieces together using the brown yarn.
Round 1: Place your yarn into any of the stitches and sc around, attaching the filling and crust. Before you close the pie, stuff it to your preference.
After stuffing, continue to close the piece. Sl st to the first st. Don’t fasten off. Continue on to round 2, where we’ll make the crust edge.
Round 2: Ch 1 and sc in same st, *3 hdc in next st, sl st in next st, sc in next st*. Repeat from * to * around. Sl st for your final stitch, fasten off, and weave in ends.