Halloween Pumpkin 25cm tall

Lifelike Ribbed Pumpkin – DK Knitting Pattern Create a beautiful, realistic knitted pumpkin with this detailed DK knitting pattern from StitchCraft Studios. Featuring richly textured vertical ribs, eight softly sculpted pumpkin sections, a gently flattened shape and a curved green stem with leafy detailing, this decorative pumpkin makes a lovely addition to autumn displays, Halloween decorations, harvest arrangements and cosy home décor. The pumpkin is knitted flat using straight needles and sewn together, making it suitable for confident beginners and intermediate knitters. Finished Size Pumpkin body: approximately 26–29 cm wide × 18–20 cm high Overall height including stem: approximately 23–25 cm One size included Yarn Requirements DK (Double Knitting) yarn: Pumpkin Orange – approximately 150 g Olive/Dark Green – approximately 20 g Total yarn required – approximately 170 g Suggested yarn: Stylecraft Special DK or equivalent Suggested skeins: If using 100 g balls, allow 2 balls of orange and 1 ball of green. Needles & Materials 3.25 mm (US 3) straight knitting needles Approximately 250–300 g polyester toy stuffing Tapestry needle Stitch markers or contrasting waste yarn Strong orange DK yarn for sculpting Optional enclosed weighted pouch for the base Tension / Gauge 22 stitches × 30 rows = 10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 inches) in stocking stitch using 3.25 mm needles. The pumpkin itself is worked in K2, P2 rib, which stretches during stuffing to create the realistic textured finish. Pattern Information Knitting method: Worked flat and seamed Yarn weight: DK / Light Worsted Terminology: UK knitting terms Skill level: Confident Beginner / Intermediate Construction: One ribbed body panel with separately knitted stem and leafy base pieces What's Included The pattern provides detailed, row-by-row knitting instructions, stitch counts, shaping guidance, assembly instructions and finishing techniques to help create a beautifully rounded pumpkin with realistic sculpted sections. Perfect for seasonal decorating, autumn centrepieces, Halloween displays and handmade gifts.