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Big Porch Pumpkins
This pattern is knit up quick with two strands of worsted weight wool held together. Knit one up this weekend. Perfect for Fall, Halloween, and Thanksgiving decor. These also make a great hostess gift or toy stuffy for a little pumpkin lover.
Sizes
Small (Medium, Large)
Approximate Measurements:
Small - 9” (23cm) diameter, 5.5” (14cm) tall
Medium - 11” (28cm) diameter, 6.5” (16.5cm) tall
Large - 13” (33cm) diameter, 7.5” (19cm) tall
Pumpkin in featured photo is medium size
Notes included in the instructions to make bigger and taller
Yarn and Materials
Knit with 2 strands of worsted weight yarn held together
You will need approximately 122 yd (164 yd, 192 yd) / 112m (150m, 175m) each of 2 colours for the main pumpkin.
The stem is also knit with 2 strands held together, you will need a small amount of each colour.
Poly-fil: approximately 3.5oz(5.3oz, 7oz) / 100g (150g, 200g)
for the main pumpkin and a small amount for the stem
Needles, Tools and Notions:
Set of US10.5 (6.5mm) Double Point Needles
US 10.5 (6.5mm) Circular Needle, 16” (40cm)
Removable stitch marker
Darning Needle
Ribs of the pumpkin are separated by a line of purl stitches which are wrapped with yarn later for shaping. The stem is knit separately and sewn onto the pumpkin at the end.
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- First published: October 2023
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- Last updated: October 21, 2023 …
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