As a teenager, I had a pet tarantula named Sparky. She lived with us for 25 years and was a spectacular pet. Once a year, she would lay on her back and perfectly molt her skin in two pieces. Sometimes we would think there was another spider in her aquarium!
This pattern is created in her memory.
As with many patterns, it is easy to adjust the look and size of your pumpkins using different yarn weights with a compatible hook.

Skill Level:
Moderate

Sizes:
Approx 17” long and 21” wide

Materials Needed:
8 mm (US size L) crochet hook

Approx ¾ ball 10.5 oz/300 g Super Bulky (6) yarn for main color, and small amounts in other colors. I used Bernat Blanket in Shadow Purple, Moon Dusk and Black

Polyester stuffing

Stitch marker, if desired

Tapestry needle to sew and weave in ends