I designed this My Crochet Kitchen: Chillies pattern in celebration of the first hot peppers my husband and I ever grew together (Nigel’s Outdoor Chilli, if you’re interested).

You’ll be working in continuous rounds for this pattern, from the bottom up, and the stem is made separately using the i-cord method.

I’ve included links to some helpful videos if you’re new to any of the techniques, as well as photo guides for unfamiliar stitches and construction.

You won’t need much yarn for each of your chillies and you can vary the colours however you wish. I’ve used Hobbii Yarn’s Rainbow Bamboo in ‘artichoke’ green and ‘camine red’ for mine as they matched this particular variety so perfectly.

Happy crocheting!