This zig zag striped pumpkin pattern is an easy, funky crochet project in a modern gothic style for Halloween decorations, perfect for your next party. Instructions are included to make pumpkins in three sizes.

Skill Level: Easy
Techniques Used: Zig-zag (rick-rack) stitch
Finished Size: 5”/6”/7” tall x 7”/7.5”/8” in diameter

What’s in the PDF:

• Original color tutorial photos (sometimes with diagrams)
• Checkboxes to keep you organized as you work
• Color coding where needed
• Written in English, US terms, using Craft Yarn Council abbreviations

Confident you don’t need the photos or checkboxes? This pattern is also available for free in a text-only format (not downloadable) at hookedbykati.com.

All Hooked by Kati patterns are human-designed — no AI involved, ever.

Video tutorial available at https://youtu.be/A5eaQdhFw3o.

Supplies
• Red Heart Super Saver yarn, 100% acrylic, worsted weight, 364 yds/7 oz/198 g, White (WHT), < 1 ball; Pumpkin (PUM), < 1 ball.
• G (4.00 mm) hook
• Polyfil stuffing
• Wine cork
• Tacky Glue or another white glue
• Yarn needle

All my patterns come with unlimited help from me. If you run into a snag, drop me a line! I respond quickly and will help any way I can to clarify any confusion or challenging stitches.