FREE Pattern: Crocheted Mice Pumpkins

If you read my previous post, then you may remember the challenge my friend presented to me. Specifically, she had seen a photo of crocheted pumpkins with mouse ears designed to look like Minnie and Mickey Mouse, and naturally, she asked if I could make her some. Of course I accepted the challenge! Now, I just needed to write up a pattern! It took some trial and error, but I did it and now I\’m sharing this Free Pattern for Crocheted Mice Pumpkins with you.

My friend had 2 requests. Firstly she wanted a set that were all orange and secondly a set of \”their\” original colors.

Firstly, I designed a pumpkin pattern I liked and finished the design with the ears. For you to make one, you will need my FREE Crocheted Pumpkin Pattern.

To make a Mouse out of a Pumpkin…

you need a magic wand and a bit of \”Bibbidi, Bobbidi, BOO!\” Eh-hmmm… that is to say, a crochet hook, yarn, stuffing and crochet supplies.

My Free Crocheted Pumpkin Pattern is written so that you can use any yarn and hook size… but I must tell you, I have only made the Mouse Pumpkins using acrylic and nothing else, therefore the ears may not be the right size using this pattern.

Below are my two examples made with this free pattern for crocheted mice pumpkins as well as the supplies and modifications I used.

Crochet the Pumpkin

• Your beginning ch will be 31.
• Your total rows will be 46.

Stem

The stem for this Mouse Mod pumpkin is shorter and fatter than the original and is additionally the same color of the pumpkin. I have given two options below, however you are welcome to make yours any way you wish! If you would like a long slim stem, then please refer to the original pattern.

The stem will be worked with the same hook size as your pumpkin as well as in a continuous round.

Before sewing the stem onto the pumpkin, first stuff it lightly. Additionally, make sure to stuff around the MR tail for a secure hold. Once the stuffing is added, then pull the tail to indent the top of the stem. Thirdly, carefully sew the stem onto the top of the pumpkin, making sure to cover the hole. Before completely closing, remember to pull the MR tail to the outside and add a bit more stuffing to the base for fullness. When the stem is securely closed, FO. Finally, pull the MR tail so that the top of the stem indents slightly, and use a needle to weave in the MR tail.

Tendrils

If you would like tendrils, then make them according to the original pattern.

Ears (make 2)

Work in a continuous round while using the Yarn Under/Yarn Over method.

R1: MR 8 sc (8)

R2: *SC, INC* around (12)

Work in the BLO from here on (or not! lol!! It\’s totally up to you)

R3: *SCx2, INC around (16)

R4: *SCx3, INC* around (20)

R5: SCx2, INC, *SCx4, INC*x3 , SCx2 (24)

R6: *SCx3, INC* around (30)

R7: SCx2, INC, *SCx4, INC*x5 , SCx2 (36)

R8: *SCx5, INC* around (42)

R9-11: SC around (42)

R12: *SCx5, DEC* around (36)

R13: SCx2, DEC, *SCx4, DEC*x5 , SCx2 (30)

R14: *SCx3, DEC* around (24) FO and leave long tail for sewing.

Ear Inserts for softer yarns (make 2)

Follow the Ears pattern R1-8, however, do not work in the BLO. FO. Place these inside the ears to give more stability.

Assembly

Firstly, if you made ear inserts, simply place them into each ear making sure they are flat. Secondly, sew the ears onto the SC ridges of the pumpkin. Take a long needle or amigurumi stick and hold the ear where you want to attach it. Use the long tail to whip stitch the front of the ear first. Lastly, pull the backside of the ear backwards to the next ridge and whip stitch it down. Then, repeat for the second ear.

Bow

Firstly, make a sl knot and ch15.

Secondly, In second ch from hook and across ch, HDC in BLO. Ch1, turn.

In addition, repeat HDC rows in BLO for a total of 6 rows. FO & weave in ends. Take a length of yarn and wrap around the middle, forming the bow. Finally, tie or sew onto the pumpkin.

Ta-Da……You\’re Finished!!

If you have enjoyed this free pattern for crocheted mice pumpkins and have made a set, then please tag me on social media! I love to see your creations!