Spooky fun meets handmade charm with the Free crochet Pumpkin Treat Bag Pattern, a playful accessory perfect for holding sweets, small gifts.
One autumn, I wanted to create a fun little project that would add a festive touch to my Halloween celebrations. I decided to make a small crochet pumpkin bag to hold treats, and it turned out to be an absolute joy to crochet. What I love most about this project is how charming and practical it is. It is perfect for holding candies or small goodies during Halloween parties or just as a cute decoration. The bright orange color combined with the cozy texture instantly brings that warm fall vibe into your home.
What makes this pattern super beginner-friendly is that it mostly involves repetitive rows of the half double crochet stitch, with easy shaping techniques and simple finishing touches like sewing and gluing the felt pieces. Watching the pumpkin come together stitch by stitch is so rewarding, and stuffing the bag with candy at the end feels like the perfect finishing touch for a handmade Halloween gift or decoration.
Happy Crochet Pumpkin Treat Bag Pattern Cute Storage for Treats
This pattern uses a simple half double crochet stitch worked mainly in the back loops, which creates a nice, sturdy fabric that is easy enough for beginners to follow. The shape of the pumpkin is formed by folding and sewing the crocheted panel into a pouch, then adding a little brown stem at the top for an authentic touch. To give it personality, felt eyes, a nose, and a mouth are added, making it look like a friendly jack-o’-lantern. The best part is how customizable it is. You can adjust the size by changing your starting chain length and create bigger or smaller pumpkins to suit your needs.
Other Fun Projects You Can Make Using This Stitch
This half double crochet technique and back loop working method is not limited to pumpkins. You can use it to create small pouches, cozy headbands, or even soft scarves that carry a little texture and stretch. By playing with colors and shapes, it is easy to turn these simple stitches into a variety of festive and everyday items that are both practical and adorable.
Pumpkin Treat Bag Crochet Pattern
Prepare for Halloween with this adorable and practical Pumpkin Treat Bag crochet pattern! Perfect for kids to collect their treats or as festive decor for your home, this fun project is simple yet rewarding. The pattern uses easy stitches like the half double crochet (hdc) for the body and features a cute jack-o’-lantern face made from felt. Whether filled with candy or displayed during spooky season, this treat bag is a joy to make and customize for your loved ones or Halloween events.
Uses of This Pattern
- Halloween Treat Bag: Use it as a bag for collecting candy while trick-or-treating.
- Decorative Piece: Perfect for a Halloween-themed table or as hanging decor.
- Gift Bag: Fill it with treats, small toys, or gifts for party favors.
Skill Level & Terminology
- Skill Level: Beginner
This project uses simple stitches, making it a great project for those comfortable with the half double crochet stitch (hdc). - Terminology: US Crochet Terms
Materials & Tools
- Yarn:
- Orange (body of pumpkin) – Worsted weight yarn (size 4).
- Green (string) – Worsted weight yarn (size 4).
- Brown (stem) – Worsted weight yarn (size 4).
- Optional: Use other fall or Halloween colors for variations!
- Hook Size: 5 mm crochet hook.
- Notions:
- Black felt for eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Fiberfill stuffing (used temporarily for shaping).
- Yarn needle for sewing and finishing.
- Hot glue gun or fabric glue.
- Scissors.
Gauge
Gauge is not critical for this project, but a rough guideline is 13 stitches x 10 rows = 4 inches using hdc. Adjust the hook size if your stitches are too loose or tight.
Finished Size
Approximately 7 inches tall and 6 inches wide, excluding the stem and string (expandable for customization).
Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ch | Chain |
| hdc | Half Double Crochet |
| sl st | Slip Stitch |
| st | Stitch |
Special Stitch Instructions
Half Double Crochet (hdc):
- Yarn over, insert the hook into the desired stitch.
- Yarn over and pull up a loop (3 loops on the hook).
- Yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on the hook.
Working into the Back Loops Only:
- Insert your hook only into the back loop of the top two loops of the stitch (instead of both loops). This technique creates subtle ridges in your project for added texture.
What You’ll Learn From This Pattern
- How to create a simple bag base using hdc stitches.
- Techniques for adding texture with back loop only stitches.
- Methods for assembling and decorating with felt pieces to bring your pumpkin to life.
Step-by-Step Process
1. Pumpkin Base (Orange Yarn)
- Create a slip knot and chain 31 stitches.
- Work half-double crochet into the 2nd chain from the hook, and repeat to the end of the row (30 stitches).
- At the end of each row, chain two, turn the work, and only crochet into the back loops of the stitches.
- Repeat this process until you complete 40 rows, or until you achieve the desired size for the pumpkin.
2. Pumpkin Stem (Brown Yarn)
- Start with a chain of 7 stitches. Use half-double crochet for all rows into the entire stitch—not back loops.
- Continue until the length of the stem fits the top of the orange piece when folded.
- Use a slip stitch technique to close the brown stem piece into a tube.
3. Assembling the Bag
- Fold the orange piece in half and use a slip stitch to seam the sides together.
- Turn the pumpkin inside out to hide the seams.
- Sew the bottom opening of the pumpkin by threading yarn through alternating stitches and pulling it tight to close. Secure the bottom with additional sewing.
4. Attach the Stem
- Use the brown tail yarn to securely stitch the stem onto the top center of the pumpkin bag.
5. Drawstring Closure (Green Yarn)
- Create a chain (suggested 80 or 90 stitches) long enough to wrap around the pumpkin’s top with room to tie a bow.
- Weave the green chain through the top of the pumpkin, just below the stem.
6. Decorate the Face
- Cut triangles for eyes and nose out of black felt.
- Freehand the mouth, creating a zigzag or smile pattern. Trim to fit your pumpkin.
- Use a hot glue gun to attach these pieces.
- Stuff the pumpkin lightly to adjust and decide placement, then finish gluing.
7. Finishing
- Remove the stuffing and fill the bag with candy or treats.
- Tighten the green drawstring with a bow to secure.
Tutor’s Suggestions
- Customizing Size: Adjust the chain length depending on how large or small you want your pumpkin.
- Working the Last Stitch: For the last half-double crochet stitch, you can work into the full stitch instead of the back loops for better ease on corners.
- Placement of Decorations: Lay out the felt pieces and stuffing first before finalizing with the glue gun to ensure perfect placement.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You’ve completed a fun, festive Crochet Pumpkin Treat Bag that’s perfect for Halloween. Whether you use it as party décor or for trick-or-treating goodies, this pattern is a delightful touch to the spooky season. The detailed process ensures beginners can follow along with ease while allowing room for creative customization.
Why You’ll Love This Pattern
This Pumpkin Treat Bag is simple to make and versatile to use! It’s perfect for Halloween festivities, whether for trick-or-treating, gifting, or as a handmade touch to your holiday decorations. You’ll love learning how the half double crochet stitch can create such a charming 3D design while improving your skills with seaming and felt decorating.
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