Handsome Cable Pumpkin by Sara Kiesel

Handsome Cable Pumpkin

Knitting
September 2021
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette
US 2 - 2.75 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
500 - 700 yards (457 - 640 m)
One size
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

Perfect for fall! So handsome! So squishy!

The perfect combination of fall decor and cozy cables.

Final pumpkin size is roughly 12-14 inches in diameter, but could vary widely depending on stuffing.

Materials needed:

Orange worsted weight yarn for pumpkin ~600 yds
Brown worsted weight yarn for stem ~25 yds (Stiff yarn will help the stem hold its shape.)
Size 2 DPNs
Size 6 circular needles (16 or 24 inch should work)
Cable needle or extra DPN
Stitch markers
Stuffing
Crochet hook or darning needle

Please note: This is my first pattern written and hasn’t been through test knitting. I am not a professional. Please reach out if you run into typos or issues. It’s free for this reason.

Update 9/4/21: Revised due to typos at rounds 104 to 107, 115, and 124. Special thanks to RamonaAnne for helping to catch them!