Lighted Granny Pumpkin Crochet Pattern

Lighted Granny Pumpkin Crochet Pattern

Create enchanting lighted pumpkins perfect for autumn décor with this delightful granny square pattern! Available in three sizes (small, medium, and large), these charming pumpkins feature beautiful granny square texture and are designed to hold battery-operated LED fairy lights inside. Complete with adorable stems, curly vines, and leaves, they bring a warm, cozy glow to any space. Whether you're decorating your home for fall or creating heartfelt handmade gifts, these lighted pumpkins are sure to brighten everyone's day with their magical illumination and handcrafted charm.

Materials Needed for Lighted Granny Pumpkin Crochet Pattern

Assembly Instructions

• Fold the completed pumpkin rib strip with right sides together and slip stitch through the bottom edge and inside loop of the top edge to form a tube, keeping stitches relaxed not tight.
• Turn the tube right side out and weave yarn through one end opening with tapestry needle, pull snug to close completely creating the top of the pumpkin.
• Measure the width of a single pumpkin rib (approximately 2.5 inches for large, 2 inches for medium, 1.5 inches for small), add 1 inch to width and subtract 0.5 inch from original measurement for height to determine rectangle dimensions.
• Cut six rectangles from clear 6 mil mylar craft plastic according to your measurements, staple them together along short sides to create a star shape, then round the corners with scissors.
• Turn the plastic star inside-out to create a flower shape, compress gently and insert into bottom pumpkin opening, allowing it to spring open and nestle into the rib areas.
• Divide LED fairy light string into six equal parts (approximately 3-4 lights per section for 20-LED string), finger-wrap each section into coils and insert one coil into each plastic petal compartment.
• Cut a 14 inch length of matching yarn, weave around the bottom opening edge with tapestry needle and pull snug around the protruding wire leaving the battery pack outside, then secure ends or tie in bow.

Important Notes

• 💡Gauge and personal tension may affect finished size slightly, so measure your own work and adjust plastic insert dimensions accordingly for best fit
• 💡Clear 6 mil mylar craft plastic is highly recommended as it's pliable enough to manipulate yet firm enough to maintain shape and hold lights securely
• 💡Use CR2032 or appropriate replacement batteries rather than relying solely on batteries that come with fairy lights for longer lasting illumination
• 💡When working decrease rows, remember not to count chain-1 spaces as stitches and skip over them as though they don't exist
• 💡Pay careful attention to front loops only and back loops only instructions as these create the dimensional ridges that define the pumpkin shape
• 💡Large pumpkins can accommodate two 20-LED strings or one 50-LED string for extra bright illumination if desired
• 💡Distribute LED lights evenly across all six compartments to ensure uniform glow without bright spots or dark areas throughout the pumpkin

This enchanting Lighted Granny Pumpkin pattern beautifully combines traditional granny square techniques with innovative functional design to create stunning autumn décor that glows from within. Perfect for crocheters who love projects that are both decorative and practical, these charming pumpkins bring warmth and handmade magic to any space. The clever construction method and detailed assembly instructions ensure your finished pumpkins maintain their beautiful shape while safely housing battery-operated lights. Whether you're crafting for your own seasonal display or creating thoughtful handmade gifts, these illuminated pumpkins will brighten hearts and homes all autumn long. Happy crocheting! 🎃✨🧶