Bring rich texture to your autumn table with this free basketweave knit pumpkin pattern, a beginner-friendly project that relies only on simple knits and purls. The clever basketweave texture gives the round shape deep dimension, making it look far more intricate than basic stockinette.
Worked in the round, the design adapts easily to your preferred setup. Glide through with magic loop on long circulars, grab a set of double-pointed needles, or use two short circulars. While written for classic worsted weight yarn, the pattern works with anything from delicate DK up to chunky wool offcuts. Just size down your needles slightly to build a dense, firm fabric that keeps polyfill stuffing completely hidden inside. It is a fantastic scrap-buster for using up leftover partial skeins, letting you whip up a whole patch of varied sizes in an afternoon. Grab your favorite yarn leftovers, set up your needles, and knit this textured basketweave pumpkin for cozy seasonal shelf decor!
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