This adorable crochet pumpkin bag is the perfect handmade accessory for Halloween! Inspired by the uploaded image, this project features a round pumpkin shape, a cute jack-o’-lantern face, a drawstring closure, and a long crochet strap.

It’s great for trick-or-treating, Halloween parties, fall photos, candy, or gifting. 🧶🧡

🧶 Materials

• Orange worsted-weight yarn
• Black yarn for the jack-o’-lantern face
• Small amount of green or brown yarn for the stem, optional
• Crochet hook suitable for your yarn
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch marker
• Optional: stuffing or blocking materials for shaping

🍊 Step 1: Make the Pumpkin Base

Start with orange yarn.

1. Make a magic ring.
2. Crochet single crochet stitches into the ring.
3. Continue working in rounds.
4. Increase evenly around each round.
5. Continue until the circular base reaches approximately 6–7 inches wide, depending on the size you want.

Keep the increases evenly spaced so the base remains flat rather than curling.

🧶 Step 2: Crochet the Pumpkin Body

Once the base reaches your desired width, stop increasing.

Continue working single crochet stitches around without increases.

This will cause the sides to rise and create the pouch shape.

Continue until the bag is approximately 7–9 inches tall.

Tip:

For a rounder pumpkin appearance, keep the sides slightly shorter and use a firm crochet tension.

🎃 Step 3: Create the Drawstring Opening

At the top of the bag, create a row of small openings for the drawstring.

A simple method:

• Crochet a few single crochets.
• Chain 1.
• Skip 1 stitch.
• Repeat around the entire opening.
• Work one additional round of single crochet afterward.

This creates evenly spaced holes for the cord.

🖤 Step 4: Create the Jack-o’-Lantern Face

Now transform your plain orange crochet pouch into a pumpkin!

Using black yarn, add:

Eyes

Create two triangular eyes.

Nose

Add a small triangle in the center.

Mouth

Create a wide smiling mouth with small square or triangular teeth.

You can either:

• Crochet the pieces separately and sew them on, or
• Embroider the face directly onto the bag.

For a design similar to the image, black crocheted or felt appliqués will give the face a bold appearance.

🧵 Step 5: Make the Drawstring

Cut several lengths of orange yarn.

1. Tie the strands together.
2. Twist or braid them tightly.
3. Secure both ends.
4. Thread the cord through the openings around the top.
5. Pull both ends to close the bag.

Tie a small decorative bow at the front.

👜 Step 6: Make the Shoulder Strap

For the long strap shown in the image:

1. Chain enough stitches to reach your preferred strap length.
2. Work single crochet back across the chain.
3. Continue working additional rows until the strap reaches your desired width.
4. Fasten off.
5. Sew each end securely to opposite sides of the pumpkin bag.

For a child’s bag, make sure the strap is securely attached and isn’t excessively long.

🌿 Step 7: Add the Pumpkin Stem

For an extra pumpkin detail, use brown or green yarn.

You can crochet a small rectangle or short tube, roll it slightly, and sew it to the top center of the bag.

You can also add a small green leaf beside the stem.

✨ Step 8: Shape the Pumpkin

Gently arrange the crochet stitches so the bag has a rounded pumpkin shape.

If needed:

• Lightly steam/block the piece according to your yarn’s care instructions.
• Adjust the drawstring.
• Shape the bottom with your hands.

Avoid excessive heat, particularly with synthetic yarn.

🧡 Step 9: Add the Finishing Details

Before using your bag, check:

✓ All yarn ends are securely woven in
✓ The strap is firmly attached
✓ The drawstring opens and closes smoothly
✓ The jack-o’-lantern face is securely attached
✓ The bag holds its shape

Now your Halloween pumpkin bag is ready!

🍬 What Can You Put Inside?

This little crochet pumpkin bag is perfect for:

• Halloween candy
• Small toys
• Party favors
• Hair accessories
• Small gifts
• Halloween decorations
• Treats for a Halloween party

🎃 Easy Variations

Once you’ve mastered the basic pumpkin bag, experiment with different designs:

👻 Ghost Bag

Use white yarn and add black embroidered eyes and mouth.

🐈‍⬛ Black Cat Bag

Use black yarn with orange eyes, ears, and embroidered whiskers.

🧙 Witch Bag

Use purple and black stripes with a small witch-hat appliqué.

🕷️ Spider Bag

Use black yarn and add a crocheted spider web.

🍂 Autumn Pumpkin Bag

Skip the jack-o’-lantern face and use the bag as a cute fall accessory.