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No boring pumpkins, crochet acorns for fresh fall decor
With summer coming to an end many of us crocheters and crafters are looking to the fall season and new home decor items we can craft and crochet.
This year, while crochet pumpkins have long been a staple of autumn decor, this year, why not try something a little different? Introducing a charming crochet acorn pattern—an adorable and unique alternative that will bring a touch of woodland whimsy to your home.
My crochet woodland gnomes inspired this pattern and also another item we find in nature.
Crochet acorns are perfect for those looking to add a subtle yet sophisticated fall touch to their decor. Unlike the more common crochet pumpkins, which often dominate seasonal displays, these palm sized acorns are a versatile option. Their smaller size makes them ideal for creating garlands, filling decorative bowls, or even to accent your hearth. Plus, the natural hues of browns, gold, terracotta and greens can complement a variety of color schemes, making them a versatile addition to any home.
Choosing crochet acorns over pumpkins is they each have timeless appeal. While pumpkins are undeniably autumnal, acorns evoke a sense of nature that can transition seamlessly from fall into winter. This means your handmade creations can stay on display long after the last leaf has fallen. You can even combine pumpkins and these oversized crochet acorns in the same display.
Additionally, crochet acorns can be a fun and simple project for both beginners and experienced crafters. With just a few basic stitches, you can create a collection of these adorable little tokens to scatter throughout your home. Not only will they add a touch of handmade charm, but their texture adds visual interest.
Dive into the world of fall crochet with this delightful acorn pattern and discover a new favorite for your seasonal decor!
Materials to make crochet acorns:
To crochet acorns you will need the following supplies
- Category 4 yarn 100 yards for body
- 4 & 4.5 mm Crochet hooks
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
- Polyfil or other stuffing like these polyfil alternatives ( I used junk mail from the paper shredder)
- stitch marker
I used the following yarn colors:
Yarns shown: Hobby Lobby I love this cotton in: Brown, Gold, Olive, Parchment, Bruschetta, emerald pine (the multi color acorn)
*Category 4 yarn 100 yards for body 4 & 4.5 mm Crochet hooks Scissors Tapestry needle Polyfil or other stuffing
Crochet acorn pattern stitches
To make this pattern you should be familiar with the following crochet stitches:
- slip stitches
- single crochet
- half double crochet
- double crochet
- front post double crochet
- decrease and increase techniques
The body uses the alpine stitch which is a 4 row repeat along with some shaping stitches.
The top has a curlyQ instead of a leaf to make it more whimsical.
You may also like these beginner friendly textured crochet stitches
The free video pattern tutorial will walk you through how to make them or you can get the PDF written instructions.
Crochet acorn video tutorial
See the crochet acorn pattern on youtube
