Welcoming Autumn with Cozy Handmade Decor Touches
When we start seeing the foliage changing color and smelling that aromatic autumn scent, we can’t help but think about all things cozy. Autumn is the transition season from balmy breezes to the fragrant, crisp, fresh fall air that is so pleasurable. How I adore this time of year. It is also the perfect time of year to amp up our home decor and bring in the warm colors of mother nature. And you can do that with autumn-inspired decorations that you can make yourself.
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Pumpkins and gourds are traditionally and universally used as fall decor. These plump nature-inspired pieces add so much charm and rustic grace with their vibrant colors and contoured textures. And they can fit quietly into any room or puncuate any cozy corner.
I’m addicted to crocheting, so I automatically look for fresh new patterns that I can create to change the vibe of any room in my home. For me, it’s connecting with skilled crochet designers from around the globe that have created some amazing patterns. I found several charming crocheted pumpkin patterns that will add warmth and coziness to your home.
This Whimsical Pumpkin was created by Nata at CrochetbyNataErkhova on Etsy. It’s rotund with ribbed-like skin sections that give it the appearance of a real pumpkin. Adored with elegant leaves and curly vines, it will make the perfect centerpiece on any table. They look like an enchanted prop straight out of a magical fairytale. Any minute they are going to transform into a …
The pattern is beautifully laid out with full-color photos and step-by-step instructions. No detail is missed so your result will always be successful. Make them in different sizes and a variety of fall colors to add a calming ambiance to any room. Ideal for an autumn-themed kitchen, harvest time, and Halloween! Display them on your table, on window sills, or fill a basket full of crocheted pumpkins to add a punch of color.
The Cabled Pumpkin was created by Lisa from hollanddesigns on Etsy. Its gorgeous appearance captured my eye and I just had to share this pattern with anyone who loves to crochet and wants to add some fall features to their home. They offer a country charm that will fit in with any decor.
The crocheted cables give it such a pretty and elegant texture that gives it a knit look. They can be made with light worsted and worsted weight yarn, but if you want smaller pumpkins to create a garland, you can use DK yarn. The pattern features full-color tutorial photos and easy-to-follow instructions. It’s deemed an intermediate pattern, so you will need to know your basic stitches, plus some special stitches to create the cables. Right now this pattern is on sale.