If the pumpkin pillow stole your heart, wait until you see this Acorn Bobble Stitch Pillow! With its richly textured brown cap and warm orange body, this little acorn makes the most charming addition to your fall décor. Like the rest of the Fall Bobble Pillow Series, it’s worked in tapestry crochet using raised bobble stitches — the same technique, a whole new look. This is a paid pattern available as an instant PDF download on Etsy.

Pattern Details

• Skill Level: Intermediate
• Finished Size: 16″ x 16″ pillow cover
• Hook: 6.0mm (US J/10)
• Yarn Weight: #5 Bulky
• Technique: Tapestry crochet / bobble stitch
• Format: PDF instant download

Colors Used:

• White / Soft Cream — approx. 150 yds (background)
• Brown / Cocoa — approx. 300 yds (acorn cap + back panel)
• Orange / Ginger — approx. 100 yds (acorn body)

I used Patons Inspired yarn in Soft Cream, Cocoa, and Ginger for all three colors.

Materials You’ll Need

• #5 Bulky yarn in Soft Cream, Brown/Cocoa, and Orange/Ginger — I used Patons Inspired yarn
• 6.0mm (US J/10) crochet hook
• Tapestry needle
• Bobbins (for color management)
• 16″ x 16″ pillow insert

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• SC — Single crochet
• YO — Yarn over
• Ch — Chain
• WSC — White single crochet
• OB — Orange bobble
• OSC — Orange single crochet
• BSC — Brown single crochet
• BB — Brown bobble

Special Stitch — Bobble Stitch: [YO, insert hook in stitch, YO, pull up a loop, YO, draw through 2 loops] 5 times in same stitch, YO, draw through all 6 loops on hook.

Pattern Notes

• Pattern is worked in rows from bottom to top.
• Odd rows are worked right to left; even rows left to right.
• Carry unused yarn color behind stitches (tapestry crochet method) or use bobbins for color management.
• Each row ends with a ch-1 and turn.

Color Change Tips:

• Change color on the last yarn-over of the stitch before the color change.
• Keep color changes tidy by consistently carrying yarn to the wrong side of the work.
• Use bobbins or short lengths of yarn for smaller color sections to prevent tangling.
• Always twist colors around each other when changing to prevent holes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this larger than 16×16?
Yes! Each round of edging adds approximately ½ inch, so you can continue adding rounds to fit a larger pillow insert.

What yarn did you use?
I used Patons Inspired in Soft Cream, Cocoa, and Ginger for all three colors. It’s a great #5 bulky weight with lovely stitch definition for tapestry work.

Is this pattern beginner-friendly?
This pattern is rated Intermediate — it works best for crocheters who are already comfortable with tapestry crochet and color changes. If you’re newer to colorwork, I’d recommend starting with the Maple Leaf Pillow pattern, which is available as a free pattern on the blog.

What’s the difference between the acorn cap and body?
The cap is worked in bobble stitches in Brown/Cocoa, giving it that bumpy, textured look. The body of the acorn is worked in single crochet in Orange/Ginger with bobble stitch edging around the outline — it creates a beautiful contrast between the two sections.

More Fall Bobble Pillow Patterns

This acorn is part of a three-pattern series — mix and match or make the whole set!

• Bobble Stitch Pumpkin Pillow Pattern
• Bobble Stitch Maple Leaf Pillow Pattern (free!)
• Fall Bobble Pillow Bundle — save with all 3

Ready to make your own? Grab the PDF pattern instantly on Etsy and you’ll have it in your downloads within seconds — no waiting, no shipping.

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