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October 4th, 2021

Lil Monsters Bumble Bee Pumpkin – Free Knit & Crochet Patterns

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This crochet bumble bee pumpkin pattern is the sweetest little member of my Lil Monsters Pumpkin Patch — a yellow and black striped pumpkin with tiny antennae and big googly eyes. It’s part of a free series of 8 costumed pumpkin patterns I designed to celebrate Halloween (and the in-between fall-into-Halloween moment). 🐝

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The Bumble Bee was actually a last-minute addition to the patch — but it might be the one I love most. It’s less spooky-Halloween and more cute-fall, which means it works as decor right through October and well into November. Perfect for adding a pop of cheerful color to your fall display.

This pattern includes the Bumble Bee costume modifications for the simple pumpkin base, plus the antennae instructions and assembly steps. The full free pattern is below.

crochet bumble bee pumpkin pattern

Why you’ll love this crochet bumble bee pumpkin pattern

  • Beginner-friendly — simple stripe color changes and basic crochet stitches
  • Quick to make — once you’ve got the pumpkin base, the costume itself is a single afternoon project
  • Stash-busting — small amounts of yellow and black yarn (perfect for using up scraps)
  • Versatile decor — works for fall, Halloween, AND late-summer “honey bee” themed displays
  • Part of a coordinated set — make all 8 Lil Monsters costumes for a charming Halloween family

See the whole Lil Monsters Pumpkin Patch

This Bumble Bee pumpkin is one of 8 free costumed pumpkin patterns in the Lil Monsters Pumpkin Patch — alongside Mummy, Witch, Devil, Spider, Skull, Frankenstein, and Kitty Cat. The full collection makes a charming coordinated Halloween display. Visit the main hub for the full overview and easy access to all the patterns:

crochet bumble bee pumpkin pattern

Pattern details

  • Skill Level: Beginner
  • Finished Size: Approximately 15″ wide × 6″ tall (deflated rectangle); shapes into a plump round pumpkin once seamed and stuffed
  • Construction: Pumpkin base worked flat in stripes, then seamed and stuffed; antennae worked in continuous rounds and attached
  • Time: An afternoon for the base + costume
  • Format: Crochet only (knit version not currently available)

Materials

Gauge

12 sc × 14 rows = 4″ (10 cm) with a 6.0 mm crochet hook.

Abbreviations

Ch: Chain · Sc: Single crochet · Sc2tog: Single crochet 2 stitches together · Dc: Double crochet · Sl st: Slip stitch · St(s): Stitch(es) · Rnd: Round

Start with the pumpkin base

Every costume in the Lil Monsters Pumpkin Patch starts with the same simple pumpkin base. The Bumble Bee just changes how you color the stripes during the base, so you’ll want the full base instructions handy as you go.

👉 Get the free Simple Pumpkin Base pattern + tutorial here →

Crochet bumble bee pumpkin pattern — written instructions

Pumpkin base modification (stripes)

Follow the simple pumpkin base pattern, with these color changes:

  • Begin with yellow and work 2 rows
  • Switch to black for 2 rows
  • Continue alternating colors every 2 rows, ending with yellow at row 18
  • Work the remaining rows of the pumpkin base in black

Complete the pumpkin base and stump per the main pattern, then move on to the antennae below.

Antennae (make 2)

Antennae are worked in continuous rounds from the top down. The yellow ball forms the bee-bump on top of each antenna; the black tube forms the stem.

With yellow, ch 3, join with sl st in the first ch to form a loop.

Rnd 1: Ch 1, 6 sc within loop. Continue working in rounds without joining.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3: 2 sc in each st around. (24 sc)
Rnd 4: Sc2tog over the next two sc, repeat around. (12 sc)
Rnd 5: Sc2tog around. (6 sc)

At this point, lightly stuff the “ball” with polyfil. Then change to black.

Rnds 6–12: Sc in each st around. (6 sc per round)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing the antenna to the pumpkin.

Optional: For antennae that stand upright, slip a small length of floral wire down the center of the black tube before attaching.

Assembly

  1. Attach the googly eyes with the hot glue gun, centered on the front of the pumpkin (just below the stump).
  2. Sew the antennae evenly spaced in line with the eyes, attaching each one to either side of the pumpkin stump. Use the long tails from each antenna and a tapestry needle to secure them firmly.
  3. Adjust as needed — bend the antennae slightly outward if you’ve used floral wire, or let them flop naturally for a softer look.
crochet bumble bee pumpkin pattern

Make the rest of the patch

The Bumble Bee is one of 8 free costume patterns in the Lil Monsters Pumpkin Patch — each one uses the same simple pumpkin base, so once you’ve made this one, the rest come together quickly. Pick your favorites or make the whole family:

Want all 7 spooky costumes in one printable PDF?

The Bumble Bee is the friendly free leader of the patch — but if you want the spookier 7 costumes (Frankenstein, Devil, Spider, Mummy, Skull, Witch, and Cat) in one clean ad-free PDF, the Lil Monsters Pumpkin Patch Bundle on Etsy includes them all, plus knit versions for 5 of them as a bonus.

Get the Pumpkin Patch Bundle on Etsy →

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Made one? I’d love to see your bumble bee pumpkin! Tag me on Instagram @seeloveshare or share your makes in our free Facebook community. Happy Halloween! 🐝🎃

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