Crochet Whimsical Autumn Harvest Wreath Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn in multiple colors: orange, yellow, brown, green, and cream
• 4.5 mm crochet hook
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Wire wreath frame (12" diameter)
• Hot glue gun (optional)

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• st = stitch
• inc = increase
• dec = decrease

Wreath Base:

1. Begin by creating a chain of 60 ch for the base.
2. Join the ends together with a sl st to form a ring.
3. Work in rounds using the sc stitch until you reach a width of about 3 inches (or desired thickness).
4. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Leaves (make 6 in different colors):

1. Begin with a magic ring.
2. Round 1: ch 1, 8 sc in magic ring (8 st).
3. Round 2: (sc, inc) around (12 st).
4. Round 3: (sc 2, inc) around (16 st).
5. Round 4: (sc 3, inc) around (20 st).
6. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Shape the leaves as desired and stitch down the center.
7. Attach to wreath.

Friendly Squirrel:

1. Start with a magic ring, 6 sc in the ring for the body.
2. Work 4 rounds in continuous rounds, and then stuff lightly with fiberfill.
3. For the head, create another magic ring, 6 sc and attach after stuffing.
4. Crochet small arms and legs, secure with stitches.
5. Add a fluffy tail by chaining 10, slip stitch to form a loop, and attach.
6. Embellish with safety eyes and nose.

Cornucopia:

1. Chain 12, in the second chain from the hook: sc 10, turn (10 st).
2. Continue to go around in rounds, inc 1 stitch per row until the desired size.
3. Stuff and secure the open end to form a cone shape, attaching it to the wreath.

Assembly:

1. Attach all decorations (leaves, squirrel, cornucopia) to the wreath base using a hot glue gun or sewing them down securely.
2. Add a large bow at the bottom using a contrasting color yarn.
3. Hang your wreath proudly and enjoy the fall splendor!

This wreath is a fun and easy project to add a personal touch to your home this autumn!