Bring the warm, vibrant essence of fall into your home with these delightful Autumn Harvest Spiral Crochet Hangers. Each piece captures the rich colors and natural textures of the season, including a radiant sunflower, plump pumpkin, striking red maple leaf, classic acorn, and beautifully variegated leafy motifs. At the bottom of each motif, a whimsical spiral crochet tail dangles playfully, making these hangers perfect for windows, mantels, doorknobs, nursery mobiles, or as festive fall party decorations.
The visual appeal of these pieces lies in their attention to detail: bright yellows, oranges, greens, and browns, dynamic spiral curls, realistic leaf veining, and the sturdy yet soft form of the pumpkin and acorn shapes. The blend of cheerful color changes and three-dimensional forms provides a fun, interactive crochet project that will brighten any room.
Each hanger is individually charming, but together, they create an enchanting autumnal garland or collection. Whether you attach them to a branch, as shown, or display them singly, these ornaments are irresistible for anyone who loves the beauty of fall and unique handmade decor. Experienced crocheters will appreciate tailoring each motif, while adventurous beginners will find the spirals and basic shaping fun to tackle.
Project Overview
Each motif (sunflower, pumpkin, maple leaf, acorn, leaf) is crocheted separately, worked either in continuous rounds or rows, then paired with a spiral tail and looped for hanging. The spirals are created by frequent increases, giving them a twisty, curly appearance. Motifs are assembled with their own matching tails and finished with a simple loop for hanging.
Skill Level
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate. Crocheters should be comfortable with working in the round, changing colors, increasing and decreasing, and basic assembly. Leaf shaping and spiral formation are accessible but require careful stitch counting and color changes for best results.
Materials
- Yarn weight: DK/light worsted weight cotton or acrylic is suggested for crisp stitches and good stitch definition.
- Yarn quantities (approximate):
- Yellow (sunflower petals, spiral): 30g
- Dark brown (sunflower center, acorn cap, spiral): 20g
- Orange (pumpkin, spirals, leaf): 25g
- Bright red (maple leaf, spiral): 15g
- Green (leaf, pumpkin leaf, spirals): 30g
- Tan/Beige (acorn nut, spiral): 20g
- Other accent colors as needed for spirals (yellow, light brown, rust): 20g total
- Crochet hook: 3.0 mm (US C/2 or D/3) or size needed for firm stitches
- Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends and assembling)
- Small amount of stuffing (polyfill) for pumpkin and acorn
- Scissors
- Stitch markers (very helpful for working in spirals and rounds)
- Twine/yarn for hanging loops
Finished Size
- Each full hanging motif (with spiral) is approximately 28–33 cm (11–13 inches) long.
- Main motifs (without spiral): 9–12 cm (3.5–4.7 inches) tall.
You can easily size up or down by changing your yarn weight and hook size, or by increasing/decreasing round or row counts for motifs and spirals.
Gauge
Gauge is not critical but for reference: 5 rounds of single crochet in the round = 4 cm (1.6 inches) in diameter. Slight changes in gauge will affect the size and fullness of your motifs and spirals.
Stitches and Abbreviations
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- tr – treble crochet
- MR – magic ring
- inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec – decrease (sc 2 together)
- FO – fasten off
Important Pattern Notes
- Unless noted, work in continuous rounds; use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
- Chains at the beginning of rows/rounds do not count as stitches unless otherwise stated.
- Change colors between motifs as directed; for spiral tails, alternate colors as desired, carrying yarn loosely or switching at row ends.
- Right side (RS) should face you for motif shaping and final assembly.
- Stuff pumpkin and acorn only lightly to avoid stretching stitches.
Detailed Crochet Pattern
Part 1: Sunflower Motif
Sunflower Center (Use dark brown)
- Round 1: MR, 6 sc into ring (6)
- Round 2: inc in each st (12)
- Round 3: *sc in next, inc* around (18)
- Round 4: *sc in next 2, inc* around (24)
- Round 5: *sc in next 3, inc* around (30). Sl st to join, FO and weave in end.
Sunflower Petals (Use yellow)
- Join yellow anywhere on the edge of brown circle.
- *Ch 5, in 2nd ch from hook: sc, hdc in next, dc in next, tr in last; sl st in next st of circle* — repeat 15 times around. Join with sl st, FO.
- Note: You’ll have 15 petals. Petal height and fullness can be adjusted by using more or fewer chains.
Spiral Tail for Sunflower (Use yellow and green alternately):
- With green, ch 50. Turn, work 3 sc in each ch across (creates spiral). Change color to yellow every 8-9 stitches for a striped effect, or as desired. FO leaving tail for assembly.
Leaf (at bottom of spiral):
- With green, ch 10. In 2nd ch from hook: sl st, sc in next, hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc, sc, sl st. FO; sew to bottom of spiral.
Part 2: Pumpkin Motif
Pumpkin Body (Use orange, worked amigurumi style):
- Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
- Round 2: inc in each st (12)
- Round 3: *sc in next, inc* around (18)
- Round 4: *sc in next 2, inc* around (24)
- Round 5: *sc in next 3, inc* around (30)
- Round 6-10: sc in each st (30)
- Round 11: *sc in next 3, dec* around (24)
- Round 12: *sc in next 2, dec* around (18)
- Round 13: *sc in next, dec* around (12)
- Stuff firmly.
- Round 14: dec around (6). FO, weave end through rem sts, pull tight to close.
- To create pumpkin ‘segments’: Thread 30cm orange yarn onto needle, insert through top center to base center, pull tight to pinch, wrap around the side, insert needle back through center and repeat 4–5 times for ridges, spacing evenly.
Stem (brown):
- MR, 4 sc, join, ch 2, turn, sl st in each sc (makes tiny stem). FO, attach to pumpkin top.
Pumpkin Leaf (green):
- Ch 7, sl st in 2nd ch, sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc. FO, sew beside stem.
Spiral Tail for Pumpkin (Use orange, yellow, red; alternate about every 10 stitches):
- Ch 50, turn, work 3 sc in each ch across, changing color every 10. FO, sew to pumpkin base.
Mini Leaf (at spiral bottom):
- Ch 10 with brown or orange, work back as in sunflower leaf. Sew to end.
Part 3: Maple Leaf Motif
Maple Leaf (red):
- Maple leaf is worked in rows/sections for a realistic shape. Use stitch markers to keep track of main lobes.
- Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 4 (5)
- Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across (5)
- Ch 8, sl st in 2nd ch, sc, hdc, dc in next 3, hdc, sc, join with sl st to main row to form side lobe. Repeat on both sides for 3 main lobes.
- Work small side lobes with ch 6, repeat: ch6, sl st, sc, hdc, dc, hdc, return to main row. Position them with even spacing around central lobe.
- For center vein: ch 9, sl st back. Sew veins and pinch lobes for definition.
- FO and weave in ends.
Spiral Tail for Maple (red, yellow, orange, brown stripes):
- Ch 50, turn, 3 sc in each ch across, alternating colors as the spiral shown. FO, sew to leaf base.
Mini Leaf (at spiral bottom):
- Make a small maple or simple leaf as in sunflower/spiral section; sew to end.
Part 4: Acorn Motif
Acorn Nut (beige/tan):
- Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
- Round 2: inc around (12)
- Round 3: *sc in next, inc* around (18)
- Round 4: *sc in next 2, inc* around (24)
- Rounds 5–7: sc around (24)
- Round 8: *sc in next 2, dec* around (18)
- Stuff acorn firmly.
- Round 9: *sc in next, dec* around (12)
- FO, leave end for sewing.
Acorn Cap (brown):
- Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
- Round 2: inc around (12)
- Round 3: *sc in next, inc* around (18)
- Round 4: *sc in next 2, inc* around (24)
- Round 5: sc in blo of each st (24)
- Round 6: *sc in next, dec* around (16)
- Sl st, FO. Sew cap to top of nut.
Spiral Tail for Acorn (brown and beige stripes):
- Ch 50, turn, work 3 sc in each ch, alternating brown and beige every 8 chains or as desired. FO, sew to acorn base.
Mini Leaf (green or brown):
- Make a small leaf as with sunflower, attach to spiral end.
Part 5: Classic Leaf Motif
Large Leaf (green or multicolored):
- With green, ch 12.
- Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across (11)
- Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in 5, hdc in 3, dc in 2, tr in 1.
- Ch 4, turn, sl st in 2nd ch, sc, hdc, return to main vein for side lobe.
- Repeat ch-4 section on other side.
- Work sl sts down each side of leaf for a neat edge; add surface slip-stitch or embroidery for veins if desired.
- FO and weave in ends.
Spiral Tail for Leaf (green, yellow, orange segments):
- Ch 50, turn, 3 sc in each ch, changing colors as you wish for a variegated look. FO; attach to leaf tip.
Mini Leaf: As above, attach to spiral end.
Part 6: Hanging Loop
- With strong twine or matching yarn: ch 20, sl st to first ch to form a ring. FO, weave both ends through motif top and knot firmly.
Assembly and Finishing
- Sew spiral tails securely to base of each motif using yarn tails and tapestry needle.
- Attach mini leaves to the end of each spiral; secure with several stitches.
- Weave in all ends neatly on the back or inside motifs.
- Lightly block leaves and sunflower flat. Gently shape pumpkin and acorn, pinching segments if needed.
- Arrange and attach hanging loops so motifs hang straight and at matching heights. Optionally, string finished motifs on a decorative branch or dowel as shown for a charming wall hanging or garland.
Customization Ideas
- Color palettes: Try pastel or monochrome color schemes for different seasons, or substitute metallic yarn for a festive touch.
- Motif use: Attach motifs to gift bags, use as keychains, bag charms, or nursery mobiles.
- Blanket/pillow project: Work motifs flat, skip spiral, and join them as squares or appliqués for a seasonal throw or cushion.
- Size variation: Use thicker yarn and larger hooks for chunkier hangers, or fine cotton for delicate miniatures.
- Embellishments: Add beads, sequins, or embroidery to petals and leaf veins for extra sparkle.
Troubleshooting Tips
- Piece curling: Light blocking will flatten leaves and sunflower petals.
- Uneven edges: Add a final round of sc or sl st edging to motifs for neater shape.
- Motif too large/small: Adjust hook size, or add/subtract rounds/rows to main motifs.
- Loose/untidy color changes: Always change color in the last yarn-over of previous stitch; weave in ends securely.
- Spirals losing curl: Increase scs per chain or tighten tension to restore spiral shape; light steam blocking can help set curls.
- Uneven tension: Take breaks, check stitch height regularly, or try switching to ergonomic hooks for comfort.
Care Instructions
- Hand wash gently in cold water with mild detergent. Lay flat to dry, shape while damp.
- Do not tumble dry or iron. Store spirals flat or arranged as desired to preserve their shape.
Final Notes
For the best results, check your stitch counts every round or row. Adjust your tension if pieces look loose or wobbly, and use the uploaded photo as a visual reference guide for colors, shapes, and assembly. Don’t hesitate to personalize colors or motifs to make your Autumn Harvest Spiral Crochet Hangers uniquely yours!
