Pattern Description:
This charming Pumpkin Jar Cozy pattern by Briana Olsen creates a festive cover to fit a pint-sized canning jar.
Worked in rounds from a magic loop using worsted weight yarn, it features textured ridges formed by front post double crochet (fpdc) stitches.
The cozy is finished with playful crocheted vines, giving your jar a perfect pumpkin-inspired autumn look.
Materials Needed & Measurements:
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Worsted Weight Yarn (Medium #4) requiring 50 yards.
- Main Color (MC): Orange
- Contrasting Color (CC): Green
- Hook: Crochet Hook I (5.5mm)
- Tools: Ruler/Measuring Tape, Tapestry Needle, and a Stitch Marker
Measurements
- Gauge: The specified gauge is 12 single crochet (sc) stitches by 15 rows, equaling 4 inches.
- Fit: This gauge is designed to fit a pint size canning jar.
- Vine Length: The vine component instructs the crocheter to work chains for 11 inches.
Abbreviations Used:
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- dc – double crochet
- sts – stitch(es)
- sp(s) – space(s)
- yo – yarn over
- R – round
- FO – finish off
- join – slip stitch to first stitch or top of chain 3
- [ ] or * – repeat or work as directed
Instructions for Making the Pumpkin Jar Cozy Pattern:
Cozy Instructions (Main Color – MC: Orange)
Note: Stitch counts in parentheses ( ) exclude slip stitches and chains unless stated otherwise. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
- R1: With MC, make a magic loop. Ch 1, work 6 sc in loop. (6)
- R2: 2 sc in each st around. (12) – Place stitch marker.
- R3: 2scinnextst,scinnextst2 sc in next st, sc in next st2scinnextst,scinnextst 6 times. (18)
- R4: 2scinnextst,scinnext2sts2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts2scinnextst,scinnext2sts 6 times. (24)
- R5: 2scinnextst,scinnext3sts2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts2scinnextst,scinnext3sts 6 times, join. (30)
- R6: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc, ch 1, 2 dc in same st as ch 3, skip 1 st, dc in next st, skip 2 sts, 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc in next st, skip 1 st, dc in next st; repeat to 5 times, join. (30)
- R7: Sl st in next dc and into ch-1 sp, ch 3, dc, ch 1, 2 dc in same sp, skip 2 sts, fpdc around next dc, 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc in next ch-1 sp, skip 2 sts, fpdc around next dc; repeat to 5 times, join. (30)
- R8–R12: Repeat R7 for each round: sl st into next dc and into ch-1 sp, ch 3, dc, ch 1, 2 dc in same sp, fpdc in next fpdc; repeat pattern around, join. (30)
- R13: Sl st into next dc, ch 1. scindc,scinch-1sp,scindc,ch1,skipst,fpdcinfpdc,ch1,skipstsc in dc, sc in ch-1 sp, sc in dc, ch 1, skip st, fpdc in fpdc, ch 1, skip stscindc,scinch−1sp,scindc,ch1,skipst,fpdcinfpdc,ch1,skipst 6 times, join. (24)
- R14: Ch 1, sc in same st, ch 1, skip st, sc in next st, ch 1, sc in fpdc, ch 1; repeat to around, join. (18)
- Finishing Cozy: Fasten off (FO) and weave in all ends securely with a tapestry needle.
Vine Instructions (Contrasting Color – CC: Green)
- Row 1: With CC, ch 13. Work 3 sc in the second ch from hook and 3 sc in each remaining ch. Ch 9, 3 sc in second ch from hook and 3 sc in each remaining ch.
- Continue chaining until the length measures 11 inches. Measure 2 inches from hook and sl st to form a loop. FO and weave in all tails.
Attachment
Weave the finished vine through Round 14 of the cozy. Slip the ends of the vines through the loop created at the top to secure them in place. Adjust the vines for a natural curling effect.
Finishing Notes
Your Pumpkin Jar Cozy is now complete! Slide it over a pint-sized canning jar, and enjoy your festive autumn décor.
Perfect for candles, treats, or table centerpieces, this handmade cozy adds warmth and charm to any fall celebration.
