Amberwood Harvest Wreath Free Pattern – Crochet a Cozy Autumn Door Decor

Wrap your door in the warm hues of autumn with this textured crochet wreath, featuring layered leaves, acorns, and a chunky braided ring. This is the perfect weekend project to welcome the season with handmade charm. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this pattern is designed to be approachable, rewarding, and utterly gorgeous when finished. Let's bring the harvest indoors!

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies. The gauge is not critical for this project, but aim for a firm stitch to help the wreath hold its shape beautifully.

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn in autumn tones: burnt orange, mustard yellow, rust red, olive green, cream, and warm brown (approx. 200g total).
• Main Hook: 5.0 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
• Detail Hook: 3.5 mm (E-4) crochet hook for small details like acorns and berries.
• Extras: Yarn needle for sewing, scissors, and a small amount of fiberfill for stuffing the acorns.
• Gauge: Not critical; 4 inches = 16 sc and 18 rows in single crochet with 5.0 mm hook.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these detailed instructions to create your wreath. Take your time, and enjoy the process of watching your autumn masterpiece come to life.

Part 1: The Wreath Base

The base is a textured, ruffled ring that forms the foundation of your wreath. It's worked in the round.

1. Foundation Chain: With the 5.0 mm hook and cream yarn, chain (ch) 90. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to form a ring, being careful not to twist the chain.
2. Round 1: Ch 1, single crochet (sc) in each chain around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (90 sc)
3. Round 2: Ch 1, sc in the same stitch, *ch 3, skip 2 stitches, sc in the next stitch*; repeat from * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (30 ch-3 spaces)
4. Round 3: Sl st into the first ch-3 space. Ch 1, work (sc, half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), hdc, sc) all in the same space. *Sc in the next ch-3 space, then work (sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc) in the next space*; repeat from * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. Fasten off and weave in the ends. This creates a beautiful, ruffled, textured ring.

Part 2: Leaf Motifs (Make 8-10 in Assorted Colors)

These simple leaves add a pop of autumn color. Use your burnt orange, mustard yellow, rust red, and olive green yarns.

1. Foundation: With the 5.0 mm hook, ch 10.
2. Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, hdc in the next, dc in the next 4 chains, hdc in the next, sc in the last chain. Ch 1, turn. (8 stitches)
3. Row 2: Sc in the first stitch, hdc in the next, dc in the next 4 stitches, hdc in the next, sc in the last stitch. Ch 1, turn. (8 stitches)
4. Row 3: Repeat Row 2, but at the end of the row, ch 3, then sl st into the same last stitch to form a small stem. Fasten off, leaving a long tail (approx. 12 inches) for sewing onto the wreath base.

Part 3: Acorn Motifs (Make 4-5)

These cute acorns add a whimsical, woodland touch. You'll use the smaller 3.5 mm hook for these.

1. Start: With the 3.5 mm hook and warm brown yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: Work 6 sc into the ring. Pull the tail to tighten the ring closed. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (6)
3. Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (12)
4. Round 3: Ch 1, *sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch*; repeat from * around. Join with a sl st. (18)
5. Rounds 4-5: Ch 1, sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st at the end of each round. (18)
6. Round 6 (Decrease): Ch 1, *sc2tog (single crochet two together), sc in the next stitch*; repeat from * around. Join with a sl st. (12)
7. Round 7 (Decrease): Ch 1, sc2tog around. Join with a sl st. (6) Before closing the hole completely, stuff the acorn lightly with fiberfill. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
8. Finishing Touch: With the cream yarn and a yarn needle, embroider a small cross-hatch pattern on the top half of the acorn to mimic the texture of an acorn cap.

Part 4: Assembly

Now for the fun part—bringing it all together!

1. Arrange: Lay your wreath base flat. Arrange the leaves and acorns evenly around the ring, overlapping them slightly to create a lush, layered look. Play with the color placement until you're happy with the design.
2. Sew: Use the long tails from each piece to sew them securely onto the wreath base. Weave in all ends neatly.
3. Hanging Loop: Cut a 12-inch piece of yarn. Fold it in half and tie the ends into a knot. Sew the loop securely onto the top back of the wreath.
4. Optional Berries: To add extra charm, make 6-8 small berries using the rust red yarn and 3.5 mm hook. (Magic ring, 6 sc, close, fasten off.) Sew them in clusters of three among the leaves.

Your Amberwood Harvest Wreath is now complete! Hang it on your door, above the mantel, or anywhere that needs a touch of cozy autumn warmth. Enjoy the compliments and the handmade beauty you've created!