There’s something so cheerful about pineapples, isn’t there? With their spiky crowns and bright, sunny color, they bring a tropical vibe to any project. When I started designing this crochet pineapple, I wanted to capture that playful energy while keeping it versatile enough to use in all sorts of creative ways—play food, decorations, or as part of the fruit salad stacking game!

About the Design

This pineapple design is all about getting that signature texture and shape of a real pineapple. The body has a subtle bumpy texture created with the yarn under technique—a small adjustment that gives the stitches a crisp, firm look. The leafy crown at the top is worked seamlessly into the body, so there’s no sewing required!

I also added tiny V-shaped embroidery details at the base for even more character. It’s these small touches that make the pineapple perfect for stacking or as a stand-alone piece for display.

Materials + Yarn Choice

For this project, I used Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/6 yarn in dark yellow and shamrock green. This fine-weight cotton has excellent stitch definition and a soft grip, making it ideal for creating structured amigurumi like this one. Paired with a 3.25mm hook, it gives the pineapple a smooth, polished finish.

About the Pattern

This is an intermediate-level pattern that involves shaping techniques, working in the front and back loops, and using the yarn under technique for a firmer stitch texture. You’ll also embroider a few V-shaped details at the end to complete the pineapple’s look.

While it’s a bit more detailed than some beginner projects, I’ve broken everything down into clear steps to guide you along the way. The final result is a well-crafted piece that’s fun to stack, display, or play with.

Pattern Inspiration

Pineapples are such a cheerful fruit, aren’t they? When designing this piece, I imagined it as part of the fruit salad stacking game—but just like the strawberry, the possibilities are endless:

• Decorative bowls: Add a fun pop of tropical charm to your space.

• Play food: Kids will love pretending to serve pineapple slices!

• Seasonal décor: Pineapples make adorable summer party decorations.

• Garlands: Pair with other fruits for a playful look.

Whether you’re using this pineapple in the stacking game or making it as a stand-alone project, you’ll love seeing it come to life.

Tips for Success

• Practice the yarn under technique: This stitch creates a firmer texture, but it might take some getting used to if you’ve never tried it before.

• Stuff evenly: Light, even stuffing will help the pineapple keep its shape without bulging.

• Shaping the base: Use an embroidery needle to place stitches from the top to the bottom to flatten the base slightly for easier stacking or display.

Ready to Crochet?

I hope this little pineapple inspires you to try something fun and detailed. The step-by-step pattern is below, and the video tutorial will walk you through everything. Don’t forget to share your finished pineapple—I’d love to see how it turns out!

Skill level: Intermediate

Materials

• Fine weight (2) cotton yarn, such as:

  • Hobbii Friends Cotton in 8/6 Dark Yellow #26 and 8/6 Shamrock #104

• 3.25mm hook

• Stitch marker

• Embroidery needle

• Scissors

• Stuffing

Abbreviations (US Terminology)

st(s) - stitch(es)

sc - single crochet

inc - increase

dec - decrease

ch - chain

hdc - half double crochet

dc - double crochet

sl st - slip stitch

Pattern Notes

This pineapple crochet pattern is worked in continuous rounds, do not join or turn at the end of each round. 

Keep a somewhat tight tension so there are no gaps in your stitches.

Special Techniques: Yarn under

Crochet Pineapple Pattern

Start with Yellow and regular/yarn over technique

Round 1: sc 8 in magic ring

Round 2: inc in each st around (16 sts)

Round 3: (sc in next st, inc in next st) x 8 (24 sts)

Round 4: (sc in next 3 sts, inc in next st) x 6 (30 sts)

Round 5: (sc in next 4 sts, inc in next st) x 6 (36 sts)

Switch to yarn under technique

Round 6: working in BLO, sc in each st around

Round 7-13: working in both loops again, sc in each st around

Round 14: dec, sc in next 9 sts, dec, sc in next 6 sts, dec, sc in next 9 sts, dec, sc in next 4 sts (32 sts)

Round 15: sc in each st around

Round 16: dec, sc in next 8 sts, dec, sc in next 5 sts, dec, sc in next 8 sts, dec, sc in next 3 sts (28 sts)

Round 17: sc in next st, dec, sc in next 5 sts, dec, sc in next 5 sts, dec, sc in next 6 sts, dec, sc in next 3 sts (24 sts)

Round 18: sc in each st around

Round 19: [sc in next 2 sts, dec] x 6 (18 sts)

Switch to Green

Round 20: working in FLO, (sc in next 2 sts, inc in next st) x 6 (24 sts)

Round 21: working in both loops again, (sc in next 3 sts, inc in next st) x 6 (30 sts)

Round 22: working in the FLO, sl st in next st, [ch 4, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, sk 3 sts, sl st in next st] x 7 

TIP: Ensure your chain stitches are firm for crisp leaves.

Round 23: working in the BLO of Round 22, [sc in next 3 sts, dec] x 6 (24 sts)

Round 24: working in both loops again, [sc in next 2 sts, dec] x 6 (18 sts)

Round 25: [sc in next st, dec] x 6 (12 sts)

Round 26: dec x 6 (6 sts)

Finishing the pineapple

• Leaving a long tail, cut the yarn and use a yarn needle to close the opening.

• Insert the needle through the center and straight through to the bottom of the pineapple.

• Embroider V shapes around the bottom.

• Insert the needle in the center and back to the top, pulling gently to create an even base.

• Secure by sewing a few stitches in the top of the pineapple.

• Cut the yarn and weave in ends. 

Your crochet pineapple is done!

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This pattern is for personal use only. The pattern and its photos may not be reproduced, distributed or resold, translated, published, altered, shared or posted in any way over the internet or offline.

You may sell finished items made from this pattern as long as it is handmade by you, not mass produced, giving the credit to Pops de Milk / Patricia Castillo as the designer. If you have any questions, you can email me at patricia@popsdemilk.com