This crochet pattern walks you through making fall-themed granny squares, each designed to celebrate autumn with cozy patterns. From basic squares to pumpkin and mushroom designs, it’s beginner-friendly while offering a creative edge for seasoned crocheters. These squares stand out for their seasonal charm and warmth.
Crochet Fall Granny Squares
Inspired by autumn’s beauty, the patterns incorporate pumpkins, mushrooms, and earthy tones that perfectly capture the cozy essence of fall. This makes them perfect for the season’s décor, whether you use them for blankets, table settings, or wall art for your home.
Ideas for Gifting or Alternative Uses
These Crochet granny squares can be turned into giftable items like coasters, scarves, or even small bags, making them thoughtful handmade gifts for loved ones. Alternatively, join multiple squares to create a soft throw or festive cushion covers for fall decor.
Stitch Pattern & Structural Elements
This Crochet tutorial features basic granny square patterns, gradually progressing to more complex designs. The patterns mainly use stitch types like the double crochet, half-double crochet, and slip stitch while incorporating vibrant fall shades of yarn, like orange, burgundy, and brown. The use of a magic circle at the start gives a neat and polished look to the designs, ensuring the squares look symmetrical and professional.
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Step By Step Pattern
Materials
To bring these fall granny squares to life, you’ll need:
- Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver yarn in the following colors:
- Aran (white)
- Carrot (orange)
- Burgundy (red)
- Cafe Latte (brown)
- Yarn Weight: Medium (number 4)
- Crochet Hook: 5 mm hook
- Other Tools:
- Scissors
- Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
- Optional: Blocking tools to ensure all squares are the same size.
Stitch Guide
Here’s a quick overview of the stitches and techniques used in this tutorial:
- Magic Ring: A looped method to start crochet projects. Wrap yarn around two fingers in an “X,” insert the hook under and pull through the yarn. Tighten by pulling through the loop and forming a base.
- Chain Stitch (ch): Yarn over, pull through the loop on the hook.
- Double Crochet (dc): Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through the loop, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through the last two loops.
- Half Double Crochet (hdc): Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through the loop, yarn over, pull through all three loops.
- Single Crochet (sc): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through the loop, yarn over, pull through two loops.
- Slip Stitch (sl st): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through both loops on the hook.
Notes
- Sizing: The pumpkin and mushroom granny squares measure approximately 9×9 cm, while the basic granny square measures 8×8 cm. You can block them to align their sizes if necessary.
- Customization: Feel free to experiment with different yarn colors or weights for a personalized look.
- Gauge: These designs can be resized by adding more rounds to the basic granny square pattern.
Pattern Instructions
1. Basic Granny Square
This beginner-friendly pattern is a classic crochet square design, made in two colors.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Foundation Magic Ring:
- Create a magic ring with your white yarn. Leave a long tail for weaving in.
- Round 1:
- Chain 2 (counts as your first double crochet) and work 3 double crochets into the ring.
- Chain 2 (forms the corner), work 3 more double crochets. Repeat twice.
- Close the round by chaining 2 and slip stitching into the top of the first double crochet. Tighten the ring.
- Round 2:
- Switch to orange yarn. Attach by looping the yarn through the hook.
- Chain 2, work 3 double crochets into the first chain-2 space (corner).
- Chain 1, skip over clusters, and work 3 double crochets, chain 2, 3 double crochets into the next corner. Repeat this process until all corners are complete.
- Slip stitch to finish the round.
- Round 3:
- Switch back to white yarn. Work clusters (3 double crochets) in each space along the side.
- In corner spaces, work cluster, chain 2, cluster.
- Repeat the process for all sides and corners. Finish with a slip stitch, fasten off, and weave in ends.
2. Pumpkin Granny Square
Add a festive touch with this adorable pumpkin design.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Foundation Magic Ring:
- Using orange yarn, make a magic ring.
- Round 1:
- Chain 2 and work 12 double crochets into the ring. Tighten the ring.
- Slip stitch into the first stitch to close the round.
- Round 2:
- Chain 2, work 1 double crochet in the first stitch, and 4 double crochets into the next stitch. Continue the pattern: 2 double crochets, 2 double crochets, 1 single crochet, 1 slip stitch (forming half the pumpkin). Repeat the process for the remaining stitches on the other half.
- Switch to brown yarn to create the stem: Work a double crochet into the chain-2 space from the previous round.
- Round 3 – Squaring the Pumpkin:
- Using white yarn, create a square around the pumpkin. Work corners (2 double crochets, chain 2, 2 double crochets) in the chain spaces, and half-double crochets and single crochets along the sides.
- Round 4:
- Work one double crochet in every stitch along the sides.
- For corner spaces, work 2 double crochets, chain 2, 2 double crochets.
- Slip stitch, fasten off, and weave in ends.
3. Mushroom Granny Square
This whimsical design brings a touch of the forest to your crochet.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Foundation Magic Ring:
- Start with red yarn and create a magic ring. Tighten to close.
- Round 1:
- Chain 2 and work 5 double crochets. Switch to brown yarn on the sixth double crochet (changing colors happens during the final step of the stitch).
- Work 2 double crochets in brown, then switch to white. Work 2 double crochets, switch back to brown, and finish with 2 double crochets. Switch back to red and complete the round.
- Slip stitch to close the circle.
- Round 2:
- Work two double crochets into each stitch, switching colors to brown, white, and back to brown as needed. Adjust the yarn carried across stitches carefully to avoid tangles.
- Slip stitch to finish the round.
- Round 3 – Squaring the Mushroom:
- Switch to white yarn and work back loops only for added texture. Use a combination of slip stitches, single crochets, half-double crochets, and double crochets for the sides.
- In each corner space, work 1 double crochet, chain 2, 1 double crochet.
- Round 4:
- Work double crochets into every stitch, including corners (2 double crochets, chain 2, 2 double crochets).
- Slip stitch, fasten off, and weave in ends.
- Optional Decorative Spots:
- Using white yarn, embroider spots on the mushroom cap by threading yarn through with a needle.
Pattern Question
Q: Can I use different yarn weights to crochet these granny squares?
A: Yes! While the tutorial uses medium-weight yarn, you can use different yarn weights to customize the size and texture. Adjust your hook size accordingly for the best results.
