This cozy pumpkin square is perfect for fall. A bright orange pumpkin with raised ribs and a curly green stem sits on a cream granny square with an open lace border. Use it for autumn blankets, pillows, table runners, and Thanksgiving decor.
The square is made in two parts. First you crochet the pumpkin, then you build the cream granny square around it.
Materials
Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn in orange, about 20 g
Worsted weight yarn in bright orange for the ribs, about 5 g
Worsted weight yarn in olive green, about 5 g
Worsted weight yarn in cream, about 30 g
Crochet hook 4.0 mm
Tapestry needle and scissors
Finished Size
About 16 by 16 cm (6.5 by 6.5 inches)
Stitches Used (US Terms)
ch chain
sl st slip stitch
sc single crochet
hdc half double crochet
dc double crochet
sc2tog single crochet two together
Part 1: The Pumpkin (orange)
Chain 12.
Row 1: Single crochet in the 2nd chain from the hook and in each chain across. Turn. You have 11 stitches.
Row 2: Chain 1, work 2 single crochet in the first stitch, single crochet across, and 2 single crochet in the last stitch. Turn. You have 13 stitches.
Rows 3 to 5: Repeat Row 2. You now have 19 stitches.
Rows 6 to 12: Chain 1 and single crochet in each stitch across. Turn.
Rows 13 to 15: Chain 1, single crochet 2 together, single crochet across to the last 2 stitches, and single crochet 2 together. Turn. You now have 13 stitches.
Round 16: Work single crochet all around the pumpkin shape to smooth the edge. Join and fasten off.
Pumpkin Ribs
With bright orange, work a line of surface slip stitches from the top of the pumpkin to the bottom. Make 5 curved lines, spaced evenly across the pumpkin. Curve the outer lines slightly so the pumpkin looks round.
Stem (green)
Chain 8.
Row 1: Single crochet in the 2nd chain from the hook and in each chain across. Turn.
Row 2: Chain 1 and slip stitch in each stitch across. Fasten off.
Sew the stem to the top of the pumpkin with a small curl to the right.
Part 2: The Cream Granny Square
Round 1: Join cream at the top of the pumpkin. Work single crochet evenly all around the pumpkin, placing 4 stitch markers to mark the corners of a square. Join.
Round 2: Chain 3 and work double crochet around. Use treble crochet in the lower areas of the circle and single crochet or half double crochet where the pumpkin is widest, so the shape becomes square. In each corner, work 3 double crochet, chain 2, and 3 double crochet. Join.
Round 3: Chain 3 and work double crochet in each stitch along the sides, with 3 double crochet, chain 2, and 3 double crochet in each corner. Join.
Lace Round
Round 4: Chain 4, skip 2 stitches, work 3 double crochet in the next stitch, and chain 1. Repeat along each side to make open spaces with clusters, like the photo. In each corner, work 3 double crochet, chain 2, and 3 double crochet. Join.
Round 5: Work 3 double crochet in each chain 1 space along the sides, with chain 1 between groups. In each corner, work 3 double crochet, chain 2, and 3 double crochet. Join.
Round 6: Chain 1 and work single crochet in each stitch and space around, with 3 single crochet in each corner. Join and fasten off.
Blocking
Lightly dampen the square and pin it flat with straight edges and sharp corners. Let it dry completely.
Ways to Use Your Pumpkin Square
Join several squares for a fall blanket.
Make a pillow cover with four squares on the front.
Join a row of squares for a Thanksgiving table runner.
Use a single square as a coaster or hot pad.
Tips for Success
Keep the pumpkin flat by counting your stitches in each row.
If the square starts to ruffle in Round 2, use shorter stitches in that area.
Use stitch markers at the corners to keep the square even.
Final Thoughts
This pumpkin granny square is a quick and cheerful fall project. Make it in white, sage, or pale orange for a softer look. Share your finished squares in the comments below. We would love to see your autumn colors!