25 Autumn granny square patterns to Make | FREE Crochet Patterns
Autumn is almost here, bringing cooler weather and rainy days—perfect for cozying up with some yarn and hooks! If you're like me and love a quick, satisfying project, granny squares are a fantastic choice. They’re not only speedy to whip up but also great for on-the-go crafting.
I’ve gathered 25 of my favorite free autumn-themed granny square patterns for you. All squares are worked from the center out unless stated otherwise. For links to the full patterns, check out my blog post linked below.
Sunflower Granny Square by Hooked by Robbin, see the pattern here.
This sunflower granny square is ideal for capturing the essence of autumn. It uses basic stitches, puff stitch, dc3together, and dc4together to create a vibrant bloom.
Fall Floral Granny Square by Elise Rose Crochet, see the pattern here.
Featuring basic stitches and the popcorn stitch, this fall floral granny square can also be joined
Gorgeous Leaves Fall Granny Square by Nana’s Crafty Home, see the pattern here.
Measuring 6x6 inches (15x15 cm) and intermediate in difficulty, this square uses basic stitches and involves changing yarn colors to stitch leaves together. It’s worth the effort for a stunning fall effect.
Pumpkin Granny Square by This is Crochet, see the pattern here.
An 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) square that’s perfect for autumn, this design uses basic stitches along with front post double crochet and some color changes to bring a cheerful pumpkin to life.
This 14-inch (35.5 cm) square is a delightful, beginner-friendly project with a whimsical, 3D flower design. It starts with basic stitches and adds petals, eyes, and a smile for a fun twist.
This beginner-friendly square measures 5x5 inches (13x13 cm) and features a charming apple with a leaf and stem. It’s made with basic stitches and cluster stitch motifs, perfect for a sweet autumn touch.
Available in various yarn weights, this square ranges from 2 inches (6 cm) to 3.5 inches (9 cm). It features a free downloadable pattern on their blog and is perfect for adding a bit of sparkle to your autumn makes.
Another great fall granny square to make is this one by You Should Craft. It’s beginner friendly to make and measures 8 by 8 inches or 20 by 20 cm, and only requires basic stitches to make, as well as the dc2tog and dc3tog stitches to make so you do need to be comfortable with decreasing.
Autumn Flower by Yarnutopia, see the pattern here.
This autumn flower granny square by Yarnutopia is also a great one to make. It makes a 6 inch or 15 cm square. It is intermediate to make as the special stitches are the back post single crochet and front post half double crochet. This one also has a YouTube video tutorial with it as well.
You can also try making the Leaf Granny Square by Repeat Crafter Me. This one starts with a leaf at the center and then you add a border around it. It’s beginner-friendly and quick to whip up, making it a great project for those new to granny squares or anyone looking for a fast and charming autumn make.
This advanced-level square measures 12 inches (30.5 cm) and features intricate stitches like the 3rd loop hdc diff stitch and picot single crochet. It’s a detailed project that’s worth the extra effort.
Measuring 9 inches (23 cm), this square is beginner-friendly and made by combining nine squares with different motifs. It requires some basic sewing to add the leaf stem, making it a fun and creative project.
Pumpkin Square by Be Ewenique Boutique, see the pattern here.
A 4-inch (10 cm) square using basic stitches, this design is beginner-friendly and perfect for making in bulk. You can easily add details with scrap yarn for a personalized touch.
Using basic stitches, puff stitch, and cluster stitch, this square starts with a circle and finishes as a square. It includes both a YouTube video tutorial and a PDF pattern.
This intermediate-level square measures 12 inches and features special stitches like bpdc, fpdc, and v stitch. It includes both a downloadable PDF pattern and a video tutorial for a comprehensive crafting experience.
These are my top granny squares to crochet this autumn! I hope you enjoyed them. If so, let me know in the comments which one was your favorite or what other crochet patterns you’d like to see next!
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