C2C crochet apple worm pattern
Looking for a fun and educational-themed crochet project? Let me introduce my Apple Worm Mini C2C Crochet Square Pattern! This adorable mini C2C pattern, measuring 5 by 5 inches, is perfect for creating cute, school-inspired designs. The pattern features a charming little worm popping out of a bright red apple, making it an ideal choice for classroom projects or teacher appreciation gifts.
Whether you’re a crochet beginner or have plenty of experience, you’ll find this pattern easy to follow and delightful to make. Let’s get started and create something special that’s perfect for the classroom! The free crochet pattern is below.
Free Mini C2C Crochet Square Pattern
This Apple Worm crochet square is perfect for school-related projects and gifts! Use it to make thoughtful teacher appreciation gifts, like a cozy pillow for the classroom or a tote bag that’s both practical and personalized. You can also create a colorful wall hanging to brighten up a teacher’s workspace or a student’s study area.
This square would be adorable as part of a back-to-school blanket or even as a fun, educational coaster set for the teacher’s desk. The possibilities are endless, and this charming apple worm design is sure to bring smiles wherever it’s used! I used it for my teacher gifts bag pattern.
Crochet Project Materials Needed
- Crochet Hook Size: G-6 4 mm
- Yarn: Worsted weight yarn. I used Lion Brand Yarns 24/7 Cotton in white, red, grass, and a scrap of black.
- Yarn needle: Use this to weave in your ends.
- Scissors: Use scissors to fasten off your yarn.
- Stitch marker(s): Optional. Use these to help keep track of your stitches.
Printable PDF Version
View this crochet pattern in my Etsy shop: Crochet Apple Worm Pattern
C2C crochet apple worm pattern details
Skill Level
Advanced beginners. This mini square is made using the C2C crochet method and it involves color changes.
Finished Measurements
My mini apple worm square measures 5 inches by 5 inches.
Gauge
8 squares (ch 3 + 3 dc) = 4 inches
Crochet Terms
- dc = double crochet
- single crochet
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
C2C Crochet Technique
- The pattern is made using the C2C technique of making “squares” in diagonal rows. You start in the bottom right corner and ending in the top left corner.
- Each square is made of a chain 3 + 3 double crochet.
- Chain 6 to start a new row and chain 3 to start a new square.
- You can follow the picture graph or the written pattern.
- The written pattern tells you how many squares to make of each color and in what order.
C2C Video Tutorial
Need C2C help? I have a step by step C2C tutorial for my mini heart square on my YouTube channel.
C2C Crochet Pattern Notes
- The pattern is written in US terms.
- ↙ You are working on the “right side”.
- ↗ You are working on the “wrong side”.
Free C2C crochet apple worm pattern instructions
Crochet the apple worm square following the picture graph or the written pattern.
Graph
Download the apple worm square picture graph.
Written Instructions
Use a scrap of black yarn to stitch the eyes.
Border for the Mini C2C Crochet Square Pattern
Make 2 sc in each square along the sides and in each corner square make (2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc).
Finishing the Mini C2C Crochet Square Pattern
Fasten off and then weave in all of your ends. Block if desired.
More free C2C crochet patterns
You can find more small graph-style projects in my collection of free C2C crochet patterns. If written instructions ever feel confusing, my guide on how to read a crochet pattern can help with abbreviations, repeats, and pattern notes.
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Happy crocheting! 🧶
— Melissa
