Graphic for a fall pumpkin crochet square pattern by Lovable Loops by Melissa Hassler. The design features a white crochet mini C2C pumpkin square with an orange pumpkin and green stem on the right. Large text on the left reads “Fall pumpkin crochet square” and “Mini C2C pattern,” with callouts for free crochet pattern, perfect for fall decor, and great for blankets and pillows.

C2C crochet pumpkin square pattern

ByMelissa Hassler

This C2C crochet pumpkin square pattern is a cute little square for fall and Halloween projects! The small pumpkin panel works up quickly and can be used for blankets, pillows, tote bags, wall hangings, garlands, classroom decor, and handmade gifts.

Quick answer

This advanced beginner C2C crochet pumpkin pattern uses worsted weight (#4) yarn and a G-6 (4 mm) crochet hook. The 5-inch (13 cm) square is worked diagonally in 17 C2C rows with white, orange, and green yarn, increasing to 9 blocks before decreasing. Both a picture graph and written color counts are included.

C2C crochet pumpkin square pattern details

Skill level

Advanced beginner — This mini square uses the C2C crochet technique and color changes, so you should be comfortable with basic C2C construction or willing to follow the included video tutorial.

Materials needed

  • G-6 (4 mm) crochet hook
  • Worsted weight yarn (#4) in white, orange, and green
  • Yarn needle
  • Scissors

Finished size

The finished square measures 5 x 5 inches (13 x 13 cm).

Gauge

8 C2C blocks = 4 inches (10 cm)

Learn how to check crochet gauge before you begin so you can adjust your hook size if needed.

Crochet abbreviations

Pattern notes

  • The square is worked corner to corner in diagonal rows, beginning at the bottom right corner and ending at the top left corner.
  • Each C2C block consists of ch 3 and 3 dc.
  • Ch 6 to begin an increase row and ch 3 to begin each new C2C block.
  • Rows 1–9 increase by one block per row, ending with 9 blocks in Row 9.
  • Beginning with Row 10, decrease at both ends of each row until 1 block remains.
  • When changing colors, switch to the new color as you join with a sl st to the next C2C block.
  • ↙ indicates a right-side row; ↗ indicates a wrong-side row.
  • The pattern is written in US crochet terms.
Square graphic showing a white mini C2C crochet panel with an orange pumpkin and green stem beside the words “Fall pumpkin crochet square.”

C2C video tutorial

If you’re new to corner-to-corner crochet, this tutorial uses my mini heart square to demonstrate the same C2C technique used for this pumpkin pattern.

Prefer YouTube? Watch my step-by-step C2C crochet tutorial on YouTube.

C2C crochet pumpkin square pattern instructions

Graph

Download the pumpkin square picture graph.

Written instructions

↙ Row 1: white x 1 (1 block) 
↗ Row 2: white x 2 (2 blocks) 
↙ Row 3: white x 3 (3 blocks) 
↗ Row 4: white x 1, orange x 2, white x 1 (4 blocks) 
↙ Row 5: white x 1, orange x 3, white x 1 (5 blocks) 
↗ Row 6: white x 1, orange x 4, white x 1 (6 blocks) 
↙ Row 7: white x 2, orange x 4, white x 1 (7 blocks) 
↗ Row 8: white x 1, orange x 5, white x 2 (8 blocks) 
↙ Row 9: white x 3, orange x 4, white x 2 (9 blocks) 
Corner: Start decreasing on both ends 
↗ Row 10: white x 1, orange x 4, white x 3 (8 blocks) 
↙ Row 11: white x 1, green x 2, orange x 3, white x 1 (7 blocks) 
↗ Row 12: white x 1, orange x 2, white x 1, green x 1, white x 1 (6 blocks) 
↙ Row 13: white x 5 (5 blocks) 
↗ Row 14: white x 4 (4 blocks) 
↙ Row 15: white x 3 (3 blocks) 
↗ Row 16: white x 2 (2 blocks) 
↙ Row 17: white x 1 (1 block) 

Add the border

After Row 17, fasten off the yarn used for the square.

Using your chosen border color, join yarn in any corner. Ch 1.

Work 2 sc evenly along the edge of each C2C block. In each corner block, work (2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc) instead of the usual 2 sc.

Continue around all four sides. Join with a sl st to the first sc and fasten off.

Finishing

Weave in all remaining yarn ends. Block the square if desired.

Mini C2C crochet square with an orange pumpkin and green stem on a white background.

Printable PDF version

Prefer a printable copy? This pumpkin square is included in my 26 Mini Crochet Squares pattern bundle in my Etsy shop.

More free fall crochet decor patterns

Looking for more pumpkin projects? Browse all of my free crochet pumpkin patterns for hats, blankets, home décor, accessories, and more.

Want a larger fall-themed C2C square? My C2C crochet Happy Fall Y’all pattern features a festive autumn message worked in orange and white yarn.

Want to make a bigger fall project? My crochet pumpkin pillow pattern uses the same C2C technique to create a 15-inch pillow featuring a white pumpkin on a tan background.

For a larger pumpkin design you can frame, try my crochet pumpkin wall art pattern. This 20 × 20-block C2C square features a white pumpkin with a gray stem on a neutral tan background.

For more seasonal projects, browse my fall crochet decor patterns, including pumpkins, leaves, pillows, appliqués, and baskets.

More free C2C crochet patterns

You can find more graph-style projects in my collection of free C2C crochet patterns. If you’re new to reading written instructions, my guide on how to read a crochet pattern can help with abbreviations, repeats, and pattern notes.

Let’s connect!

I’d love to see what you’re making! Share your finished project and follow along for more free crochet patterns and tutorials.

📌 Don’t forget to pin this pattern for later!
Happy crocheting! 🧶
— Melissa

Vertical graphic for a mini C2C pumpkin square crochet pattern by Lovable Loops by Melissa Hassler. The image shows a white crochet square with an orange pumpkin and green stem. Large text reads “Mini C2C pumpkin square,” with callouts that say free crochet pattern, mini C2C, and cute fall project.