C2C letter M crochet pattern
Looking for a crochet letter M pattern? This free C2C design creates a 9-inch letter M square using worsted weight yarn and simple color changes. Follow the printable graph or the written instructions below, then use the finished square in an alphabet blanket or other personalized crochet project.
Quick answer
This C2C letter M crochet pattern makes a 9 × 9 inch square using worsted weight yarn and a 4.5 mm crochet hook. The pattern includes a printable graph, written color-change instructions, and a simple border.
Why you’ll love this letter M crochet pattern
- Graph and written instructions — Choose the format you prefer.
- Great for personalization — Use the letter M for names, initials, and alphabet projects.
- Part of a full alphabet collection — Combine it with other letter squares for a blanket.
- Simple C2C construction — Uses basic C2C blocks and color changes.
- Printable graph included — Easy to save and follow as you crochet.
C2C letter M crochet pattern details
Here’s a quick overview of the materials, sizing, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.
Skill level
Advanced beginner. This C2C pattern uses basic crochet stitches and simple color changes.
Materials needed
- Size 7 (4.5 mm) crochet hook
- Worsted weight yarn (#4) in white and purple
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Finished size
The finished letter M square measures approximately 9 × 9 inches.
Gauge
8 C2C blocks = approximately 4 inches (10 cm)
My guide to crochet gauge explains how to measure your stitches and adjust your hook size.
Pattern notes
- Work this letter square in the C2C technique, changing yarn color by following either the graph or the written instructions.
- Written instructions are for working from the bottom right corner to the top left.
- Chain 5 to start each new row and chain 2 at the beginning of each square.
Crochet abbreviations
- dc = double crochet
- hdc = half double crochet stitch
- st / sts = stitch / stitches
- ch / chs = chain / chains
C2C letter M crochet pattern instructions
Follow the graph or the written color-change instructions below to make your C2C letter M square. The design is worked from corner to corner, then finished with a simple border after the square is complete.
Letter M graph
Download the letter M graph.
Letter M written instructions
↙ Row 1: purple x 1 (1 block)
↗ Row 2: purple x 2 (2 blocks)
↙ Row 3: purple x 3 (3 blocks)
↗ Row 4: purple x 4 (4 blocks)
↙ Row 5: purple x 5 (5 blocks)
↗ Row 6: purple x 2, white x 1, purple x 3 (6 blocks)
↙ Row 7: purple x 3, white x 2, purple x 2 (7 blocks)
↗ Row 8: purple x 3, white x 2, purple x 3 (8 blocks)
↙ Row 9: purple x 3, white x 2, purple x 4 (9 blocks)
↗ Row 10: purple x 5, white x 2, purple x 3 (10 blocks)
↙ Row 11: purple x 3, white x 2, purple x 6 (11 blocks)
↗ Row 12: purple x 7, white x 2, purple x 3 (12 blocks)
↙ Row 13: purple x 3, white x 2, purple x 8 (13 blocks)
↗ Row 14: purple x 9, white x 2, purple x 3 (14 blocks)
↙ Row 15: purple x 3, white x 2, purple x 10 (15 blocks)
↗ Row 16: purple x 2, white x 1, purple x 8, white x 2, purple x 3 (16 blocks)
↙ Row 17: purple x 3, white x 2, purple x 8, white x 2, purple x 2 (17 blocks)
↗ Row 18: purple x 3, white x 2, purple x 4, white x 6, purple x 3 (18 blocks)
Corner: Start decreasing on both ends
↙ Row 19: purple x 2, white x 7, purple x 3, white x 2, purple x 3 (17 blocks)
↗ Row 20: purple x 3, white x 2, purple x 3, white x 6, purple x 2 (16 blocks)
↙ Row 21: purple x 6, white x 2, purple x 2, white x 2, purple x 3 (15 blocks)
↗ Row 22: purple x 3, white x 2, purple x 2, white x 1, purple x 6 (14 blocks)
↙ Row 23: purple x 5, white x 2, purple x 1, white x 2, purple x 3 (13 blocks)
↗ Row 24: purple x 3, white x 2, purple x 1, white x 1, purple x 5 (12 blocks)
↙ Row 25: purple x 4, white x 4, purple x 3 (11 blocks)
↗ Row 26: purple x 3, white x 3, purple x 4 (10 blocks)
↙ Row 27: purple x 3, white x 3, purple x 3 (9 blocks)
↗ Row 28: purple x 3, white x 2, purple x 3 (8 blocks)
↙ Row 29: purple x 2, white x 2, purple x 3 (7 blocks)
↗ Row 30: purple x 3, white x 1, purple x 2 (6 blocks)
↙ Row 31: purple x 5 (5 blocks)
↗ Row 32: purple x 4 (4 blocks)
↙ Row 33: purple x 3 (3 blocks)
↗ Row 34: purple x 2 (2 blocks)
↙ Row 35: purple x 1 (1 block)
Letter M square border
Join the white yarn. In each corner, work (hdc, ch 1, hdc). Along each side, work (hdc, ch 1) between each C2C block.
More free crochet patterns
This letter M square is part of my Alphabet Blanket pattern. Continue your alphabet with letter N and letter O.
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Happy crocheting! 🧶
— Melissa
