Cute Wicked Witch Granny Square Crochet Pattern
This Cute Wicked Witch Granny Square Crochet Pattern Free is a perfect addition to your Halloween crochet projects! The playful design features a 3D witch hat applique, giving it a fun, festive touch.
Whether you’re into spooky designs or just love all things witchy, this pattern is both cute and creative. Best of all, it’s totally free and super easy to make! The free crochet pattern is below.
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Free Granny Square Projects Ideas
Granny squares are a great way to add variety to your crochet projects. This crochet motif can be used on its own or combined with other Halloween squares like my bat, spider, cat, eyeball, jack-o-lantern, skull, or ghost.
Make a cozy square blanket, a stylish cardigan, or even a cute tote bag. You can also use it for home décor, like a festive garland, a fun pillow, or even a part of an afghan block. This pattern opens up endless possibilities with different square variations!
Wicked Witch Granny Square Crochet Pattern Information
This pattern is a great challenge for advanced beginners. It’s a twist on the traditional granny square, using a circle to square technique that adds a modern touch.
The simple granny design is easy to follow, making it perfect for those looking for an easy granny project with a fun Halloween twist. The 3D appliqué adds an extra layer of depth and texture, making it a standout in any diy project, from a square sweater to a cozy top.
Skill Level
Advanced beginner. This easy pattern uses basic stitches and involves color changes and shaping.
Materials for the Granny Square Crochet Pattern
- Hook size: H-8 5 mm crochet hook or mm hook size needed for gauge
- Type of yarn: Worsted weight yarn/medium weight #4. You will need black, purple, green, yellow (small scrap), and white yarn.
- Tapestry needle: Use this to weave in the ends.
- Stitch markers: Optional. You can use these to help keep track of your stitches.
PDF Pattern
This crochet pattern is also available as an ad-free PDF in my Etsy Shop: Halloween crochet granny squares bundle
Finished Size
My basic granny square measures 7.25 inches by 7.25 inches.
Gauge
16 stitches = 4 inches
9 rounds = 4 inches
Crochet Terms
- DC = double crochet
- SC = single crochet
- sc2tog = single crochet decrease
- HDC = half double crochet
- ch/chs = chain stitch/chain stitches
- st/sts = stitch, stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
Granny Square Crochet Pattern Notes
- The granny square pattern is written in US terms.
- You will make the granny square first and then add the face parts.
- The stitch counts are listed at the end of each row/round.
- The granny square is made with the circle to square technique.
- Join each round with a slip stitch to the first stitch made in that round.
- Repeat instructions between the asterisks (*) for the rest of the round.
- The chain at the beginning of each round does not count as a stitch.
Magic Circle Alternative
If you find the magic ring/circle tricky, try this easier method for round 1: Chain 3, make 11 dc in the 3rd ch from the hook, join (11 stitches)
Wicked Witch Granny Square Crochet Pattern Instructions
You will make the granny square first and then add the face parts.
Granny Square Crochet Pattern
Green yarn
Rnd 1: Magic circle, 11 DC, join to first DC (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, make 2 DC in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 DC, DC in the next st*, join (33 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 DC, DC in the next 2 sts*, join with white yarn (44 stitches)
White yarn
Rnd 5: Ch 2, *(2 DC, ch-2, 2 DC), DC in the next 10 sts*, join
Rnds 6-8: Ch 2, DC in each st and (2 DC, ch-2, 2 DC) in each ch-2 corner space
Witch Hat Pattern
Black yarn
Row 1: Ch 17, SC in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each rem ch, turn (16 stitches)
Row 2: Ch 1, SC in each st, fasten off (16 stitches)
Purple yarn
Skip over 2 sts and join the purple yarn to the 3rd st
Row 3: Ch 1, SC in 12 sts, turn (12 stitches)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, SC 8, sc2tog, turn (10 stitches)
Black yarn
Row 5: Ch 1, SC in each st, turn (10 stitches)
Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, SC 6, sc2tog, turn (8 stitches)
Row 7: Ch 1, SC in each st, turn (8 stitches)
Row 8: Ch 1, sc2tog, SC 4, sc2tog, turn (6 stitches)
Row 9: Ch 1, SC in each st, turn (6 stitches)
Row 10: Ch 1, sc2tog, SC 2, sc2tog, turn (4 stitches)
Row 11: Ch 1, SC in each st, turn (4 stitches)
Row 12: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc2tog, turn (2 stitches)
Row 13: Ch 1, SC in each st, turn (2 stitches)
Row 14: Ch 1, sc2tog and fasten off (1 stitch)
Use a scrap of yellow yarn to stitch a buckle on the hat and then sew the witch hat to the granny square.
Witch Eyes
Make 2 using white yarn.
Ch 2, make 6 SC in the 2nd ch from the hook, join and fasten off (6 stitches)
Tie a little bit of black leftover yarn into a small knots and attach to the center of each eye. Sew the eyes to the witch face.
Hair Curls Pattern
Make 4 using purple yarn.
Ch 14, make 2 HDC in the 3rd ch from the hook and in each rem ch, fasten off (24 stitches)
Attach two hair curls to each side of the witch face.
Smile Instructions
Use black yarn to stitch a smile on the witch face.
Finishing the Granny Square Crochet Pattern
Fasten off and then weave in the ends. Block if desired.
Looking for More Free Patterns?
If you like this cute wicked witch square design, you will love my other designs: skull blanket, haunted house blanket, halloween bag, and my mini halloween treat bags.
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