Wrap yourself in cozy color with the Autumn Granny Square Scarf, a vibrant crochet project that celebrates the beauty of fall! šš§¶ This design uses warm autumn tonesāmustard yellow, pumpkin orange, olive green, plum, and a deep brown frameāto create a timeless accessory perfect for chilly days. Each square is like a little patch of seasonal joy, stitched together to form a scarf thatās as comforting as a cup of cider and as stylish as a walk through falling leaves.
Perfect for crocheters who love classic motifs with a modern twist, this pattern invites you to play with color, texture, and layout. Whether youāre bundling up for a crisp morning stroll or adding a handmade touch to your fall wardrobe, the Autumn Granny Square Scarf is a joyful way to stitch up warmth, personality, and a splash of seasonal charmāone loop at a time! š§µš
š Autumn Granny Square Scarf Crochet Pattern
Nothing says cozy like a handmade granny square scarf! This design uses warm autumn tonesāmustard yellow, pumpkin orange, olive green, plum, and a deep brown frameāto create a timeless accessory perfect for chilly days. The scarf is made up of twelve classic granny squares, joined with bold brown seams that give each square a framed, quilt-like look.
āØ Skill Level
Confident Beginner to Intermediate ā Youāll need to know how to crochet basic granny squares, change colors, and join motifs.
š Finished Size
- Each granny square: approx. 5ā³ (13 cm) across
- Scarf: approx. 10ā³ (25 cm) wide Ć 60ā³ (152 cm) long
š§¶ Materials
- Yarn (Worsted/Aran weight):
- Mustard yellow
- Pumpkin orange
- Olive green
- Plum
- Dark brown (for final rounds, seams, and edging)
- Hook: 5.0 mm (H) crochet hook
- Notions: Tapestry needle, scissors, stitch markers (optional)
š¤ Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR = Magic Ring
- ch = chain
- dc = double crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- sp = space
- FO = fasten off
Each cluster = 3 dc worked into the same space.
š§µ Granny Square Pattern
All squares are worked in four rounds. The first three rounds rotate through the autumn colors, and the final round is always dark brown.
Round 1 (Center)
- With your first color, MR, ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc, ch 2.
- (3 dc, ch 2) repeat 3 times.
- Join with sl st to top of ch-3. FO.
Round 2 (Second Color)
- Join new color in any corner sp. (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in corner sp.
- 3 dc in next side sp, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in corner sp. Repeat around.
- Join. FO.
Round 3 (Third Color)
- Join new color in corner sp. (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in corner sp, 3 dc in each side sp.
- Repeat around. Join. FO.
Round 4 (Border in Dark Brown)
- With brown, repeat Round 3.
- This creates the bold framed edge. FO and weave in ends.
š Make 12 squares total. Mix the order of mustard, pumpkin, olive, and plum for variety, but always finish with brown.
šŖ” Assembly
- Lay out your squares in two vertical columns of six.
- With brown yarn and a whip stitch, sew squares together on the front side. This creates the thick visible seams seen in the design.
- First join vertically, then connect the two columns.
š¤ Border
- With brown, sc evenly around entire scarf.
- Work 3 sc in each corner for smooth edges.
- Join with sl st and FO.
š Finishing Touches
- Lightly block your scarf to even out the squares.
- Drape it over a neutral sweater to let those autumn colors pop!
- This scarf is warm, cozy, and full of vintage charmāideal for fall walks, gifts, or your handmade wardrobe.
š Final Thoughts
This autumn granny square scarf combines the nostalgia of classic crochet with a modern, earthy color palette. The visible brown seams frame each square beautifully, giving it a patchwork quilt vibe that feels both timeless and trendy.
If you love seasonal makes, this project is quick, relaxing, and rewardingāyouāll be reaching for it all season long! š
