Autumn unfurls like a spell, draping the world in shadows and amber light. Pumpkins grin from porches with crooked, flickering smiles, their carved faces whispering secrets as the night deepens. Black cats slink between them, eyes gleaming like lanterns in the dark, tails curling with mischief as if they know the magic in the air. The crunch of leaves underfoot feels like the heartbeat of the season, and every corner holds a hint of mystery — pumpkins guarding doorways, cats prowling like keepers of forgotten lore, and the crisp air carrying a promise that something otherworldly might be just around the bend.

Repeat this mosaic crochet Pumpkin blanket section to reach your desired size, or turn it into a year-long crochet-along (CAL) that embraces the heart of autumn and the hush of winter. Imagine a blanket that not only wraps you in warmth but also tells a story of the season: pumpkins glowing like lanterns, cats weaving through fallen leaves, and the quiet stillness of frosty nights. Each stitch feels like a charm — a whisper of crisp air, the flicker of candlelight, the crunch of leaves underfoot. With a hook in hand, you conjure comfort and mystery, creating a piece that carries the spirit of cozy nights and spooky delights. So gather your yarn, summon your hook, and let your blanket become a spellbinding tribute to the most enchanting time of year.

The Pumpkin Mosaic Strip pattern will be showcased in the Months of the Year Blanket CAL, hosted by Elimee Designs in 2025.

This year-long project features 11 talented crochet designers who will unveil a new section of the blanket on the first of every month. By the end, these strips will come together to create a stunning afghan that you can finish in time for Christmas, if you wish!

If you prefer to work more quickly or favor written instructions over graphs, consider downloading the eBook. This elegantly designed PDF features both graphs and written instructions for each section of the blanket, along with links to useful video tutorials for specific parts. Everything is neatly organized in one easy-to-access location.

Free Chart For The Pumpkin Mosaic Crochet Blanket Strip

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Materials

DK (#3) weight yarn in two contrasting colors
- The full blanket shown above was crocheted using Stylecraft Special DK.
Crochet hook size – 4mm/G-6
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Stitch markers (optional)
Row counter (optional)

Finished Measurements

The final blanket as pictured above (based on five repeats) is apx. 207 by 144cm (81.5 by 57 inches).

Stitch Abbreviations (US Terminology)

BBS – Beginning Border Stitch
BLOsc – Back Loop Only Single Crochet
ch – Chain
EBS – Ending Border Stitch
FLOdc – Front Loop Only Double Crochet
Fsc – Foundation single crochet
lp – Loop
RS – Right Side

Notes

The chart is worked from right to left, only on the right side. (If you are left-handed, feel free to work from left to right).
Each row is completed in a distinct color.
At the end of every row, fasten off, leaving 3-inch tails.
Every row starts with a beginning border stitch.
Every row concludes with an ending border stitch.
Single crochet stitches are made in the back loop only of the previous row.
Double crochet stitches are executed in the front loop only of the stitch two rows below.
This pattern utilizes the overlay mosaic crochet technique, eliminating the need for bobbins. Color changes occur at the start of each row.

Mosaic Pumpkin Chart

You might be wondering, “Isn’t this chart flipped?” You’re correct! Each section has been intentionally designed upside down to allow the blanket to be created from the top down, beginning with January. This approach ensures that the months will be in the proper order when the project is complete.

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