Crochet Racoon Granny Square
Have you heard of the adorable Crochet Raccoon Granny Square pattern? It's a delightful and charming design that brings a touch of whimsy to your crochet projects. With its cute raccoon motif and classic granny square construction, this pattern is perfect for adding a playful element to blankets, pillows, or even clothing. The intricate details of the raccoon's face and tail make this square a joy to create, and once finished, it adds a unique and lovable flair to your crochet creations. Whether you're a beginner or experienced crocheter, this pattern is sure to bring a smile to your face as you stitch away on this delightful project.
Materials
Dk / weight 3 yarn I used Paintbox Simply DK in Slate Green for the background colour (276 metres per 100g) and various different colours for the animals.
4ply yarn in black and white for the eyes on the 4, 5 and 6.5”
3 and 4 mm crochet hooks
Needle
Scissors
Written in English US terms
sc =single crochet (double crochet UK)
hdc =half double crochet (half treble crochet UK)
dc = double crochet (treble crochet UK)
tr = treble crochet (double treble crochet UK)
sc2tog / sc3tog = sc 2/3 stitches together (double crochet 2/3 stitches together)
slst = slip stitch
blo = back loop only (crochet into the back loop of the stitch
[ ] = in the same stitch
* * = repeat between
ch = chain
Loop stitch
Gauge
9 dc x 4 rows = 2” x 2”
Eyes
If making small, medium and large use a 3mm hook and black 4 ply yarn.
If making extra large use dk black yarn and 4mm hook
Round 1: In a magic circle, ch1, 6 sc, slst to the first and pull tight. (6)
Fasten off with a long end for sewing, sew one white line for small, medium and large and two white lines for extra large.
Racoon
Make circle in light grey
Small 4” / Medium 5” square
EARS
Make two using light grey
Row 1: ch6, sc in the second chain from hook, sc 4. (5) Turn
Row 2: ch1,sc2tog, sc 1, sc2tog. (3) Turn
Row 3: ch1, sc2tog, sc 1. (2) Turn
Row 4: ch1, sc2tog. (1) Fasten off with a long end for sewing.
EYE PATCHES
Make two starting with dark grey
Round 1: Ch6, hdc in the third chain from hook, hdc 2, [2 hdc, 2 sc] in the last, working along the other side of the chain, sc 2, [sc 2, 1 hdc] in the last, slst to the first. (12)
Change to white
Round 2: ch1, sc 5, slst 1. Fasten off with a long end for sewing, sew eyes on, then sew onto the head.
MUZZLE
Using white
Round 1: Ch6, hdc in the third chain from hook, hdc 2, [2 hdc, 2 sc] in the last, working along the other side of the chain, sc 2, [sc 2, 1 hdc] in the last, slst to the first. (12) Fasten off with a long end for sewing.
NOSE
Using black 4 ply yarn
Make a magic circle, ch1, 6 sc in the circle, slst to the first. Fasten off with a long end for sewing, sew at the top centre of the muzzle.
Large 6.5” square
EARS
Make two using light grey
Row 1: ch7, sc in the second chain from hook, sc 5. (6) Turn
Row 2: ch1,sc2tog, sc 2, sc2tog. (4) Turn
Row 3: ch1, sc all. (4) Turn
Row 4: ch1, sc2tog x 2. (2) Turn
Row 5: ch1, sc2tog. (1) Fasten off with a long end for sewing.
EYE PATCHES
Make two starting with dark grey
Round 1: Ch6, hdc in the third chain from hook, hdc 2, [4 hdc] in the last, working along the other side of the chain, hdc 2, [3 hdc] in the last, slst to the first. (12)
Change to white
Round 2: ch1, sc 6, slst 1. Fasten off with a long end for sewing, sew eyes on, then sew onto the head.
MUZZLE
Using white
Round 1: Ch6, hdc in the third chain from hook, hdc 2, [4 hdc] in the last, working along the other side of the chain, hdc 2, [3 hdc] in the last, slst to the first. (12) Fasten off with a long end for sewing.
NOSE
Using black yarn
Make a magic circle, ch1, 6 sc in the circle. Fasten off with a long end for sewing, sew at the top centre of the muzzle.