If you love crochet projects that are equal parts practical and ridiculously cute, these Bluey and Rusty inspired granny squares are such a fun make. They’re designed as character-style 6-inch crochet squares with little ears, bold color blocking, and simple facial details, making them perfect for cardigan pockets, bag panels, kids’ room decor, or playful crochet accessories.
This is the sort of pattern that feels cheerful from the very first round. You start with a simple square, build in the color sections, then add the ears and face details at the end. It’s one of those projects that looks clever without being overly complicated, which is always nice when your yarn pile is already giving you side-eye from across the room.
These squares are especially sweet as pockets for a cardigan or hoodie, and that’s exactly how I’d use them. One square is worked in Bluey-inspired blues, and the other is worked in Rusty-inspired orange tones. The construction stays the same for both, so once you’ve made one, the second comes together much more easily.
Finished Size
Each square measures approximately 6 x 6 inches.
Materials
- Worsted weight yarn
- 4.5 mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Black yarn for the nose
- White yarn for optional crochet eye circles
Abbreviations
- ch = chain
- dc = double crochet
- sc = single crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- sp = space
- CC = color change
- dec = decrease
- MR = magic ring
- FO = fasten off
Color Guide
Bluey Square
- Tan
- Light blue
- Navy blue
- Black for the nose
- White for optional eye circles
Rusty Square
- Tan
- Orange
- Dark brown
- Black for the nose
- White for optional eye circles
Color note: Work both squares exactly the same way. For the Rusty version, replace every light blue section with orange and every navy blue section with dark brown.
Bluey and Rusty Inspired Granny Square Pattern
Round 1
Starting in tan, make a MR.
Ch 3, 2 dc.
Ch 2, 3 dc 3 times.
Ch 2 and sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3.
Sl st in the next 2 stitches and into the corner space.
Round 2
Ch 2, 1 dc, ch 2, 2 dc all in the corner space.
Dc in next 3. 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space.
Dc in next 3. 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space.
Dc in next 3. 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space. 3 dc.
Sl st to the top of ch-3 and into the next stitch.
Round 3
CC to light blue for Bluey or orange for Rusty.
Sl st in corner space and ch 2.
1 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space.
Dc in next 7. 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space. Dc 1.
CC to navy blue for Bluey or dark brown for Rusty.
Dc in next 6. 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space. Dc in next 2.
CC to light blue for Bluey or orange for Rusty.
Dc in next 3.
CC to navy blue for Bluey or dark brown for Rusty.
Dc in next 2. 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space. Dc in next 6.
CC to light blue for Bluey or orange for Rusty.
1 dc. Sl st to ch 3 and into the next stitch.
Round 4
Sl st in corner and ch 2.
1 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space.
Dc in next 11. 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space. Dc in next 3.
CC to navy blue for Bluey or dark brown for Rusty.
Dc in next 8. 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space. Dc in next 3.
CC to light blue for Bluey or orange for Rusty.
Dc in next 5.
CC to navy blue for Bluey or dark brown for Rusty.
Dc in next 3. 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space. Dc in next 8.
CC to light blue for Bluey or orange for Rusty.
Dc in next 3. Sl st to ch 3 and into the next stitch.
Round 5
Sl st in corner and ch 2.
1 dc, ch 2, 2 dc all in corner space.
Dc in next 15. 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space. Dc in next 5.
CC to navy blue for Bluey or dark brown for Rusty.
Dc in next 10. 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space. Dc in next 4.
CC to light blue for Bluey or orange for Rusty.
Dc in next 7.
CC to navy blue for Bluey or dark brown for Rusty.
Dc in next 4. 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corner space. Dc in next 10.
CC to light blue for Bluey or orange for Rusty.
Dc in next 5. Sl st to ch 3.
CC to navy blue for Bluey or dark brown for Rusty.
Round 6
Ch 1.
Sc around, working 2 sc in each corner.
Sl st to ch 1.
FO.
Nose
Using black yarn:
Ch 8. Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc 7.
Turn. Skip first stitch, sc 4, dec.
Turn. Skip first stitch, sc 2, dec.
Turn. Skip first stitch, dec.
Sc around the edge to round it out.
FO, leaving a tail for sewing.
Sew the nose just below the center face area.
Ears
Attach light blue for Bluey or orange for Rusty to the top right corner.
Ch 1. Sc in next 7.
Turn. Skip first stitch, sc 6.
Turn. Skip first stitch, sc 5.
Turn. Skip first stitch, sc 4.
Turn. Skip first stitch, sc 3.
Turn. Skip first stitch, sc 2.
Turn. Skip first stitch, sc 1.
FO.
Ear Outline
Attach navy blue for Bluey or dark brown for Rusty in the same place where you attached the ear color.
Sc up the side of the ear.
Work sc 1, ch 1, sc 1 in the tip of the ear.
Sc down the other side.
Sl st to the square and along the top until you reach the second ear.
Repeat for the second ear.
FO.
Optional Crochet Eye Details
If you want the eyes to be crocheted instead of stitched, these little white circles make a cute extra detail.
Small Eye Circles
Using white or black yarn or a Black bead
Make 2.
Round 1:
Make a MR, 6 sc into ring.
Pull ring closed.
Sl st to first sc.
FO, leaving a tail for sewing.
Sew the circles evenly above the nose area.
Larger Eye Circles
Using white yarn:
Make 2.
Round 1:
Make a MR, 6 sc into ring.
Pull ring closed.
Sl st to first sc.
Round 2:
Ch 1, 2 sc in each stitch around.
Sl st to first sc.
FO, leaving a tail for sewing.
Use these if you want the eyes to stand out more in photos or on a larger garment. They do make the face look a bit more cartoon-style, which is adorable if that’s the look you’re after.
Assembly
Make two squares total:
- one in Bluey colors
- one in Rusty colors
Add the nose to each square, then sew on the eyes or embroider simple eye details. Attach the ears at the top of each square.
If you’re using these as pockets, sew around the side and bottom edges only, leaving the top edge open. It sounds obvious, but this is exactly the kind of thing that’s easy to rush when you’re excited to see the finished cardigan.
Tips for a Neat Finish
The color changes do most of the hard work in this pattern, so it helps to keep your tension as even as possible. If your stitches pull too tightly at the joins, the face shape can look a little squashed.
Before sewing down the ears, pin them in place first. Even a tiny angle change can completely change the expression, and sometimes one ear slightly wonkier than the other actually makes it cuter. Handmade charm and all that.
If your squares are going onto a cardigan, block them first so both pockets match nicely. Uneven pockets have a way of standing out in photos, and not in the charming “look what I made” way.
Ways to Use These Granny Squares
These character-inspired squares are lovely for:
- cardigan pockets
- sweater embellishments
- tote bag pockets
- nursery wall decor
- crochet pouches
- cushion fronts
- kids’ accessories
They’re also a great stash-busting project. And let’s be honest, most of us do not need encouragement to dip into the yarn stash, but here we are.
More Crochet Ideas You Might Enjoy
If you enjoy playful crochet designs like this, it’s also worth exploring:
- beginner-friendly granny square projects
- crochet animal appliqué patterns
- free crochet cardigan patterns
- stash-busting crochet projects
- cute crochet gift ideas for kids
Those kinds of related projects make a natural next step if you want to build this into a themed cardigan or matching accessory set.
These Bluey and Rusty inspired granny squares are a fun way to turn a simple crochet square into something full of personality. They’re practical enough for pockets, cute enough to stand on their own, and just the sort of project that gets a smile the minute people see it.
