Toadstools have a way of making a woodland feel a little enchanted, popping up at the base of trees with their speckled caps like something out of a fairy tale. This mushroom appliquƩ pulls that same charm into three small pieces, a stem, a spotted cap, and a scattering of dots, ready in next to no time.
Make a few and scatter them through a fairy garden, clip one onto a plant pot, or add it to your Woodland Advent Calendar or Autumn Landscapes Crochet Picture Set, wherever a bit of woodland whimsy is needed. A video tutorial walks through every step alongside the written pattern below.
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Crochet Mushroom Applique Pattern Overview
- Pattern type: A crochet toadstool pattern for hanging on Christmas trees, garlands or crochet advent calendars.
- Skill level: Advanced beginner (confident with basic stitches and repeats)
- Stitches: basic crochet stitches
- Yarn: Sport/4ply weight cotton yarn
- Hook size: 3mm
- US terms: Written in US crochet terms
- Highlights: Use this crochet mushroom appliquƩ on a handmade card, hung on the Christmas tree, or as part of my Woodland Advent Calendar, Woodland Wreath or Autumn Landscapes Crochet Picture Set.
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Mushroom Applique Pattern
- Three quick pieces, a stem, a spotted cap and scattered dots, ready in no time
- Works in both the Woodland Advent Calendar and the Autumn Landscapes Crochet Picture Set
- A lovely stash-buster, using just three yarn colours in small amounts
- Pairs naturally with the acorn, squirrel and hedgehog motifs for a proper woodland scene
If you’re just here for the small mushroom crochet pattern free on the blog, then carry on scrolling down to find the pattern and use yours on a wreath, appliquĆ© on a card, hanging on a Christmas tree or as a present tag.
If you’d like to start making the Woodland Advent Calendar, find out more on the main Woodland crochet advent calendar blogpost, and have a sneak peak at it below.
Yarn
For the crochet mushroom appliquƩ pattern, you will need:
Scheepjes Catona, 100% Mercerized Cotton, (50g/1.76oz, 137yds/125m):
I used the following colours for my mushroom: Snow white (106), Hazelnut (503), Rust (388).
Yarn Alternatives
This pattern is designed to be used with a sport/fine weight cotton for the mushroom. However, you can use whatever yarn you would like. As the appliquƩ is so small it would be great made using yarn from your stash.
Here are a few alternative options you might like for the decorations:
Yarn and Colors Must-Have, 100% Cotton (50g/1.76oz, 125m/137yds)
Comfy Sport, 75% Pima Cotton, 25% Acrylic (50g/1.76oz, 125m/136yds)
Premier Cotton Fair Solids, 52% cotton/48% acrylic (100g/3.5oz, 290m/317yds)
Supplies you will need
A tapestry needle for working in ends
Sizing
The small crochet mushroom measures approximately 1 to 2 inches tall and is a flat decoration.
How to get the pattern
There are a few different ways that you can get your toadstool crochet pattern.
You can carry on scrolling down and read the pattern for free on the blog in US crochet terms. The blog has ads on it, which is how Iām able to offer it for free, so do bookmark the page rather than trying to print it out.
If youād like it ad-free, this acorn is included in either the Woodland Advent Calendar pattern or the Autumn Landscapes Crochet Picture Set, both available on Ravelry and Etsy.
PLEASE NOTE: The premium pattern is a pdf crochet pattern, written in English. It is not a finished project. You will receive a digital download upon completion of purchase.
Tension
Tension is not critical for the toadstool ornament, as long as your stitches look nice and neat.
Abbreviations
- A, B, C etc. – yarn colours
- blo – back loops only
- ch(s) – chain(s)
- ch-sp – chain space
- dc – double crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- MR – magic ring
- rep – repeat
- RS – right side
- sc – single crochet
- sc2tog – single crochet 2 together
- sk – skip
- ss – slip stitch
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- WS – wrong side
- […] – stitch count
- * – repeat the instructions from * around
Special Stitches
Magic Ring (MR)
The magic ring is a fantastic way to start crocheting in amigurumi, and any crochet in the round. It can be a bit complicated though, so do check out my YouTube tutorial above for a visual guide.
- Lay the tail end of the yarn over your palm and wrap the ball end around your first 2 fingers. Cross the yarn over and hold that point with your thumb and forefinger.
- Pull the loop off your fingers, insert your hook into the hole and grab the ball end of the yarn with your hook.
- Pull the yarn back through the loop. At this point, readjust your hand so you are holding the yarn as you normally would.
- Put your middle finger and ring finger into the loop to hold it. Then yarn over and pull through to secure your ring.
Watch a YouTube tutorial here.
Pattern Notes
Be sure to read through these notes before you start your toadstool crochet pattern – they will make it so much easier to understand the pattern!
- Read through the pattern completely before starting and refer to the stitch tutorials as needed.
- Stitch counts are given in this pattern in [ ] at the end of each row or round. Where no stitch count is given, it is the same as the previous row or round.
- Starting ch1 and ch2 does not count as a st.
Prefer a Video Tutorial?
If you prefer crocheting from a video tutorial, hop on over to my YouTube channel and watch as I show you how to crochet a toadstool ornament
Free Crochet Mushroom AppliquƩ Pattern
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SPOTS (Make 3)
Using Snow White, make a MR.
Round 1: 4sc in MR, ss in first st to join.
Fasten off.
Sew top to stem and sew spots randomly onto top of toadstool.
Weave in ends.
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Ideal for a quick and satisfying project, the Cosy Berry Hat and Mittens work up fast, making them a great option for gift-giving or a last-minute addition to your winter accessories.
Where Else Can I Use This Mushroom AppliquƩ Pattern?
This mushroom crochet pattern is designed to mix and match with:
- The other 23 decorations in our woodland crochet advent calendar:
- Star: https://concretegems.co.uk/simple-crochet-star-pattern
- Eucalyptus: https://concretegems.co.uk/crochet-eucalyptus-leaves
- Snowflake: https://concretegems.co.uk/easy-crochet-snowflake-pattern
- Dove: https://concretegems.co.uk/dove-crochet-pattern
- Tree: https://concretegems.co.uk/mini-crochet-christmas-tree
- Mistletoe: https://concretegems.co.uk/crochet-mistletoe
- Bell: https://concretegems.co.uk/christmas-bells-crochet-pattern
- Bauble: https://concretegems.co.uk/crochet-christmas-bauble-pattern
- Mittens: https://concretegems.co.uk/mitten-ornament-crochet-pattern
- Ivy leaf: https://concretegems.co.uk/crochet-ivy-leaf-pattern-free
- Wreath: https://concretegems.co.uk/mini-christmas-wreath-crochet-pattern
- Candle: https://concretegems.co.uk/crochet-candle-pattern
- Robin: https://concretegems.co.uk/robin-crochet-pattern
- Orange slice: https://concretegems.co.uk/crochet-orange-slice-pattern
- Pinecone: https://concretegems.co.uk/crochet-pinecone-pattern
- Holly and Berries: https://concretegems.co.uk/holly-and-berries-crochet-pattern
- Gingerbread person: https://concretegems.co.uk/crochet-gingerbread-man-applique
- Santa hat: https://concretegems.co.uk/mini-crochet-santa-hat-pattern
- Stocking: https://concretegems.co.uk/mini-crochet-christmas-stocking-pattern
- Poinsettia: https://concretegems.co.uk/poinsettia-crochet-pattern
- Present: https://concretegems.co.uk/crochet-christmas-present-ornament
- Acorn: https://concretegems.co.uk/acorn-crochet-pattern/
- Bow: https://concretegems.co.uk/small-bow-crochet-pattern
- The Autumn Landscapes Crochet Picture Set – Coming soon!
Finishing Touches
Block the hanging decoration. If you would like to hang your acorn decoration up, sew a hanger to the top of each decoration using leftover yarn or twine.
Check out my other crochet patterns for more crochet inspiration.
Pattern help
There is a lot more detail in the premium pdf pattern of the crochet advent calendar, including photos, stitch tutorials and mosaic crochet chart. Plus it’s your to print out and keep!
Also please do check out the stitch tutorials on my YouTube channel for extra guidance.
If you are struggling with the pattern, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
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Copyright Notice
This mushroom appliquƩ crochet pattern and all associated patterns and images are the intellectual property of Concrete Gems. It is strictly prohibited to share, copy, alter, or distribute this pattern in any form.
You are welcome to sell finished items made using this pattern on a small scale, provided you give design credit to @concretegemscrochet. Thank you for respecting the effort and creativity that went into creating this design.
What next?
Iāve absolutely adored designing this toadstool crochet pattern for you and hope you have had fun making it. Iām Gemma, a crochet tech editor, designer and overall crochet enthusiast. Iām also a mum of 3 kids, and enjoy running, reading, walking and crafting, but mostly crochet! I am so happy to be able to bring my designs to you!
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