Cute & Fun Crochet Mushroom Granny Pattern for Your Décor

Crochet Mushroom Granny Pattern Pattern

Finished Size

• Approximately 3.5 inches (9 cm) across when using double-knit (DK) weight yarn and a 4.0 mm hook.

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Skill Level

• Intermediate to Advanced.
• Some color changes with yarn carrying are required.

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Materials

1. Yarn:
   • Double-knit (lightweight/3) yarn in:
     • Red (for the mushroom cap),
     • White (for spots and stem),
     • Contrasting Color (for background; e.g., green, beige, or blue).
2. Hook:
   • 4 mm crochet hook.
3. Others:
   • Yarn needle (for weaving loose ends).
   • Scissors.

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Key Abbreviations

(All terms are in US crochet terminology.)

Abbreviation	Meaning
ch	Chain
sl st	Slip Stitch
sc	Single Crochet
dc	Double Crochet
cluster	Cluster Stitch (explained below)

• Cluster Stitch:
  • Two Double Crochet Cluster (2-dc cluster):
    (Yarn over, insert hook into space, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops) twice, yarn over, and pull through all loops on the hook.

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Special Notes

• Color Changes: This pattern involves numerous color changes. Carry yarn tails by crocheting over them when instructed.
• Gauge: Not critical, but ensure tight, even stitches for a polished look.
• Blocking: To achieve the perfect square, blocking the finished piece is highly recommended.

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Pattern Instructions

Round 1 – Mushroom Cap

1. Begin with Red Yarn:
   • Make a magic ring.
   • Chain 3 (counts as the first dc).
   • Work 9 dc into the magic ring. (10 dc total, including the starting chain 3.)
   • Pull the magic ring tightly to close.
2. Color Change to Contrasting Color:
   • Crochet over the red yarn tail to carry it.
   • Work 2 dc stitches (still in the magic ring). Do not finish joining yet.
3. Color Change to White Yarn:
   • Crochet over the previous tails as you join white.
   • Work 3 dc stitches.
4. Color Change Back to Contrasting Color:
   • Crochet over the white yarn tail.
   • Work 2 dc stitches.
5. Color Change Back to Red Yarn:
   • Pull on the red yarn’s tail to fully close the magic ring.
   • Slip stitch into the top of the chain 3 to close the round. (20 stitches total.)

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Round 2 – Mushroom Shape (Adding Details)

1. With Red Yarn:
   • Chain 3 (counts as the first dc).
   • Work 1 dc in the same stitch, chain 1.
2. Start Clusters:
   • Work a 2-dc cluster (as per definition), chain 1. Continue crocheting clusters while carrying the yarn tails. Repeat seven more times around, ensuring clusters and spaces form evenly.
   • Finish the red section.
3. Color Change to Contrasting Color (e.g., green):
   • Carry red yarn tails and drop red yarn.
   • Work 2-dc cluster, chain 1 twice.
4. Color Change to White:
   • Crochet over the green yarn tail.
   • Work 2-dc cluster, chain 1 three times.
5. Color Change Back to Contrasting Color:
   • Work 2-dc cluster, chain 1 twice.
6. Slip Stitch:
   • Join with a sl st to the top of the chain-3 from the start of the round.
7. Fasten Off Red and White Yarns:
   • Cut the ends of the red and white yarn and weave them securely into the back of your work.

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Round 3 – Define the Granny Square (Single Crochet and Chains)

1. With Contrasting Color:
   • Chain 1.
   • Work 1 sc into the chain space below, chain 2. Work 1 sc into the next chain space and chain 2.
2. Corners:
   • Work 1 dc into the next chain space, chain 5, and 1 dc into the next chain space.
3. Repeat Pattern (Side and Corner Formation):
   • Single crochet, chain 2, single crochet, chain 2.
   • For corners, work 1 dc, chain 5, 1 dc in each corner space.
   • Continue around the square, working each side and corner.
4. Slip Stitch:
   • Slip stitch into the top of the first stitch to close the round.

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Round 4 – Final Granny Round

1. With Contrasting Color or New Color:
   • Chain 3 (counts as the first dc).
   • Work 2 dc into the next chain space.
     (3-dc clusters for non-corner spaces).
2. Corners:
   • Into each corner space, work 3 dc, chain 2, 3 dc.
3. Continue:
   • Work 3 dc in each chain space across the sides of the square. Repeat corners as above.
4. Slip Stitch:
   • Join with a sl st to the top of the chain 3 to close this round.

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Round 5 – Finishing Edging

1. Chain 1:
   • Work 1 sc in the same stitch.
   • Continue with 1 sc in each stitch.
   • For corners: 1 sc, chain 2, 1 sc in corner spaces.
2. Repeat Around:
   • Work sc evenly around the edges as described.
3. Fasten Off:
   • Once the round is completed, finish with a slip stitch into the top of the first single crochet.

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Finishing

1. Cut off any excess yarn and weave in all loose ends with the yarn needle.
2. Block your square to achieve a symmetrical and even appearance.

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Tips

1. To Avoid Bulk with Color Changes: Always carry the next yarn color by crocheting over the tails in order. This minimizes loose ends needing to be sewn later.
2. Even Tension: Especially around the color-change sections, focus on keeping consistent tension for a polished look.
3. Add Variations: Feel free to experiment with the contrasting background colors or add extra rounds to enlarge your granny square.

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Conclusion

Congratulations! You’ve created a whimsical Toadstool Granny Square! This square can serve as an eye-catching addition to blankets, throw pillows, bags, or as standalone decorations. The mix of textures and colors makes this project unique and fun.

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Pattern Correction

• When slip stitching to join rounds, ensure you insert your hook into the top of the chain 3 or first stitch to maintain a seamless and uniform look.

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Further Suggestions

• To Enlarge the Square: Add additional rounds in the granny square style by iterating clusters on the sides and continuing the corner pattern (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc).
• Mushroom Variations: For a more textured look, you can add small embroidered details or appliques like additional spots, stems, or leaves.