Crochet mushrooms can be bright little characters, quietly textured woodland shapes, or flat decorative fans. This collection brings those different directions together with seventeen complete projects, including dimensional cotton mushrooms, a large panel-built cushion, and a small hanging ornament. Each idea links directly to the original designer or publisher, with access and size notes to help you choose.
The original styling illustrations explore colors, texture, and presentation. They are not photographs of projects made or tested by Speshview, and they do not reproduce every pattern detail exactly. Compare each designer’s own photos and instructions for the intended construction. Embroidered eyes shown in some illustrations differ from the safety eyes specified in those patterns. Consider the intended recipient when choosing small parts, attachments, and finishing details.
1.) A Scarlet Fly Agaric With Tiny Yarn Knots
A scarlet cap and tiny cream spots give this mushroom a familiar storybook outline without needing a face. Lindsey Roe’s Fly Agaric includes several versions, making it useful when you want to compare a rounded cap with a wider, more irregular one. The decorative spots are French knots rather than separately crocheted circles, an important difference when choosing the finish. Our illustration interprets the cap waviness and knot placement; use the original photos for the intended proportions. A plain linen surface makes the small details easier to appreciate. Keep the stem and cap colors strongly separated so the silhouette stays readable, and review the joining stage before closing either component.
Pattern: Fly Agaric Mushroom by Lindsey Roe of Off the Beaten Hook.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid Mushroom Harvest PDF bundle. Three versions, approximately 2, 2¾, and 3 inches.
2.) A Chestnut Mushroom Buddy With a Stitched Smile
A broad chestnut cap above a short cream body makes Mushroom Buddy feel friendly and compact. Fay Lyth’s pattern offers a different character from the long-stemmed woodland mushrooms, particularly when the face sits low beneath the cap. This idea follows the unspotted brown option so the rounded outline remains the main feature. The illustration substitutes matte embroidered eyes for the original safety eyes and interprets the cap’s curve. Consult the designer’s photographs for the exact relationship between the two pieces. A small terracotta saucer provides a warm styling background without adding extra decoration. Check the joining notes carefully, since the cap can appear larger before it has been connected to the body.
Pattern: Mushroom Buddy by Fay Lyth of Stitch by Fay.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid ad-free PDF. Approximately 3 by 2¼ inches.
3.) A Rounded Porcini in Warm Neutrals
A warm brown cap and substantial cream stem give this porcini a pleasingly grounded appearance. Lindsey Roe provides three versions, with a construction difference between the smallest mushroom and the larger ones. Choose the version before beginning rather than assuming every size follows the same assembly. The illustration explores a softly rounded cap and interprets the stem fullness; the original photographs establish each version’s shape. Neutral yarns work especially well when their textures remain visible, so avoid a background that is equally busy. A pale ceramic tile can make the brown cap stand out. Read the finishing notes while the pieces are still accessible, and check that your chosen stuffing supports the intended outline.
Pattern: Porcini Mushroom by Lindsey Roe of Off the Beaten Hook.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid Mushroom Harvest PDF bundle. Three sizes: approximately 2¼, 3¼, and 3½ inches.
4.) A Tall Plush Mushroom With a Wide Cap
A tall cream body and a wide spotted cap give Tamara Kelly’s Mushroom Stuffie a substantial presence. The Bernat Blanket yarn creates a visibly plush surface, making this a different project from the small cotton ornaments in the collection. Keep its setting simple so the large scale feels intentional rather than crowded. Our illustration uses rust instead of bright red, changes the spot arrangement, and replaces the original safety eyes with embroidered features. Refer to the publisher’s photo for the intended proportions and finish. Check the stated dimensions before choosing this design as a gift. Its separate components and generous stuffing needs deserve planning, especially if you are more accustomed to making miniature amigurumi.
Pattern: Mushroom Stuffie by Moogly by Tamara Kelly of Moogly for Bernat / Yarnspirations.
Access and fit: Free complete publisher PDF; no account required. Approximately 16½ inches tall by 11 inches at the widest point.
5.) A Morel With Softly Twisting Ridges
Softly twisting ridges make the morel one of the most sculptural projects in this collection. Lindsey Roe builds the surface detail after the main mushroom shape, so its texture involves an additional stage rather than simply choosing a bumpy yarn. Taupe, oatmeal, and a pale stem create a restrained illustrated palette that allows those ridges to remain visible. The image interprets their direction and density; follow the original close-up photos and linked technique video for the actual finish. Leave enough time for that surface work when planning the project. A smooth dark background can show the pale edges clearly, while a crowded woodland display may hide the detail that makes this mushroom distinctive.
Pattern: Morel Mushroom by Lindsey Roe of Off the Beaten Hook.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid Mushroom Harvest PDF bundle. Three versions, approximately 3½–4 inches.
6.) A Lavender Mushroom Cushion With Little Arms
A flat panel construction gives this large mushroom a graphic, cushion-like character. Spin a Yarn Crochet’s design uses separate front and back pieces, with small arms and a contrasting area beneath the cap adding personality. Lavender offers a softer illustrated alternative to the original red, while pale gray keeps the underside distinct from the cream stem. Our image changes the colors, spot placement, and eye finish; the designer’s photos show the actual silhouette and needle-sculpted details. This is a generously sized project, so compare the stated height with the space where it will sit. Read the color-work and assembly sections before starting, since the panels and their joining edge need to relate correctly.
Pattern: Mushroom Amigurumi by Spin a Yarn Crochet.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid printable PDF. Original jumbo-yarn project approximately 26½ inches tall; made from joined flat panels.
7.) A Golden Chanterelle With a Flared Rim
A golden funnel shape gives this chanterelle a lively profile without adding spots or a face. Lindsey Roe’s pattern treats the cap and the stem with its textured underside as separate parts, producing a different workflow from a simple one-piece mushroom. The illustration emphasizes the flared rim and interprets the depth of the central dip. Use the original photos to understand how the upper and lower surfaces meet. A muted green background can bring out the warm yarn without making the whole setting feel orange. Before joining, compare the components with the selected size’s instructions. The pattern’s technique guidance is particularly useful when working the raised detail beneath the cap.
Pattern: Chanterelle Mushroom by Lindsey Roe of Off the Beaten Hook.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid Mushroom Harvest PDF bundle. Two sizes, approximately 2¼ and 3½ inches.
8.) A Bronze Cone With a Compact Cream Stem
An elongated bronze cap gives this small mushroom a very different outline from a broad toadstool. This idea selects Mushroom Number Three from Elisa Sartori’s five-project set, rather than treating all the shapes as one interchangeable pattern. The compact pale base helps the taller colored portion remain the focus. Our illustration interprets the taper and the color warmth; check the original group photo to identify the exact version before beginning. A plain cream background keeps the narrow silhouette easy to see. Follow only the chosen mushroom’s instructions from start to finish, since the surrounding projects use different shaping. A slightly textured cotton yarn can add interest without obscuring the clean, continuous outline.
Pattern: Mushrooms Set — Mushroom #3 by Elisa Sartori of Elisa’s Crochet.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid ad-free PDF with extra process photos. Selected Mushroom #3 approximately 3 by 1⅝ inches; other mushrooms on the page are separate options.
9.) Banded Turkey Tail Fans in Earthy Colors
Banded fans bring a welcome change of shape to a mushroom collection. Lindsey Roe’s Turkey Tail design is worked in turned rows and uses several related colors to build its layered appearance. Cream, brown, taupe, and muted caramel make an appealing illustrated combination beside a darker surface. The image interprets the waves and stripe widths; the original pattern and photos establish the intended outline. This is a flat decorative form, so do not expect the same volume as a stuffed cap and stem. Read the blocking guidance before judging the final shape. A small group can be styled with slight overlap, while leaving each fan’s curved edge visible enough to appreciate the color sequence.
Pattern: Turkey Tail Mushroom by Lindsey Roe of Off the Beaten Hook.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid Mushroom Harvest PDF bundle. Three size labels: approximately 2¾, 3½, and 4½ inches. These are flat fan forms rather than stuffed stemmed mushrooms.
10.) A Tiny Mushroom With Sleepy Embroidered Eyes
A tiny mushroom with closed embroidered eyes can feel expressive without a separate mouth or extra accessories. Mariska Vos-Bolman’s pattern includes more than one face option, and the small cotton version provides a useful scale reference before considering a larger chenille interpretation. Peach and cream give our illustration a gentle alternative to the original red. The image changes the palette and interprets the spot spacing, so use the designer’s photos for the actual cap and stem relationship. Read the materials notes for the version you select rather than mixing the different yarn-and-hook examples. A simple pale backdrop suits the miniature size and lets the embroidered features remain the main point of interest.
Pattern: Mini Mushroom Amigurumi by Mariska Vos-Bolman of DIY Fluffies.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid PDF. Sport-cotton version approximately 4.5 cm; chenille examples use different hooks and finish around 7 or 10 cm.
11.) A Verdigris Cap Above a Slender Stem
A verdigris cap introduces a cool green-blue note among the warmer mushrooms. Lindsey Roe’s design includes a slender stem with a small collar, giving it a more delicate profile than the rounded porcini. Keep the stem pale so the cap and its tiny spots remain easy to distinguish. The illustration interprets the cap’s flare, collar height, and French-knot placement; use the original photos for those details. This is a decorative yarn interpretation, with color chosen for visual effect. A warm plaster background creates an appealing contrast without requiring several props. Compare the three versions before starting, because their cap shapes and proportions differ as well as their overall sizes.
Pattern: Verdigris Agaric Mushroom by Lindsey Roe of Off the Beaten Hook.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid Mushroom Harvest PDF bundle. Three versions, approximately 3, 3¼, and 3¾ inches.
12.) A Small Hanging Toadstool With Knotted Spots
A hanging loop turns a small stemmed mushroom into a decorative ornament without changing its recognizable outline. Bernat’s version pairs a red cap with a pale stem and uses French knots for the little spots. It is a useful contrast to designs that sew separate crocheted circles onto the cap. Our illustration explores a deeper berry shade and interprets the cap’s curve and knot arrangement. Follow the publisher’s photo for the actual proportions and assembly colors. Read through the complete PDF before beginning, including its finishing section, because one color label there is not defined in the materials list. Keep the hanging loop and yarn ends secure when preparing an ornament for display.
Pattern: Crochet Mushroom Ornament by Bernat / Yarnspirations.
Access and fit: Free complete publisher PDF; no account required. Approximately 4 inches high by 3 inches in diameter. The assembly contains an undefined color label, so consult the publisher’s photo if that reference is unclear.
13.) An Oyster Mushroom With a Wavy Underside
A softly uneven cap and a textured underside give the oyster mushroom a sculptural quality in a quiet neutral palette. Lindsey Roe’s pattern makes those surfaces separately, then joins them with shaping that allows the final form to remain deliberately irregular. Cream and pale oatmeal let the raised details cast gentle shadows. The illustration interprets the cap outline and the spacing of the underside ridges; consult the original photos for the intended relationship. A side angle works better than a straight overhead view when you want to appreciate both surfaces. Read the assembly notes before trying to force the pieces into a perfectly regular dome, since that would change the character of this design.
Pattern: Oyster Mushroom by Lindsey Roe of Off the Beaten Hook.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid Mushroom Harvest PDF bundle. One size, approximately 3 inches. The page links to the same designer’s chanterelle photos and video for additional guidance on the underside.
14.) A Lilac Toadstool With Crocheted White Spots
Lilac and white give a small toadstool a playful appearance while keeping the familiar cap-and-stem silhouette. Cilla Richards’s design works the main shape continuously, with the separate spots added afterwards. That makes the finishing process different from the knotted spots used in several other ideas here. Our illustration changes the original red palette and interprets the number and placement of the circles. Refer to the designer’s photo for their intended arrangement and the original shape. Read the materials and gauge notes together before starting, since the page’s FAQ lists a different hook size. A plain pale green surface lets the lilac cap stand out without needing a busy seasonal display.
Pattern: Easy Toadstool by Cilla Richards of Cilla Crochets.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Approximately 6 cm tall. The materials section and FAQ give different hook sizes; use the listed materials as your starting reference and check the resulting fabric.
15.) Cream Button Mushrooms With Rounded Caps
Cream button mushrooms offer a calm contrast to the brighter character projects. Lindsey Roe’s compact design is worked in one piece, making its simple outline the main attraction rather than an added face or decorative spots. A pair in slightly different cream tones can make a small textile arrangement feel more considered without adding another pattern. Our illustration interprets the cap fullness and stem length; the original photograph shows the intended proportions. Keep the background darker than the yarn so the rounded edge remains visible. Read the stuffing and finishing notes while the opening is still accessible, and compare the small stated size with your expectations before choosing a thicker yarn for a larger version.
Pattern: Button Mushroom by Lindsey Roe of Off the Beaten Hook.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid Mushroom Harvest PDF bundle. One size, approximately 1½ inches; worked as a single piece.
16.) A Wide-Capped Ted With a Gentle Face
A wide spotted cap and a straightforward stem give Ted a cheerful, almost storybook presence. Stella’s pattern offers a hollow decorative version as well as a stuffed option, so choose the intended finish before completing the stem. Burgundy and warm white create a richer illustrated alternative to the original bright red. Our image interprets the cap proportions and replaces safety eyes with embroidered features; the designer’s photos show the original face and overall shape. Follow one terminology version consistently throughout the project. A low tabletop display keeps the broad cap easy to see, while a restrained background gives the face enough space to remain legible without becoming the only feature you notice.
Pattern: Ted the Toadstool by Stella of Stella’s Yarn Universe.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Approximately 15 cm tall as a hollow decoration; the stuffed version becomes taller. Both British/Australian and US terminology are supplied.
17.) A Pointed Pink Cap With an Embroidered Stem
A pointed pink cap and a long pale stem give this woodland mushroom a delicate final flourish. Caitie’s Thoresby Cottage pattern includes two cap shapes; this idea selects the pointed version rather than combining details from both. Long embroidered stitches add interest to the stem, giving the small project texture beyond the crochet itself. Our illustration interprets the point, brim, and embroidery spacing, so compare the original photographs for the actual proportions. A pale blue background provides a gentle contrast to the pink without competing with it. Read the joining notes before adding the cap, and keep the optional paid photo-rich version in mind if you would benefit from more detailed process images.
Pattern: Woodland Crochet Mushroom — Pointed Cap Version by Caitie of Thoresby Cottage.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid photo-rich PDF. Pointed-cap version approximately 10 cm; a separate flat-cap option on the same page is approximately 7 cm.
Choose the shape and construction before choosing a color. A flat turkey-tail fan, a tall plush stuffie, and a tiny one-piece button mushroom involve very different amounts of yarn and finishing. Read the entire selected pattern, compare the original photos, and check the size notes before beginning. A small group can feel beautifully varied when you mix one strong color, one neutral form, and one interesting texture instead of repeating the same spotted cap.
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