I just finished crocheting the most adorable baby mushroom, and I had to share it with you! It’s soft, tiny, and full of charm. If you love making cute crochet items like I do, this baby mushroom will steal your heart.
I’ll walk you through every step — from the mushroom cap to the bunny ears — so grab your yarn, and let’s get started!
Contents
Materials You’ll Need
Let’s gather all the materials before we begin. I like to keep everything nearby, so I don’t have to pause mid-project.
- 50g milk cotton yarn (pink and white)
- 2.5mm crochet hook
- 3mm safety eyes
- Glue stick
- A small amount of stuffing
That’s it! With these simple tools, you can crochet the cutest little mushroom ever.
Crocheting the Mushroom Cap
We’ll start with the mushroom cap. I use pink yarn for this part. Get ready — we’re jumping right into the first stitches.
Creating the Magic Ring and Round 1
To begin, I create a magic ring.
Then I chain 1 and make 6 single crochet stitches (X stitches) into the ring.
These form the base of the cap. After the six stitches are in, I pull the ring tight using my fingers. This neatens the center beautifully!
Round 2: Increase Round
Now, it’s time to crochet in continuous spiral rounds. No joining — just smooth spiraling! At the base of the first stitch, I do 2 single crochets in the same stitch — this is called a V stitch (or INC stitch).
I mark the first stitch with a stitch marker so I don’t lose track.
Then I crochet a V stitch into each stitch around — repeat this for all six stitches.
Now I have 12 stitches. This round gives the cap its first expansion.
Round 3: Alternating Pattern
For round 3, I alternate between 1 X stitch and 1 V stitch.
So it goes: X, V, X, V — and so on until I complete the round. This creates a nice curved shape.
Round 4: Grouped Increase
Round 4 builds on that. I crochet in this order: 1 X, 1 V, 1 X.
Then, I repeat that group across the round. It starts looking like a tiny mushroom cap now!
Round 5&6: Straight Stitching
From round 5 to 6, it’s simple — just 1 X stitch into each stitch.
No increases here. These rounds give the cap a bit of height and firmness. I finish round 6, and the shape is coming together nicely!
Shaping the Cap with the Front Loop Only
Here’s where we do a little trick to create a nice ridge for the cap.
Round 7: Using the Front Loop Only (FLO)
Round 7 is special. I crochet into the outer loop only of each stitch — that’s called the front loop only (FLO). Each stitch has two loops, and I focus only on the one closer to me.
I crochet a group of 3 X stitches, then 1 V stitch.
I repeat this group all the way around. This gives a gentle outward curve to the edge of the cap.
Round 8: Back to Both Loops
For round 8, I return to crocheting into both loops. The pattern now is: 2 X stitches, 1 V stitch, 2 X stitches.
I repeat that until the round is done.
Once I finish round 8, I cut the yarn and use a yarn needle to weave in the end.
And just like that, the mushroom cap is complete!
Crocheting the Mushroom Stem
Let’s switch to white yarn now. We’ll attach it to the base of the cap to form the stem.
Attaching White Yarn and Round 9
I crochet into the inner loop of the FLO stitches from round 7 (or the BLO).
I bring in the white yarn, chain 1, and start working in a spiral.
At the base of the chain 1, I crochet 1 X stitch.
Then, I go around the circle with 1 X stitch in each stitch. I tuck the yarn tail inside as I go to hide it neatly.
Rounds 10 & 11: Even Rounds
Now, it’s time to build the stem. For rounds 10 and 11, I just crochet 1 X stitch in every stitch.
No increases here — just nice, clean spiral rounds. The stem starts to form a smooth cylinder.
Adding Bobble Arms for Extra Cuteness
Here comes my favorite part — the bobble arms! These make the mushroom look super playful.
Round 12: First Bobble Stitch
I begin round 12 with 7 X stitches, and then I make a bobble (BO) stitch. It’s easier than it looks!
To make a bobble (BO):
- Yarn over
- Insert the hook into the stitch and pull up a loop
- Yarn over and pull through 2 loops
- Yarn over, insert the hook into the same stitch, and pull up
- Yarn over and pull through 2 loops again
Repeat that until I have 5 loops on the hook.
Then I yarn over and pull through all of them.
I follow that with 8 X stitches, then another bobble, and finally 7 more X stitches.
After I turn my work, the bobbles pop out adorably!
Rounds 13–14: Straight Stitching
Now, I crochet 1 X stitch into every stitch for two rounds.
These rounds secure the shape and keep the bobbles in place.
Round 15: Second Set of Bobbles
I’m not done yet! Round 15 adds more bobbles (BO).
- I start with 9 X stitches
- Add a bobble
- Then 5 more X stitches
- Add another bobble
- Finish with 8 X stitches
The arms now look super cute on both sides!
Finishing the Stem and Stuffing
We’re getting close to finishing the stem. Let’s close it up neatly.
Round 16: Decreasing
This round uses invisible decreases (A stitches) only. I make 12 decreases in total.
The stem starts to taper now.
Final Round: Closing Off
Once I finish, I remove the stitch marker and stuff the mushroom with fiberfill.
The shape looks so round and plush! I love it.
One last round of 6 decreases. Once done, I cut the yarn and weave in the ends. Done!
Adding the Cute Details: Eyes and Bunny Ears
Let’s add the final touches that bring this mushroom to life!
Attaching the Safety Eyes
I use glue to attach the 3mm safety eyes to the front of the cap. I place them where they look the most balanced, just like in the picture below. They instantly make the mushroom look alive!
Crocheting the Bunny Ears
Let’s make the ears using white yarn. Each one is quick and straightforward.
Round 1: Magic Ring
- I make a magic ring
- Chain 1
- Crochet 6 X stitches into the ring
- Pull it tight
Round 2: Increase
In spiral rounds again, I crochet: 1 X and 1 V — repeat across the round.
Rounds 3–4: Even Rounds
Just 1 X stitch into each stitch. No increases. These rounds create the length of the ear.
Round 5: Shaping the Tip
Pattern: 1 X, 1 A — repeat until the round ends. This tapers the ear tip.
I cut the yarn and weave it in the ends. Then, I fold the ear in half and sew the sides to hold the shape.
I repeat to make the second ear.
Assembling the Bunny Mushroom
Almost done! I glue the ears onto the mushroom head, one on each side. Just a little glue, and they stay in place.
And there it is — a super cute bunny mushroom!
Final Thoughts
I had such a blast putting this bunny mushroom together — every stitch brought it more to life! From the soft cap to those bobble arms and perky little ears, it all comes together into something irresistibly cute.
If you love crochet as much as I do, give this project a go and share your adorable creation with others!