Crocheted mushroom toy, light beige/cream body, terracotta cap.

King Oyster Mushroom Crochet Pattern – Free

Create your own adorable king oyster mushroom with this beginner-friendly crochet pattern! This plush fungi friend works up quickly and makes a charming decoration for your home. Whether you’re a mushroom enthusiast or simply love unique crochet projects, this pattern will guide you through creating a realistic-looking king oyster mushroom that’s both fun to make and display.

Key Takeaways:

  • Simple pattern suitable for beginners
  • Realistic details capture the king oyster mushroom’s unique shape
  • Versatile decoration that fits many home styles
  • Quick project that can be completed in one sitting

Use Ideas 🍄

Wondering what to do with your crocheted king oyster mushroom once it’s finished? Here are some creative ways to use your handmade creation:

  • Add to a woodland-themed display with other crocheted mushrooms and plants
  • Create a kitchen decoration to hang or sit on a shelf
  • Use as a unique pincushion for your sewing supplies
  • Make several to create a mushroom garland for seasonal decor
  • Give as a thoughtful gift to plant lovers or mushroom foragers
  • Use as a photography prop for nature-inspired photoshoots
  • Add to a child’s play kitchen as a pretend food item
  • Create a science classroom model for teaching about fungi

The natural colors and textures of your crocheted mushroom make it a versatile piece that works well in many settings! 🏡

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Materials&Tools

  • Yarn
  • Polyester Fiberfill
  • 2.0mm Hook
  • Yarn Needle

Abbreviation

  • ch – chain
  • sc – single crochet
  • inc – increase (2 single crochets in one stitch)
  • dec – decrease (merge 2 single crochets into 1)
  • sl st – slip stitch
  • magic ring – adjustable ring to start crocheting in the round
  • BLO – back loop only

How to Read Pattern?

  • R5: ch, [1 sc, sc inc] x 6, sl st

In Round 5, start with a chain stitch, then repeat the pattern “1 single crochet, single scrochet increase” 6 times. End with a slip stitch.

  • (sc+sc+sc)

Parentheses ( ) indicate that all stitches within them are worked into the same stitch. So ‘(sc+sc+sc)’ means working 3 single crochet stitches all into the same stitch.

Pattern Info

Cap

  • Start with magic ring
  • R1: 6 sc
  • R2: 6 inc
  • R3: [sc, inc] x 6
  • R4: [sc, inc, sc] x 6
  • R5: [3 sc, inc] x 6

Stem

  • Start with magic ring
  • R1: 6 sc
  • R2: 6 inc
  • R3: [sc, inc] x 6
  • R4: [sc, inc, sc] x 6
  • R5-R7: 24 sc
  • R8: [6 sc, dec] x 3
  • R9: 21 sc
  • R10: [5 sc, dec] x 3
  • R11-R15: 18 sc
  • R16: [sc, inc, sc] x 6
  • R17: [3 sc, inc] x 6
  • Seam in back loops only (BLO)

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