Mushroom Granny Square Crochet Pattern

A cosy, storybook-style square you'll want to keep making.

This mushroom granny square crochet pattern blends simple color changes with a playful mushroom motif that's perfect for fall makes, cottagecore pieces, and Halloween projects.

This mushroom granny square is a beginner-friendly crochet motif that combines a classic granny square with a whimsical mushroom design.

It is a fun project for using multiple colors and creating themed crochet pieces for blankets, bags, pillows, and other patchwork projects.

The finished square works well for cottagecore, woodland, and fall-inspired crochet projects while helping build confidence with color changes and motif construction.

Whether you're creating a blanket, bag, pillow, or themed crochet project, this square adds a fun woodland-inspired touch while remaining approachable for confident beginners.

The finished design is easy to mix and match with other granny squares, making it a versatile addition to your crochet collection.

Why You'll Love This Pattern

• The mushroom design adds personality and charm to traditional granny square projects
• It is a fun way to practice color changes without tackling a large project
• Individual squares work up quickly, making them ideal for relaxing crochet sessions
• The finished squares can be joined into blankets, bags, pillows, wall hangings, and more
• The design fits beautifully into cottagecore, woodland, fall, and nature-inspired projects
• It is easy to customize with different mushroom cap colors and background combinations

Project Snapshot

Best For: Blankets, bags, pillows, and patchwork projects
Skill Builder: Color changes, motif construction, granny square assembly
Pattern Outcome: A decorative mushroom-themed granny square that can be used alone or combined into larger crochet projects
Project Type: Motif / Granny Square
Time Commitment: Great weekend crochet project or evening crochet project. It took me under 45 minutes to make.

Materials Needed

Yarn

• #3 Light (light worsted, DK, 8ply) acrylic yarn, with about 14 wraps per inch (WPI)*
  • Col A = Mushroom top color, e.g. red
  • Col B = Inner square color, e.g. brown
  • Col C = Stem color, e.g. white
  • Col D = Border color, e.g. yellow

Hook

• 4 mm (G/6) hook

Other

• Yarn needle
• Scissors

*Wraps per inch (WPI) - this is a measure of yarn thickness. To measure WPI, count how many times the yarn wraps around a ruler in one inch. There are more wraps for thinner yarn and fewer wraps for thicker yarn.

Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms

• Ch - Chain
• St/s - Stitch/es
• Col - Color
• Hdc - Half Double Crochet
• Dc - Double Crochet
• Sl st - Slip Stitch
• Blo - Back loop only
• Sc - Single Crochet
• Ch2-sp - Chain 2 space
• FO - Fasten Off
• [ ] at the end of each row indicates how many stitches are needed in that row.

Gauge

Gauge is not too important for this mushroom granny square.

Emily's Notes

One thing I enjoyed about this pattern is how easy it is to make each square feel unique simply by changing the mushroom colors.

If you're planning a larger project like a blanket, I recommend making a few color combinations first and laying them out together before committing to a final palette.

It helps create a balanced look and prevents similar colors from clustering together once everything is joined.

Finished Size

This crochet mushroom granny square is about 4 inches (10 cm) x 4 inches (10 cm).

Instructions

Round 1: Col A, make a magic ring, ch2 (doesn't count as st), into ring make: 2 hdc, 4 dc, 2 hdc, Col B 2 hdc into ring, Col C 2 hdc into ring, col B 2 hdc into ring, pull tail tight to close ring, col A sl st into 1^st st to join. [14 sts].

Round 2: Col A, ch2 (doesn't count as st), 2 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 dc in each of the next 4 sts, 2 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, col B 2 dc in each of the next 2 sts, col C 2 dc in each of the next 2 sts, col B 2 dc in each of the next 2 sts, col A, sl st into 1^st st to join. [28 sts].

Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices, and Color Inspiration

• Classic mushroom: cream base, red cap, white spots, brown stem
• Cottagecore neutral: beige, soft brown, muted green
• Autumn palette: rust, mustard, deep brown, cream
• Halloween version: black, orange, white contrast mushroom cap
• Soft pastel aesthetic: blush pink, lavender, soft sage
• Forest theme: moss green, tan, warm ivory
• Change mushroom cap colors for different "types" of mushrooms
• Add embroidered details like grass, flowers, or tiny insects
• Create a full forest-themed granny square set
• Turn squares into a patchwork bag or cardigan panel

What Can You Make With Mushroom Granny Squares?

Once you've made a few Mushroom Granny Squares, there are plenty of creative ways to use them in larger projects:

• Cozy crochet blankets with a woodland or cottagecore theme
• Tote bags and market bags with colorful mushroom motifs
• Decorative pillow covers for living rooms, bedrooms, or reading nooks
• Table runners and placemats for seasonal home décor
• Wall hangings and crochet art displays
• Patchwork cardigans, sweaters, and vests
• Bunting and garlands for craft rooms or nurseries
• Seasonal fall crochet projects and gift ideas
• Combine into cushion covers or wall hangings

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