Mushroom Granny Square Crochet Pattern

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

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

If you love granny squares but want something that feels a bit more themed and decorative, this mushroom granny square crochet pattern is a really fun step up without becoming overly complicated.

It still uses familiar granny square construction, but introduces simple colour changes to build the mushroom design into the centre.

This crochet mushroom granny square fits beautifully into seasonal making, especially if you're working on fall-themed projects or cottagecore-inspired pieces.

The mushroom motif gives it that slightly whimsical, nature-inspired feel without needing advanced shaping techniques.

Because the design relies on colour placement rather than complex stitch work, this mushroom granny square motif is still very beginner-accessible.

As long as you're comfortable switching yarn colours cleanly. That small bit of technique is what makes the design stand out and gives the mushroom its definition.

You can turn them into bags, pouches, blankets, coasters, or seasonal décor pieces. They also work really well as standalone decorative motifs for Halloween or fall gift sets.

Why You'll Love This Pattern

• This mushroom granny square crochet pattern uses simple stitches with a fun visual result
• Perfect for fall, cottagecore, and Halloween-themed crochet projects
• A great way to practice colour changes without complex shaping
• Works well as part of larger small giftable crochet projects
• Beginner-friendly as long as you're comfortable switching colours
• Easy to turn into blankets, bags, or decorative pieces
• Scrap yarn friendly with small colour sections
• Highly customisable with different mushroom colour styles

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.

Skill Level

★★☆☆☆ - Beginner to intermediate

It took me about under 45 minutes to make one granny square.

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.

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 colours 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

How To Use This Craft

• Build a seasonal granny square blanket
• Create cottagecore-style tote bags or pouches
• Make Halloween-themed décor or bunting
• Turn into coasters or small giftable items
• Combine into cushion covers or wall hangings

FAQ

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