Cozy Autumn Mushrooms – Knitting Pattern

Autumn is the perfect time for cozy projects, and these little knitted mushrooms make a charming decoration or gift. Even beginners can follow this pattern, as it’s worked in simple rounds with easy increases and decreases.

Needles & Materials

Before you start, gather your supplies:

• Needles: 2.5–3 mm

• Yarn: leftover yarn in two colors

• Gauge: not essential

• Construction: knit in the round using Magic Loop

• Difficulty: Beginner-friendly

Abbreviations

Here are the abbreviations used in this pattern:

Stem

We’ll start with the stem, which is a simple cylinder shape.

Stuff the stem lightly.

Cap Increases

Now we’ll start the cap, beginning with gradual increases to give it a rounded shape. Attach the cap color.

Attach cap color.

These rounds form the wide, round shape of the mushroom cap.

Cap Body

Maintain the width of the cap for a few rounds:

This gives the cap a full, natural look before we begin decreasing.

Cap Decreases

To finish the cap, we’ll decrease stitches gradually to create a smooth top.

Break yarn, thread tail through 6 sts, tighten to close, weave in.

Stuff before closing

Your cozy autumn mushroom is now complete! You can make several in different colors and sizes to create a charming fall display. These mushrooms also make adorable handmade gifts or seasonal decorations.