Crochet Mushroom Gnome
Crochet Mushroom Gnomes are absolutely delightful and charming creations that can add a touch of whimsy to any space. These adorable little gnomes, with their pointed hats and cozy mushroom homes, are a joy to make and display. Crafting a Crochet Mushroom Gnome allows for endless customization, from choosing the colors of yarn to adding unique embellishments like miniature flowers or tiny buttons. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, creating these enchanting gnomes can be a fun and rewarding project. They make perfect gifts for friends and family or lovely decorations for your own home. So grab your crochet hook and let your imagination run wild as you bring these magical Mushroom Gnomes to life!
YARN
Light weight cotton yarn in
beige 1 ball (A)
pink 1 ball (B)
white 1 ball (C)
red 1 ball (D)
brown 1 ball (E)
green 1 ball (F)
Bulky furry yarn in white (G)
MATERIALS
Crochet hook size E (3.5 mm)
Embroidery Needle
Poly Filling
DIMENSIONS
About 5 in. (13 cm) tall
ABBREVIATIONS
ch = chain
rep = repeat
rnd(s) = round(s)
sc = single crochet
sl st = slip stitch
st(s) = stitch(es)
SKILL LEVEL
Easy
GAUGE
24 sc + 24 rnds = about 4 in. (10 cm).
Body, Head and Cap
With A make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: Work 8 sc in ring.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around – 16 sc.
Rnd 3: (sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 24 sc.
Rnd 4: (sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 32 sc.
Rnd 5: (sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 40 sc.
Rnd 6: (sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 48 sc.
Rnd 7: Working in back loop only,sc in each st around – 48 sc.
Rnd 8: Working in both loops now,sc in each st around – 48 sc.
Rnd 9: (sc in next 7 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 54 sc.
Rnds 10 - 12: 1 sc in each st around – 54 sc.
Rnd 13: (sc in next 8 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 48 sc.
Rnds 14 - 20: 1 sc in each st around – 48 sc.
Rnd 21: (sc in next 7 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 36 sc.
Rnd 22: 1 sc in each st around – 36 sc.
Begin stuffing and continue until piece is complete.
Rnd 23: Sc in next 15 sts, switch to B, sc in next 6 sts, switch back to A, sc in next 15 sts – 36 sc.
Rnd 24: With C, working in front loop only, 2 sc in each st around – 72 sc.
Rnds 25 - 26: Working in both loops now,1 sc in each st around – 72 sc.
Rnds 27 - 28: (sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 84 sc.
Rnd 28: Sc in each st around – 84 sc.
Rnd 29: With D, working in back loop only, sc in each st around – 84 sc.
Rnd 30: Working in both loops now,(sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 72 sc.
Rnds 31 - 32: 1 sc in each st around – 72 sc.
Rnd 33: (sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 60 sc.
Rnd 34: 1 sc in each st around – 60 sc.
Rnd 35: (sc in next 8 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 54 sc.
Rnd 36: (sc in next 7 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 48 sc.
Rnd 37: (sc in next 6 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 42 sc.
Rnd 38: (sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 36 sc.
Rnd 39: (sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 30 sc.
Rnd 40: (sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 24 sc.
Rnd 41: (sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 18 sc.
Rnd 42: (sc in next st, sc2tog) rep around – 12 sc.
Rnd 43: sc2tog around – 6 sc.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through top of sts of last rnd. Pull tail to close opening and knot securely.
Nose
With B make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: Work 8 sc in ring.
Rnd 2: 3 sc in 1st st, sc in next 2 sts, 3 sc in next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, 3 sc in next st – 16 sc.
Rnd 3: sc in each st around – 16 sc.
Rnd 4: sc2tog, sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog twice, sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog – 12 sc.
Fasten off, cut the yarn and leave a long strand to sew the Nose onto the B section of the Body. Stuff the Nose while attaching it to the Body.
Mushroom Marks (make 8)
Large
With B make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: Work 8 sc in ring.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around – 16 sc.
Medium
With B make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: Work 6 sc in ring.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around – 12 sc.
Small
With B make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: Work 9 sc in ring.
Fasten off, cut the yarn and leave a long strand to sew the Marks onto the Cap.
Beard
With G and a tapestry needle, embroider long stitches below the Nose.
Arms (make two)
With A make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: Work 9 sc in ring.
Rnds 2 - 3: Sc in each st around – 9 sc.
Rnd 4: Switch to A,sc in each st around – 9 sc.
Rnds 5 - 13: Sc in each st around – 10 sc.
Stuff the Arm lightly before attaching them to the body.
Row 14: Flatten the Arm and work through both layers,sc in next 4 sts, sl st in last st – 5 sts.
Fasten off and leave a long strand to sew the Arms to the side of the Body, between Rnds 23 and 24.
Feet (make two)
With E make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: Work 7 sc in ring.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around – 14 sc.
Rnd 3: Sc in each st around – 14 sc.
Rnd 4: Sc2tog around – 7 sc.
Row 5: Flatten the Feet and work through both layers,sc in next 3 sts, sl st in last st – 4 sts.
Fasten off leaving a long strand to sew the Feet to the bottom of the Body (attach the last Row approximately between Rnds 3 and 4).
Belt
With E work the surface crochet technique.
Step 1: Begin by folding your working yarn in half.
Step 2: Insert your hook into the desired st, between Rnd 15 and 16 (where your surface crochet will begin), place loop of yarn onto your hook.
Step 3: Pull the loop of yarn up through to the top side of your work.
Step 4: Insert your hook into the next desired st.
Step 5: Yarn over and pull up a loop, pulling it through the previous loop.
Repeat Steps 4 & 5 until your surface crochet is complete and then finish with the fastening off.