Mushroom Box (Free Crochet Pattern)
Dear fellow crocheters,
For those of you who have an affinity for woodland fairytale themes, here's a cute keepsake box in the shape of a mushroom! What a sweet way to add some whimsy to your home, wouldn't you agree?
For those of you who have an affinity for woodland fairytale themes, here's a cute keepsake box in the shape of a mushroom! What a sweet way to add some whimsy to your home, wouldn't you agree?
Pixie the Piper (free pattern) perched atop this comfy mushroom!
It's a beginner-friendly pattern that can be whipped up in a jiffy with super bulky yarn and a large, 6mm crochet hook. The top is - of course - a removable lid for you to store little treasures inside. Buttons, beads, jewelry, you name it! It's not only an easy stash buster project, but functional home decor as well because it works as a storage container!
What's really fun is that this box is a good size to hide little things, including small amigurumi. Who do you think is hiding here?
If you've guessed a mouse, you got it! Isn't this sleepy, little guy quite cute? If you'd like to make him too, stay tuned for the free pattern!
I'll have it out soon as "Baby Mouse in Moses Basket". In addition to a Moses basket, the pattern will come with a snug, leaf blanket for you to wrap over your baby mouse!
Baby Mouse in Moses Basket (Free Pattern coming soon!)
Before I forget, the Mushroom Box goes hand-in-hand with the Acorn Box. You'll probably want to make one too because it's also oh-so-cute!
If you like this design of mine, you can check out the other free patterns that I share on my blog. You can also PIN it for later!
PDF Pattern
Scroll down for the free, written pattern instructions. If you would like to download the beautifully-formatted, ad-free, and easy-to-read PDF version with photo references (see preview below), it's available in my shop, Ravelry, and Etsy. Thank you for supporting Sweet Softies designs!
Mushroom Box
Free Crochet Pattern
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Pattern Information
Introduction:
The Mushroom Box is a quick, easy, and super beginner-friendly project that can be whipped up in no time with super bulky yarn! It’s a great stash buster that is cute and charming, and adds a sense of fairytale and woodland whimsy to your home! This décor is not only adorable, but functional as well. It serves as a little storage container or basket with lid, and can hold little treasures that you have around the home. Make this Mushroom Box as a handmade gift for kids and adults alike, to sell at craft fairs, and more!
The Mushroom Box is a quick, easy, and super beginner-friendly project that can be whipped up in no time with super bulky yarn! It’s a great stash buster that is cute and charming, and adds a sense of fairytale and woodland whimsy to your home! This décor is not only adorable, but functional as well. It serves as a little storage container or basket with lid, and can hold little treasures that you have around the home. Make this Mushroom Box as a handmade gift for kids and adults alike, to sell at craft fairs, and more!
Size:
- Height: 6” (15 cm)
- Base Width: 4” (10 cm)
Level:
- ★★☆☆☆ Easy / Beginner
- Requires familiarity with stitches used (below) and changing yarn colors.
- MR: magic ring
- Ch: chain
- Sl st: slip stitch
- Sc: single crochet
- Inc: increase
- Dec: decrease
Materials:
Crochet Instructions
Mushroom Top
Note: For color changing portions between R8-R10, photo references are available in the PDF download.
Start with pink yarn.
R1: In MR, sc 6. (6 sts)
R2: Inc around. (12 sts)
R3: (Sc, inc) x 6. (18 sts)
R4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6. (24 sts)
R5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6. (30 sts)
R6: (Sc 4, inc) x 6. (36 sts)
R7: (Sc 5, inc) x 6. (42 sts)
R8: Sc around, but change to white yarn every 6 sts, starting with the first st. (42 sts)
R9: Sc around, but change to white yarn every 6 sts, starting with the 4th st. (42 sts)
R10: Repeat R8.
R11: (Sc 5, dec) x 6. (36 sts)
R12: (Sc 4, dec) x 6. (30 sts)
R13: (Sc 3, dec) x 6. (24 sts)
Sl st in next st, then fasten off and weave in the ends.
Start with pink yarn.
R1: In MR, sc 6. (6 sts)
R2: Inc around. (12 sts)
R3: (Sc, inc) x 6. (18 sts)
R4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6. (24 sts)
R5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6. (30 sts)
R6: (Sc 4, inc) x 6. (36 sts)
R7: (Sc 5, inc) x 6. (42 sts)
R8: Sc around, but change to white yarn every 6 sts, starting with the first st. (42 sts)
R9: Sc around, but change to white yarn every 6 sts, starting with the 4th st. (42 sts)
R10: Repeat R8.
R11: (Sc 5, dec) x 6. (36 sts)
R12: (Sc 4, dec) x 6. (30 sts)
R13: (Sc 3, dec) x 6. (24 sts)
Sl st in next st, then fasten off and weave in the ends.
Mushroom Bottom
Start with white yarn.
R1: In MR, sc 6. (6 sts)
R2: Inc around. (12 sts)
R3: (Sc, inc) x 6. (18 sts)
R4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6. (24 sts)
R5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6. (30 sts)
R6-R8: Sc around. (30 sts)
R9: (Sc 8, dec) x 3. (27 sts)
R10: Sc around. (27 sts)
R11: (Sc 7, dec) x 3. (24 sts)
R12: Sc around. (24 sts)
R13: (Sc 6, dec) x 3. (21 sts)
Sl st in next st, then fasten off and weave in the ends.
Start with white yarn.
R1: In MR, sc 6. (6 sts)
R2: Inc around. (12 sts)
R3: (Sc, inc) x 6. (18 sts)
R4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6. (24 sts)
R5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6. (30 sts)
R6-R8: Sc around. (30 sts)
R9: (Sc 8, dec) x 3. (27 sts)
R10: Sc around. (27 sts)
R11: (Sc 7, dec) x 3. (24 sts)
R12: Sc around. (24 sts)
R13: (Sc 6, dec) x 3. (21 sts)
Sl st in next st, then fasten off and weave in the ends.
Finishing Instructions
Put the Mushroom Top over the Bottom, and you are done!
Congratulations on finishing your Mushroom Box!
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