Crochet Boletus Mushroom Applique

Crochet Boletus Mushroom Applique is a delightful and whimsical addition to any crafting project. With its cute and intricate design, this applique is perfect for adding a touch of nature-inspired charm to your creations. Whether you are a seasoned crocheter or a beginner looking to enhance your skills, this applique is a fun and versatile option to explore. Its intricate details and vibrant colors make it a standout piece that is sure to impress. So, if you are looking to add a pop of creativity to your next DIY project, why not give the Crochet Boletus Mushroom Applique a try? You'll be amazed at how this small but mighty embellishment can breathe life into your work!

Materials

• Super Fine (1) Weight yarn such as, Hobbii Friends Mercerized Cotton in Orange and Tan
• 3.00mm crochet hook
• Tapestry needle

Abbreviations (US Terminology)

ch — chain

st(s) — stitch(es)

sc — single crochet

hdc — half double crochet

dc — double crochet

sl st — slip stitch

Pattern Notes

Starting chain does not count as a stitch.

Mushroom Cap

Row 1: in magic ring make 6 hdc, turn

Row 2: ch 1, hdc in first st, [2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next st] x 2, 2 hdc in last st, turn (9 sts)

Row 3: ch 1, hdc in first st, [2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 2 sts] x 2, 2 hdc in next st, hdc in the last st, turn (12 sts)

Row 4: ch 1, 2 hdc in first st, [hdc in the next 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st] repeat to end, turn (16 sts)

Row 5: ch 1, 2 hdc in first st, [hdc in the next 3 sts, 2 hdc in next st] repeat to end, turn (20 sts)

Row 6: ch 1, 2 hdc in first st, [hdc in the next 4 sts, 2 hdc in next st] repeat to end, turn (24 sts)

Row 7: ch 1, 2 hdc in first st, [hdc in the next 5 sts, 2 hdc in next st] repeat to end, turn (28 sts)

Row 8: ch 1, 2 hdc in first st, [hdc in the next 6 sts, 2 hdc in the next st] repeat to end, switch to tan color in the last st, do not turn (32 sts)

Without turning, ch 1, sc evenly along the base of the mushroom cap, working stitches into the row edges across to the opposite end. Cut yarn and weave in ends.

Mushroom Stem

Row 1: ch 10, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each chain across, turn (9 stitches)

Rows 2-7: ch 1, sc in each stitch across, turn (9 sts)

Row 8: ch 1, sc in each st across, do not turn at the end of the row, rotate 90 degrees so the row edges are facing, ch 1, evenly work 7 sc into the row edge, continuing onto the foundation ch, sc into each sp across.

Row 9: do not make a starting chain, sl st in first 3 sts, sc in next 3 sts, hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 6 sts, 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 3 sts, sl st in next 3 sts

Cut yarn and weave in ends.

Assembly

Sew the stem to the bottom of the mushroom cap. Block if needed and your mushroom applique is done!

Bonus — How to Crochet Grass!

with 3.00mm hook

ch 17, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn

ch 8, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next ch, sc in next 2 sts, hdc in last 3 chs, sk 2 sts on first row, sl st in next 2 sts,

ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across, sk 1 st on first row, sl st in next st,

ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, sk 1 st on first row, sl st in next st,

ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across, sk 1 st on first row, sl st in next st,

ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, sk 1 st on first row, sl st in next 2 sts,

ch 8, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next ch, sc in next 2 sts, hdc in last 2 sts, sk 2 sts on first row, sl st in last st

Cut yarn and weave in ends.