Mushroom Gnome – Free Crochet Pattern + Video Tutorial

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Nothing says cozy fall like a handmade gnome, and I’m so excited to share my newest design with you – the Fall Mushroom Gnome: The Toadstool Mushroom! 🍄 This free crochet pattern comes with step-by-step written instructions plus a full video tutorial, making it perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike.

Here’s the best part – this gnome looks plush and huggable, but you don’t need bulky yarn to get the effect. Instead, I’ll show you a simple yarn trick: How to turn your DK weight into a bulky weight yarn.

Scroll down for the Free Mushroom Gnome Pattern or buy the ad-free, printable PDF pattern here.

🍄 Why a Mushroom Gnome?

Back in 2023, we hosted a Crochet Gnome-Along that kicked off our crochet journey. What started as a fun community project quickly grew into something so much bigger — our hobby blossomed into a full-time job we absolutely love.

Crochet gave us the freedom to work from home, connect with amazing makers all over the world, and share our creativity with you. Over the last two years, we’ve designed 40+ gnomes (and counting!) — each one with its own little personality.

This Fall Toadstool Mushroom Gnome is a special addition to the collection, inspired by the whimsy of the woods and the coziness of fall. 🍁 You can explore the entire gnome family [here]

How to Crochet a Gnome – Construction

If you’re new to amigurumi, don’t worry — this gnome is designed with beginners in mind. The Mushroom Gnome is made up of just a few simple parts that we’ll put together step by step.

Step 1 – The Body

We’ll begin by crocheting the base of the gnome. This creates the round, squishy shape that gives him that cozy “plop-down-anywhere” look.

Step 2 – The Cap

Next comes the iconic toadstool mushroom cap — bright red with little white spots. This piece is worked separately and then attached to the body.

Step 3 – Assembly

Once the body and cap are ready, we’ll join them together. At this stage, your gnome will already be taking shape!

Step 4 – Beard & Nose

Finally, we’ll add the face details — and here’s where you can make it your own. You have two finishing options:

• Option 1: Add a faux fur beard and a little bead for the nose. This gives the gnome a soft, fluffy look.
• Option 2: Crochet both the beard and nose. This keeps the project 100% yarn-based and is a great stash-buster.

Both options are included in the written pattern, so you can choose the style you like best.

What is the Perfect Yarn for Crochet Gnomes?

When it comes to crochet gnomes, the best yarn is one that gives your project structure, while still keeping it soft and squishy. Here are my top tips:

• Weight: I usually recommend DK weight yarn, since it’s easy to work with and widely available. For the Mushroom Gnome, I’ll show you a simple trick, turning DK into a bulky weight — perfect for making your gnome plump and cuddly without needing special yarn.
• Fiber: Acrylic yarn is a budget-friendly option that works beautifully for gnomes. Cotton yarn will give your gnome a cleaner stitch definition and firmer finish, while wool blends add extra coziness.
• Colors: Choose yarn in classic fall tones — think deep reds, mustard yellows, earthy browns, and warm neutrals. For this pattern, you’ll need red and white for the mushroom cap, plus a neutral shade for the beard and body.

The truth is, you don’t need fancy yarn to make a cute gnome. Most of the time, you can dive into your stash and still get an adorable result. The key is consistency — whatever yarn you pick, stick with the same weight (or use the DK-to-bulky trick I share in the tutorial).

Premiere Basix DK Yarn

For this pattern, I’m using our Basix DK weight yarn — and it’s truly one of my favorites for crochet gnomes. Not only is it soft and easy to work with, but it also offers incredible value and versatility.

Here’s why I love it:

• Great quality & value – excellent for a wide variety of projects, whether you’re making something for yourself or as a gift.
• Huge color range – so you can always find the perfect shade for your creations (red + white for this Mushroom Gnome, and plenty of cozy fall tones too!).
• Easy care – machine washable and dryable, making handmade gifts practical as well as beautiful.
• Safe for everyone – Basix yarn has passed the highest safety standards, meaning it’s suitable for direct contact with even the most sensitive skin — from babies to small children.

If you prefer using thicker yarn, you can check the worsted version of the Premiere Basix. This yarn comes in 93 colours(what a choice!) to suit for any need and preference.

Mushroom Gnome- Video tutorial

If you’re a visual learner, you’ll love the step-by-step video tutorial that goes along with this pattern. I’ll walk you through every part of the Mushroom Gnome — from crocheting the body and cap to adding the beard and nose.

You can pause, rewind, and crochet at your own pace, making it perfect for beginners who want a little extra guidance.

Watch video here

Crochet Mushroom Gnome Free Pattern

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Materials

Crochet hook size : 5 mm

YARN WEIGHT AND COLORS:

• DK weight yarn–Premiere Basix DK-, 100% acrylic, 100g/3.5oz, 280m/306yds in colours:

– 80g light brown/beige (body)

– 40 g red/orange or mustard

– 10 g white (beard)

OTHER SUPPLIES:

• Poly fiberfill for stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• stitch marker
• a pair of scissors
• faux fur beard (optional)
• large wooden bead for nose (optional)
• beads, dry rice, decorative mini stones or sand for making a weight bag (optional)
• tights or old pair of socks to fill the weights in

Abbreviations

sc single crochet

sl st slip stitch

ch chain

st(s) stitch(es)

inc increase ( 2 SC in the same st )

dec decrease ( work 2 SC st together)

MR magic ring

() repeat the sts in the () indicated times

FO fasten off

BLO back loop only

FLO front loop only

Pattern Notes

• The pattern is worked in continuous/ spiral rounds. Do not join your rounds with a sl st unless stated otherwise.
• Each row of the body is worked in back loops only(BLO). Only one round is worked in FLO.
• Use a stitch marker or a piece of yarn to mark the first stitch. Move the marker after completing the round.
• For my amigurumi, I use invisible decrease but in that pattern we will work a regular decrease as we will work in BLO.
• You can use different weight of yarn. I tried the pattern with worsted weight yarn and 5mm hook. The finished size is 7 inches.

How to change #4 weight yarn to #6 weight yarn from 1 skein.

Arrange the yarn into a large S-shape, as shown in the diagram. Bring the strands together and pull the working yarn through the loop formed. Repeat this process, continuously pulling the working yarn through each new loop as you proceed. CHECK THE VIDEO TUTORIAL HERE.

Mushroom Gnome – Free Pattern

Mushroom Gnome Body

Each round of the body is worked in back loops only (BLO). Only round 19 is worked in front loops only (FLO). Pay attention to the instructions written in the beginning of the round.

*with MC

Rnd 1: BLO MR of 8 sc (8)

Rnd 2: BLO 8 inc (16)

Rnd 3: BLO ( 1 sc, 1 inc) x8 (24)

Rnd 4: BLO ( 1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc) x8 (32)

Rnd 5: BLO ( 3 sc, 1 inc) x8 (40)

Rnd 6-15: BLO 40 sc (40) [10 rounds]

Rnd 16: BLO (3 sc, 1 dec) x8 (32)

Rnd 17: BLO 32 sc (32) [1 round]

Rnd 18: BLO (2 sc, 1 dec) x8 (24)

Starting the gills

Rnd 19: FLO (1 sc, 1 inc) x12 (36)

Rnd 20: BLO 36 sc (36) [1 round]

Rnd 21: BLO (2 sc, 1 inc) x12 (48)

Rnd 22: BLO 48 sc (48) [ 1 round] FO.

Take some stuffing and the bag of weights and stuff your gnome’s body.

Place a bit of stuffing then add the weight bag and cover it with more stuffing.

Mushroom Gnome Cap

*with second colour (I used red)

Rnd 1: MR of 6 sc (6)

Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)

Rnd 3: ( 3 sc, 1 inc) x3 (15)

Rnd 4: ( 1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc) x5 (20)

Rnd 5: ( 4 sc, 1 inc) x4 (24)

Rnd 6: (5 sc, 1 inc) x4 (28)

Rnd 7: (3 sc, 1 inc, 3 sc) x4 (32)

Rnd 8: 32 sc (32) [1 round]

Rnd 9: (3 sc, 1 inc) x8 (40)

Rnd 10: 40 sc (40) [1 round]

Rnd 11: (2 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc) x8 (48)

Rnd 12-13: 48 sc (48) [ 2 round]

Don’t FO continue on joining the body with the cap.

Once you finish the cap, take a long piece of white yarn and tapestry needle. Make small two line dots to form the toadstool mushroom’s dots.

Joining the cap and body

Take the cap and place it on top of the body. Align the last rounds of both and join them with sc. Join through the front loop of the cap’s last round and through the stitch of the sc of last round of the body. Make sure to go through both loops of the body’s sc st. Once you have 10-12 stitches left to join add more stuffing to form the cap. don’t over stuff it.

Crochet Beard

*with white DK weight yarn and 4mm hook

Rnd 1: MR of 6 sc (6)

Rnd 2: (1 sc, 1 inc) x3 (9)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc) x3 (12)

Rnd 4: (5 sc, 1 inc) x2 (14)

Rnd 5: (6 sc, 1 inc) x2 (16)

Rnd 6: (7 sc, 1 inc) x2 (18)

Rnd 7: (8 sc, 1 inc) x2 (20)

Rnd 8: (9 sc , 1 inc) x2 (22)

Rnd 9-14: 22 sc (22) [6 rounds]

FO. Leave a longer tail for sewing. Don’t stuff the beard. Fold the nose to make it flat and sew onto gnome

Crochet Nose

*with beige DK weight yarn and 4mm hook

Rnd 1: MR of 6 sc (6)

Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc) x4 (16)

Rnd 4-5: 16 sc (16) [2 rounds]

Rnd 6: (2 sc, 1 dec) x4 (12)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, 1 dec) x4 (8)

FO. Leave a longer tail for sewing.

Assembly

• First, take the beard and sew it on rnd 16 right before we start making the gills.
• Take the nose and glue or sew it onto the beard.

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