Introduction
Welcome to the enchanting world of crochet! Today, we’ll embark on a delightful journey to create a Mushroom Kitten, a charming blend of whimsy and comfort. This amigurumi pattern combines the softness of chenille yarn with playful design elements, making it a perfect project for your crafting collection.
Project Details
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Estimated Time: 4–6 Hours
- Size: Approx. 18cm (7 inches) tall
Materials
- Yarn: Super Bulky (Size 6) Chenille/Velvet yarn
➡️ Main Color: White (approx. 100g)
➡️ Cap Color: Deep Red (approx. 50g)
➡️ Accent Color: Beige (approx. 20g) - Hook: 4.5mm or 5.0mm
- Other Materials: 20mm “Galaxy” safety eyes, pink embroidery floss, polyfill stuffing, yarn needle, stitch markers
Abbreviations
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- inc: increase
- dec: invisible decrease
- BLO: back loop only
The Complete Mushroom Kitten Pattern
The Head
Use White Chenille. Stuff firmly as you work.
R1: Start 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
R2: Inc in every st around (12)
R3: (Sc 1, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6 (30)
R6: (Sc 4, inc) x 6 (36)
R7: (Sc 5, inc) x 6 (42)
R8–16: Sc in each st around (42)
R17: (Sc 5, dec) x 6 (36)
R18: (Sc 4, dec) x 6 (30)
Insert safety eyes between R13 and R14, roughly 7 stitches apart.
R19: (Sc 3, dec) x 6 (24)
R20: (Sc 2, dec) x 6 (18)
R21: (Sc 1, dec) x 6 (12)
R22: Dec around (6)
Fasten off and weave in end.
The Mushroom Cap
Use Red Chenille.
R1: Start 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
R2: Inc in every st around (12)
R3: (Sc 1, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6 (30)
R6: (Sc 4, inc) x 6 (36)
R7: (Sc 5, inc) x 6 (42)
R8: (Sc 6, inc) x 6 (48)
R9–11: Sc in each st around (48)
R12: Work this round in BLO. (Sc 6, dec) x 6 (42)
R13: Sc in each st around (42)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
The Ears (Make 2)
Use White Chenille.
R1: Start 4 sc in a magic ring (4)
R2: (Sc 1, inc) x 2 (6)
R3: (Sc 2, inc) x 2 (8)
R4: Sc in each st around (8)
Fasten off.
The Body
Use White Chenille. Stuff firmly.
R1: Start 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
R2: Inc in every st around (12)
R3: (Sc 1, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6 (30)
R6–10: Sc in each st around (30)
R11: (Sc 3, dec) x 6 (24)
R12–13: Sc in each st around (24)
R14: (Sc 2, dec) x 6 (18)
R15–16: Sc in each st around (18)
R17: (Sc 1, dec) x 6 (12)
Fasten off.
Front Legs (Make 2)
Use White Chenille.
R1: Start 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
R2: (Sc 2, inc) x 2 (8)
R3–8: Sc in each st around (8)
Fasten off.
Back Legs/Haunches (Make 2)
Use White Chenille.
R1: Start 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
R2: Inc in every st around (12)
R3–5: Sc in each st around (12)
R6: (Sc 2, dec) x 3 (9)
Fasten off.
The Tail
Use White Chenille. Do not stuff.
R1: Start 4 sc in a magic ring (4)
R2–10: Sc in each st around (4)
Fasten off.
The Ruffle Collar
Use Beige Chenille.
R1: Ch 20, sl st to form a ring.
R2: Ch 2, 3 dc in every ch around. Sl st to join.
Fasten off.
Assembly
1. Secure the head to the body using the yarn tail.
2. Attach the front legs to the upper chest and the back legs at the lower sides.
3. Sew the tail to the back, centered.
4. Attach the mushroom cap atop the head.
5. Embroider the nose with pink thread.
Final Notes
Congratulations on creating your own Mushroom Kitten! I hope you find joy in your crafting journey.
Copyright Notice
This pattern is for personal use only. Please do not distribute, copy, or sell this pattern without permission.
Finished Kitten Amigurumi – Color Variations and Accessories
