How to Crochet Elf Baby Mushroom for Christmas Last-Minute
Your favorite baby mushroom pattern is now wearing an elf hat! So, with a stitch-by-stitch tutorial, learn how to crochet this last-minute mini elf mushroom amigurumi in just 30 minutes that is full of bright colors, no-sew, and super easy even for absolute beginners. You will crochet the same sitting mushroom amigurumi but with a slouchy elf hat in parrot that has a red wavy brim and a tiny yellow pom-pom. Luckily, from the hat to the body, legs, closing, and the pom-om making from yarn, you will need zero sewing.
You can crochet one as a Christmas desk buddy, a Tree ornament, or simply as a bag charm at any time of the year. It will also be irresistible for selling and last-minute gifting.
So, if you have made up your mind to crochet this Christmas elf mushroom, continue reading this post till the end. There you will find the complete tutorial.
About the Designer: The designer behind this elf baby mushroom keychain variation is @pohandmadevnΒ β she probably originally started crocheting the baby mushroom with unique heads, and they just became so popular in the community. These are fruit mushrooms, character mushrooms, fall, Halloween, Christmas character mushrooms, and many other quirky themes. Other than that, she also crocheted small bag charms with animals like fish, bears, and bunnies. You will love exploring her tutorial library. In a Christmas theme, she has crocheted a Santa mushroom, an elf mushroom, and much more!
Note:Β In respect of the creatorβs pattern rights, there will be no provision of the written pattern. You can watch the tutorial with on-screen written instructions at the end of this post.
Crochet Elf Mushroom Tutorial
Beginner β Intermediate. The pattern is worked from the elf hat to the baby mushroom body in rounds as a single piece using no-sew techniques. For the hat. The main body and hat are crocheted with single crochet, and the shape is formed using increases and decreases. A combination of half double crochet and double crochet stitches is used to create the hat’s decorative trim and the stitches are worked in FLO.
For starting the body of the mushroom, you will also work the stitches in BLO and use BO bobble stitch for the arms. Use a simple finger-rolling and cutting method to crochet the pom pom and attach it using the glue gun.
Tutorial Timing: 36 minutes only (like the previous Santa mushroom project, perfect for learning your first baby mushroom amigurumi while getting a Christmas ornament, which is one of the most versatile amigurumi patterns you can learn. However, it lacks a more versatile bucket hat pattern. With this, you can crochet even the reindeer amigurumi, Halloween mushroom, animal mushroom, and many more things. You can also crochet the elf hat in a large wearable size by simple adjustment!)
Personalization Tips: You can also add a simple mouth to your baby mushroom, and also crochet a plush version using bulky yarn. You can also sew little elf hairs using a twisted ruffle pattern, and also crochet a small belt detail to test your skill. Always sew a tiny string for using it as a bag charm or keyring for using as keyring. The elf hat can also be customized with a striped pattern or using a different color combo.
ou can use either glue or a needle and thread to attach the pom-pom to the top of the hat. Additionally, you can use a sewing needle and yarn or glue to sew down the tip of the hat, giving it a bent-over appearance.
Pattern Type: An on-screen written pattern is available if you find written instructions easy to follow along with. The pattern is written in US terms.
Materials Suggested
The tutor has mentioned this list of materials and tools for the mini Christmas mushroom project for beginners. Gather all for similar results:
Yarn (Milk Cotton 50g): White (#68), Yellow (#66), Green (#48), Red (#20).
Crochet hook (2.5 mm)
Scissors
Yarn needle
Safety eyes (4 mm)
Stuffing cotton
Techniques Used
The following are the crochet techniques that the tutor will use for crocheting this Christmas elf amigurumi:
- Magic Ring (VΓ²ng trΓ²n ma thuαΊt): Creates an adjustable loop at the beginning of a project.
- Single Crochet (MΕ©i mΓ³c ΔΖ‘n): Inserts the hook into a stitch, yarns over, pulls through the stitch, yarns over again, and pulls through both loops on the hook.
- Slip Stitch (Mũi trượt): Used to connect rows and finish off the work.
- Increase (MΕ©i tΔng): Works two stitches into the same stitch to add more stitches.
- Half Double Crochet (MΕ©i nα»a kΓ©p): Yarns over, inserts the hook into the stitch, yarns over, pulls up a loop, and pulls through all three loops on the hook.
- Double Crochet (MΕ©i kΓ©p ΔΖ‘n): Yarns over, inserts the hook into the stitch, yarns over and pulls up a loop, yarns over and pulls through two loops, and then yarns over and pulls through the final two loops on the hook.
- Popcorn Stitch (MΕ©i hαΊ‘t bαΊ―p): Works a series of stitches into the same stitch, then pulls through a loop to create a raised bobble.
- Invisible Decrease (MΕ©i giαΊ£m): A method to decrease stitches without leaving a noticeable hole.