Crochet motifs inspired by nature always carry a magical charm, and this Mushroom Lace Scarf captures that feeling perfectly. With its adorable red-and-white mushrooms connected by an elegant green lace mesh, this piece feels whimsical, forest-themed, and truly unique.

Lightweight and eye-catching, this scarf is perfect for spring, fall, or any outfit that could use a touch of playful handmade beauty. Below, you’ll find the full written pattern based on the diagram, ideal for anyone who prefers text instructions over charts. Let’s bring this enchanting forest design to life! 🌿🍄

⭐ Materials

• Cotton fingering yarn in:

  • White (stem and gills)

  • Red (cap)

  • Green (grass + lace mesh)

  • Optional: white for cap spots

• Crochet hook 1.75–2.5 mm

• Scissors

• Yarn needle

• Blocking board

🧶 Stitches & Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch – chain

• sl st – slip stitch

• sc – single crochet

• hdc – half double crochet

• dc – double crochet

• tr – treble crochet

• V-stitch – (dc, ch 1, dc in same stitch)

🍄 Mushroom Motif – Written Pattern

(Interpretation of the diagram shown on the right)

O cogumelo é feito em três partes: graminha, cabinho e chapéu.

1️⃣ Grass Base (Green Section)

This forms the bottom of the mushroom.

Round 1:
Ch 8. Join with sl st to form a ring.

Inside the ring:

• Work (V-stitch) 3 times: (dc, ch 1, dc)

• Add sc between the repeats if needed to match the diagram’s spacing.

Fasten off.

2️⃣ Stem (White Section)

Attach white yarn to the top of the green base.

Row 1:
Ch 3 (counts as dc).
Work dc, dc, dc across the stitches shown (usually 3–4 dc).
Turn.

Rows 2–4:
Repeat Row 1.
The stem is a straight vertical rectangle formed with dc stitches.

3️⃣ Cap (Red Section)

The mushroom cap is worked in the round above the stem.

Attach red yarn at the top of the stem.

Round 1:
Ch 3.
Work 7–9 dc across the top edge (as shown in the diagram).
Turn if needed or continue in round depending on your preferred shape.

Round 2:
Ch 3. Increase across the cap:

• Work 2 dc in some stitches

• Work 1 dc in next

• Continue alternating to create the semicircle

Round 3:
Work dc evenly around to smooth the top.
This round follows the taller stitches in the diagram to complete the rounded cap.

Fasten off.

White Spots:
Using white yarn, embroider small French knots or surface slip stitches on the red cap.

🌿 Lace Mesh Background

The mushrooms are attached to a repeating lace:

Mesh Pattern:

Row 1:
Ch 8, dc in 6th ch from hook.
Ch 5, dc across the row.

Row 2:
Ch 5, dc in next dc.
Ch 5, dc across.

Repeat until reaching desired scarf length.

Each mushroom is sewn or crocheted into individual mesh windows.

Access over 50 free patterns here.

🧵 Assembly

1. Crochet multiple mushrooms in matching or gradient tones.

2. Attach each mushroom to the lace mesh using a yarn needle.

3. Add a final border if desired:

   • (sc, ch 3, sc) across the edges

4. Block lightly to open up the lace.

🎨 Color Variations

• Classic red + white caps with green lace (as shown)

• Brown mushroom caps for an earthy look

• Rainbow mushrooms for a playful scarf

• White mushrooms with gold spots for a magical style

• Green base replaced by beige for a woodland aesthetic

🎁 Perfect For

• Handmade gifts

• Fall fashion

• Forest-themed outfits

• Craft fairs

• Nature lovers

The Mushroom Lace Scarf is both whimsical and elegant—an accessory that stands out and tells a story. Each tiny mushroom becomes a charming mini-motif, and when joined through the delicate green lace, they create a scarf full of personality and texture. This project is fun, creative, and guaranteed to turn heads wherever you wear it.