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Mushroom Backpack Charm Amigurumi Pattern

Mushroom Backpack Charm Amigurumi Pattern
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2-4 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

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Tiny Treasure

Small, sweet, and gift-worthy creations that fit perfectly in the palm of your hand with detailed charm.

About This Mushroom Backpack Charm Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a cute 4" [10cm] tall mushroom backpack charm using worsted weight yarn scraps. It is worked mostly in continuous rounds with a separate support circle and gills to shape the cap. The finished charm includes embroidered facial details and French knot "spots" on the cap for a charming look.

Mushroom Backpack Charm Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect for using up leftover yarn, this pattern includes a support circle to attach a ball chain securely. All shaping rounds, gill instructions, and finishing steps are included for a complete small amigurumi project.

Why You'll Love This Mushroom Backpack Charm Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns tiny yarn scraps into an irresistibly cute little charm that is useful and giftable. I enjoy the way the support circle securely hides the ball chain while creating a natural indentation for the gills. The pattern includes small, satisfying shaping sections that feel quick to work yet produce a polished result. I also love that you can personalize the cap color and spot placement to make each mushroom unique.

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Switch Things Up

I love customizing this little mushroom by changing cap colors to match seasons or outfits; bright reds mimic classic toadstools while soft pastels create a sweet look.

I sometimes use a bulkier yarn and larger hook to make a chunkier charm that feels extra squishy and becomes a pocket pal instead of a tiny keychain.

I will swap yarn textures for a fuzzy or boucle yarn to give the cap a unique surface and playful texture that stands out.

I often experiment with different sizes of ball chains or key rings to adapt the charm for backpacks, zipper pulls, or larger tote bags.

I add felt or small crocheted accessories like tiny leaves or mushrooms for a duo set that looks delightful attached together.

I recommend trying safety eyes for a sturdier option on charms intended for older children, or embroidering eyes for a fully handmade finish.

I sometimes embroider freckles or additional tiny spots on the stem for extra personality and charm.

I will make sets of different colored mushrooms and attach them to a single ring for a whimsical cluster that makes a perfect gift.

I enjoy altering the gill length or number of rounds to create flatter or puffier caps depending on the look I want.

I often use metallic or variegated yarn for the cap to create an eye-catching shimmer or color shift that makes each mushroom unique.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to trap the ball chain during the cap decreases will cause the chain to slip out later; un-hook the ball chain and trap each strand as instructed when you work the trapping round so it is secured inside the cap. ✗ Using loose gauge creates a cap that shows stuffing through the stitches and distorts the shape; maintain a firm, consistent tension and check the support circle gauge before continuing. ✗ Not stuffing the stem evenly can create a lumpy or misshapen stem; stuff gradually, working in small amounts of fiberfill and shaping as you go for a smooth finish. ✗ Placing decreases too close together when making the stem reductions will cause puckering and uneven shaping; place each invisible decrease in a different place each round as instructed to avoid stacking decreases. ✗ Failing to leave long yarn tails for sewing the gills and support circle can make assembly difficult; leave specified long tails and use them to stitch pieces together securely. ✗ Skipping the back loop only round for closing the stem hole will make the seam bulky and hard to close neatly; work the specified BL loops and SC2tog instructions and use the yarn tail to pull the hole closed.

Mushroom Backpack Charm Amigurumi Pattern

Bring a little bit of forest magic with you wherever you go with this adorable mushroom backpack charm. This compact amigurumi is perfect for attaching to a backpack, tote, or keyring and is made from small scraps of worsted weight yarn. The pattern includes full step-by-step instructions, finishing tips, and a materials list so you can make one quickly and confidently.

Intermediate 2-4 Hours

Materials Needed for Mushroom Backpack Charm Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Worsted weight yarn (CYCA #4), approximately 35 yds [32 m] Main Color (MC) for Cap
  • 02
    Worsted weight yarn (CYCA #4), approximately 35 yds [32 m] Contrast Color (CC) for Stem, Gills, and Support Circle
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    We Crochet Wool of the Andes Worsted (100% Peruvian Highland Wool), 110 yards [100 m]/50 g partial skeins shown: Papaya Heather #25071 (MC) and Oyster #24649 (CC)
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    Small amounts of black embroidery floss (or thin black yarn) for face
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    Small amounts of light pink embroidery floss (or thin pink yarn) for cheeks

— Tools Required

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    US E/4 [3.5mm] crochet hook (or size needed to obtain gauge)
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    Stitch marker
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    Small amount of fiberfill for stuffing
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    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
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    Scissors
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    Small ball chain 6" [15.5 cm] for attaching to backpack (or similar)
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    Embroidery needle for facial details

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— Project Info :

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Finished Measurements: This mushroom stands about 4" [10cm] tall.

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Materials: Approximately 35 yds [32 m] worsted weight yarn (CYCA #4) for Main Color (Cap), and about 35 yds [32 m] for Contrast Color (Stem and Gills, and Support Circle). US E/4 [3.5mm] crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge. Stitch marker. Small amount of fiberfill for stuffing. Yarn needle. Small amount of black embroidery floss (or thin black yarn). Small amount of pink embroidery floss (or thin pink yarn). 6" [15.5 cm] ball chain for attaching to backpack.

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Yarn used for sample: We Crochet Wool of the Andes Worsted (110 yards [100 m]/50 g): Papaya Heather #25071 (MC) and Oyster #24649 (CC).

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Gauge: To check gauge, make the Support Circle. The circle should measure about 1 5/8" [4 cm] in diameter. Getting exact gauge isn’t as important as getting a firm fabric that will not show stuffing through the holes.

— Support circle :

Round 1 :

With CC, make an adjustable loop, 6 SC into loop, pull on beginning yarn tail to close loop. 6 sts.

Round 2 :

2 SC into each st around. 12 sts.

Round 3 :

[SC into the next st, 2 SC into next st] 6 times. 18 sts.

Round 4 :

[2 SC into the next st, SC into each of the next 2 sts] 6 times. 24 sts.

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Fasten off leaving long yarn tail.

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Check gauge. Insert one end of the ball chain down through the top surface of the support circle, and then up through the Support circle so that it comes out through the top surface of the circle about 1/2" [1.5 cm] away from where it went down. Fasten ends of ball chain together.

— Stem :

Round 1 :

With CC, make an adjustable loop, 6 SC into loop, pull on beginning yarn tail to close loop. 6 sts.

Round 2 :

2 SC into each st around. 12 sts.

Round 3 :

[SC into each of the next 3 sts, 2 SC into next st] 3 times. 15 sts.

Round 4-8 :

SC into each st around.

Round 9-11 :

SC around making one inv dec per round. Place each decrease in a different place during each round so that a decrease is not worked into another decrease. 12 sts after working Rnd 11. Stuff stem firmly with fiberfill.

Round 12 :

Working into the back loop only on this round, SC2tog 6 times. 6 sts.

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Fasten off with a sl st. Using a yarn needle, weave yarn tail through each of the remaining 6 sts and pull tight to close hole. Do not weave in end, instead, use ending yarn tail for sewing later.

— Gills :

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With CC, ch 6.

Row 1 :

Beginning with 2nd Ch from hook YOslst in each of next 5 chs. 5 sts.

Rows 2-30 :

Ch 1 turn, YOslst blo in each st.

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Do not fasten off.

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Rotate work 90-degrees to work along the side edge of previous rows. You will be working only into the raised ridges that occur every other row in the YOslst blo stitch pattern. SC2tog across edge 7 times, SC into the last raised ridge. Fasten off leaving long yarn tail for sewing. 8 sts.

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Weave yarn tail through each of the SC stitches made along edge and pull tight to form a circle. Continue using yarn tail to whip stitch short edges of fabric together to create circle. Weave in ends.

— CC edging :

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With a new piece of CC, pull up a loop anywhere around outer edge of Gills circle. Ch 1 to anchor yarn, SC twice between ridges, and SC once in each ridge for a total of 45 SC around, sl st to fasten off. 45 sts.

— Cap of mushroom :

Round 1 :

Pull up loop of MC in any st from CC edging rnd. Sl st in each st around. Do not join but continue working in continuous rnds.

Round 2 :

Working into the SC sts from the CC edging round (not working into the previous Rnd of sl sts), [SC in each of next 14 sts, 2 SC in next st] 3 times. 48 sts.

Round 3 :

[SC in each of next 3 sts, 2 SC in next st, SC in each of next 4 sts] 6 times. 54 sts.

Round 4 :

[SC in each of next 7 sts, inv dec] 6 times. 48 sts.

Round 5 :

[SC in each of next 3 sts, inv dec, SC in each of the next 3 sts] 6 times. 42 sts.

Round 6 :

[SC in each of next st, inv dec, SC in each of the next 4 sts] 6 times. 36 sts.

Round 7 :

[SC in each of next 3 sts, inv dec, SC in the next st] 6 times. 30 sts.

Round 8 :

SC in each st.

Round 9 :

[Inv dec, SC in each of the next 3 sts] 6 times. 24 sts.

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Place stitch marker in working loop so that it will not ravel while you are working on the next step.

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Stuff cap with fiberfill. Place Support circle (with ball chain attached) on the inside of the cap on top of the fiberfill. This should fit just inside of the opening at the top of the cap. Using the ending yarn tail at the top of the stem and a yarn needle, stitch the top of the stem to the underside of the gills (stitching through the fiberfill and through the top surface of the Support circle). In other words, you are using the support circle to squish the fiberfill so that the gills indent a bit where the stem is attached. Tip: the unused loops around the top edge of the stem will give you a distinct edge to stitch to the gills.

— Continuing with the Cap :

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Remove stitch marker and place hook back in working loop. Continue to add fiberfill as needed.

Round 11 :

SC in each st.

Round 12 :

[SC in the next st, inv dec, SC in the next st] 6 times. 18 sts.

Round 13 :

[Inv dec, SC in the next st] 6 times. 12 sts.

Round 15 :

When you work this round you will need to "trap" each strand of the ball chain in place with your stitches. Un-hook the ball chain so there are two separate ends. *Place one strand of the ball chain just to the left (right if you crochet left-handed) of the working loop. Let the chain hang to the outside of your work. Inv dec in next st, trapping the ball chain in place, inv dec twice more, repeat from * trapping the other end of the ball chain, and working 3 more decreases. 6 sts.

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Fasten off. Using yarn needle, weave yarn tail through the front loop of each of the remaining 6 sts and pull tight to close top of Cap. Weave in ends.

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Use a double strand of CC to make French knots on mushroom cap as desired.

— Finishing :

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Weave in ends.

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Use black embroidery floss and embroidery needle to embroider a small "v" shape for a mouth, and two large French knots for eyes onto the stem using photos for reference. Use light pink embroidery floss to embroider small circular shapes below each eye using small chain stitches.

Assembly Instructions

  • Place the Support Circle (with ball chain attached) inside the stuffed cap on top of the fiberfill so the chain exits the cap about 1/2" [1.5 cm] from where it goes down, then fasten the ball chain ends together.
  • Using the ending yarn tail at the top of the stem, stitch the top of the stem to the underside of the gills through the fiberfill and the top surface of the Support Circle so the gills indent where the stem attaches.
  • Weave the yarn tail through the front loops of the remaining cap stitches and pull tight to close the top of the cap, then weave in ends securely.
  • Sew the gills circle closed by whipping the short edges together, then attach the gills to the underside of the cap using the long yarn tail left from the gills.
  • Embroider face details on the stem using black embroidery floss for eyes (large French knots) and a small "v" mouth, then add light pink embroidered cheeks with small chain stitches.
  • If desired, add French knot spots on the cap using a double strand of CC, placing them evenly around the cap for a natural look.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of rounds and to prevent the working loop from raveling during assembly.
  • 💡Check the Support Circle gauge to ensure the cap will fit properly and that stuffing will not show through the stitches.
  • 💡Trap the ball chain carefully when instructed so the chain is held securely inside the cap and will not shift or slip out.
  • 💡Stuff the stem firmly but gradually to keep a smooth shape and avoid overstuffing which can distort the cap and gills.

This tiny Mushroom Backpack Charm is made to bring a smile and a touch of forest whimsy to your bag, keyring, or gift. It uses small yarn scraps and simple shaping to create an adorable finished piece you can make in an afternoon. Personalize the cap color and spot placement to match your style and give as a sweet handmade present. 🍄🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished mushroom measures about 4" [10cm] tall when using worsted weight yarn and the recommended hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but the finished size will change; use an appropriate hook for the yarn you choose and expect to adjust the ball chain length for larger mushrooms.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and uses techniques like invisible decreases, working in the back loop only, and yarnover slip stitch rows, so basic crochet experience is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters can complete this small charm in an afternoon; allow around 2-4 hours depending on experience and assembly time.

How is the ball chain secured inside the cap?

A Support Circle is added inside the cap; you insert the chain end through the support circle and then trap both strands during a special decrease round to hold the chain securely.