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Lighted Mushroom Collection #2 Pattern

Lighted Mushroom Collection #2 Pattern
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5-7 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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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Lighted Mushroom Collection #2 Pattern

This pattern creates three illuminated flat mushroom designs (small, medium, and large) worked top-down in one continuous piece. Each mushroom includes instructions for a flat cap with gills, a hollow stem, and a self-standing base that hides LED fairy lights for a gentle glow. The designs use medium weight (#4) yarn and clear craft plastic to support shape and light diffusion. No sewing is required — everything is crocheted in one piece and finished with simple assembly steps.

Lighted Mushroom Collection #2 Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Patterns provide step-by-step rounds for each size, special stitch instructions, and clear instructions for cutting and inserting craft plastic and lights. You can customize colors for caps, gills, stems, and bases to create a variety of lighting moods.

Why You'll Love This Lighted Mushroom Collection #2 Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple crochet stitches into magical lit decorations that bring a room to life. I enjoy how each size offers a slightly different silhouette and lighting effect, so you can create clusters with personality. The technique of inserting clear craft plastic is clever and keeps the cap shape perfect while letting the light shine through. I also love that these mushrooms are made in one continuous piece with no sewing, which keeps the finishing pleasant and tidy.

Lighted Mushroom Collection #2 Pattern step 1 - construction progress Lighted Mushroom Collection #2 Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Lighted Mushroom Collection #2 Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Lighted Mushroom Collection #2 Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize these mushrooms by changing yarn color combinations — try ombre or variegated yarns for a dreamy, ethereal glow.

Want a chunkier look? Use a bulkier yarn and a larger hook; this will give you a plush, oversized mushroom perfect for cuddly decor.

Prefer minis for keychains or zipper pulls? Use a lighter weight yarn and a smaller hook, and omit the craft plastic if the tiny cap can hold its shape without it.

I often swap the gill color for a high-contrast shade to make the internal light pop through more dramatically — bright gills work wonderfully with darker caps.

Add embroidered dots or tiny crocheted spots to the cap for personality — they can be sewn on after the lights are inserted to avoid obstructing the plastic.

If you want posable stems, insert a thin gauge wire inside the craft plastic tube before inserting it into the stem so it holds gentle shapes.

Try glitter or metallic thread plied with the cap yarn for a subtle shimmer when the lights are on; be cautious not to block the light with fuzzy novelty yarns.

Make a whole forest by varying heights and grouping colors; glue small felt mushrooms or leaves to the base for a mixed-media centerpiece.

I sometimes replace clear tape with small spots of hot glue to secure the craft plastic spokes more permanently, especially for display pieces that will be moved often.

If you’re gifting these, consider wrapping the battery pack in a small crocheted cozy that tucks neatly under the base for a tidy, finished look.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not inserting the clear craft plastic before finishing the cap can make it impossible to fit the plastic later; pause at the indicated round and insert the plastic before continuing. ✗ Skipping stitch markers at the base alignment step can lead to mismatched edges when flattening the base; place safety-pin style markers as directed to align rounds correctly. ✗ Finishing off the cap before inserting the plastic will close the opening and make plastic insertion difficult; DO NOT FINISH OFF at the cap instruction pause and insert plastic first. ✗ Forgetting to mark the back loops of the specified rounds makes joining the base and stem confusing later; use safety-pin style stitch markers to mark those specific back loops when instructed.

Lighted Mushroom Collection #2 Pattern

Create a set of charming illuminated flat mushrooms in three sizes (small, medium, large). This pattern guides you step-by-step to crochet the cap, gills, stem, and self-standing base, and shows how to insert clear craft plastic and fairy lights for a warm internal glow. You can mix and match colors for playful or subtle lighting effects. Perfect for gifting, home accents, or cozy nightlights.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Lighted Mushroom Collection #2 Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Medium weight yarn (#4, worsted): much less than 1 skein for each color per mushroom
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    Cap colors: any medium-weight yarn color of your choice (examples: Red Heart Super Saver - Orchid, Petal Pink, Perfect Pink, Cherry Red)
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    Gills: a medium-light color for gills (optional, small amount)
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    Stem: a light color for the stem (small amount)
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    Base: dark brown or earth tone for the base (small amount)
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    Examples used: Red Heart Super Saver (Aran, Buff, Cafe Latte, Orchid, Petal Pink, Perfect Pink), Bernat Super Value (Cherry Red), Caron One Pound (Cream, Peach)

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size US G6 / 4.00mm
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    One 20-LED string of fairy lights in warm white for small and medium mushrooms
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    Two 20-LED strings of fairy lights in warm white for large mushrooms
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    6 mil clear mylar craft plastic (one 12"x12" sheet is sufficient for many mushrooms)
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    Yarn needle for hiding ends
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    Safety-pin style stitch markers
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    Clear tape to secure craft plastic
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    Scissors
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    Optional: extra batteries for fairy lights (CR2032 commonly used in short strings, or AA/AAA for some remotes)

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— Instructions for All Mushrooms :

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When the mushroom cap is complete, you will be instructed to pause without finishing off in order to measure and insert clear craft plastic. This piece will help preserve the mushroom's shape and provide additional structure. Rather than interrupt the pattern for a detailed explanation of how to use the craft plastic, the complete instructions are given in advance here. Example photos are of the large mushroom cap, but the steps are the same for all 3 sizes.

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Please note that purple card stock was used in the example photos for photographic purposes only. Use clear craft plastic wherever purple card stock appears in the example photos. Do not use any colored or opaque material, because it will block or distort light.

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For the small or medium mushroom, cut four strips of 6 mil clear craft plastic. For the large mushroom, cut six strips of 6 mil clear craft plastic. Refer to the cut plastic strips table for widths and lengths. Using clear tape, fasten strips into X shapes as directed, then insert into the cap bowl and trim excess so the craft plastic is even with the last round of single crochet. Continue working pattern with the fitted plastic inside the cap.

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After crocheting the mushrooms, gently unwind and straighten fairy lights, feed the lights up through the base into the mushroom until all the lights are inside the cap. Leave the battery control outside the base for easy access. After inserting the lights, perform a simple clear craft plastic reinforcement: roll a length of clear craft plastic for stem reinforcement (length varies by size), insert into stem to firm it, and trim if necessary until mushroom sits as desired.

— Small Size: Lighted Flat Mushroom :

Cap - Rnd 1 :

6 sc. Sl st to join. (6 st)

Cap - Rnd 2 :

ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), dc in same st, ch 1, (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next 5 stitches. Sl st in second chain to join. (24 st)

Cap - Rnd 3 :

sl st into ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), dc in same st, ch 1, sk st, *dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st, (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next ch-1 space, sk st.** repeat from * to ** 4 more times, dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st. Sl st in second chain to join. (36 st)

Cap - Rnd 4 :

sl st into ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] all the way around. Sl st in second chain to join. (36 st)

Cap - Rnd 5 :

sl st into ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), dc in same st, ch 1, sk st, *[dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 2 times, (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next ch-1 space, sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 2 times.** repeat from * to ** 4 more times, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 2 times. (48 st)

Cap - Info :

Note: There is no “sl st in second ch to join” between Rounds 5 & 6. Skip the last stitch in Round 5 as instructed, and begin the first sc of Round 6 directly in the second chain. (Fig. S-1)

Cap - Rnd 6 :

sc in each st around. Sl st in first st to join. DO NOT FINISH OFF. (48 st)

Gills - Rnd 7 :

– working in back loops only – ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), sk st, dc in next st, ch 1, sk st, *dc2tog across next 3 st, ch 1, sk st, [dc in next st, ch 1, sk st] 2 times,** repeat from * to ** 4 more times, dc2tog across next 3 st, ch 1, sk st. Sl st in second chain to join. (36 st)

Gills - Rnd 8 :

– working in both loops only – ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), sk st, [dc2tog across next 3 st, ch 1, sk st, dc in next st, ch 1, sk st] 5 times, dc2tog across next 3 st, ch 1, sk st. Sl st in second chain to join. (24 st)

Gills - Rnd 9 :

ch 1 (does not count as first st), [sc in next st, sk st] all the way around. Sl st in first st to join. (12 st)

Stem - Rnd 10 :

– working in front loops only – ch 1 (does not count as first st), sc in each st around. (12 st)

Stem - Rnd 11-14 :

– working in both loops from now on – sc in each st around. (12 st)

Stem - Rnd 15 :

[2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 st] 3 times. (15 st)

Stem - Rnd 16-17 :

sc in each st around. (15 st)

Stem - Rnd 18 :

[invdec, sc in next 3 st] 3 times. DO NOT FINISH OFF. (12 st)

Stem - Info :

Note: Use safety-pin style stitch markers to mark the back loops of the first and last stitches of Round 18. These will come in handy later on when finishing the base. (Fig. S-7)

Base - Rnd 19 :

– working in front loops only – [2 sc in next st, sc in next st] 6 times. (18 st)

Base - Rnd 20 :

– working in both loops from now on – [sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, sc in next st] 6 times. (24 st)

Base - Rnd 21 :

sc in each st around. (24 st)

Base - Rnd 22 :

[sc in next st, invdec, sc in next st] 6 times. (18 st)

Base - Rnd 23 :

[invdec, sc in next st] 6 times. (12 st)

Base - Info :

Flatten the base to create a disc-shape. Locate the stitch markers from Round 18. Align the first stitch from Round 18 with the first stitch to be worked in the following round.

Base - Rnd 24 :

sl st through both loops of Round 23 and back loops of Round 18, all the way around. FINISH OFF AND HIDE END. (12 st)

— Medium Size: Lighted Flat Mushroom :

Cap - Rnd 1 :

6 sc. Sl st to join. (6 st)

Cap - Rnd 2 :

ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), dc in same st, ch 1, (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next 5 stitches. Sl st in second chain to join. (24 st)

Cap - Rnd 3 :

sl st into ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), dc in same st, ch 1, sk st, *dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st, (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next ch-1 space, sk st.** repeat from * to ** 4 more times, dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st. Sl st in second chain to join. (36 st)

Cap - Rnd 4 :

sl st into ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 2 times, * (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next ch-1 space, sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 2 times.** repeat from * to ** 4 more times, (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next ch-1 space, sk st. Sl st in second chain to join. (48 st)

Cap - Rnd 5 :

sl st into ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 2 times, *(dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next ch-1 space, sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 2 times,** repeat from * to ** 4 more times. (60 st)

Cap - Rnd 6 :

sl st into ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), dc in same st, ch 1, sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 14 times, (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next ch-1 space, sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 14 times. Sl st in second chain to join. (64 st)

Cap - Rnd 7 :

sl st into ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] all the way around. Sl st in second chain to join. (64 st)

Cap - Info :

Note: There is no “sl st in second ch to join” between Rounds 7 & 8. Skip the last stitch in Round 7 as instructed, and begin the first sc of Round 8 directly in the second chain. (Fig. M-3)

Cap - Rnd 8 :

sc in each st around. Sl st in first st to join. DO NOT FINISH OFF. (64 st)

Gills - Rnd 9 :

– working in back loops only – ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), sk st, [dc in next st, ch 1, sk st] 2 times, dc2tog across next 3 st, ch 1, sk st, [dc in next st, ch 1, sk st] 3 times, dc2tog across next 3 st, ch 1, sk st, [dc in next st, ch 1, sk st] 3 times, dc2tog across next 3 st, ch 1, sk st. Sl st in second chain to join. (52 st)

Gills - Rnd 10 :

– working in both loops only – ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), sk st, *[dc in next st, ch 1, sk st] 2 times, dc2tog across next 3 st, ch 1, sk st,** repeat from * to ** around as directed. Sl st in second chain to join. (40 st)

Gills - Rnd 11 :

ch 1 (counts as first half of dc2tog across next 3 st), sk st, dc in next st, ch 1, sk st, [dc2tog across next 3 st, ch 1, sk st] 9 times. Sl st in top of first dc2tog to join. (20 st)

Gills - Rnd 12 :

ch 1 (does not count as first st), [sc in next 8 st, sk st, sc in next st] 2 times. Sl st in first st to join. (18 st)

Stem - Rnd 13 :

– working in front loops only – ch 1 (does not count as first st), sc in each st around. (18 st)

Stem - Rnd 14-17 :

– working in both loops from now on – sc in each st around. (18 st)

Stem - Rnd 18 :

[sc in next 4 st, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 4 st] 2 times. (20 st)

Stem - Rnd 19 :

sc in each st around. (20 st)

Stem - Rnd 20 :

[2 sc in next st, sc in next 9 st] 2 times. (22 st)

Stem - Rnd 21-23 :

sc in each st around. (22 st)

Stem - Rnd 24 :

[sc in next 3 st, invdec, sc in next 4 st, invdec] 2 times. DO NOT FINISH OFF. (18 st)

Stem - Info :

Note: Use safety-pin style stitch markers to mark the back loops of the first and last stitches of Round 24. These will come in handy later on when finishing the base. (Fig. M-8)

Base - Rnd 25 :

– working in front loops only – [sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, sc in next st] 6 times. (24 st)

Base - Rnd 26 :

– working in both loops from now on – [2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 st] 6 times. (30 st)

Base - Rnd 27 :

[sc in next 2 st, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 st] 6 times. (36 st)

Base - Rnd 28 :

sc in each st around. (36 st)

Base - Rnd 29 :

[sc in next 2 st, invdec, sc in next 2 st] 6 times. (30 st)

Base - Rnd 30 :

[invdec, sc in next 3 st] 6 times. (24 st)

Base - Rnd 31 :

[sc in next st, invdec, sc in next st] 6 times. (18 st)

Base - Info :

Flatten the base to create a disc-shape. Locate stitch markers from Round 24 and align them. The first stitch from Round 24 aligns with the first stitch to be worked in the following round.

Base - Rnd 32 :

sl st through both loops of Round 31 and back loops of Round 24, all the way around. FINISH OFF AND HIDE END. (18 st)

— Large Size: Lighted Flat Mushroom :

Cap - Rnd 1 :

6 sc. Sl st to join. (6 st)

Cap - Rnd 2 :

ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), dc in same st, ch 1, (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next 5 stitches. Sl st in second chain to join. (24 st)

Cap - Rnd 3 :

sl st into ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), dc in same st, ch 1, sk st, *dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st, (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next ch-1 space, sk st.** repeat from * to ** 4 more times, dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st. Sl st in second chain to join. (36 st)

Cap - Rnd 4 :

sl st into ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 2 times, *(dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next ch-1 space, sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 2 times.** repeat from * to ** 4 more times. (48 st)

Cap - Rnd 5 :

sl st into ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 2 times, *(dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next ch-1 space, sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 2 times,** repeat from * to ** 4 more times. (48 st?)

Cap - Rnd 6 :

sl st into ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), dc in same st, ch 1, sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 4 times, (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next ch-1 space, ... repeat as pattern increases. (72 st)

Cap - Rnd 7 :

sl st into ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] all the way around. Sl st in second chain to join. (84 st)

Cap - Info :

There is no “sl st in second ch to join” between the final growth round and the finishing sc round. Skip the last stitch as instructed and begin the next round directly. Pause to insert clear craft plastic (6 strips for large) as directed earlier, then continue with gills.

Cap - Rnd 8 :

sc in each st around. Sl st in first st to join. DO NOT FINISH OFF. (96 st)

Gills - Rnd 9 :

With gill color, Rnd 9: – working in back loops only – ch 3 (counts as first dc + ch), sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 2 times, *(dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next ch-1 space, sk st, [dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, sk st] 3 times, dc2tog across next 3 st,** continue pattern as written in full pattern. (96 st reduced by patterning as shown in instructions)

Gills - Rnd 12-16 :

Work gill rounds in back loops and both loops as instructed, performing dc2tog across next 3 sts at the indicated intervals and reducing stitch counts to form gill rings. Follow pattern numbering sequentially as in medium and small sections to reduce to 24 st by the end of the gill section.

Stem - Rnd 17 :

– working in front loops only – ch 1 (does not count as first st), sc in each st around. (24 st)

Stem - Rnd 18-24 :

– working in both loops from now on – sc in each st around. (24 st)

Stem - Rnd 25 :

[sc in next 3 st, 2 sc in next st] 6 times. (30 st)

Stem - Rnd 26 :

sc in each st around. (30 st)

Stem - Rnd 27 :

[sc in next 2 st, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 st] 6 times. (36 st)

Stem - Rnd 28-31 :

sc in each st around. (36 st)

Stem - Rnd 32 :

[sc in next 2 st, invdec, sc in next 2 st] 6 times. (30 st)

Stem - Rnd 33 :

[sc in next 3 st, invdec] 6 times. DO NOT FINISH OFF. (24 st)

Stem - Info :

Note: Use safety-pin style stitch markers to mark the back loops of the first and last stitches of Round 33. These markers will be used later when finishing the base. Continue on to base instructions.

Base - Rnd 34 :

– working in front loops only – [2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 st] 6 times. (30 st)

Base - Rnd 35 :

– working in both loops from now on – [sc in next 2 st, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 st] 6 times. (36 st)

Base - Rnd 36 :

[2 sc in next st, sc in next 5 st] 6 times. (42 st)

Base - Rnd 37 :

[sc in next 3 st, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 st] 6 times. (48 st)

Base - Rnd 38 :

sc in each st around. (48 st)

Base - Rnd 39 :

[sc in next 3 st, invdec, sc in next 3 st] 6 times. (42 st)

Base - Rnd 40 :

[invdec, sc in next 5 st] 6 times. (36 st)

Base - Rnd 41 :

[sc in next 2 st, invdec, sc in next 2 st] 6 times. (30 st)

Base - Rnd 42 :

[invdec, sc in next 3 st] 6 times. (24 st)

Base - Info :

Flatten the base to create a disc-shape. Locate stitch markers from Round 33 and align. The first stitch from Round 33 aligns with the first stitch to be worked in the following round.

Base - Rnd 43 :

sl st through both loops of Round 42 and back loops of Round 33, all the way around. FINISH OFF AND HIDE END. (24 st)

Assembly Instructions

  • Insert the prepared clear craft plastic piece into the cap before finishing off: hold the cap as a bowl, center the plastic spokes with the cap center, trim excess plastic even with the last round of single crochet, then continue the pattern with the fitted plastic inside the cap.
  • For small/medium: tape pairs of plastic strips into two X shapes and layer them to form eight evenly spaced spokes; for large: form three X's and stack them to create twelve spokes; fasten securely with clear tape before inserting into the cap.
  • Feed fairy lights up through the base and into the cap until all lights are inside; leave the battery pack outside the base for easy access and to change batteries when needed.
  • Reinforce the stem by rolling a strip of clear craft plastic into a tube (lengths differ by size), insert it into the stem until the bottom of the tube is slightly inset within the base, trim as necessary so the mushroom sits as desired.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use safety-pin style stitch markers to mark rounds and specific back loops—these markers guide alignment when flattening and joining the base.
  • 💡Pause to insert the clear craft plastic before finishing the cap; do not finish off the cap until the plastic is properly fitted.
  • 💡Leave the battery control outside the base for easy access and to replace batteries without opening the mushroom.

These lighted mushrooms are a delightful way to bring a handmade glow to any shelf or bedside table. Choose bright caps for a cheerful, luminous display or softer hues for a calming nightlight effect. Mix sizes to create whimsical clusters that brighten corners and gift them with cozy charm. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

Small is approximately 3-1/2" tall, Medium is approximately 4-1/2" tall, and Large is approximately 6" tall when using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size and how the lights show through; adjust hook size and craft plastic tube length accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of stitches such as single crochet, double crochet, invisible decrease, and dc2tog is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete one mushroom in a couple of hours; making a set of three as shown typically takes around 5-7 hours depending on experience and assembly time.