Crochet mushroom hat pattern (beginner-friendly, baby to adult)

Want a fun hat that instantly makes people smile? This crochet mushroom hat pattern has a cute, whimsical look (hello, cottagecore vibes!), and it’s sized for the whole family—baby through adult.

Made with worsted weight yarn (#4), this mushroom beanie works up fast and is easy to customize. The hat is worked top-down in the round with simple repeats, then you’ll add easy face pieces (eyes, nose, spots, and a stitched smile). Make one for dress-up, photos, gifts, or just because mushrooms are adorable. Scroll down for the full free pattern.

Quick answer
This crochet mushroom hat pattern is a beginner-friendly, top-down beanie worked in the round. You’ll use worsted weight yarn (#4) and an I-9 (5.5 mm) hook for the hat. It includes baby, toddler, child, and adult sizes, plus simple add-on pieces for the eyes, nose, spots, and a stitched smile.

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Why you’ll love this pattern

Cute and playful — the mushroom face details make it extra fun
Easy to follow — simple rounds and repeats (great confidence builder)
Sizes for everyone — baby, toddler, child, and adult included
Great for gifts — quick, wearable, and photo-ready
Customizable — change colors, move the spots, or add more sparkle

Who this pattern is best for

Crocheters who want a quick, beginner-friendly hat with personality
Anyone making family matching hats (baby to adult sizing included)
Gift makers who want a fun birthday, holiday, or costume-season project
Sellers and craft fair makers who want a cute “eye-catcher” hat style

How the hat is constructed

This toadstool hat is worked top-down in the round. You’ll crochet a flat crown with increase rounds, then crochet even rounds for the body until you reach the right height for your size. After the hat is done, you’ll make the face pieces (eyes, nose, and spots) and sew them on, then stitch a simple smile.

Red and white crochet mushroom hat with white spots, black eyes, and a smiling face on the brim.

Crochet mushroom hat pattern details

Here’s everything you need to know before you start—skill level, materials, sizing, and gauge—so your mushroom beanie fits well and the face details land in the right spot.

Skill level

Beginner — This crochet mushroom hat pattern uses basic stitches worked in simple repeats in the round.

Materials needed

I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook — for the hat
H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook — for the eyes, nose, and spots
Worsted weight yarn (#4) — in black, white, red, and tan
Yarn needle — for weaving in ends neatly
Scissors — to cut your yarn
Stitch markers (optional) — helpful for keeping track of rounds and stitch counts

Finished size

This mushroom hat pattern includes four sizes.

Baby — 14–15 inches (36–38 cm) head circumference, 6 inches tall (15 cm)
Toddler — 18–19 inches (46–48 cm) head circumference, 7 inches (18 cm) tall
Child — 19–20 inches (48–51 cm) head circumference, 7.75 inches (20 cm) tall
Adult — 20–23 inches (51–58 cm) head circumference, 8 inches tall (20 cm)

How to adjust the fit of this crochet hat

Small tweaks can make a big difference, and this hat is easy to customize.

To adjust the width — The crown rounds control the hat width. For a slightly larger hat, add one extra increase round using the same pattern. For a slightly smaller hat, stop increasing one round earlier.
To adjust the height — Add or remove rounds in the body before you fasten off.
To fine-tune the fit — Changing hook size is the safest quick fix.

Need more help choosing the right size? Head over to my crochet hat sizing guide for head circumference tips, negative ease, and easy ways to customize fit from baby to adult.

Gauge

15 stitches and 9 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)

If your swatch has too many stitches, try a larger hook.
If your swatch has too few stitches, try a smaller hook.

Crochet abbreviations

dc = double crochet stitches
hdc = half double crochet stitches
hdc2tog = half double crochet decrease
sc = single crochet stitches
ch/chs = chain/chains
st/sts = stitch/stitches
sl st = slip stitch

Pattern notes

Use an I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook for the hat
Use an H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook for the eyes, nose, and spots
Rounds 1-5 of the hat are the same for all sizes
The pattern is worked in the round from the top of the hat down
Repeat the instructions between the asterisks (*) for the rest of the round
Unless otherwise stated, the face pieces are the same for all sizes
The pattern is written in US crochet terms

Printable PDF pattern

If you prefer an easy, print-friendly version of this crochet mushroom hat pattern, a printable PDF is available in my Etsy shop. The PDF includes the full pattern instructions in a clean, ad-free format, making it perfect for printing or saving on your device.

Crochet mushroom hat pattern instructions

Rounds 1-5 are the same for all sizes.

Rounds 1-5

Round 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (11 stitches)
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Round 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st*, join (33 stitches)
Round 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (44 stitches)
Round 5: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 10 sts*, join (48 stitches)

Baby size

Rounds 6-14: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (48 stitches)

Fasten off and weave in your ends.

Toddler size

Round 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
Round 7: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 12 sts*, join (56 stitches)
Rounds 8-17: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (56 stitches)

Fasten off and weave in your ends.

Child size

Round 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
Round 7: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 12 sts*, join (56 stitches)
Round 8: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 13 sts*, join (60 stitches)
Rounds 9-18: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (60 stitches)

Fasten off and weave in your ends.

Adult size

Round 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
Round 7: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 12 sts*, join (56 stitches)
Round 8: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 13 sts*, join (60 stitches)
Round 9: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 14 sts*, join (64 stitches)
Rounds 10-19: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)

Fasten off and weave in your ends.

Mushroom eyes

Make 2 using black yarn.

Round 1: Magic ring, ch 2, 9 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (9 stitches)

Use scrap pieces of white yarn to add the eye sparkle. Sew the eyes to the hat.

Mushroom nose

Use tan yarn.

Round 1: Ch 5, 2 hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, 4 hdc in last ch. You will finish the round by working in the backside of the chs: hdc in next ch, 2 hdc in last ch, join (10 stitches)

Fasten off and sew the nose onto the face. Make sure the nose is centered.

Mushroom spots

Use white yarn.

Small spot (make 1):
Round 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 9 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (9 stitches)

Large spot (make 1):
Round 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 9 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (9 stitches)
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (18 stitches)

Sew the spots onto the hat.

Adding the smile

Use a piece of black yarn and a yarn needle to sew a smile on the face.

Finishing

Weave in all of the ends.

Frequently asked questions

What yarn works best for this crochet mushroom hat pattern?
Worsted weight yarn (#4) is the best match for the sizing and stitch counts in the pattern. Acrylic or acrylic blends are great for everyday wear.

Can I use a different hook size?
Yes. Use a larger hook if your gauge swatch is too small, or a smaller hook if your swatch is too big. Checking gauge helps the hat fit like it should.

How do I make the hat bigger or smaller without changing the pattern?
The easiest method is changing hook size (and sometimes yarn). For bigger, go up a hook size; for smaller, go down.

Do the face pieces change for each size?
Unless you note otherwise in your pattern notes, the face pieces can stay the same for all sizes. You can also scale them up or down if you want a different look.

Where should I place the eyes, nose, and spots?
Center the nose, then place the eyes evenly on each side. Add spots wherever you like (symmetrical or scattered both look cute).

Can I sell the finished hats I make from this pattern?
You can add your standard policy here (many designers allow selling finished items with credit, but not sharing the pattern).

How should I wash the finished hat?
A gentle machine wash cold and laying flat to dry is usually safest for acrylic/worsted hats. If you use wool, hand wash is best.

My hat feels too tight or too loose—what should I do?
First check gauge. Then adjust with hook size, or add/remove one increase round in the crown for a small size change.

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