Are you ready for some FUN-gi? The Oyster Mushroom Crochet Pattern captures the delicate beauty of this fan-shaped mushroom. This pattern is one of the 21 mushroom patterns included in my Mushroom Harvest crochet pattern bundle! With 9 varieties in multiple different sizes, you’re in for quite the crochet mushroom foraging adventure!

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Just so you can appreciate crocheting this little fungi even more:

The Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) is a widely cultivated edible fungus. It is known for its mild, slightly sweet flavor and is a popular ingredient in vegetarian dishes. Oyster mushrooms have medicinal properties, including the ability to reduce cholesterol and break down environmental toxins. They grow in fan-like clusters on decaying wood and logs in temperate and subtropical forests worldwide.

Interesting Facts:

• Oyster mushrooms are used in environmental bioremediation projects due to their ability to break down pollutants.
• Their unique shape and growth pattern resemble oyster shells.

I’ve created a helpful video tutorial for this pattern bundle as well. The video will demonstrate for you how to crochet the gills used in this oyster mushroom crochet pattern. You can find that further down in this post or access it straight away on YouTube here.

Are you embarking on a crochet mushroom-foraging adventure?

You can download this Oyster crochet mushroom pattern as part of the Mushroom Harvest Crochet Pattern Bundle here. This ad-free, printable PDF conveniently includes all 9 mushroom varieties in one place for some seriously cozy couch crocheting!

With all the different sizes included in the written pattern, that’s actually 21 (yes, TWENTY-ONE) mushrooms all in one pattern. I guess it’s sort of a crochet mushroom e-book, really!

The mushroom varieties included in the Mushroom Harvest are:

• Morel (3 sizes)
• Fly Agaric (3 sizes)
• Verdigris Agaric (3 sizes)
• Chanterelle (2 sizes)
• Indigo Milk Cap (2 sizes)
• Button (1 size)
• Turkey Tail (3 sizes)
• Porcini (3 sizes)
• Oyster (1 size)

This pattern is written in English, using US terms. If needed, you can find a handy term conversion chart right here in my Resource Library.

Oyster Mushroom Crochet Pattern Guide:

Size & Gauge:

Size: 3″

Gauge: N/A

Policies & Disclaimers:

This crochet pattern is for PERSONAL USE ONLY. This pattern or parts of it may not be reproduced, resold, distributed, published, altered, translated, posted or shared without authorization. You can sell your finished items provided that you credit Off the Beaten Hook as the designer using this verbiage, “This pattern was designed by Lindsey Roe and Off the Beaten Hook.” Thank you for your respectfulness!

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What makes this crochet pattern eco-friendly and sustainable?

THE YARN: I use only sustainable and eco-friendly yarn that has been ethically grown/raised and processed, putting the people and the planet first. This is why I chose 100% cotton yarn for this pattern.

THE STUFFING: I used a variety of recycled materials to stuff these mushrooms, including recycled polyester, recycled cotton and yarn scraps.

THE SLOW YARN MOVEMENT: I’m participating in the Slow Yarn Movement. There’s far too much to talk about here, but please take a few minutes to learn about what this means by reading the article I wrote about the Slow Yarn Movement as part of my 6-part Sustainable Crochet Series.

If you’re interested in learning more about sustainable crochet you can read all about it in the 6-part series I wrote covering everything about Sustainable Crochet and how to implement it into your own crafting starting today!

Materials you will need:

Yarn:

100% Cotton | 3/DK/Light Worsted

I used yarn from my stash for this mushroom, which I always encourage you to try first! If you don’t have anything that will work, you’re sure to find a suitable color using one of the following collections:

• Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK – I recommend the color Vanilla Cream for these sand colored Oyster mushrooms
• The yardage for this mushroom is small enough (under 1 ball), so the quantities are not specified.

If you would like to explore other yarn options, here are some that would work well for this pattern:

DK Weight (use a hook sized somewhere between 2.50 mm and 3.00 mm)

• Paintbox Yarns Simply DK (Acrylic)
• Tahki Yarns Cotton Classic (Cotton)

Worsted/Aran Weight for a larger mushroom (use a hook sized somewhere between 3.50 mm and 4.50 mm)

• Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran (Acrylic)
• Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran (Cotton)

Other tools and materials needed:

• Crochet Hook Size: 2.75 mm
• Tapestry Needle (bent tips make all the difference!)
• Stitch Markers
• Scissors
• Stuffing

Abbreviations/Skills:

ch – chain
st – stitch
hk – hook
sk – skip
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
FLO – front loop only
BLO – back loop only
fpdc – front post double crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
rep – repeat
(…) x – repeat instructions indicated number of times
[…] – number of stitches in row/round
PH – photo reference number

The Oyster Mushroom Crochet Pattern:

NOTES:

• This mushroom is worked with the stem & gills crocheted separately from the cap and then the two seamed together.
• Work in continuous rounds (do not join), unless otherwise indicated.
• Chains do not count as a stitch
• Refer to the chanterelle for photos and video tutorial regarding the making of the gills, a they are done in the exact same way.

ATTACH THE CAP TO THE STEM: DISCLAIMER: Don’t be alarmed if it feels like the diameter of your gills are way wider than the diameter of your cap – it probably will be (PH 108). Oyster mushrooms are super wonky and this is intentional. As you attach the two together, it’ll create a wavy, bumpy texture and shape which is desirable. Stuff the stem lightly. Lay the cap on top of the stem. Picking up where you left off on the cap, join the two pieces together by working slip stitches through the BLO of each st of the cap and corresponding st of the stem beneath, all the way around. Mold and shape as desired. Invisible fasten off and weave in end.

Are you read to make your next mushroom?

You can find the individual free patterns to each of the varieties found in my Mushroom Harvest bundle here:

• Morel (3 sizes)
• Fly Agaric (3 sizes)
• Verdigris Agaric (3 sizes)
• Chanterelle (2 sizes)
• Indigo Milk Cap (2 sizes)
• Button (1 size)
• Turkey Tail (3 sizes)
• Porcini (3 sizes)
• Oyster (1 size)

Or snag all 21 mushrooms (9 varieties) in the Mushroom Harvest Pattern here:

Mushroom Crochet Pattern Video Tutorial:

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I can’t wait to see your beautiful Oyster mushrooms! Be sure to tag me on social media @offthebeatenhook or use the hashtag #offthebeatenhook so I can admire your makes. ❤️

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