Knitted Adorable Toadstool

Knitted adorable toadstools are the epitome of whimsical charm, bringing a touch of enchantment to any space they inhabit. These cozy creations not only add a pop of color and texture but also evoke a sense of nostalgia and warmth. Crafted with care and creativity, each toadstool comes to life through the intricate stitches and attention to detail, making them a delightful addition to any home decor or a thoughtful handmade gift for a special someone. With their cute and cozy charm, knitted adorable toadstools are sure to bring smiles and joy wherever they are placed, spreading a little magic and happiness in their own unique way.

Materials:
Four US 3 double pointed needles
DK or sport-weight yarn in preferred colors (e.g. red and white)
Tapestry needle
Fiberfill and/or scrap yarn for stuffingInstructions:
Begin with two of the double pointed needles, working the piece flat.

CO 3 stitches in White.

Row 1 (RS): kfb all (6 sts)
Row 2 (WS): purl all
Row 3: kfb all (12 sts)
Row 4: purl all

Row 5: knit all
Row 6: purl all

Repeat rows 5 & 6 one more time.

Transition to working in the round by distributing stitches onto three double pointed needles (4 sts per needle). The right side of the work should face out.

Switch to Red. Knit all in red unless a stitch is indicated otherwise (creates spots on the toadstool).

Round 1: kfb all (24 sts)
Round 2: kfb all (48 sts)
Round 3: knit all
Round 4: *k2, k2tog, k1 in white, k1, k2tog, repeat from * to the end, six times.
Round 5: knit all
Round 6: *k1 in white, k2tog, k2, k2tog in white, k3, k2tog, repeat from * to the end, three times.
Round 7: knit all
Round 8: *k2, k2tog, k2, k1 in white, k2tog, repeat from * to the end, three times.
Round 9: *k2tog, k2, repeat from * to the last stitch, k1.
Round 10: k1 in white, k1, k2tog, k2, k1 in white, k2tog, k2, k2tog in white, k2, k2tog in white.
Round 11: *k2tog, k2, repeat from * to the end, three times.

Break white and sew in end. Break red, leaving a ~4 inch tail. With a tapestry needle, draw the yarn end through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the top of the cap. Sew closed.

To finish, stuff the cap from the bottom with fiberfill and/or scrap yarn. Sew the stem closed, adding some stuffing to it as you go. All ends can be drawn through the toadstool to hide them. As a finishing touch, I like to weave several inches of the stem-colored yarn around the based of the cap. Then I pull it tight (without breaking the yarn), tie it, and hide the ends. This band at the base helps add more definition between the stem and cap.