Easy Crochet Mushroom Coin Purse Pattern

Posted on August 8, 2026 by Kate

It is small enough to tuck inside a handbag yet cute enough to display on its own. Use it for coins, lip balm, earbuds, stitch markers, jewelry, keys, or other tiny everyday treasures.

The mushroom shape makes this project perfect for cottagecore lovers, fairy-garden fans, nature-inspired crochet collections, and handmade gifting.

Why You’ll Love This Crochet Mushroom Coin Purse

This little mushroom pouch combines practical storage with playful handmade details. Although the finished purse looks intricate, it is constructed from manageable pieces.

You’ll love it because it is:

Small and relatively quick to crochet.
Perfect for leftover yarn.
Easy to personalize.
Great for cottagecore and woodland styles.
Useful for coins and small essentials.
Cute enough for handmade gifts.
Ideal for craft fairs and small-product collections.
A fun introduction to zipper installation.
Easy to turn into a larger pouch.
Adorable in many different color combinations.

Materials You Will Need

For one mushroom coin purse, gather:

Worsted-weight cotton yarn in cream
Worsted-weight yarn in coral, brick red, or terracotta
Small amount of white or ivory yarn
Small amount of brown yarn
Small amount of green yarn
Small amounts of pink, peach, or yellow yarn for flowers
4.0 mm (G-6) crochet hook
Yarn needle
Scissors
Stitch marker
Measuring tape
Small zipper approximately 4–5 inches long
Sewing needle and coordinating thread
Optional decorative zipper charm
Optional lightweight cotton lining

Approximately 80–120 yards of yarn total should be enough for most versions.

Best Yarn for a Crochet Coin Purse

Cotton or a cotton-blend yarn is an excellent choice because it produces a firm fabric with clear stitch definition.

Cotton also helps the mushroom keep its shape and gives the tiny decorative details a neat, polished appearance.

Acrylic yarn can work, but the finished pouch may feel softer and stretch more.

For the most structured result, use a smooth worsted-weight yarn with fairly tight tension.

Crochet Abbreviations

This pattern uses standard U.S. crochet terminology.

MR: Magic ring
ch: Chain
sl st: Slip stitch
sc: Single crochet
hdc: Half double crochet
dc: Double crochet
inc: Increase
dec: Decrease
BLO: Back loop only
st: Stitch
sts: Stitches
rnd: Round
rep: Repeat
FO: Fasten off

Finished Size

The finished mushroom purse should measure approximately:

Width: 4–5 inches
Height: 4–4½ inches
Base depth: approximately 2½–3 inches

The exact dimensions will depend on your yarn, tension, and zipper size.

Gauge

Approximately:

16 single crochet stitches × 17 rows = 4 inches

Gauge is not critical, but the crochet fabric should be dense enough that coins and small objects cannot easily poke through the stitches.

Construction Overview

The mushroom coin purse is made in five main stages:

Crochet the cream base.
Make the rounded mushroom cap.
Add white spots and cottage details.
Install the zipper.
Finish with flowers, leaves, and optional lining.

Step 1: Crochet the Mushroom Base

Use cream yarn.

Round 1

Create a magic ring.

Work 6 single crochets into the ring.

Pull the ring closed.

6 stitches

Round 2

Work 2 single crochets in every stitch around.

12 stitches

Round 3

Repeat:

1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st

around.

18 stitches

Round 4

Repeat:

1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st

around.

24 stitches

Round 5

Repeat:

1 sc in each of next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st

around.

30 stitches

Round 6

Repeat:

1 sc in each of next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st

around.

36 stitches

Check the circle.

It should measure approximately 3½–4 inches across.

For a larger pouch, add one more increase round.

Step 2: Build the Cream Sides

Round 7

Work in the back loops only.

Single crochet once in every stitch around.

This creates a subtle transition between the flat bottom and the sides.

Rounds 8–15

Work 1 single crochet in every stitch around.

Continue until the cream portion measures approximately 2½–3 inches high.

Keep a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round.

Fasten off.

The finished section should resemble a small cream crochet bowl.

Step 3: Crochet the Mushroom Cap

Use coral or red yarn.

The cap is worked separately from the cream base.

Round 1

Create a magic ring.

Work 6 single crochets into the ring.

Repeat:

5 sc, inc

around.

42 sts

The cap should now be slightly wider than the cream base.

Shape the Rounded Mushroom Cap

Work 2–3 rounds of single crochet without increasing.

This causes the flat circle to curve gently downward.

For a more domed shape, work one decrease round:

Repeat approximately:

5 sc, dec

around.

Continue with one even round.

Do not over-decrease because the cap still needs to fit comfortably over the zipper opening.

Fasten off.

Step 4: Add the White Mushroom Spots

Make approximately 6–9 spots in different sizes.

Use cream or white yarn.

Small Spot

Create a magic ring.

Work 6 single crochets into the ring.

Pull closed.

Join and fasten off.

Medium Spot

Create a magic ring.

Work 6 single crochets.

For Round 2, work 2 single crochets in each stitch.

Fasten off.

Create a mix of both sizes.

Arrange the Spots

Place the mushroom cap flat.

Arrange the white spots irregularly across the surface.

Avoid perfectly even spacing. Natural-looking asymmetry gives the cap more personality.

Use stitch markers or pins to hold the spots temporarily.

Sew the Spots in Place

Use the long white yarn tail.

Sew around each circle with small stitches.

Keep the spots fairly flat against the red cap.

Weave the yarn tails securely on the inside.

Step 5: Make the Tiny Cottage Door

The miniature door transforms this little mushroom pouch into an adorable fairy-house design.

Use brown yarn.

Chain 7.

Row 1

Beginning in the second chain from the hook, single crochet across.

Turn.

Rows 2–5

Chain 1.

Single crochet across.

Turn.

For a rounded door top, decrease one stitch at each side during the final 1–2 rows.

Fasten off with a long sewing tail.

Add Door Texture

Use a slightly darker brown yarn.

Embroider several vertical lines from the top to the bottom.

This creates the appearance of tiny wooden planks.

Add a small cream stitch or French knot near one side for the doorknob.

Attach the Door

Position the door in the center front of the cream mushroom base.

Sew around the outer edge with brown yarn.

Do not pull the stitches too tightly.

Weave in the ends inside the pouch.

Step 6: Add Flower Stems

Use green yarn and a yarn needle.

Embroider several small stems beside the door.

Create each stem with short straight stitches rather than one long loose strand.

Add tiny angled stitches for leaves.

A few curved branches on both sides of the door create the charming miniature garden shown in the design.

Crochet Tiny Flowers

Use pink, coral, or peach yarn.

Simple Tiny Flower

Create a magic ring.

Repeat 5 times:

Chain 2.
1 half double crochet.
Chain 2.
Slip stitch into the ring.

Pull the ring closed.

Fasten off.

Make approximately 4–8 flowers.

Mini Flower Bud

Chain 3.

Work 3 half double crochets into the second chain from the hook.

Slip stitch into the final chain.

Fasten off.

These tiny buds work beautifully along the embroidered green stems.

Add Tiny Leaves

With green yarn:

Chain 4.

Beginning in the second chain, work:

Slip stitch
Single crochet
Half double crochet

Fasten off.

Make several miniature leaves and sew them around the flowers.

For an easier version, simply embroider the leaves directly onto the pouch.

Step 7: Prepare the Zipper

Choose a zipper that matches the circumference or opening size of the purse.

A zipper approximately 4–5 inches long works for many small versions.

Open the zipper.

Pin or clip one zipper tape edge along the cream base opening.

Pin the opposite side to the mushroom cap.

The zipper should sit evenly between the two crochet pieces.

Step 8: Sew in the Zipper

Use a sewing needle and strong coordinating thread.

Sew through the zipper tape and crochet stitches using small, even stitches.

Work slowly around the entire opening.

Check frequently that:

The zipper opens smoothly.
The crochet fabric is not puckering.
Both pieces remain aligned.
No yarn catches in the zipper teeth.

For extra security, make two passes around the zipper tape.

Crochet Zipper Attachment Alternative

If your zipper tape has large enough spaces along the edge, you can blanket-stitch around it first with thread and then crochet into those stitches.

This creates a more visibly handmade finish.

Hand sewing is generally simpler for beginners.

Step 9: Join the Cap and Base

Once the zipper is sewn to both pieces, close it and check the shape.

The red cap should sit neatly over the cream base.

Adjust any sections that look uneven.

The finished shape should resemble a tiny mushroom cottage.

Step 10: Add an Optional Zipper Charm

A small leaf charm, flower charm, tassel, or crochet leaf can make the zipper easier to grab.

For a crochet leaf zipper pull:

Use green yarn.

Chain 6.

Beginning in the second chain, work:

1 sl st
1 sc
1 hdc
1 sc
1 sl st

Fasten off.

Attach securely to the zipper pull.

Optional Fabric Lining

A lining makes the coin purse more polished and prevents tiny objects from catching in crochet stitches.

Choose lightweight cotton fabric.

Measure the Interior

Measure the bottom diameter and height of the cream pouch.

Cut the Fabric

Cut one circular bottom and one rectangular side piece.

Add approximately ¼–½ inch for seam allowance.

Sew the Lining

Sew the short ends of the rectangle together.

Attach the fabric circle to the lower edge.

Fold the upper raw edge inward.

Insert the lining inside the crochet pouch.

Hand-sew it just below the zipper.

Avoid stitching through the zipper teeth.

What Can You Keep Inside?

This little mushroom purse is perfect for:

Coins
Lip balm
Earbuds
Rings
Earrings
Small necklaces
Hair ties
Stitch markers
USB drives
Keys
Small crystals
Tiny keepsakes
Mini sewing supplies

Make It as a Lip Balm Holder

If you mainly want to carry lip balm, make a slightly narrower base.

Keep the height approximately 3 inches.

You can also omit the zipper and add a buttoned flap for a simpler construction.

Make It Into a Jewelry Pouch

Add a soft fabric lining and keep the interior smooth.

Use the pouch for:

Rings
Earrings
Bracelets
Small necklaces

For delicate jewelry, avoid rough embellishments inside the pouch.

Make a Mini Mushroom Purse

Use DK or sport-weight cotton yarn with a 3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook.

Reduce the base to approximately 2½–3 inches across.

The mini version is perfect for:

Coins
Earbuds
Jewelry
Small gifts

Make a Larger Mushroom Pouch

Continue increasing the circular base beyond 36 stitches.

Make the cream sides taller and enlarge the red cap proportionally.

A larger mushroom pouch can hold:

Makeup
Crochet hooks
Small craft supplies
Charging cables
Travel essentials

Color Palette Ideas

Classic Toadstool

Use:

Deep red cap
White spots
Cream base
Brown door
Moss green leaves

Soft Cottagecore

Use:

Dusty coral
Ivory
Sage green
Caramel brown
Blush pink flowers

Pastel Mushroom

Use:

Blush pink
Cream
Lavender
Sage
Pale yellow

Autumn Woodland

Use:

Rust orange
Oatmeal
Dark brown
Olive green
Mustard flowers

Fairy Garden

Use:

Lavender cap
Cream spots
Pale pink base
Sage leaves
Multicolor flowers

Neutral Mushroom

Use:

Taupe
Cream
Chocolate brown
Eucalyptus green

Make a Matching Mushroom Collection

Use the same colors and toadstool theme to create:

Mushroom drawstring pouch
Mushroom keychain
Mushroom tote bag
Mushroom coaster
Mushroom mug cozy
Mushroom bookmark
Mushroom plant-pot cover
Mushroom amigurumi
Mushroom pincushion

A coordinated woodland collection can be especially attractive for gift sets or craft-market displays.

Cottagecore Gift Idea

Fill the mushroom purse with a small surprise such as:

Lip balm
Jewelry
Wrapped candy
Tea bags
A gift card
Mini hand cream
Crochet stitch markers

Place it inside a small kraft-paper gift box with tissue paper and twine.

The pouch becomes both the wrapping and part of the gift.

Great Occasions for This Project

A crochet mushroom coin purse makes a charming gift for:

Birthdays
Christmas stockings
Easter baskets
Teacher gifts
Friendship gifts
Cottagecore lovers
Mushroom collectors
Garden enthusiasts
Crochet friends
Book lovers
Fairy-garden fans

Selling Crochet Mushroom Coin Purses

Small crochet accessories can be appealing craft-market items because shoppers can easily pick them up as gifts or impulse purchases.

Consider offering several styles:

Classic red mushroom
Pink mushroom
Lavender mushroom
Autumn mushroom
Floral fairy house
Minimalist version
Mushroom with zipper charm
Lined premium version

Clearly list:

Finished dimensions
Yarn fiber
Closure type
Whether the purse is lined
Interior dimensions
Care instructions

Use your own product photographs when listing finished items.

Helpful Tips for the Best Results

Keep Your Tension Firm

Dense stitches give the purse better structure.

Use a Stitch Marker

Continuous rounds can be difficult to track without one.

Block the Cap Before Assembly

A little blocking helps create a smooth dome.

Test the Zipper Before Sewing

Open and close it several times before installing it.

Keep Decorations Away From the Zipper

Flowers and yarn ends should not interfere with the teeth.

Sew the Door Flat

A securely attached door is less likely to snag inside a handbag.

Weave In Ends as You Go

This project contains many small decorative pieces, so finishing yarn tails gradually saves time.

Common Problems and Solutions

The Base Is Wavy

You probably have too many increases.

Remove the last increase round and repeat it with fewer increases.

The Base Curls Up

Add several evenly spaced increases or use a slightly larger hook.

The Cap Is Too Small

Add another increase round before working the straight shaping rounds.

The Cap Looks Too Flat

Work several rounds without increases so it begins curving downward.

The Zipper Puckers

The zipper may have been stretched while sewing. Remove the affected stitches and reattach it with the zipper relaxed.

The Zipper Is Difficult to Open

Check for yarn strands or fabric caught near the teeth.

The White Spots Curl

Lightly block them before sewing.

The Pouch Collapses

Use cotton yarn, tighter stitches, or add a fabric lining.

Care Instructions

Remove coins and all contents before washing.

Close the zipper.

If the zipper or charm requires special care, follow the hardware manufacturer’s recommendations.

Hand-wash the crochet pouch in cool water with mild detergent.

Do not aggressively rub the floral details.

Gently press out excess water with a towel.

Reshape the mushroom cap and cream base.

Arrange the flowers and leaves.

Allow the pouch to air-dry completely.

Make sure the zipper is fully dry before storing the purse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this crochet mushroom coin purse beginner-friendly?

It is best for confident beginners who know how to work in rounds, increase stitches, sew crochet pieces together, and attach simple appliqués.

What yarn is best?

Worsted-weight cotton or cotton-blend yarn works especially well because it creates a structured pouch and clear decorative stitches.

Do I need a zipper?

No. You can replace the zipper with a snap, button-and-loop closure, or drawstring construction.

Can I make it without the cottage door?

Absolutely. Leave the cream base plain or decorate it with flowers, leaves, stars, or additional mushrooms.

How many white spots should I make?

Approximately 6–9 spots in different sizes creates a balanced mushroom-cap design.

Can I make the entire purse in one piece?

You can, but making the cap and base separately makes adding a zipper much easier.

Can I use this as a jewelry pouch?

Yes. Add a smooth fabric lining for delicate jewelry.

Can I add a keychain ring?

Yes. Crochet a reinforced loop near the zipper and attach a keychain ring or swivel clasp.

Can I make a larger cosmetic pouch?

Yes. Increase the base size, add more side rounds, and use a longer zipper.

Can I use acrylic yarn?

Yes, especially for decorative versions. Cotton generally provides better structure for a small functional purse.

Can I sell finished mushroom coin purses made from this pattern?

You may sell finished crochet mushroom coin purses made from this pattern. Use your own photographs and accurately describe the materials, dimensions, closure, lining, and care instructions.

Final Thoughts

This crochet mushroom coin purse pattern is a tiny project packed with personality. The soft cream cottage base, coral-red mushroom cap, white spots, miniature wooden-style door, embroidered flowers, green leaves, and vintage-inspired zipper create a whimsical accessory that looks straight out of a fairy garden.

Keep it simple for a quick weekend project or add a lining, miniature flowers, zipper charm, and extra woodland details for a more elaborate version. You can also experiment with pink, lavender, rust, or neutral mushroom colors to create an entire collection.

Whether you use it for coins, lip balm, earbuds, jewelry, or tiny everyday treasures, this little mushroom pouch is a fun way to carry a bit of handmade cottagecore charm wherever you go.