Crochet Tutorial: Nutty Nook Woodland Cafe – Free Crochet Pattern.

This woodland crochet scene features a round mossy base, a cozy tree-stump cafe with an arched service window, a tiny squirrel barista, a large squirrel guest, a seated badger, cafe tables, chairs, cups, cakes, mushrooms, ferns, flowers, berries, vines, autumn leaves, and a small rope bridge. The finished display is designed as a detailed amigurumi-style cafe diorama.

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Pattern Overview

This pattern is written in US crochet terms. The design is made from separate crochet pieces that are sewn and shaped together to match the picture: a circular forest floor, a hollow stump cafe, a raised counter, small woodland animals, outdoor seating, mushrooms, flowers, leaves, and cafe dishes.

For the closest result, keep your stitches firm, use a hook smaller than the yarn label recommends, and stuff each animal and stump piece gradually. The cafe should look rounded, soft, and handmade, with visible textured stitches like bark and moss.

Finished Size

Whole display: about 13 in wide and 10 in tall.
Tree cafe: about 5.5 in wide and 7 in tall.
Large squirrel: about 4.5 in tall including ears and tail.
Badger: about 3.5 in tall while seated.
Small barista squirrel: about 3 in tall inside the window.
Tables: about 2.25 in wide.
Chairs: about 2.25 in tall.

Skill Level

Intermediate to advanced beginner. Most pieces use simple amigurumi stitches, but the project has many small details. Work slowly, pin pieces before sewing, and check the shape from the front often.

Materials

Worsted weight yarn in medium brown, dark brown, tan, cream, moss green, grass green, leaf green, rust orange, golden yellow, red, burgundy, lavender, blue, pink, white, black, gray, aqua, and beige.
2.5 mm crochet hook for animals and small accessories.
3.0 mm crochet hook for the base, stump, roof, and counter.
Polyester fiberfill.
6 mm safety eyes for the large squirrel and badger.
4 mm safety eyes or black embroidery knots for the small squirrel.
Black embroidery thread for noses, mouths, and tiny details.
Tan embroidery thread for the cafe sign lettering.
Yarn needle.
Stitch markers.
Small piece of plastic canvas or cardboard for the base and roof support.
Optional floral wire for flower stems and the rope bridge railing.
Fabric glue for tiny leaves, berries, cups, and cakes if desired.

Abbreviations

MR: magic ring
ch: chain
sl st: slip stitch
sc: single crochet
hdc: half double crochet
dc: double crochet
tr: treble crochet
inc: 2 sc in the same stitch
dec: invisible single crochet decrease
BLO: back loop only
FLO: front loop only
st: stitch
R: round or row
FO: fasten off

Gauge

With a 3.0 mm hook and worsted yarn, 6 sc and 6 rounds should measure about 1 in. With a 2.5 mm hook, stitches should be tight enough that stuffing does not show. Exact gauge is less important than firm structure.

Important Construction Notes

Work animals in continuous rounds unless the pattern says to join.
Use a stitch marker at the first stitch of each round.
Stuff the cafe wall lightly so it stays cylindrical, not puffy.
Flatten tiny leaves and petals with your fingers after fastening off.
Sew every accessory with matching yarn so the final scene looks neat from every angle.
The front of the cafe has a large arched opening. The back remains closed and rounded like a stump.

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Part 1: Round Forest Base

The base is a wide, flat circle with dark soil in the center, mossy green texture around it, and a slightly raised green border. Use a 3.0 mm hook.

Base Circle

Start with dark brown yarn.

R1: Make 8 sc in MR. Do not join. 8 sts.
R2: Inc in each st around. 16 sts.
R3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
R4: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 32 sts.
R5: Sc 3, inc; repeat around. 40 sts.
R6: Sc 4, inc; repeat around. 48 sts.
R7: Sc 5, inc; repeat around. 56 sts.
R8: Sc 6, inc; repeat around. 64 sts.
R9: Sc 7, inc; repeat around. 72 sts.
R10: Sc 8, inc; repeat around. 80 sts.
R11: Sc 9, inc; repeat around. 88 sts.
R12: Sc 10, inc; repeat around. 96 sts.
R13: Sc 11, inc; repeat around. 104 sts.
R14: Sc 12, inc; repeat around. 112 sts.
R15: Sc 13, inc; repeat around. 120 sts.
R16: Sc 14, inc; repeat around. 128 sts.
R17: Sc 15, inc; repeat around. 136 sts.
R18: Sc 16, inc; repeat around. 144 sts.
R19: Sc 17, inc; repeat around. 152 sts.
R20: Sc 18, inc; repeat around. 160 sts.
R21: Sc 19, inc; repeat around. 168 sts.

Change to moss green.

R22: Sc around. 168 sts.
R23: In FLO, sc around. 168 sts.
R24: Sc 20, inc; repeat around. 176 sts.
R25: Sc around. 176 sts.

Place the circle on plastic canvas or firm cardboard. Cut the support slightly smaller than the crochet base. Make a second matching circle from R1 to R25, but do not add extra moss texture. Hold both circles wrong sides together with the support inside.

Raised Green Edge

Join grass green yarn through both layers.

R1: Sc through both layers around. 176 sts.
R2: Ch 1, reverse sc around for a corded edge. Join with sl st and FO.

Moss Texture

Using moss green, grass green, and dark green, add scattered surface texture across the base. Insert the hook into any front-loop or surface space.

Make 30 tiny moss tufts: ch 4, sl st back down the chain, sl st into the base.
Make 20 thicker tufts: ch 5, sc in second ch from hook, sl st in next 3 ch, sl st into the base.
Make 15 low soil bumps in dark brown: 4 sc in MR, sl st to join, sew flat to the base.

Part 2: Tree-Stump Cafe Body

The cafe is a wide, hollow-looking stump with a soft cylindrical wall, bark texture, a large arched service window, and a rounded top. The opening is made by crocheting a flat panel first, then building the wall around it.

Back Wall and Side Body Panel

Use medium brown yarn and a 3.0 mm hook. Work in rows.

Row 1: Ch 46, sc in second ch from hook and across. 45 sts.
Rows 2 to 8: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 45 sts.
Row 9: Ch 1, turn, sc 10, hdc 25, sc 10. 45 sts.
Rows 10 to 34: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 45 sts.
Row 35: Ch 1, turn, sc 10, hdc 25, sc 10. 45 sts.
Rows 36 to 42: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 45 sts.

FO, leaving a long tail. This panel wraps behind the cafe and forms the sides. The front center will be left open for the arched window.

Front Window Side Columns

Make 2 in medium brown.

Row 1: Ch 8, sc in second ch from hook and across. 7 sts.
Rows 2 to 30: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 7 sts.
Row 31: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 3, dec. 5 sts.
Row 32: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 1, dec. 3 sts.
Row 33: Ch 1, turn, sc 3. 3 sts.

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FO. These two columns sit at the front left and front right of the cafe opening.

Arched Window Top

Use medium brown.

Row 1: Ch 23, sc in second ch from hook and across. 22 sts.
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 22 sts.
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 18, dec. 20 sts.
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 16, dec. 18 sts.
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 14, dec. 16 sts.
Row 6: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 12, dec. 14 sts.
Row 7: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 10, dec. 12 sts.

FO. Sew this piece above the two window columns to create the rounded arch.

Assembling the Cafe Wall

Curve the large back panel into a cylinder shape with a 3.5 in wide front gap.
Sew the left window column to the left front edge of the back panel.
Sew the right window column to the right front edge of the back panel.
Sew the arched window top across the top of the opening.
Lightly stuff the side wall as you sew, keeping the front opening hollow.
The bottom edge should sit flat on the forest base.

Bark Ridges

Use dark brown and tan yarn. Surface crochet vertical lines onto the stump wall.

Make 12 dark brown vertical slip-stitch lines from the top to the bottom of the cafe.
Make 8 tan short lines between them, each about 10 to 16 stitches long.
Place lines unevenly so the stump looks natural.
Around the arched window, add one row of cream sc as trim.

Part 3: Cafe Floor and Counter

Interior Floor

Use tan yarn.

R1: 8 sc in MR. 8 sts.
R2: Inc around. 16 sts.
R3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
R4: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 32 sts.
R5: Sc 3, inc; repeat around. 40 sts.
R6: Sc 4, inc; repeat around. 48 sts.
R7: Sc 5, inc; repeat around. 56 sts.
R8: Sc 6, inc; repeat around. 64 sts.

FO. Sew this circle inside the cafe base, slightly behind the front opening.

Rounded Service Counter

Use tan yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.

Row 1: Ch 31, sc in second ch from hook and across. 30 sts.
Rows 2 to 6: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 30 sts.
Row 7: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 26, dec. 28 sts.
Row 8: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 24, dec. 26 sts.
Row 9: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 26 sts.

FO. Make a second piece the same. Hold both pieces together and sc around the edge with dark tan yarn, adding light stuffing between layers. Sew the straight edge inside the window so the counter protrudes outward like a semicircular cafe bar.

Part 4: Cafe Roof and Top Rings

The roof is flat, round, and slightly wider than the stump. It has spiral stitch texture on top and leaf garlands around the rim.

Round Roof Disk

Use beige yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.

R1: 8 sc in MR. 8 sts.
R2: Inc around. 16 sts.
R3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
R4: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 32 sts.
R5: Sc 3, inc; repeat around. 40 sts.
R6: Sc 4, inc; repeat around. 48 sts.
R7: Sc 5, inc; repeat around. 56 sts.
R8: Sc 6, inc; repeat around. 64 sts.
R9: Sc 7, inc; repeat around. 72 sts.
R10: Sc 8, inc; repeat around. 80 sts.
R11: Sc 9, inc; repeat around. 88 sts.
R12: Sc 10, inc; repeat around. 96 sts.
R13: BLO sc around. 96 sts.
R14: Sc around. 96 sts.

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FO. Cut a matching circle of plastic canvas and sew it under the roof disk for support.

Spiral Top Texture

With tan yarn, surface crochet a spiral starting at the center of the roof. Work outward in a gentle swirl until the spiral reaches R10. Keep stitches loose enough that the roof remains flat.

Roof Rim

Join dark brown yarn to the back loop ridge from R13.

R1: Sc around. 96 sts.
R2: Sl st around loosely. 96 sts.

Sew the roof to the top of the cafe body. Let it overhang slightly on all sides.

Part 5: Cafe Sign

The sign is a small rectangle above the arch that reads Nutty Nook Cafe. Use cream yarn.

Row 1: Ch 17, sc in second ch from hook and across. 16 sts.
Rows 2 to 6: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 16 sts.

FO. Border with tan yarn: sc evenly around, placing 2 sc in each corner. With brown embroidery thread, stitch the words Nutty Nook Cafe in two centered lines. Sew the sign above the arched window.

Part 6: Branch Spout on the Left Side

The image shows a short stump-like branch extending from the left side near the roof, decorated with hanging leaves.

Branch

Use dark brown yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: Sc 3, inc; repeat around. 15 sts.
R4 to R12: Sc around. 15 sts.
R13: Sc 3, dec; repeat around. 12 sts.
R14 to R17: Sc around. 12 sts.

Stuff lightly. Flatten the open end and sew it to the left side of the cafe at a slight upward angle. Add dark brown surface stitches to create bark lines.

Part 7: Leaf Garlands and Berries

Make many leaves in autumn colors and green shades. Use a 2.5 mm hook. Arrange them around the roof rim, branch, cafe side, bridge area, and ground.

Small Leaf

Make 45 in rust, yellow, olive, red, and green.

Ch 6.
In second ch from hook: sl st.
Sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, 5 dc in last ch.
Work along the opposite side of the chain: dc, hdc, sc, sl st.
FO, leaving a tail for sewing.

Long Leaf

Make 18 in olive and dark green.

Ch 8.
In second ch from hook: sl st.
Sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc along the chain.
Make 3 sc in the last chain.
Work back on the other side: sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st.

Berries

Make 20 berries in burgundy, red, and dark blue.

R1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
R2: Sc around. 5 sts.
FO and close tightly.

Sew leaves in clusters of 3 to 5 around the roof edge. Add berries between leaf clusters. Let a few leaves hang down over the cafe wall to match the soft woodland garland look.

Part 8: Small Barista Squirrel Inside the Cafe

The small squirrel sits behind the counter with a warm brown body, round head, tiny ears, cream muzzle, and a little cup in front.

Head

Use cinnamon brown yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
R5 to R9: Sc around. 24 sts.
R10: Sc 2, dec; repeat around. 18 sts.
Insert 4 mm eyes between R6 and R7, 5 sts apart.
R11: Sc 1, dec; repeat around. 12 sts.
Stuff firmly.
R12: Dec around. 6 sts.

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FO and close.

Body

Use cinnamon brown.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 18 sts.
R4 to R8: Sc around. 18 sts.
R9: Sc 1, dec; repeat around. 12 sts.
Stuff lightly.
R10: Dec around. 6 sts.

Sew the head to the body.

Muzzle

Use cream yarn.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.

FO. Sew to the lower front of the head. Embroider a small brown nose and a tiny Y-shaped mouth.

Ears

Make 2 in cinnamon brown.

R1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
R2: Sc around. 5 sts.

Flatten and sew to the top of the head.

Arms

Make 2 in cinnamon brown.

R1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
R2 to R6: Sc around. 5 sts.

Do not stuff. Sew to the sides of the body so the arms rest near the cup.

Tiny Tail

Use cinnamon brown.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 9 sts.
R3 to R9: Sc around. 9 sts.
R10: Sc 1, dec; repeat around. 6 sts.

Stuff lightly, curve the tail, and sew behind the body. Place the squirrel inside the cafe behind the counter.

Part 9: Large Squirrel Guest

The large squirrel stands outside the cafe. It has a cinnamon body, cream belly, small ears, pointed face, and a large curled tail rising behind it.

Large Squirrel Head

Use cinnamon brown and a 2.5 mm hook.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
R5: Sc 3, inc; repeat around. 30 sts.
R6 to R11: Sc around. 30 sts.
R12: Sc 3, dec; repeat around. 24 sts.
R13: Sc 2, dec; repeat around. 18 sts.
Insert 6 mm eyes between R8 and R9, 7 sts apart.
R14: Sc 1, dec; repeat around. 12 sts.
Stuff firmly.
R15: Dec around. 6 sts.

FO and close.

Snout

Use cream yarn.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: Sc around. 12 sts.

Stuff very lightly and sew to the lower face. Embroider a dark brown nose and small mouth.

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Body

Use cinnamon brown.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
R5 to R12: Sc around. 24 sts.
R13: Sc 2, dec; repeat around. 18 sts.
R14: Sc 1, dec; repeat around. 12 sts.
Stuff firmly.

FO and sew the head on top.

Cream Belly Patch

Use cream yarn.

R1: Ch 8, sc in second ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch.
Continue on opposite side: sc 5, inc in last st. 16 sts.
R2: Inc, sc 5, inc 3 times, sc 5, inc 2 times. 22 sts.

FO. Sew flat to the front of the body.

Ears

Make 2 in cinnamon brown.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 9 sts.
R3: Sc around. 9 sts.

Flatten and sew to the top sides of the head.

Arms

Make 2 in cinnamon brown.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2 to R9: Sc around. 6 sts.

Stuff only the lower half. Sew one arm forward to hold a tray and one arm slightly to the side.

Legs

Make 2 in cinnamon brown.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 9 sts.
R3 to R6: Sc around. 9 sts.

Stuff lightly and sew under the body so the squirrel stands upright.

Curled Tail

The tail is thick at the base and curls in a spiral behind the squirrel.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 18 sts.
R4 to R18: Sc around. 18 sts.
R19: Sc 4, dec; repeat around. 15 sts.
R20 to R28: Sc around. 15 sts.
R29: Sc 3, dec; repeat around. 12 sts.
R30 to R38: Sc around. 12 sts.
R39: Sc 2, dec; repeat around. 9 sts.
R40 to R46: Sc around. 9 sts.

Stuff gradually. Insert a soft floral wire if you want a stronger curl. Bend the tail into a tight spiral at the top and sew the base to the squirrel’s back. Add several long vertical surface stitches in slightly darker brown.

Part 10: Seated Badger Guest

The badger has a gray body, black lower section, white face stripe, black side markings, and a seated posture at the right cafe table.

Badger Body

Use gray yarn.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
R5 to R10: Sc around. 24 sts.

Change to black.

R11 to R14: Sc around. 24 sts.
R15: Sc 2, dec; repeat around. 18 sts.
R16: Sc 1, dec; repeat around. 12 sts.
Stuff firmly and FO.

Badger Head

Use white yarn.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
R5 to R9: Sc around. 24 sts.
R10: Sc 2, dec; repeat around. 18 sts.
Insert 6 mm eyes between R6 and R7, 7 sts apart.
R11: Sc 1, dec; repeat around. 12 sts.
Stuff firmly.
R12: Dec around. 6 sts.

FO and close.

Black Face Patches

Make 2 in black.

Row 1: Ch 7, sc in second ch from hook and across. 6 sts.
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 2, dec. 4 sts.
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, dec twice. 2 sts.

Sew one patch on each side of the face, angled from the forehead down toward the cheek. Leave a white stripe visible down the center.

Badger Snout and Nose

Use white yarn.

R1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
R2: Inc around. 10 sts.

Sew to the lower face. Embroider a black oval nose at the tip.

Ears

Make 2 in black.

R1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
R2: Sc around. 5 sts.

Flatten and sew to the top sides of the head.

Arms and Legs

Make 2 arms in gray.

R1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
R2 to R7: Sc around. 5 sts.

Make 2 legs in black.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2 to R5: Sc around. 6 sts.

Sew the head to the body. Sew arms to the sides and legs forward so the badger sits beside the table.

Part 11: Cafe Tables

Make two round cafe tables with beige tops and thin legs. One table sits near the squirrel and badger. One table sits on the left front side.

Tabletop

Make 2 in beige with a 2.5 mm hook.

R1: 8 sc in MR. 8 sts.
R2: Inc around. 16 sts.
R3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
R4: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 32 sts.
R5: BLO sc around. 32 sts.
R6: Sc around. 32 sts.

Cut a small cardboard circle to fit inside. Make a second flat circle from R1 to R4. Hold both pieces together with the cardboard inside and sc around. FO.

Table Leg

Make 2 in beige.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2 to R10: Sc around. 6 sts.

Stuff lightly or insert a small wooden skewer. Sew one leg under each tabletop.

Table Feet

For each table, make 3 small support feet.

Ch 6.
Sc in second ch from hook and next 4 ch. 5 sts.

Sew three feet under each table leg like a tripod.

Part 12: Chairs

Make three small chairs: two near the left table and one near the right table. Use beige yarn.

Chair Seat

Make 3.

Row 1: Ch 8, sc in second ch from hook and across. 7 sts.
Rows 2 to 7: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 7 sts.

FO.

Chair Back

Make 3.

Row 1: Ch 8, sc in second ch from hook and across. 7 sts.
Rows 2 to 9: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 7 sts.
Row 10: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 3, dec. 5 sts.
Row 11: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 1, dec. 3 sts.

FO. Sew the back to one edge of the seat.

Chair Legs

Make 12.

R1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
R2 to R8: Sc around. 5 sts.

Sew four legs under each seat. Angle the back legs slightly backward so the chair stands securely.

Part 13: Tiny Cups, Mugs, Cakes, and Tray

Tiny Mug

Make 5 in aqua, cream, and tan.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: BLO sc around. 12 sts.
R4 to R5: Sc around. 12 sts.
R6: Sl st around. 12 sts.

FO. For the handle, attach yarn to the side, ch 5, sl st back into the side two rounds lower. Sew mugs to tables and counter.

Tiny Cup Saucer

Make 5 in cream.

R1: 8 sc in MR. 8 sts.
R2: Inc around. 16 sts.
R3: Sl st around. 16 sts.

Mini Cake

Make 6.

R1: 6 sc in MR using cake color. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: BLO sc around. 12 sts.
R4: Sc around. 12 sts.
Change to frosting color.
R5: FLO sl st around. 12 sts.

Add one pink or red French knot on top as a berry.

Round Cookie

Make 4 in tan.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.

Embroider three dark brown dots as chocolate chips.

Squirrel Serving Tray

Use light aqua yarn.

Row 1: Ch 12, sc in second ch from hook and across. 11 sts.
Rows 2 to 4: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 11 sts.
Border: Sc evenly around, placing 2 sc in each corner.

Sew two tiny cakes and one cup to the tray. Sew the tray to the large squirrel’s front arm.

Part 14: Red Mushrooms

The large red mushroom is on the left side of the base, with a smaller mushroom nearby. Use cream and red yarn.

Large Mushroom Stem

Use cream yarn.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: BLO sc around. 12 sts.
R4 to R9: Sc around. 12 sts.
R10: Sc 2, dec; repeat around. 9 sts.

Stuff firmly and FO.

Large Mushroom Cap

Use red yarn.

R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 18 sts.
R4: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
R5 to R6: Sc around. 24 sts.
R7: Sc 2, dec; repeat around. 18 sts.

Stuff lightly and sew to the stem. Add 8 small white embroidered dots.

Small Mushroom

Use cream for the stem and red for the cap.

Stem R1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
Stem R2 to R5: Sc around. 5 sts.
Cap R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
Cap R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
Cap R3: Sc around. 12 sts.

Sew the cap to the stem and add tiny white dots.

Part 15: Rope Bridge and Small Walkway

The left side has a curved rope bridge leading toward the cafe. It should look soft and handmade with beige ropes and little posts.

Bridge Planks

Make 7 in tan.

Row 1: Ch 9, sc in second ch from hook and across. 8 sts.
Rows 2 to 3: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 8 sts.

FO. Sew the planks in a slight curve on the base, leading from the left edge toward the cafe.

Rope Rails

Make 2.

Ch 42.
Sl st in second ch from hook and across.

Sew one rope rail along each side of the bridge. Let the rails curve upward slightly by attaching them to small posts.

Bridge Posts

Make 6 in beige.

R1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
R2 to R8: Sc around. 5 sts.

Stuff lightly. Sew three posts on each side of the bridge. Wrap tan yarn around the posts to imitate tied rope.

Part 16: Ferns and Ground Leaves

Place ferns around the cafe, especially near the back right, front center, and left flower area.

Fern Stem

Make 12 in green.

Ch 12.
Sl st in second ch from hook and next 10 ch.

Fern Fronds

Work directly along each stem.

Attach yarn to one side of the stem near the bottom.
Ch 4, sl st back into the same stem space.
Move up one stitch, ch 5, sl st back into the stem.
Repeat 4 more times, then mirror the same steps on the opposite side.

Sew ferns in clusters of 3 stems. Pinch the base together before sewing so each cluster fans outward.

Part 17: Bluebell Flowers

The image includes drooping blue flowers on the left and front areas. Use green stems with blue bell-shaped blossoms.

Flower Stem

Make 8 in green.

Ch 16.
Sl st in second ch from hook and across.

Curve the stem slightly before sewing.

Blue Bell Blossom

Make 24 in blue or lavender.

R1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
R2: Sc around. 5 sts.
R3: Inc around. 10 sts.
R4: Sl st, ch 2, sl st in next st; repeat around to make a scalloped rim.

Sew 3 blossoms to each curved stem, facing downward.

Part 18: Tall Pink and Purple Flowers

The right side has tall clustered flowers like woodland spires. Make them in pink, purple, and lavender.

Tall Stem

Make 6 in green.

Ch 20.
Sl st in second ch from hook and across.

Flower Buds

Make 36 in pink, purple, and lavender.

R1: 4 sc in MR. 4 sts.
R2: Sc around. 4 sts.

Sew 6 buds along each tall stem, placing them close together. Add two small leaves at the base of each stem.

Part 19: Small Window Planter

The side of the cafe has a tiny window box with green leaves and colorful berries.

Planter Box

Use tan yarn.

Row 1: Ch 10, sc in second ch from hook and across. 9 sts.
Rows 2 to 4: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 9 sts.
Border: Sc evenly around.

Sew the box to the right side of the cafe wall. Add 5 small leaves and 3 tiny berry balls from the earlier leaf and berry instructions.

Part 20: Tiny Interior Shelves

Inside the cafe, add dark shelves with mugs to create the cozy background seen behind the squirrel.

Shelf Strip

Make 2 in dark brown.

Row 1: Ch 18, sc in second ch from hook and across. 17 sts.
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 17 sts.

Sew both shelves to the inside back wall. Make 4 tiny cups using the mug pattern, but stop after R4. Sew them to the shelves.

Part 21: Ground Flowers and Scattered Leaves

The forest floor should look full, with small flowers, fallen leaves, and soft plant shapes around the tables.

Five-Petal Flower

Make 12 in yellow, pink, blue, and lavender.

R1: 5 sc in MR.
In each st: sl st, ch 2, 2 hdc, ch 2, sl st.
Repeat until 5 petals are made.

Sew flowers in small clusters around the mushroom, table legs, and front base.

Ground Leaf Cluster

Make 8 clusters.

Ch 5, sl st back down the chain.
Ch 6, sl st back down the chain.
Ch 5, sl st back down the chain.
FO and sew all three leaf points together at the base.

Part 22: Positioning the Main Pieces

Before sewing the scene permanently, place every major piece on the base. The stump cafe should sit slightly toward the back center, not exactly in the middle. The large squirrel stands in front of the cafe to the right, and the badger sits at the far right table.

Sew the tree cafe to the base first, using dark brown yarn around the bottom edge.
Sew the rope bridge to the left side of the cafe and base.
Sew the large mushroom near the left front of the bridge.
Sew the right table in front of the badger.
Sew the left table and two chairs on the open moss area.
Sew the large squirrel near the center-right, facing the badger.
Sew the barista squirrel inside the window behind the counter.
Add ferns behind the badger and near the left flower patch.
Add bluebells near the bridge and front base.
Add tall pink and purple flowers behind the badger on the right.

Part 23: Creating the Cafe Scene on the Tables

Use the tiny cups, saucers, cakes, and cookies to make the cafe feel full. The right table should have a cup, a small cake, and a cookie. The left table should have two small plates and pastel cakes. The counter should have one mug, one small basket, and one cake.

Sew each saucer to the tabletop first.
Sew each cup directly on top of its saucer.
Place cakes slightly off center so the tables look natural.
Attach the serving tray to the large squirrel’s hands before sewing the squirrel to the base.
Keep the badger close to the table, with its face turned toward the food.

Part 24: Optional Acorn Basket

The cafe counter includes tiny basket-like treats. Use tan and brown yarn for a small acorn basket.

Basket

R1: 6 sc in MR using tan. 6 sts.
R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
R3: BLO sc around. 12 sts.
R4 to R5: Sc around. 12 sts.
R6: Sl st around. 12 sts.

For the handle, ch 10 and sl st to the opposite side. Sew the basket to the cafe counter.

Tiny Acorns

Make 4.

R1: 5 sc in MR using light brown. 5 sts.
R2: Sc around. 5 sts.
Change to dark brown.
R3: Dec twice, sc 1. 3 sts.

Close tightly and sew inside or beside the basket.

Part 25: Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing should be done slowly. Use pins first, then sew when you are happy with the placement. The animals should face toward the cafe tables so the whole scene feels connected.

Embroider each nose with dark brown or black thread.
Add tiny cheek stitches to the squirrels using light pink yarn if desired.
Use short straight stitches for the squirrel mouths.
Use black yarn to sharpen the badger’s side face markings.
Check that the cafe sign is centered above the arch.
Sew loose leaves along the roof so some hang over the front edge.
Add final moss tufts around sewn joins to hide attachment stitches.

Care Notes

Care Notes: This crochet cafe is a decorative display, not a toy for babies or pets. Many pieces are small and firmly attached, but tiny cups, berries, leaves, and flowers can still loosen with rough handling.

Spot clean only with a lightly damp cloth.
Do not machine wash.
Do not twist or soak the base.
Let the display air dry fully before storing.
Keep away from direct sunlight to reduce fading.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

The round base is flat and firm.
The cafe body stands upright without leaning.
The arched window is open and framed neatly.
The roof is centered and slightly overhanging.
The sign reads Nutty Nook Cafe.
The barista squirrel is visible behind the counter.
The large squirrel holds the tray in front.
The badger sits at the right table.
Both tables have cups, cakes, and plates.
Mushrooms, flowers, ferns, leaves, and berries are evenly scattered.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines: Store the finished cafe in a dry place, preferably inside a display box or on a shelf where it will not be pressed. If dust collects on the roof leaves or flowers, use a soft makeup brush to remove it gently.

For long-term preservation, avoid heavy moisture and strong heat. If a small part bends during storage, reshape it with your fingers and let it rest. Do not iron the animals, roof, flowers, or moss texture, because the raised stitches give the cafe its woodland charm.