Crocheting pillows or pillowcases/cases is very popular among our readers. After all, in this simple way you can create a cozy, homely interior in your bedroom or living room and at the same time make it unique.
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Pillows of different shapes
Did you know that a pillow can take any geometric shape, as well as the shape of any object or animal. Only on our website there is a description of pillows in the shape of a heart, a sheep, Winnie the Pooh, an owl, a star, a cat, a rooster and female forms. The imagination of needlewomen has no limits. Many beautiful covers and pillowcases are knitted from square motifs, especially the granny square that we all love.
A simple way to crochet an unusual pillow
First, choose the shape of the future product:
- circle
- square
- rectangle
- roller
- cube?
We knit with or without double crochets in the desired shape. There are a lot of schemes on the Internet and in our “for beginners” section. For the first three options, you need to knit two identical parts: front or back. We take patterns of flowers, leaves, round motifs, maybe even elements of Irish lace, knit several of them and sew them on the front side of the cover. Your unique pillow is ready! The drawing was invented by you personally and no one can repeat it. Someone got such a beautiful case:
If you have a ready-made cushion cover, but need to update it quickly.
In this case, select suitable threads by color and crochet any beautiful napkin. The main condition is that the diameter of the napkin should not be larger than the pillowcase. Wash the napkin, steam it and sew it onto the pillow. You can buy ready-made pillows for the base at Ikea. This is, by the way, a great idea for a housewarming gift or for a summer house. Not a lot of work and time is spent, and a handmade item will remind the owner of your care.
Cool square motif for crochet pillows
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Simple crochet pillows with tassels
Let's start with the simplest model, knitted by alternating rows with regular single crochets and half double crochets. This pillow looks very nice with tassels tied on it, and not along the perimeter, as we are used to doing, but in several rows on the front side.
I hope the brushes can do everything: you need to cut threads of the same length, twice the size of the brush. It's convenient to wrap them around a book.
Then we fold each in half and pull the middle with a hook through the warp loop, and tighten both ends of the thread into it.
The second option is made with a pattern with cones. These can be “popcorns”, or lush stitches, or several double crochets, knitted together – as you like.
They can be placed one above the other, or in a checkerboard pattern, and between them you can make one airy one, into which you can then knit a cone in the next row.
The process of creating a pillow with knitting needles (popular patterns + from leftover yarn)
The products that are created in production are standard, they have no soul. But a hand-made pillow will be much more valuable, because it is made with love for loved ones.
The manual knitting method includes several types:
- In a straight line (from the edge loop to the same one, with the stage of transition to the next row).
- Circular (suitable for round, hexagonal and cylinder shaped).
- Diagonal knitting (oblique).
- Knitting of individual parts, which are then connected to each other using a needle and thread.
The most popular types of knitting are garter, Bavarian, stocking, and pearl. If you combine different types of threads, you can get a toy pillow.
Knitting pattern for a colored pillow with cones
Such a beautiful pillow, also simple and also with bumps on the diagonal, and all its charm is in gentle colors that smoothly transform into each other.
If you knit a rectangular pillow, then you need to start from the narrow side.
Please note that the pattern uses double crochet stitches: yarn over, pull out the thread and pull through all 3 loops on the hook at the same time. This pattern looks even more interesting.
In general, I really like this element, we already had other beautiful models with it: a pillow made of squares and a pillow with a diamond pattern, and there will be more diagrams below.
Beautiful square pillow
Take a closer look at this design; at first glance, the pillow does not seem very expressive, but in fact it is wonderful: an openwork pattern with diagonal braids and such a beautiful simple mesh on the sides, framed by “popcorns” - I really like it! If you also take thicker threads and choose a bright color, although a muted one will be beautiful, it all depends on tastes and the interior.
The pillow is knitted from the center in the round, so it will be perfectly square.
The last row is decorated with picot elements.
How to knit pillowcases from napkins
If you want to use an openwork pattern when making a crochet pillowcase for a pillow, you can look for the pattern in a magazine containing master classes on napkins. In this case, the pillow can be square or round. It is also worth noting that the openwork part can only be located on one side. The second one will be connected with simple columns. Or you can prepare two napkins of the required size, sew them together and add a zipper. Make a lining for your pillow in a contrasting color and give the finished product even more originality. However, in this case, experienced craftsmen recommend knitting a pillowcase with monochrome yarn rather than variegated yarn. If a needlewoman really likes the design of a napkin, the shape of which does not suit the existing pillow, the craftsmen advise simply ripping open the old item. Prepare the lining of the desired shape and fill it with filler. And then start crocheting a pillowcase according to the pattern that suits your taste.
How to knit a pillow cover with popcorn elements
Many people have probably seen this beauty on the YouTube channel; the number of views has already exceeded a million. And I also tried to knit, but didn’t finish, because it turned out that the yarn was crucial here, and the one I chose didn’t fit.
This motif was chosen as a pattern, in the center you get a “pineapple” pattern, but then instead of single crochet stitches you need to knit “popcorns”, then you will get such a beautiful voluminous effect.
From Alize yarn (100g/330m), my cover turned out to be too small, so I need quite thick and beautiful threads: perhaps knitted or the same acrylic, but in two or even three folds, in general you need to experiment.
But you can also adapt a small motif by sewing it on top of a fabric cover, as in the photo, which is also beautiful.
And a blanket made from such motifs looks simply gorgeous!
Pondoland pattern for knitting a pillow
An incredibly beautiful floral pattern called Pondoland Square created by designer Jen Tyler.
It can be made in any color and will be gorgeous!
It is suggested to use acrylic; you will need a 50 gram skein of each color. There are a total of 12 tones in this model: four basic and three different shades for each. You will need a hook number 4.
During the knitting process, the fabric will not be even, sometimes convex, sometimes concave, but this is natural due to the complex techniques and relief elements used. At the end of the work, the motif needs to be stretched, secured with pins and sprinkled with water.
Unfortunately, there is no diagram, only a description of the work from the author, it is quite large, so I did not copy it for myself, but left a link where you can look.
Gradient pillow
Fashionable gradient knitting - a smooth transition from one color to another - has become very popular. People create such beautiful things: hats, scarves, and pullovers. So the photo of a pillow I saw on the net hooked me so much that I even knitted the pillow while I was preparing this material.
For a gradient, several colors are used: at least three, but the more tones there are, the better and softer the transition, while in one row two threads of different colors or melange yarn are usually used at once.
When crocheting, this is not necessary; the effect is achieved thanks to the embossed columns, which are knitted in a row below.
And although the pillow diagram is quite detailed, there may be some unclear points, which I will explain.
At the beginning of knitting, the petals in the flower are knitted like this: 1C1H, 12H in the previous row, 1C1H.
The main pattern of the pillow: 1С1Н, 1РС2Н (embossed under the leg of the column of the previous row), 1С1Н according to the type of granny square, i.e. Double crochet stitches need to be crocheted by inserting the crochet hook into the gap between the stitches of the previous row.
You can knit the entire pillow with this pattern without bothering with the “tails”, it will also be beautiful. But let's go further, so that the square turns diagonally, after the 15th row we use the refined patterns located on top.
Now we will knit in single crochet stitches, and in the center of the sides we will gradually add the main pattern with a relief stitch. Thus, the corners will stretch and we will get a more or less even line, and the middle part of the side will turn into a corner.
In the third (last) part, where there is a new numbering from the 1st row, between the corner and the main pattern on the right you need to knit: 2PS1N (half double crochet) and 1S1N, on the left also in a mirror image: 1S1N, 2PSN. At the same time, row from row they shift by one loop due to the appearance of a new main pattern, and the number of RLS will decrease.
My master class in video format is ready.
Features of pillow decor
To make the pillow as beautiful as possible, after knitting it you need to start decorating it. Thanks to the unique decor, the pillow will look even brighter. Additional elements may be:
- Beads of different sizes.
- Small knitted parts that are sewn to the surface. These could be cute flowers or berries.
- Ribbons and lace.
- Textile details.
- Buttons, fringes and pom-poms.
All these elements can be sewn on top in one of the corners of the pillow. Such details look especially nice on children's pillows, because children love everything bright and unusual. For example, the candy pillow is very popular. It has ribbons on the sides, making the cover easy to put on and take off. It is usually placed near the armrest in the living room or on the bed in the children's room.
There is such a variety as pillow toys. The most popular options are:
- Animals and birds - mice, bunnies, seals, owls.
- Flowers - roses, daisies, sunflowers.
- Characters from your favorite cartoons.
- Food elements - ice cream, candy.
Here you need to rely on the child’s tastes and hobbies, and then give him a pleasant surprise. Funny toys fit amazingly into any room interior. Even if the room is restrained, they will become its bright spot.
Understanding how to knit a pillow is not difficult. It is only important to carefully familiarize yourself with the diagram and read its description.
Important! The abundance of knitted decorative elements looks ridiculous, so it is better to dilute fabric bedding with such homemade items.
Geometric pillow
Another colorful, bright pillow with an interesting geometric pattern. The pattern itself is not complicated.
As we can see in the diagram, it consists of simple small squares connected in just two rows.
But then, when tying them around the perimeter, they will somehow connect to each other.
Since the motifs are located in the corners so that some of them extend beyond the large square in the center, a geometric effect is created through the use of different colors.
Step-by-step knitting patterns are given, but I still haven’t figured out how the motifs are connected, I still have to try knitting.
Pillowcases for toy pillows
A new trend in recent times has been the products that we will study in this section. They are interesting pillows designed in the shape of various animals. The interesting thing is that in this case you can take as a basis any idea described earlier. The shape and size of the product can also be safely changed at your own discretion. The same applies to the pattern - the diagram. Crocheting pillowcases for pillows begins with making a square or round base. Which is then “revitalized” with the help of various details, additions, and decorations. Moreover, it is important to note that not only children, but also many adults are delighted with such products. Therefore, if you want to surprise someone in your household, you should try knitting this version of an unusual pillowcase.
However, it is important to take into account the age and preferences of the person to whom the original item will be presented. And also the stylistic direction of the interior. Experienced needlewomen say that it is very difficult to choose a pillow model. After all, you can knit a sofa, floor and even anti-stress one. And if we talk about the design of a planned piece of furniture, then the scope of imagination is completely unlimited. Therefore, you can implement any, even the most daring and original ideas.
Beautiful pattern for a knitted pillow
Some people prefer plain pillows, but for you there is another option for a beautiful model. I like that it is not tied with motifs, but in the form of a large square from the center. There are no difficulties or complex elements.
This pillow is good in pastel colors - pink, blue, white.
Large circles in the diagram indicate the elements “popcorn” or lush columns can be made, in the border there are small round circles - this is a picot of 4 air loops.
Shaped pillowcases
If the knitter is ready to give a new life to an outdated pillow, she can knit an even more interesting product. This option is suitable for creative and creative people, as well as for those who are tired of boring traditional forms. Curly pillowcases can be different. However, the ones that stand out most among them are those that are hexagonal and resemble a starfish. Moreover, they can also be made dense enough so that the lining is not visible. Or, on the contrary, openwork, highlighting the pillowcase in contrast.
Crochet aranami pillows
This model appears to have appeared quite recently. The aran pattern can be knitted not only with knitting needles, but also with crochet, as you can see. Moreover, it’s kind of confusing here, but it’s also more interesting and effective.
This is how it is obtained when knitting with embossed stitches: knit stitches (in the designation a hook with a convex side turned to the right) - insert the hook under the leg of the stitch from front to back; purl (designation with the convex side facing left) - insert the hook from back to front.
Positive aspects and useful tips for crochet
To get started, you also need to stock up not only with patience, but also with a minimum set of necessary materials.
To do this you may need:
- Special yarn for crocheting; Important! For beginners, it is best to choose acrylic yarn rather than worsted yarn.
- Hook number 3 or 4;
- Small sharp scissors;
- Schemes or drawings of the desired product.
When mastering crochet, you should note a few small rules and tricks that will help you save money and properly distribute the work from the very beginning:
- When working on your favorite product using a crochet hook, you can always stop in the middle of the work. This does not risk losing the loop or unraveling the entire product.
- Using a hook, you can always complement the product with new colors, without the risk of losing the completed weaving. You can also take pauses and breaks, which is very necessary for beginners.
- All work must be done at a measured, slow pace. This will give a neat finished product, with the correct number of loops, a smooth surface and edges.
- Having mastered the single crochet stitches, you will be able to knit any of the simplest items for your wardrobe.
- You can always supplement a drawing or diagram “on your own” with any patterns. You can also independently control the density of the item being manufactured by tightening the loops. With time and experience this will become much easier and simpler.
- Do-it-yourself crocheted pillows are best made with a tighter knit. This will allow the product to keep its correct shape and not lose it during use.
- Crocheting uses up a lot more material (yarn) than knitting. However, the result is always much more attractive. The finished item is softer, more delicate and airy.
- You should not combine many elements and patterns in knitting one pillow. Let it be a general ready-made scheme or numerous repetitions of small elements that are connected together.
- Forever refuse any video courses or paid magazines (literature). Most often, there is no useful information for beginners; they only provide complex diagrams or examples of ready-made work that can be found on the Internet.
- The best teachers are older, more experienced knitters, with hands-on practice and free creativity. Having created several decorative items, you can then create on your own without any hints or mistakes.
Square knitted pillow with floral pattern
Again, a square pillow, I assume that you need threads that are not thin, so that the pattern is not small, but large and convex.
The diagram, however, is ugly, drawn by the author by hand, and passed from hand to hand many times)). But you can figure it out, slowly and slowly, from row to row.
Results
You can create decorative crocheted pillows with your own hands easily and simply, just by being patient and getting the necessary equipment. This will allow you to diversify and update the interior of your home, creating extraordinary products of your imagination.
They can not only please you, but also bring additional income to your budget, since ready-made similar works in modern society cost a lot of money. Create in any free time for yourself, receiving only pleasure and positive emotions from it.
Have fun with handicrafts!
Peacock Eye Pillow
This cheerful cover is knitted again with colored threads from motifs, the pattern of which resembles the eyes of a peacock on its feathers.
The motifs are simple, but they are located diagonally to each other, so you will have to knit several halves to form a square from them.
To do this, attach a ruler to the diagram so that it divides it into two equal parts, and knit in rotating rows.
Video on how to knit the Polish Star pattern for a pillow
A beautiful pillow, but you have no idea how easy it is to knit it!
This picture from a magazine with a description in a foreign language has been on my computer for a long time. They just can’t get around to bringing it to life. But the masters have already posted their lessons on YouTube and you can watch a video on how to knit a pattern called “Polish Star”.
A simple pillowcase option
Beginning craftsmen should not immediately take on complex products. It’s better to take an ordinary square pillow of any size and knit a “clothes” for it. And then master the skill on a more complex version. Traditionally, any pillowcase is knitted from the center to the sides. But at the initial stage, of course, you can knit a chain, the number of loops in which is equal to one side of the square. Then, moving in a straight line, that is, with an even fabric (without increases or decreases), knit to the opposite side. And then rise to the same distance. In this case, you can crochet a pillowcase according to any simple pattern or with regular stitches. Thus preparing two parts of the pillowcase. It must be sewn on two sides, and the third must be supplemented with a zipper. So that the product can be washed from time to time.
