Put Your Feet Up Floor Cushion - Free Crochet Pattern For Home in Paintbox Yarns Recycled Ribbon

Put Your Feet Up Floor Cushion – Free Crochet Pattern Overview

This intermediate-level crochet pattern from Paintbox Yarns guides you through creating a large, stylish floor cushion measuring 60 cm (23¾ in) wide, 60 cm (23¾ in) long, and 15 cm (5 in) deep. Designed for home décor, this generously sized floor cushion is perfect as a footrest, extra seating, or a cosy accent piece in any living space. The pattern is available as a free downloadable PDF, making it an accessible project for crocheters looking to expand their skills into home furnishings.

Design and Construction

The floor cushion features a bold stranded colourwork design worked across its surface, giving it a striking graphic appearance. The construction method is worked flat and then seamed together to form the three-dimensional cushion shape. This combination of techniques means the crocheter works the panels in rows before assembling them into the finished cube-like form.

The cover is fastened with 2 to 5 duffel-style buttons, which add a charming, tactile detail while also making it practical — the cover can be removed for cleaning or the cushion insert can be swapped out over time. This button closure is a thoughtful design feature that elevates the finished piece beyond a simple crochet square.

Colourwork and Stranded Technique

One of the most distinctive elements of this pattern is its use of stranded crochet, a technique in which two or more yarn colours are carried across a row, with the non-working colour held behind the fabric while the active colour creates the stitch. This produces a dense, structured fabric that is ideal for a floor cushion that needs to hold its shape and withstand regular use. The stranded technique requires the crocheter to manage multiple yarn colours simultaneously, which is why this pattern is rated as intermediate in difficulty.

The colourwork uses a three-colour palette:

• Colour A – Off White (4 × 250g balls)
• Colour B – Black (3 × 250g balls)
• Colour C – Green (1 × 250g ball)

The high contrast between Off White and Black creates a bold, graphic pattern, while the Green accent adds a pop of colour that keeps the design fresh and contemporary. The quantities listed reflect the scale of the project — a total of 8 balls of Paintbox Yarns Recycled Ribbon are required across all three shades.

Materials Used

Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Recycled Ribbon

Paintbox Yarns Recycled Ribbon is a super chunky weight yarn that works up quickly and produces a thick, substantial fabric — exactly what is needed for a floor cushion that must be durable and supportive. As the name suggests, this yarn is made from recycled materials, making this project an environmentally conscious choice for the eco-minded crafter. The ribbon construction of the yarn gives the finished fabric a slightly flat, woven texture that is smooth to the touch and visually interesting up close.

Because of the yarn's super chunky weight, the finished cushion has excellent body and structure without requiring any stiffening or additional interfacing. Paintbox Yarns notes that yarn quantities are approximate and are based on average requirements, and that using any yarn other than the recommended Paintbox Yarns Recycled Ribbon may affect the finished measurements.

Hook: 8mm Crochet Hook

The pattern calls for an 8mm crochet hook, listed as UK size 0 or US size L/11. This large hook size is appropriate for super chunky yarn and helps produce an open, even fabric at the correct tension.

Tension (Gauge)

The stated tension is 9 stitches and 9 rows over a standard measured swatch. Achieving the correct tension is especially important for this project, as the cushion panels must match specific dimensions to assemble correctly into the finished 60 × 60 × 15 cm form. Crocheters are encouraged to work a tension swatch before beginning and to adjust their hook size if necessary.

Techniques and Stitches