Decorated Cushions in Hayfield Bonus DK - 10263 - Downloadable PDF

Decorated Cushions in Hayfield Bonus DK

What is Being Made

This downloadable knitting pattern features two decorative cushion designs created using Hayfield Bonus DK yarn. The collection includes a Basket Weave Cushion measuring 45 cm (17¾") square and an Oats Cushion measuring 40 cm (15¾") wide by 30 cm (11¾") in length. Both cushions are finished with button closures and decorative tassels, making them stylish home accessories suitable for intermediate knitters.

Techniques Used

The pattern employs several key knitting techniques to create visual interest and structure. Basket Weave patterning is featured on the primary cushion design, creating a textured, woven appearance. Oat panel construction is used for the second cushion variant, adding dimensional detail. Both designs incorporate increases worked into the knit fabric during construction. Tassel making and attachment is demonstrated, with instructions to create four tassels and secure them to each corner of the cushion for a finished, decorative touch. The pattern also includes button band finishing to create functional closures.

Stitches Used

• Stocking Stitch – the foundational stitch worked at 22 stitches and 28 rows over 10 cm (4") on 4mm needles
• Basket Weave Pattern – a textured stitch pattern achieving 32 stitches and 28 rows over 10 cm (4") on 4mm needles
• Oat Panel – a specialized stitch pattern worked at 13 stitches and 28 rows over 10 cm (4") on 3¼mm needles
• Purl stitches – used in increases and pattern work throughout
• Increases – incorporated into rows to shape the cushion pieces

Materials and Needles

The Basket Weave Cushion requires 3 balls of Hayfield Bonus DK in shade 993 Aran, while the Oats Cushion requires 2 balls of Hayfield Bonus DK in shade 588 Mauve Marl. Hayfield Bonus DK is a standard double knitting weight yarn at 100g per ball. Knitting needles required include 1 pair of 4mm (UK size 8 / USA size 6) needles for main fabric construction and 1 pair of 3¼mm (UK size 10 / USA size 3) needles for finer stitch panels. A cable needle is also needed. Each cushion is finished with 3 buttons in Sirdar Elegant Button style, reference code B5611-0904, creating a practical and decorative closure system.