Moss Stitch Heart Cushion Cover

Moss Stitch Heart Cushion Cover by Sleake Knits

What Is Being Made

This is a downloadable knitting pattern for a decorative cushion cover measuring 35cm x 35cm (14 inches x 14 inches). The cover features a charming heart motif as its focal point and is designed as a quick knit project suitable for intermediate knitters. The pattern is versatile enough to coordinate with other designs in the Sleake Knits collection, such as the Moss Stitch Baby Blanket pattern, making it ideal for creating coordinated home décor sets.

Techniques Used

This cushion cover employs three distinct knitting techniques across different sections of the design. The borders are worked using garter stitch, which creates a textured, ridged edge that frames the piece. The heart motif is created using moss stitch (also known as seed stitch), a classic textured stitch that produces a bumpy, woven appearance perfect for creating visual interest and definition in the heart design. The main body and back of the cushion cover are knitted in stocking stitch (also called stockinette stitch), which produces the smooth, classic knit fabric commonly seen in finished garments and home goods.

Stitches Used

• Garter Stitch: Created by knitting every row, this stitch forms the borders and provides a sturdy, textured frame
• Moss Stitch (Seed Stitch): Used for the heart motif to create dimensional texture and visual contrast
• Stocking Stitch (Stockinette Stitch): Forms the main body and back sections for a smooth, refined finish

Materials and Yarn Specifications

This pattern is designed for super chunky (extra bulky) weight yarn, which contributes to the quick-knit nature of the project. The pattern calls for approximately 200g of main colour yarn (174 yards/160 meters) and 25g of contrast colour yarn (22 yards/20 meters). The designer used Stylecraft Life Super Chunky yarn, which is a practical blend of 75% acrylic and 25% wool, offering approximately 80 meters (87 yards) per 100g ball. Suggested colour shades include Lakeland and Cream for a soft, neutral aesthetic. Knitters may substitute any wool or wool-mix yarn in the super chunky weight category, provided they achieve the appropriate gauge. The pattern also requires appropriate needles sized for super chunky yarn (specific needle size recommendations are included in the full pattern details). Yarn amounts provided are based on average pattern requirements and are approximate, so knitters should have additional yarn on hand to account for individual gauge variations.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters who have mastered basic stitches and are ready to work with stitch variations and pattern reading. The combination of garter stitch, moss stitch, and stockinette stitch provides good practice in switching between techniques while remaining manageable for experienced beginners.