Product Description
Hoots and Nanny Pillow Art
Even little owls need loving care. Luckily for these little Hoots, Nanny keeps a sharp eye on their shenanigans.
This whimsical pillow will brighten your day. Just one glance and you can’t help but smile. It’s also the perfect opportunity to use up remnant yarn and create a work of art in the process. Create as is, or choose the colors you love. Pillow shown is 14 x 14" (35.5 x 35.5) but can be made in any size you choose. Simply adjust length of tree limbs and add more or less owls. Let your creativity flow. Pattern written in inches and cm.
Degree of Difficulty Easy
Pillow pictured was crocheted with: Front: Nature’s Choice Organic Cotton #158 Mustard. Back: Nature’s Choice Organic Cotton #170 Pistachio. Tree: Cascade Pima / Tencel #8503 Rust Owls: Remnants of Cascade Pima Tencel, Rowen Lenpur Linen, Cascade Cotton Rich. Leaves: Naturally Caron Country #0012 Foliage
Materials Bulky weight yarn in golden yellow, medium
Hoots & Nanny Crochet Pillow Cushion
What Is Being Made
Hoots & Nanny is a whimsical decorative pillow cushion designed as part of the Pillow Art® Collection by Patty Davis Designs. This charming project features a playful scene of little owls and their caretaker, Nanny, creating a delightful focal point for any room. The pillow shown measures 14 x 14 inches (35.5 x 35.5 centimeters), though crafters can customize the size to suit their preferences by adjusting the length of tree limbs and adding more or fewer owls to the design.
Difficulty Level and Project Overview
Rated as an easy to intermediate crochet project, Hoots & Nanny is accessible to crafters with basic to moderate crochet experience. This is an excellent opportunity to use up remnant yarn while creating a finished work of art. The design encourages creative color choices, allowing makers to work with their preferred yarn colors rather than following a strict palette.
Crochet Techniques Used
- Crocheting separate front, back, and embellishment pieces
- Attaching pieces together to form the complete pillow design
- Adjusting stitch counts based on individual gauge
- Customizing dimensions by modifying tree limb length and owl quantity
Stitches and Construction Methods
The pattern utilizes fundamental crochet stitches appropriate for worsted-weight yarn. Crafters work the front and back panels separately before joining them together, with embellishment pieces added to complete the design. The construction method allows for flexibility in sizing and personalization throughout the project.
Materials and Tools
Yarn: Approximately 185 yards of bulky or medium worsted-weight yarn in golden yellow or yarn color of your choice. Worsted-weight yarn is ideal for creating defined stitches and a sturdy fabric suitable for pillow construction.
Tools: A 5.0mm crochet hook (or appropriate size to achieve your personal gauge) is recommended for this project. Gauge adjustment ensures proper fit and finished dimensions.
Design Features
This downloadable PDF pattern offers a charming, smile-inducing design that celebrates the relationship between the protective Nanny and her mischievous little Hoots. The flexibility to adjust colors, size, and composition makes each finished pillow unique to the crafter's vision and available materials.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Designer: | Patty Davis Designs |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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