Lennox Pillowcase in Berroco Vintage Baby - Downloadable PDF

Lennox Pillowcase in Berroco Vintage Baby

Project Overview

The Lennox Pillowcase is an intermediate-level knitting project designed by Mel Kennelly. This downloadable PDF pattern provides instructions for creating a finished square cushion cover measuring approximately 18 inches by 18 inches (45.5 cm x 45.5 cm). The project is ideal for knitters seeking a decorative home accent piece that combines colorwork and classic knitting techniques.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a knitted pillowcase suitable for use with an 18-inch square knife-edge pillow form or polyester stuffing. The finished piece serves as a decorative cushion cover that can be used on sofas, chairs, or beds. The square dimensions and structured construction make it a versatile home décor element.

Yarn and Materials

The Lennox Pillowcase is worked in Berroco Vintage Baby, a DK weight yarn. The pattern calls for:

• 5 balls of Berroco Vintage Baby #10084 Twilight (Main Color)
• 1 ball of Berroco Vintage Baby #10024 New Leaf (Contrast Color)
• A 24-inch circular needle in size 6 (4 mm), though any circular needle longer than 16 inches will work
• A tapestry needle for finishing
• An 18-inch square knife-edge pillow form or polyester stuffing for completion

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

The Lennox Pillowcase employs colorwork knitting through the use of two yarn colors—a primary color in Twilight and an accent color in New Leaf. The pattern incorporates stockinette stitch (St st) as a foundational stitch, which creates a smooth, classic fabric surface. Additionally, the pattern includes a Pattern Stitch section that likely incorporates the contrast color for visual interest and design definition.

The project is worked on circular needles, a common method for knitting flat pieces while maintaining even tension. This needle choice allows for flexible construction and helps prevent the curling edges that can occur with stockinette stitch when worked on straight needles.

Gauge and Construction Notes

Accurate gauge is essential for this project. The pattern specifies:

• 23 stitches and 28 rows equal 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• 23 stitches and 48 rows equal 4 inches (10 cm) in Pattern Stitch

Gauge is measured after blocking, which means the finished knitted fabric should be wet-blocked to relax the fibers and achieve accurate dimensions before assembly. Taking time to check gauge before beginning ensures that the finished pillowcase will meet the intended 18-inch square measurement and fit properly with a standard pillow form.

Skill Level

Rated as Intermediate, this pattern is suitable for knitters with foundational skills in basic stitches and colorwork techniques. The combination of stockinette stitch, pattern stitch work, and color changes makes this an engaging project for advancing knitters.