Nautical Stripe Crochet Pillows in Bernat Maker Outdoor Stripes - Downloadable PDF

Nautical Stripe Crochet Pillows in Bernat Maker Outdoor Stripes

What is Being Made

These are handmade crochet cushion covers designed to fit a 16-inch square pillow form. The project creates decorative throw pillows featuring nautical-inspired striped patterns, perfect for adding coastal charm to home décor. Each finished pillow measures approximately 16 inches [40.5 cm] square and is embellished with four decorative buttons for added visual interest and texture.

Crochet Techniques Used

This beginner-friendly crochet project employs fundamental techniques suitable for crafters new to the craft. The pillow is constructed by working in rounds, with a unique construction method where the work is turned at the end of each round to alternate between right-side and wrong-side rows. This turning technique creates a straight seam, which is essential for achieving professional-looking, properly aligned edges on the finished cushion cover. The pattern uses basic crochet fundamentals that build foundational skills while producing an attractive finished item.

Stitches Used

The pattern utilizes essential crochet stitches that are ideal for beginners:

• Chain stitch (ch): Used to create the foundation of the project, starting with 72 chains that are joined into a ring
• Single crochet (sc): A fundamental stitch that creates a tight, dense fabric suitable for pillow covers
• Half double crochet (hdc): Provides a slightly more open texture while maintaining structure
• Slip stitch (sl st): Used to join rounds and create seamless transitions in the circular construction

Materials and Tools

The project is worked with Bernat Maker Outdoor yarn, a chunky-weight yarn available in multiple colorway options. Crafters can choose between solid Beach Red (99006) or the striped varieties: Fresh Red Stripe (96006) or Fresh Navy Stripe (96015). Each color option requires 2 balls of yarn, with each ball containing 8.8 ounces (250 grams) and 249 yards (228 meters) of yardage. The chunky weight yarn works up quickly, making this an efficient project.

A Size U.S. L/11 (8 mm) crochet hook is used to work with the yarn at the correct gauge, or a hook size adjusted as needed to obtain the specified gauge of 9 stitches and 6 rows equaling 4 inches [10 cm] in pattern. Additional supplies include a 16-inch [40.5 cm] square pillow form to insert into the finished cover and 4 decorative buttons, each 1 inch [2.5 cm] in diameter, to embellish the completed pillow.

Project Overview

This downloadable PDF pattern from Bernat and Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores is offered as a free resource for crafters. The beginner difficulty level makes it accessible to those just starting their crochet journey, while the finished result is a professional-looking home décor item. The use of chunky-weight yarn and a larger hook size means the project works up relatively quickly, providing satisfying progress and a completed cushion that can be enjoyed promptly.