Throw & Cushions in King Cole Chunky and DK - 4413 - Downloadable PDF

King Cole Throw & Cushions Knitting Pattern 4413 – Chunky and DK Versions

Pattern 4413 from King Cole is a downloadable PDF knitting pattern featuring a cosy throw and matching cushions, each available in two yarn weight variations: King Cole Chunky and King Cole DK (double knit). This makes the pattern exceptionally versatile, allowing knitters to choose between a thicker, faster-to-knit chunky version or a finer, more detailed DK version depending on their preference and intended use. Both versions produce beautiful, textured home accessories that are perfect for adding warmth and handmade charm to any living space. The pattern is rated as beginner level, making it an ideal project for those who are new to knitting or looking for a relaxed, enjoyable make.

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About the Throw

The throw is the centrepiece of this pattern collection. Worked in a distinctive diamond motif construction, the throw is built up from individual diamond-shaped panels that are joined as the work progresses, creating an intricate-looking yet beginner-friendly geometric design. This modular or interlocking approach to construction is a clever technique that breaks the project into manageable sections rather than requiring the knitter to work one enormous piece from start to finish.

Construction Technique

The diamond panels are worked sequentially, with each new diamond picking up stitches from the edge of the previous one. The pattern notes specify that on the last row of each diamond, the knitter picks up and knits stitches along the upper edge of the previous diamond — for example, picking up 20 stitches from the adjoining panel and casting on additional stitches to begin the next section. This join-as-you-go method keeps the work neat and avoids the need for extensive seaming at the end.

Stitches and Techniques Used in the Throw

• Knit (K) – the foundational stitch used throughout
• Purl (P) – used to create texture and contrast within the diamond panels
• K2tog (knit two together) – a right-leaning decrease used to shape the diamond points
• K2tog tbl (knit two together through the back loop) – a left-leaning decrease for symmetrical shaping
• Sl1k (slip next stitch knitwise) – used in conjunction with decrease techniques
• Sl1p (slip next stitch purlwise) – used for neat edges and decorative slip-stitch effects
• Sl2tog (slip two stitches together knitwise) – a double slip used before a central decrease
• Psso (pass slipped stitch over) – combined with slipped stitches to form a centred or directional decrease
• P2sso (pass two slipped stitches over) – a double decrease technique for sharper shaping at diamond points
• m1 (make one) – an increase stitch referenced in the pattern for shaping
• Picking up and knitting stitches along the edge of completed diamonds to join new sections
• Cast on of additional stitches mid-construction to begin new diamond panels

Right Side and Wrong Side Working

The pattern distinguishes between RS (right side) and WS (wrong side) rows, as well as alternate (alt) rows, indicating that the throw involves flat knitting worked back and forth in rows rather than in the round. Careful attention to which side is facing ensures the geometric diamond pattern reads cleanly on the finished fabric.

About the Cushions

The pattern also includes instructions for knitted cushions that coordinate with the throw. Like the throw, the cushions are available in both the Chunky and DK yarn weight versions, allowing for a perfectly matched set or a deliberate mix of textures. The cushion designs echo the geometric aesthetic of the throw, making them ideal companion pieces for a cohesive handmade home décor collection.

Stitches and Techniques Used in the Cushions