Nadelkissen „ Muffins“ in Schachenmayr Micro - Downloadable PDF

Nadelkissen „Muffins" – Free Crochet Pincushion Pattern in Schachenmayr Micro

This free downloadable PDF pattern from Schachenmayr guides you through creating a set of charming muffin-shaped pincushions (Nadelkissen „Muffins") — a delightful and practical decorative accessory for any sewing or crafting space. Each pincushion measures approximately 7 cm in diameter and 7 cm in height, making them a perfectly compact and gift-worthy project. The design mimics the look of real muffins, complete with a rounded "top" and a ribbed "wrapper" base, worked in cheerful colorways that bring personality to your craft table.

Design Variations and Colorways

The pattern includes three distinct muffin colorways, each with its own stripe color sequence to create a unique look while using the same construction method.

Muffin in Rosè

This variation uses a pretty pink-toned stripe sequence worked in rounds. The color progression is as follows:

• 2 rounds in Orchidee
• 2 rounds in Weiß (White)
• 2 rounds in Orchidee
• 2 rounds in Weiß
• 2 rounds in Orchidee
• 2 rounds in Weiß
• Remaining rounds worked in Sonne (Sunshine yellow)

The alternating Orchidee and Weiß stripes create a delicate, candy-striped effect on the muffin top, while the Sonne base adds a warm, sunny contrast.

Muffin in Hellblau

This is the simplest of the three colorways, worked entirely in a single color for a clean, understated look:

• All rounds worked in Hellblau (Light Blue)

This solid-color version is ideal for beginners or for those who prefer a more minimalist aesthetic. The texture of the ribbed brim and the shaped top still provide plenty of visual interest without the need for color changes.

Muffin in Grün

The green colorway offers a fresh, nature-inspired palette with a more complex stripe sequence:

• 6 rounds in Lindgrün (Lime Green)
• 2 rounds in Sonne
• 2 rounds in Weiß
• 2 rounds in Sonne
• Remaining rounds in Weiß

The longer Lindgrün section at the base gives this muffin a bold, vibrant foundation, while the alternating Sonne and Weiß accents add a cheerful, layered finish reminiscent of a frosted cupcake.

Construction and Techniques

Although listed as a crochet project in the product attributes, the PDF instructions describe a knitting technique worked in the round on a set of double-pointed needles (Nadelspiel). This is a small, manageable project well-suited to knitters of all experience levels who enjoy working in the round with color changes.

Getting Started

The pincushion is begun by casting on 12 stitches in Schachenmayr Micro in Weiß — 3 stitches per needle across a set of double-pointed needles. From this small starting point, the work is shaped outward through a series of evenly distributed increases.

Shaping the Muffin Top

• Increases are worked 4 times, every 2nd round, adding 6 stitches evenly distributed each time, bringing the total to 36 stitches.
• One round of purl stitches (linke Maschen) is then worked to create a turning ridge, which defines the edge between