Bed Runner and Cushions in King Cole Big Value Tweed DK - 5712 - Downloadable PDF

King Cole Big Value Tweed DK Bed Runner and Cushions – Knitting Pattern 5712

This downloadable PDF from King Cole presents a coordinated set of home accessories: a bed runner and a collection of cushions, all knitted in King Cole Big Value Tweed DK yarn. The pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty and is designed to bring a warm, textured, country-inspired aesthetic to any bedroom. With four numbered designs referenced in the pattern (labelled 1 through 4), the set offers a cohesive yet varied range of pieces that work beautifully together.

About the Designs

The Bed Runner

The bed runner is a long, decorative knitted panel intended to be draped across the foot or length of a bed. It serves both a practical and an aesthetic purpose, adding texture and colour to bedding. Knitted in King Cole Big Value Tweed DK, the tweedy flecked finish of the yarn gives the runner a classic, heritage feel that suits both contemporary and traditional bedroom styles.

The Cushions

The pattern includes multiple cushion designs — referenced as designs 1, 2, 3, and 4 — allowing knitters to create a matching or complementary set. Cushions are knitted flat and finished to cover a cushion pad, making them a practical and decorative addition to any bed or sofa setting. The variety of stitch patterns used across the cushion designs means each piece has its own distinct texture and character, while the shared yarn keeps the overall look unified.

Yarn and Materials

All pieces in this pattern are worked in King Cole Big Value Tweed DK, a double knit (DK) weight yarn. As the name suggests, this yarn is part of King Cole's budget-friendly Big Value range, making it an accessible choice for knitters who want great results without a high yarn cost. The tweed effect — created by flecks of contrasting colour woven through the main shade — adds visual depth and a tactile quality that elevates simple stitch patterns.

• Yarn: King Cole Big Value Tweed DK
• Weight: Double Knit (DK)
• Needles: 4mm knitting needles, or the size required to achieve the correct tension
• Cable needle (CN) required for cable stitch sections

Tension

The stated tension for this pattern is 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10cm (4 inches) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles. Achieving the correct tension is particularly important for the cushion covers, where the finished dimensions need to match the cushion pad size. Knitters are advised to swatch before beginning and to adjust needle size accordingly — moving to a finer needle if fewer stitches than stated are achieved per 10cm, or a larger needle if more stitches are produced.

Stitches and Techniques Used

This pattern draws on a range of classic knitting stitches and techniques, making it a satisfying project for an intermediate knitter looking to practise and combine different methods within a single project set.

Stocking Stitch

The foundation stitch of many knitted fabrics, stocking stitch is formed by knitting on right side rows and purling on wrong side rows. It creates a smooth, flat surface on the right side and is used here as the base tension measurement and likely as a background fabric in sections of the designs.

2x2 Rib

Ribbing is a stretchy, structured stitch pattern created by alternating knit and purl stitches in groups. In 2x2 rib, two knit stitches alternate with two purl stitches across the row. It is commonly used for borders, edges, and bands, providing a neat and elastic finish. The pattern specifies:

• Row 1 (RS): *K2, P2, repeat from * to last 2 stitches, K2
• Row 2 (WS): P2, *K2, P2, repeat from * to end

Garter Stitch (G-St)

Garter stitch is one of the simplest knitting textures, produced by knitting every row. It creates a ridged, reversible fabric with good body and drape. It is often