What you'll need
| One size only: | 16" x 14" |
|---|---|
Red Heart Super Saver Economy Solids 10 Ball Value Pack -
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4 |
Product Description
This simple decorative throw pillow will look lovely in your living room, couch or bedroom. It doesn't matter what yarn color you choose, you can’t go wrong, this pillow will definitely make a statement. It's a perfect gift for housewarming, birthdays, weddings and most especially, Christmas. It will not only be a wonderful gift but also personal since it was made by you. This instant pdf download comes with two crochet pattern HOME and LOVE in big bold fonts. The pdf file includes a pattern chart with counts included (so you don't have to do any counting) and some tips for your project. Finished product size = 16" x 14" but you can make your project bigger or smaller by adding or subtracting rows and stitches around the letters. The only 2 techniques you need to do.... do a single crochet stitch and how to switch yarn colors.
HOME & LOVE Pillow by Anna B. Crochet
What Is Being Made
The HOME & LOVE Pillow is a decorative crochet cushion cover designed to fit a 16" x 16" pillow insert. This project features two separate pillow designs with text-based motifs—one spelling "HOME" and the other spelling "LOVE"—making it an ideal handmade home décor piece or personalized gift. Each design is worked using tapestry crochet techniques to create the lettered patterns.
Crochet Techniques Used
This pattern employs tapestry crochet, a technique that allows crafters to incorporate multiple colors and create detailed graphical designs within a single fabric. The pattern uses a chart-based approach where each square represents a single crochet stitch, making it easy to follow the color changes and pattern progression. The designer provides clear directional guidance, with shaded horizontal lines indicating the right side (front) of the work and plain white lines representing the wrong side (back), helping crafters maintain proper stitch orientation throughout the project.
Stitches Used
The primary stitch used in this pattern is single crochet, which forms the foundation of the tapestry crochet technique. Single crochet stitches create a dense, sturdy fabric ideal for decorative pillows and ensure that color changes are clearly visible and well-defined. The pattern emphasizes the importance of maintaining accurate stitch count to ensure the design remains properly proportioned and aligned.
Materials Required
- Yarn: Medium weight (Aran/4 weight) yarn in multiple colors. The designer used Red Heart Super Saver yarns, specifically Ombre Scuba and Solid Pool for the HOME design, and More Jazzy and Solid Hot Red for the LOVE design. Any medium 4 weight yarn in coordinating colors is suitable for this project.
- Crochet Hook: Size I/9 (5.50 mm)
- Additional Materials: A yarn needle for weaving in ends and a 16" x 16" pillow insert to complete the finished cushion
Skill Level
This pattern is rated as beginner friendly, making it an excellent choice for those new to crochet or those looking to develop their tapestry crochet skills. The straightforward single crochet stitch combined with a clear chart system makes the pattern accessible while still producing a professional-looking finished project.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Pages: | 9 |
| Designer: | Anna B. Crochet |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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