Product Description
Easy to follow, both written and graphic crochet pattern with pictures to make this beautiful pillow cover with map of North America in Montessori color.
Pillow cover consists of two squares, one with map and one with continent name, both made using single crochet stitch throughout.
Squares are worked down top in rows. Intarsia and fair isle crochet techniques are involved.
Make both squares using written pattern or graphic pattern, that show number of stitches in each color. Next either join them on all four sides or alternatively make a tied opening (picture explanation).
North America Montessori Pillow Crochet Pattern
What is Being Made
The North America Montessori Pillow is a decorative 35x35cm (14"x14") cushion cover designed by Pukapuka. This project features a North America map rendered in Montessori color scheme, making it both an educational and aesthetic home décor piece. The pillow cover consists of two crocheted squares: one displaying the North America map and the other featuring the continent name, both worked in single crochet stitch throughout.
Crochet Techniques and Construction
This intermediate-level crochet project uses fundamental techniques suitable for crafters with basic crochet experience. The pillow cover is constructed by creating two separate squares that are later assembled. Each square is worked flat in rows from top to bottom, with every row containing exactly 75 single crochet stitches. The pattern uses a chain-1 turning stitch at the end of each row, which does not count as an active stitch in the subsequent row. This construction method creates a structured, even fabric suitable for displaying the map design clearly.
Stitches Used
- Single crochet (sc): The primary stitch used throughout both squares, creating a dense, stable fabric ideal for displaying detailed colorwork
- Chain stitch (ch): Used for turning rows and foundational stitches
- Slip stitch (slst): Used for joining and finishing edges
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The pattern calls for a 3mm (USD-3) crochet hook and two different 100% cotton yarns, both in sport weight (5ply), which creates a lightweight yet durable fabric perfect for a decorative pillow cover.
- Yarn A: Katia Funny Rainbow 104 in sport weight. Approximately 50g (1.8oz) is needed for this project. One full skein contains 630m (688yds) in a 150g (5.3oz) weight.
- Yarn B: Drops Safran orange 28 in 5ply/sport weight. Approximately 100g (3.5oz) is needed for this project. One full skein contains 160m (175yds) in a 50g (1.8oz) weight.
Additional supplies include scissors, a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and assembling the squares, and a 35x35cm (14"x14") cushion pad to insert inside the finished cover.
Gauge and Finished Dimensions
The pattern specifies a gauge of 20 stitches and 25 rows over 10cm (4 inches) in single crochet. The finished pillow cover measures 35x35cm (14"x14"), designed to fit a standard cushion pad of the same dimensions. Achieving the correct gauge is important for ensuring the pillow cover fits properly over the cushion pad and displays the map design at the intended scale.
Pattern Format
The North America Montessori Pillow pattern is available as a downloadable PDF document. The pattern includes both written instructions and may include graphical representations to guide crafters through the colorwork sections. Yarn substitution is supported through reference to yarnsub.com for crafters seeking alternative yarn options.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 6 Ply, Sport |
| Pages: | 8 |
| Designer: | Pukapuka |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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