Pin Stripe Cushion in Deramores Studio DK Acrylic - Downloadable PDF

Pin Stripe Cushion in Deramores Studio DK Acrylic

Project Overview

This is a beginner-level knitted cushion cover designed by Sarah Murray, a freelance knitting and crochet designer based in Cornwall. The finished cushion measures 40cm x 40cm and features a classic pin stripe pattern created using two contrasting yarn colors. This downloadable PDF pattern is ideal for knitters new to the craft who want to create a decorative home accessory with straightforward techniques.

What is Being Made

The Pin Stripe Cushion is a square knitted cushion cover that combines two yarn colors to create a striped visual effect. The finished piece is designed to fit a standard 40cm x 40cm cushion pad (sold separately). This project produces a functional yet decorative textile suitable for sofas, chairs, or beds, making it an excellent introduction to color work and basic knitting construction for beginners.

Techniques and Stitches Used

The primary stitch used in this pattern is moss stitch, a fundamental textured stitch that creates a bumpy, woven appearance. Moss stitch is created by alternating knit and purl stitches in a regular pattern, making it an excellent technique for beginners to master. The pin stripe effect is achieved through color work, where two different yarn colors are worked in alternating stripes to create visual interest and contrast without requiring complex techniques like Fair Isle or intarsia.

Yarns and Materials

• Deramores Studio DK Acrylic Yarn – a worsted weight acrylic yarn available in multiple colors
• Yarn A (Sky) – 2 x 100g balls for the primary stripe color
• Yarn B (Frost) – 1 x 100g ball for the contrasting stripe color
• 3.75mm knitting needles (or appropriate size to achieve correct tension)
• 40cm x 40cm cushion pad – required to complete the finished project

Tension and Sizing

The pattern specifies a tension of 19.5 stitches x 36 rows to measure 10cm x 10cm when working moss stitch on 3.75mm needles. Achieving the correct tension is essential for the cushion cover to fit properly over the 40cm x 40cm pad. Knitters should knit a tension swatch before beginning the main project to ensure their needle size and technique produce the required gauge.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as beginner level, making it suitable for knitters who are new to the craft or returning after a break. The straightforward moss stitch and simple color-striping technique require only basic knitting knowledge, while the project provides valuable practice in maintaining consistent tension and managing multiple yarn colors.