Rabbit Cushion in Deramores Studio Chunky - Downloadable PDF

Rabbit Cushion by Amanda Berry in Deramores Studio Chunky

This charming Rabbit Cushion is an intermediate-level knitting pattern designed by Amanda Berry, available as a downloadable PDF. The finished project is a 16 x 16 inch square cushion cover featuring a decorative rabbit motif, making it a delightful handmade home accessory. The pattern is published under the Deramores brand and is worked in a chunky weight yarn, meaning it knits up relatively quickly compared to finer weight projects.

What Is Being Made

The pattern produces a square cushion cover measuring 16 x 16 inches. All pieces are knitted flat, meaning they are worked back and forth on a pair of straight knitting needles rather than in the round. The construction involves knitting separate pieces that are then joined together, making this a great project for knitters who are comfortable with basic finishing techniques.

Techniques Used

As an intermediate-level pattern, the Rabbit Cushion calls upon a range of knitting techniques beyond simple knit and purl. Knitters working through this pattern will use:

• Seaming – joining knitted pieces together neatly to form the finished cushion cover
• Increases – adding stitches to shape the rabbit design or individual pieces
• Decreases – reducing stitches to create shaping throughout the pattern
• Cable cast on – the specified cast-on method used for all pieces, which creates a firm and neat edge
• Pull-through cast off – a specific finishing technique where the yarn tail is threaded onto a darning needle, drawn through the remaining live stitches, pulled off the knitting needle, gathered tightly, and secured; this creates a smooth, gathered finish ideal for shaped sections
• Working flat – all pieces are knitted back and forth on straight needles rather than in the round

Stitches Used

The primary stitch used throughout the pattern is stockinette stitch (also known as stocking stitch), which forms the basis of the tension swatch. The recommended tension is 9.5 stitches x 12 rows over a 10cm x 10cm square in stockinette stitch on 9mm needles. Achieving this tension is important to ensure the finished cushion cover meets the stated 16 x 16 inch dimensions.

Materials: Yarn

The pattern is specifically designed for Deramores Studio Chunky yarn, a chunky/bulky weight yarn. Two colourways are used to create the rabbit design and background:

• Deramores Studio Chunky in Carnation – 4 x 100g skeins (the main colour)
• Deramores Studio Chunky in Frost – 1 x 100g skein (the contrast colour)

The combination of Carnation and Frost gives the cushion a soft, appealing colour contrast that highlights the rabbit motif against the background. Using a chunky weight yarn not only speeds up the knitting process but also gives the finished cushion cover a cosy, substantial texture.

Materials: Needles and Notions

The pattern requires the following tools and notions:

• A pair of 9mm straight knitting needles (US size 13) with a minimum length of 30cm – used for all flat knitting throughout the pattern
• A darning needle – essential for the pull-through cast off technique and for seaming the finished pieces together

Who Is This Pattern Suitable For?

The Rabbit Cushion by Amanda Berry is rated as intermediate in difficulty, making it ideal for knitters who have moved beyond beginner projects and are confident with basic shaping techniques such as increases and decreases, as well as finishing skills like seaming. The chunky yarn weight and relatively straightforward construction make it an accessible and rewarding project, while the rabbit motif adds a creative and decorative challenge. The downloadable PDF format means knitters can access the pattern immediately and print it for use at home.