Very EZ Eye Pillow for any yarn and needle size

Very EZ Eye Pillow

What is Being Made

The Very EZ Eye Pillow is a knitted cushion designed by knitvana for relaxation and therapeutic use. This eye pillow measures 4 inches in width and 10.5 inches in length, though the pattern allows customization for shorter or longer dimensions based on personal preference. The finished pillow is filled with organic rice or beans in a cotton bag, then placed inside the knitted case. The pillow can be heated in a microwave oven to provide soothing warmth for relaxation.

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting project uses fundamental knitting techniques accessible to crafters with basic experience. The primary construction method involves casting on stitches and working in a flat piece that is later seamed together. The pattern employs a gauge measurement technique where you knit a swatch and measure 10 stitches in the middle to determine the correct number of stitches needed for your specific yarn and needle combination. This flexible approach allows knitters to work with any yarn weight and needle size by calculating the appropriate stitch count based on their individual gauge.

Stitches Used

• Cast On: Foundation row begins with 12 stitches
• Knit Stitch (K): Basic knit stitch used throughout the pattern
• Purl Stitch (P): Basic purl stitch used throughout the pattern
• Ribbed Pattern: Rows 1 and 3 work (1K, 1P) alternating across; Rows 2 and 4 work (1P, 1K) alternating across, creating a classic 1x1 rib texture
• Seaming: Pieces are sewn together to form the finished pillow case

Materials

The Very EZ Eye Pillow pattern accommodates any soft yarn, making it an excellent project for using yarn leftovers. Suitable yarn options include cotton yarn, Bernat Organic yarn, or Bernat Bamboo yarn. Needles of any size can be used, with the pattern providing instructions for calculating the correct stitch count based on your chosen needle size and yarn weight. Additional materials needed include a cotton bag for the filling, organic rice or beans for the pillow interior, and thread for seaming the knitted pieces together.