Winter Lace Cushion

Winter Lace Cushion Crochet Pattern by Hannah Cross

What is Being Made

The Winter Lace Cushion is a decorative 30cm (12 inch) square cushion cover created using crochet lace squares. The pattern allows for flexibility in design: crafters can create 9 squares to form a front pillow cover for a single-sided design, or create additional squares to cover both the front and back of the cushion for an all-over lace appearance. The finished cushion pairs beautifully with a standard 30cm square cushion pad.

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level crochet project focuses on lace square motif construction. The pattern demonstrates how simple lace squares can be joined together to create a complex and visually striking final design. The technique involves working individual square motifs that are then assembled to form the complete cushion cover. This modular approach makes the project manageable while producing an elegant finished piece.

Stitches Used

The pattern utilizes fundamental crochet stitches including:

• Chain stitches (ch) - used for creating the foundation and structure of the lace squares
• Slip stitches (ss) - employed for joining rounds and connecting motifs together

These core stitches are combined to create the lace pattern that forms each individual square motif.

Materials and Tools

Yarn: The pattern recommends Drops Baby Alpaca Silk, a luxurious 4-ply weight yarn composed of 30% silk and 70% alpaca. This blend provides a soft, lustrous finish ideal for lace work. Two 50-gram balls (167 meters each) are required to complete the project in white (color code 1101).

Hook: A 2.5mm crochet hook (US size B/1 or C/2) is used to work the yarn. This hook size creates a single square motif measuring 9.5cm (3.25 inches) when worked to the specified tension.

Additional Materials: The project requires scissors, a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and assembling pieces, stitch markers for tracking progress, and a 30cm (12 inch) square cushion pad to insert into the finished cover. A plain cushion cover can also be used as a base if preferred.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate, making it suitable for crocheters with some experience beyond basic techniques. The modular nature of working individual squares makes the project approachable, while the lace construction adds visual complexity and refinement.