Colorful Granny Square Pillow
This vibrant granny square pillow is perfect for adding a pop of color to any room. Easy to make, it's great for beginners and a fantastic way to practice your crochet skills. This project results in a cozy and stylish accent piece that's both functional and beautiful.
Colorful Granny Square Pillow
Materials:
- Worsted weight yarn in the following colors: turquoise (200g), coral (200g), light gray (200g), and dark gray (100g).
- Crochet hook size H (5.0 mm).
- Fiberfill stuffing.
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends.
Gauge:
To check gauge, make a small swatch of 12 dc (double crochet) stitches and 6 rows. The swatch should measure approximately 4 inches square. Adjust your hook size if necessary to match the gauge.
Abbreviations:
- ch = chain
- dc = double crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- sp = space
- rnd = round
- rep = repeat
Pillow Instructions:
Make the Base Granny Square:
- With turquoise yarn, make a slip knot and ch 4, then join with a sl st to form a ring.
- Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), work 2 dc into the ring, ch 2, *work 3 dc into the ring, ch 2; repeat from * two more times, join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (You should have 12 dc and 4 ch-2 spaces).
- Rnd 2: Change to coral yarn. Sl st into the first ch-2 sp, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), work 2 dc in the same sp, ch 2, *work 3 dc in the next ch-2 sp, ch 2; repeat from * around, join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (You should have 24 dc and 4 ch-2 spaces).
- Rnd 3: Change to light gray yarn. Sl st into the first ch-2 sp, ch 3, work 2 dc in the same sp, ch 2, *work 3 dc in the next ch-2 sp, ch 2; repeat from * around, join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (You should have 36 dc and 4 ch-2 spaces).
- Rnd 4: Change to dark gray yarn. Sl st into the first ch-2 sp, ch 3, work 2 dc in the same sp, ch 2, *work 3 dc in the next ch-2 sp, ch 2; repeat from * around, join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (You should have 48 dc and 4 ch-2 spaces).
Complete the Square:
- Continue adding rounds in the same manner you just did, alternating colors as desired, until your square measures approximately 20 inches square (or desired size).
- Once you've reached the size, fasten off and weave in the ends with a yarn needle.
Finishing:
- Lay your completed granny square flat. Using a yarn needle, sew the two squares together with your choice of yarn (you can match one of the colors used in the square).
- Leave a small gap to insert your fiberfill stuffing. Stuff the pillow until it's plump and to your desired firmness.
- Once filled, sew the opening closed securely.
Optional: You can add a fun decorative edging, such as a scallop or shell stitch around the pillow for added flair.
Tips:
- Weaving in ends is crucial for a neat finish, so take your time to ensure all tails are hidden.
- Blocking your pillow can help to even out the stitches and shape the pillow perfectly, especially if it has been shaped awkwardly during stuffing.
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