Beginner’s Crochet Pillow Free Pattern

About the Project

• Skill Level: Very easy, beginner-friendly
• Crochet Terminology: US

Measurements and Materials Needed

• Suggested Yarn: Patons North America Alpaca Blend
• Yarn Measurement: Bulky (7 wpi)
• Gauge: 13 stitches and 6 rows = 10 cm in stitch combination
• Hook Size: 5.0 mm (H)
• Yardage: 874 yards (799 m)
• Sizes Available: One-size, adjustable
• Crochet Terminology: US

• Size:
  • Finished Pillow Cover: 17″ x 17″
  • Fits over a 16″ x 16″ pillow insert or can use pillow stuffing
• Gauge: 4” x 4” = 13 stitches and 12 rows following the pattern

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• st = stitch
• sc = single crochet
• dc = double crochet
• sts = stitches

Pattern Notes:

• Always start a row in the first stitch attached to the chain
• Chain 1 does not count as a stitch
• All rows have the same number of stitches (56)
• Front and back panels are identical
• Number of starting chains determines width (in multiples of 2 + 1 for odd numbers)
• Number of rows determines height; adjust as needed

Simple Crochet Pillow Instructions

Foundation/Chain Row

• Action: Chain 57.

Row 1

• Action:
  • In the second chain from the hook, make a single crochet (sc).
  • In the next chain, make a double crochet (dc).
  • Continue alternating: sc in the next chain, dc in the next chain.
  • Repeat from to across the entire row (56 stitches).
  • Finish: Chain 1 and turn.

Row 2

• Action:
  • Sc in the first stitch (top of the last dc from Row 1).
  • Dc in the next stitch (top of the sc from Row 1).
  • Continue alternating: sc in the next stitch, dc in the next stitch.
  • Repeat from to across the entire row (56 stitches).
  • Finish: Chain 1 and turn.

Row 3 and Onward

• Action:
  • Repeat Row 2 until the pillow height measures 17” (approximately 49 rows).
• Note: Fasten off and weave in loose ends.

Making the Second Panel

• Action:
  • Make a note of the number of rows completed for the first panel.
  • Repeat instructions to create a second pillow panel.

Pillow Assembly: Positioning the Panels

• Action:
  • Place one panel directly on top of the other (either side facing up).
  • Align the chain rows at the bottom and ensure the stitches line up perfectly.

Attaching Yarn

• Action:
  • Attach a new strand of yarn to the bottom right corner stitch using a slip stitch (sl st).
  • Insert hook from the top through both panels, pull yarn through, and sl st.

Starting the Single Crochet Seam

• Action:
  • Sc through both panels into the same corner stitch (the stitch with the sl st attached).

Working Up the Side

• Action:
  • Insert your hook into the first gap space (between the end of the row and the first stitch) of both panels.
  • Pull yarn through and sc.

Continue Up the Side

• Action:
  • Continue to sc into each gap space up the side.
  • At the corner, sc 3 times into the corner stitch.

Sc Across the Top

• Action:
  • Sc across the top of the pillow.
  • At the corner, sc 3 times into the corner stitch.

Sc Down the Side

• Action:
  • Sc into each gap space down the side.
  • At the corner, sc 3 times into the corner stitch.

Inserting the Pillow

• Action:
  • If using a pillow insert, place it into the pillow cover and sc across the bottom.
  • If using pillow stuffing, sc about halfway across the bottom, fill with stuffing, and sc the rest of the way.

Finishing Up

• Action:
  • When back at the first corner (where yarn was attached with a sl st), sc into the corner stitch.
  • Sl st into the first sc made to join.
  • Fasten off and weave in loose ends.

Final Note

Now you have a beautiful new pillow! Enjoy your creation and the process of crocheting!

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