Free Bernat Bobble and Fringe Crochet Pillow Pattern

Materials Needed & Measurements:

• Yarn: Bernat yarn (to match gauge)
• Hook: Size to achieve 7 sc and 8 rows = 4″ [10 cm]
• Pillow form: 20″ [51 cm] square
• Other Things Needed: Scissors, yarn needle, measuring tape
• Finished Pattern Size: 20″ [51 cm] square

Abbreviations Used:

• Ch = Chain(s)
• RS = Right side
• Sc = Single crochet
• Sl st = Slip stitch
• St(s) = Stitch(es)
• Tr = Treble crochet
• Rep = Repeat
• BLO = Back loops only

Stitching Instructions for Making the Bernat Bobble and Fringe Crochet Pillow Pattern:

Pillow Front

• Foundation Chain:
  • Ch 36.
  • Note: This forms the width of the pillow.
• Row 1 (RS):
  • Turn the work to the right side (RS).
  • 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook.
  • 1 sc in each ch across the row.
  • Turn the work.
  • (Total 35 sc).
• Row 2:
  • Ch 1 (to start the next row).
  • 1 sc in the first st.
  • 1 tr in the next st, 1 sc in the next st.
  • Repeat * to end of the row.
  • Turn the work.
  • This row creates the bobble texture using the tr sts (treble crochet).
• Row 3:
  • Ch 1.
  • 1 sc in each st across the row.
  • Turn the work.
  • This row returns to simple sc stitches, setting the foundation for the next bobble row.
• Rows 4 and 5:
  • Row 4: Rep Row 2 (alternate between tr and sc stitches).
  • Row 5: Rep Row 3 (all sc stitches).
• Row 6:
  • Ch 1.
  • 1 sc in the first st.
  • 1 tr in the next st, 1 sc in the next st.
  • Rep from * to end of the row.
  • Turn the work.
  • This row adds more texture with bobbles created by the tr stitches.
• Rows 7-17:
  • Ch 1 to start each row.
  • 1 sc in each st across the row.
  • Turn the work.
  • These rows use only single crochet to give a solid fabric between the textured bobble rows.
• Repeat Sequence:
  • Rep Rows 2-17 once more, then rep Rows 2-7 once.
  • Fasten off the yarn after completing the pattern.

Fringe Strips (Make 2)

• Foundation Chain: Ch 36.
• Row 1:
  • 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook.
  • 1 sc in each ch across the row.
  • Turn the work.
  • (Total 35 sc).
• Row 2:
  • Ch 1.
  • Sl st in the next sc, draw up a loop about 10″ [25.5 cm] long, twist the loop 25 times, then sl st in the same sc to form a twisted loop coil.
  • Rep * to end of the row to create the fringe effect.
  • Fasten off.
  • The fringe is formed by the twisted loops that coil around themselves at each stitch.

Pillow Back (Make 2 Pieces Alike)

• Ribbing: Ch 5.
• Row 1:
  • 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook.
  • 1 sc in each ch across.
  • Turn the work.
  • (Total 4 sc).
• Row 2:
  • Ch 1.
  • Work in the back loops only (BLO), 1 sc in each sc across the row.
  • Turn the work.
  • This creates the ribbed texture.
• Repeat Row 2:
  • Rep Row 2 until the ribbing is about 20″ [51 cm] long when slightly stretched.
  • Do not fasten off.
• Side Panel:
  • Turn the ribbed piece sideways.
  • Ch 1.
  • Work 35 sc along the side edge of the ribbing.
  • Turn the work.
  • Place a marker at the end of the row to mark the length.
• Row 1:
  • Ch 1.
  • 1 sc in each sc across the row.
  • Turn the work.
• Repeat Row 1:
  • Rep Row 1 until the side panel measures 11″ [28 cm] from the marker.
  • Fasten off.

Finishing

• Assembling the Pillow: Sew the fringe strips to the front of the pillow, positioning them below the 1st and 2nd textured areas, as shown in the photo of the pattern.
• Attaching the Back Pieces: Overlap the two back pieces, aligning the ribbed sections at the center to create an opening for the pillow form to be inserted.
• Sewing the Outer Edges: Sew the outer edges of the pillow together to secure the front and back, leaving the center open for the pillow form.
• Insert the Pillow Form: Insert a 20″ [51 cm] square pillow form into the opening.

Your Bernat Bobble and Fringe Crochet Pillow is now ready to display!

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