Chunky Crochet Pillow Cover Pattern With I-cord Wording
The easy chunky love crochet pillow cover pattern with I-cord wording is ideal to make as a gift, to add warmth and comfort to your home or it is an easy pattern for in-between projects.
Not only can you use the free pattern to make a similar ‘LOVE’ throw pillow, but you can be creative and add any wording for any occasion!
Have you bought new bedding recently? Then the free crochet pattern is just what you need and a fun way for a handmade matchy.
Easy chunky love crochet pillow cover pattern
Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or a beginner the cushion cover is not difficult at all. All you have to do is crochet 3 rectangles (different sizes), crochet it together and you have one pillow cover!
It is a removable crochet scatter cover in the envelope-style to make washing easier. No extra notions are necessary to complete your crochet project.
MATERIALS NEEDED TO CROCHET
- For the cover and i-cord, I used 200g Elle Unspun chunky yarn, 100% acrylic
- Approximately 65g of yarn for the pom-poms
- Hook size N-15, size 0 (UK) or 8 mm crochet hook.
- Pillow insert, approximately 16 inches/ 42cm.
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- The Pattern
- Pom Pom maker (optional)
BASIC CROCHET STITCHES USED
Crochet skills required:
- How to chain stitch
- Crochet a single crochet (Double crochet – UK) – watch video tutorial below
- Joining with a slip stitch (sl st)
NOTES
- Chain 1 at the beginning of each row, does not count as a stitch.
- Measure the width and length of your cushion and add an extra couple of inches to compensate for the height.
Measurements
Pillow cover finished size: L: 19″ and W: 11″
Length of cover is the horizontal measurement from left to right.
Width: vertical measurement from top to bottom.
Height: is the thickness of the new pillow (or in my case – a fun project to revamp an old one!)
Gauge:
10 sts over 11 rows to obtain a 4 x 4 inch square.
ABBREVIATIONS – US TERMS
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
st – stitch
sts – stitches
EASY CHUNKY LOVE CROCHET PILLOW COVER
US Terms
Written Instructions – 3 rectangles
Front Panel:
Make one.
Chain 45 +1 sts
1st Row: sc in the 2nd ch, continue with single crochet stitches to the end, ch1 and turn.
2nd Row: sc in all sts across, ch1 and turn.
Complete 30 rows, bind off and weave in the ends or work it into the cover whilst seaming it.
Front Panel:
Make two.
Chain 30 +1 sts
1st Row: sc in the 2nd ch, continue with single crochet stitches to the end, ch1 and turn.
2nd Row: sc in all sts across, ch1 and turn.
Repeat row two until you have completed 30 rows, bind off and weave in the ends or work it into the cover whilst seaming it.
Finishing up your pillow cover
Seaming:
- You’ll be stitching together 3 sides of each panel.
- Place the panels as in the photo above.
- Holding the front crochet panel and one back panel together with right sides facing, slip stitch (sl st) the two pieces together.
- You can also use a whip stitch to sew the panel pieces together.
- Add the third panel on top of the other back panel and stitch the 3 sides together. (you will be stitching 2 sides twice). If you are familiar with sewing, it is the same concept.
- Be sure to match up the panels’ sts and rows.
- Turn right side out. Insert pillow.
Making Pom Poms
- To use a pom-pom maker, follow the instructions shared in this post
- Use your hands to make pom-poms – see photo image tutorial below.
- Grab something in your yarn stash matching your colors.
- For the heart pom-pom: make a normal pom-pom. Draw a heart or download a template and trim the pom-pom into a heart shape. It needs a bit more cutting but just keep on going.
How to crochet I-cord
Watch the video tutorial below how to crochet an i-cord.
The length of the i-cord will depend on the word and script you are going to be using. You can always print the wording out, but I managed to ‘write’ it freehand.
Length of i-cord for the word ‘LOVE’ is between 33 and 35″.
Find the center point of your front panel and ‘write’ your word out, spacing it properly. Remember, I substituted the ‘o’ in love with a heart pom-pom.
With your needle and yarn, sew the i-cord to your panel securely.
More Home Decor crochet patterns on the blog
Elegant Pillow Cover crochet pattern (to make in a weekend)
Pot Plant Cover Granny Stitch Pattern
Charming Hanger Cover Free Pattern
IN CONCLUSION
Use the simple crochet pillow cover pattern to add color and texture to your living room. Or personalize the wording with a name or special message. This is an easy way to be creative and challenge yourself – you can do it.
I’ve opted for a solid color but maybe you want to try different colors of yarn. Try and create an interesting look, something that you’ll be proud of.
Please remember to share the social media images on Pinterest, you Facebook page or Facebook group, or Instagram and tag me @easyonthetongue. It will help spread the word and make my heart bounce!
Whatever you do –
Happy crocheting!
