Cozy Up: Master Dual Methods for Knitting Cushions!

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Unlocking the Magic of Knitting: Cushions Galore!

Welcome, fellow yarn enthusiasts! Rachel here, and I’m bursting with excitement to dive into the colorful world of knitting cushions. If you’ve got a passion for yarn and a zest for creation, you’re in the right place!

Bolster Cushion: Classic & Cozy

First on our list is the timeless bolster cushion. Get your needles ready and let’s get started!

  • Materials Needed:
    • 6 x balls of wool (Recommended blend: 70% acrylic, 25% mohair, 5% Alpaca) – 50g/70m
    • 6.5mm knitting needles
    • A Bolster Cushion pad (you can snag this after completing the knit!)
  • Knitting the Cushion: Cast on with your 6.5mm needles and get ready for some fun patterns. I’ve detailed the steps below, so follow along and watch your creation come to life!

  • Final touches: Don’t forget to add those lovely twisted cords for the ties. They’re the cherry on top!

Triangular Feature Cushions: A Kaleidoscope of Colors

Want to add a splash of color to your space? These striped triangular cushions are perfect!

  • Essentials:

    • 3.5 mm knitting needles
    • Polyester filling to fluff up your cushions
  • Knitting Your Masterpiece: These cushions are all about vibrant patterns. Here’s a step-by-step guide for each one.

  • Sealing the Deal: Once you’ve knitted to perfection, it’s time to finish up with some dazzling tassels on each corner. If you’re scratching your head over making tassels, I’ve got you covered below!

Need to learn tassel-making? Dive in here. Hungry for beginner-friendly knitting patterns? Check them out here.

Craving More Knitting Patterns?

  • Simple Lace Knitting: Dive into the world of lace knitting with this beginner-friendly method.
  • Checkerboard Dreams: If you’re keen on knitting a checkerboard pattern, step right in!
  • Purl Stitch 101: Master the purl stitch with this easy guide for newbies.
Project Materials Needle Size
Bolster Cushion 6 balls of wool (70% acrylic, 25% mohair, 5% Alpaca) 6.5mm
Triangular Cushions Mixture of Belladone, Brouilly, Olivine, Aquatique, Chenas, Citronnier, Cyclamen 3.5mm


How To Knit A Cushion – Two Different Ways

Complement the information with the following video:

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Hello! I'm Monica, the knitter behind knitting-guru.com. On my blog, I dive into the world of knitting, sharing my passion and expertise with a community of like-minded enthusiasts. From step-by-step tutorials for beginners to intricate patterns for seasoned knitters, I strive to provide content that inspires and educates.

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