Beginner Knit Pillow: Free Easy Pattern!
Bernat Simple Stitch Pillow to Knit
Welcome to Crochetto, your go-to place for delightful crafting projects! There’s nothing quite like the cozy comfort of a handmade pillow, and this Bernat Simple Stitch Pillow is the perfect project to add a touch of warmth and charm to any space. Designed with beginners in mind, this knitting pattern uses jumbo yarn for a quick and satisfying result. While Crochetto is known for a wide array of beautiful crochet patterns, we also love to share fantastic knitting projects like this one that are simple, stylish, and incredibly rewarding to make.
Skill Level
Beginner
Measurements
Approximately 20 inches [51 cm] square.
Gauge
2.5 stitches and 3.5 rows = 4 inches [10 cm] in stocking stitch.
Materials You’ll Need
- Bernat® Blanket Big™ (10.5 oz/300 g; 29 yds/32 m) Chalk Pink (26023): 2 balls
- Size U.S. 50 (25 mm) Susan Bates® Xtreme™ Wood knitting needles or size needed to obtain gauge.
- 20 inches [51 cm] square pillow form.
- Small amount of color-matching worsted weight yarn for seaming.
- Yarn needle.
Abbreviations
- Approx = Approximately
- Beg = Beginning
- Rep = Repeat
- RS = Right side
- St(s) = Stitch(es)
Instructions
Cast on 14 stitches loosely.
- 1st row: (Right Side – RS). Knit.
- 2nd row: Purl.
Repeat last 2 rows until work from beginning measures approximately 39 inches [99 cm], ending on a purl row. Cast off loosely.
Finishing
Once your knitted piece is complete, follow these simple steps to assemble your cozy pillow:
- Fold piece in half.
- Sew 2 side seams using matching worsted weight yarn.
- Insert pillow form.
- Sew bottom seam.
