Chunky Crochet Granny Square Pillow

Chunky Crochet Granny Square Pillow

Introduction

Welcome to your next crafting adventure! In this blog post, we will guide you through creating a cozy and stylish Chunky Crochet Granny Square Pillow. This project is perfect for adding a handmade touch to your home decor, and it’s an excellent choice for beginners looking to enhance their crochet skills. With just a few simple stitches and some super bulky yarn, you’ll have a beautiful accent pillow that will brighten up any space.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Super bulky yarn in cream
• Hook: 12mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 4 sts and 4 rows = 4 inches in double crochet
• Pillow form: Choose a pillow form that fits the size of your granny square (typically 16" x 16" for a standard pillow)
• Scissors: For cutting the yarn
• Tapestry needle: For weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Start with a magic ring: Create a magic ring by wrapping the yarn around your fingers and pulling a loop through. This will be the center of your granny square.
2. Round 1: Chain 3 (this counts as your first double crochet), then work 11 double crochets (dc) into the magic ring. Join the round by slip stitching (sl st) to the top of the chain 3. You should have a total of 12 dc.
3. Round 2: Chain 3, then work 1 dc in the same stitch. Now, work 2 dc in each stitch around the circle. Join with a sl st. You should have a total of 24 dc.
4. Round 3: Chain 3, then work 2 dc in the next stitch. *Work 1 dc in the next stitch, then 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Join with a sl st. You should have a total of 36 dc.
5. Round 4: Chain 3, then work 1 dc in the next stitch, followed by 2 dc in the next stitch. *Work 1 dc in the next 2 stitches, then 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Join with a sl st. You should have a total of 48 dc.
6. Continue increasing: Keep increasing in this manner until your square measures the desired size for your pillow. For a standard 16" pillow, you may need to continue adding rounds until you reach approximately 16 inches across.
7. Create two identical squares: Once you have your desired size, finish off the first square and repeat the process to create a second identical square.
8. Join the squares: Place the two squares together with the wrong sides facing each other. Using single crochet (sc), join around the edges, leaving one side open for the pillow form.
9. Insert the pillow form: Carefully insert your pillow form into the opening you left. Make sure it fits snugly.
10. Close the remaining side: Continue to single crochet to close the remaining side of the pillow. Make sure to work tightly to ensure the pillow form stays secure.
11. Finish off: Once you have closed the last side, fasten off your yarn and weave in any loose ends using a tapestry needle.

Congratulations! You’ve just completed your very own Chunky Crochet Granny Square Pillow. Enjoy your new handmade decor piece, and don’t forget to share your creation with friends and family!