The Opulent Cloud Pillow: A Free Knitting Pattern for a Luxurious Satin and Lace Cushion

Introducing the Opulent Cloud Pillow

Indulge in the ultimate cozy elegance with this free knitting pattern for a plush, textured pillow that combines the softness of satin yarn with delicate lace panels. Perfect for adding a touch of sophisticated romance to any living space, this design is a modern heirloom piece. The Opulent Cloud Pillow features a luxurious satin-merino blend body with two horizontal bands of delicate, openwork lace in a contrasting mohair-silk blend. The result is a cloud-like cushion with a romantic, vintage-inspired aesthetic that will elevate any room.

Materials Needed

Yarn

• Color A (Main Body): Worsted weight (#4) yarn, Satin/Merino blend, 200g/400m. Sample uses 'Pearl White'.
• Color B (Lace Panels): Lace weight mohair/silk blend, 100g/400m. Sample uses 'Dusty Rose'.

Needles & Notions

• US 7 (4.5mm) 24-inch circular knitting needles (for main body)
• US 6 (4.0mm) 16-inch circular knitting needles (for lace panels)
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle
• 16x16 inch pillow form

Gauge

18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in Stockinette stitch on larger needles, after blocking.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Abbreviations

• CO: Cast on
• K: Knit
• P: Purl
• K2tog: Knit two together
• SSK: Slip, slip, knit (left-leaning decrease)
• YO: Yarn over
• St(s): Stitch(es)
• RS: Right side
• WS: Wrong side

Pillow Front (Make 2 identical halves)

Section 1: Bottom Border (Satin Yarn - Color A)

With larger needles (US 7) and Color A, CO 80 sts.

• Row 1 (RS): K2, *P2, K2; repeat from * to end.
• Row 2 (WS): P2, *K2, P2; repeat from * to end.
• Repeat Rows 1-2 for 2 inches (approximately 12 rows). End with a WS row.

Section 2: Lace Panel Insert (Color B)

Switch to smaller needles (US 6) and Color B. Work the lace pattern as follows:

• Row 1 (RS): K1, *YO, SSK, K1, K2tog, YO, K1; repeat from * to last st, K1.
• Row 2 (WS): Purl all sts.
• Row 3 (RS): K1, *K1, YO, SSK, K2tog, YO, K2; repeat from * to last st, K1.
• Row 4 (WS): Purl all sts.
• Repeat Rows 1-4 for 4 inches (approximately 24 rows). End with a WS row.

Section 3: Middle Body (Satin Yarn - Color A)

Switch back to larger needles (US 7) and Color A.

• Work in Stockinette stitch (K on RS, P on WS) for 6 inches (approximately 36 rows). End with a WS row.

Section 4: Lace Panel Insert (Color B)

Repeat Section 2 exactly (4 inches of lace pattern).

Section 5: Top Border (Satin Yarn - Color A)

Switch to larger needles (US 7) and Color A.

• Work in 2x2 Ribbing (K2, P2) as in Section 1 for 2 inches. End with a WS row.
• Bind off loosely in pattern.

Finishing

1. Block both pieces to the same dimensions (approximately 16 inches wide x 18 inches tall). Pin out the lace panels to open up the pattern. Allow to dry completely.
2. Sew the pieces together: With RS together, using Color A and tapestry needle, sew the two pieces together along three sides (bottom and two sides), leaving the top open.
3. Turn right side out.
4. Insert a 16x16 inch pillow form.
5. Sew the top closed using a mattress stitch for an invisible seam.
6. Weave in all ends carefully, especially around the lace sections.

Your Opulent Cloud Pillow is now complete! Enjoy the luxurious texture and romantic elegance it brings to your home.