Crochet pillow patterns to bring colour into your home
No couch is complete without some cosy crochet, so we’re here to help style up your seating with our favourite crochet pillow patterns.
You’ll find a whole load of different styles in this list. There are crochet cushion cover ideas for transforming old cushion inserts, fun-filled crochet pillows that are perfect for kids to cuddle, as well as a wide range of crochet stitch techniques to expand your skills.
20 crochet pillow patterns to try today
1. Free granny square crochet cushion cover
We couldn’t start a list of crochet pillow patterns without going straight in with a classic granny square design.
This simple crochet cushion cover is an easy way to update an old 16-inch cushion insert, and uses simple 3-round granny squares, which you’ll be able to hook in no time at all.
Find this Free granny square crochet cushion cover on Gathered
2. Archway square crochet pillow pattern
Looking for more challenging crochet pillow patterns? No problem, just give this stunning Archway Square design by LillaBjornCrochet a try.
This eye-catching design is made using brioche crochet. The clever thing about this design is that you can create different designs by changing the orientation and the number of squares you use. You can also use your favourite colour combinations to match your home.
You can buy the Archway square crochet pillow pattern from Etsy
3. Mountain cushion crochet pattern
If you dream of hunkering down in a quiet and cosy mountain cabin, these crochet pillow patterns will help you feel halfway there.
These three mountain pillows are made using super chunky yarn and a 9mm or 10mm hook, meaning you’ll be able to scale these mountains without needing a stop halfway up. Don't worry about finding a triangular cushion insert either, as they’re simply filled with polyester toy stuffing.
Get this Mountain cushion crochet pattern from the Gathered shop
4. Free Caron full circle pillow crochet pattern
Perhaps you’ve carefully styled your home and have a stunning new sofa that is just missing that finishing touch. These full circle cushions by Caron might just be that extra subtle bit of colourful crochet you’ve been looking for.
It’s an incredibly simple single colour design that makes a stylish but subtle addition, and is great for showing off your favourite yarn too!
Download the Free Caron full circle pillow crochet pattern from Yarnspirations
5. Sleepy Pillows crochet patterns
On the lookout for crochet pillow patterns that will help encourage your little one to go to bed? Look no further than this collection of Sleepy Pillows by KatyMimiToys.
This collection of five crochet pillow patterns features a host of adorable (and most importantly sleepy) animals that your child can cuddle up with and rest their head on as they drift off to sleep. And if these aren’t the right animals for your child, you can also find two more collections of Sleepy Pillows to try.
Check out the Sleepy Pillows crochet patterns on Etsy
6. Mandala cushion crochet pattern
Looking for a crochet pattern that is packed full of fun stitches, touchable texture and cool colour changes? You’ll love this mandala cushion crochet pattern.
This is a great pattern for relatively new crocheters who want to improve their skills, and it’s easy to mix up the colours to match your style – use complementary shades for a more relaxed and restrained look, or go wild with your favourite clashing colours!
Get this Mandala cushion crochet pattern on the Gathered shop
7. Capybara neck pillow crochet pattern
We thought we should definitely include something for those who like to travel in our list of crochet pillow patterns, but why make just a plain neck pillow when you can make a capybara neck pillow?
These wonderful rodents are having a bit of a moment, so of course we love this playful design by MeolkaPatternDesign. Prepare to be the envy of everybody in the airport!
Buy this Capybara neck pillow crochet pattern from Etsy
8. ‘Field of Flowers’ free crochet pillow pattern
Enjoy beautiful blooms in your home all year round with this colourful Field of Flowers crochet cushion by Caron.
It’s got a lovely squishy texture thanks to the puffy petals, and the pattern also used a clever join-as-you-go technique meaning there’s less assembly required to put it all together.
Head on over to the ’Field of Flowers’ free crochet pillow pattern on Yarnspirations
9. Free rainbow pops pillow crochet pattern
Here’s another crochet cushion cover that has so much stitch texture that you won’t be able to stop touching it!
This free pillow pattern is made up entirely out of popcorn crochet stitches, and is joined together with buttons so that you can easily remove the rectangular cushion insert. Use any of your favourite colours, or make it in classic rainbow shades for a pride-friendly pillow!
Download this Free rainbow pops pillow crochet pattern from Lovecrafts
10. Macramé-style cushion crochet pattern
Here on team Gathered we can’t get enough of when one craft simulates another, which is why we love this macramé-style cushion by Erin Black.
This design features both a lacy and textured feel, and adds a real depth to your cushion when paired with a pillow in a complementary colour.
Get this Macramé-style cushion crochet pattern from the Gathered shop
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11. Free Caron woven cushion crochet pattern
Want more crochet pillow patterns that combine different crafts? Then how about this fun free cushion pattern by Caron.
This design uses simple strips of crochet woven together by hand before being joined together to the back. It does initially seem quite complicated, but once you start making it you’ll quickly find it’s incredibly simple.
Download your free Caron woven cushion crochet pattern from Yarnspirations
12. No sew crochet flower pillow pattern
We love the retro hippy flower style of this crochet pillow pattern, and seeing it made up in a range of different colours only makes us want one even more!
Hooked in a super-chunky chenille yarn, both kids and adults alike will love cuddling up with these fab flowers.
Find this No sew crochet flower pillow pattern on Etsy
13. ‘Many Cats’ cushion crochet pattern
Calling all cat-lovers! Put down those kibbles (preferably in the cat’s food bowl) and pick up your crochet hook, because here’s a crochet pillow pattern you’re definitely going to want to make asap!
This fun design by Pony McTate adds a fun twist to the conventional crochet square, adorning it with a crochet appliqué cat.
The pattern includes instructions for the basic square and one cat. It also includes ideas on how to customize your kitties and tips on how to assemble your squares into a cushion.
Find out more about this ‘Many Cats’ cushion crochet pattern on Etsy
14. ‘Twist and Shout Draft Excluder’ Free Cushion Crochet Pattern
Not all crochet pillow patterns are made for cuddling up with! This Twist and Shout cushion by Paintbox Yarns can be used as a draft excluder to keep those chilly breezes at bay.
It’s made from recycled T-shirt yarn, making it both sturdy and weighty, meaning it’ll stay perfectly in place behind that drafty door.
Download this ‘Twist and Shout Draft Excluder’ Free Cushion Crochet Pattern from Lovecrafts
15. Free crochet spider web cushion pattern
Ok, so we know that this is technically a Halloween pattern… but we also know that some people love the dark macabre style all year round, and even the most hardcore of goths need comfy cushions too!
This fabulous design by Kati Brown features an octagonal pillow with surface crochet used to make the spider web, which is adorned with an awesome amigurumi spider.
Start this Free spider web crochet cushion pattern right now on Gathered
16. Pouffe pillow crochet pattern
We may be stretching the definition of crochet pillow patterns here, but you know what they say – the bigger the better!
This super-size pouffe is actually made around a cube bean bag, and is packed full of textured stitches and fabulous fringing.
Get this pouffe pillow crochet pattern from the Gathered shop
17. Vivo bolster cushion pattern
Bolster cushions are often used when practicing yoga but can also be great for supporting your neck or back. This stunning design by PoppyandBliss uses tapestry crochet to create a super-colourful pillow inspired by textiles from around the world.
This pattern can be bought in UK or US terminology, so be sure to buy the type that you prefer.
Buy this Vivo bolster cushion pattern from Etsy
18. ‘A perfect match’ free crochet cushion pattern
Corner to corner crochet is a fun way of creating picture designs using blocks of treble crochet stitches, and this sweet design by Crafty CC uses this technique to create a two-sided cushion that’s full of colourful hearts.
This fun free pattern includes handy photo instructions to help you get the hang of the technique, and even has colour coded written instructions to make things even easier for you – clever!
Download the ‘A perfect match’ free crochet cushion pattern from Lovecrafts
19. Crochet knot pillow pattern
Here’s perhaps one of the most unique crochet pillow patterns in our list, and one that will definitely get everyone’s attention.
This crochet knot pillow pattern makes a fab decorative item, and it’s much easier than it looks – it’s essentially just one long crochet tube that's assembled into a knot at the end.
Buy this crochet knot pillow pattern from Etsy
20. Free chevron crochet cushion pattern
We’re sure you’ll have put plenty of these crochet pillow patterns on your to-do list, but here’s one final free pattern to squeeze in.
Our free chevron pattern is perfect for if you’re just after some classic crochet fun, and looks fab made in a mix of colours or kept simple with stylish monochrome.
Try this free chevron crochet cushion pattern from Gathered
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