Button Embellished Twist Stitch Cushion Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Helen Ardley
Needle Size

US 3 / 3.25mm, US 6 / 4.0mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Cables, Rib, Stocking Stitch

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What you need to know

Helen Ardley’s cushion is a simple homeware for anyone to try

Nothing is quite as homely as a handknitted cushion for your lounge, complete with cheerful buttons to add a flash of colour. Helen’s design is worked in a simple cotton yarn which adds structure to your make but certainly doesn’t compromise on softness. The pattern is made by working left and right twists which you can master in no time at all.

Sizing

40cm x 40cm

What you need

Yarn: King Cole Cotton Soft, shade 711 Ecru, two 100g balls
Needles: 3.25mm, 4mm
Buttons: ten for back, colourful assortment for front
Tapestry needle

Stitches and skills used

Knit
Purl
Right Twist
Left Twist
Rib
Stocking Stitch

Meet the designer

Helen Ardley is a knitwear and crochet designer with a passion for texture and colour. She's the author of knitting bible How To Knit, as well as Cute Crochet for Tiny Tots and Crocheted Accessories. If you enjoyed making Helen's pattern, we think you'll enjoy making her colourful placemats. Visit this page to see all of Helen Ardley's patterns for LKT.

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