Cable And Stripe Cushion Cover Project

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

Aran / Worsted
Designer

Sian Brown
Needle Size

US 7 / 4.5mm
Needle Type

Straight, Cable Needle
Techniques

Stocking Stitch, Reverse Stockinette, Moss

What you need to know

Learn how to knit a stripy cushion with Siân Brown’s simple knitting pattern.

What better way to decorate your cabin or beach house than with this jolly cushion? The cable detail is ideal if you’re new to this type of stitch as it’s just a small section but it looks so effective on this make for the home. Once you’ve mastered the pattern, experiment with different shades and get your home looking ship shape!

What do I need?

Yarn: Cascade Yarns® 220, shades 8505 White, two 100g skeins, 9487 Puget Sound, one 100g skein, 8895 Christmas Red, small amount
Needles: 4.5mm
Cable needle
Buttons: mother of pearl, five
Tapestry needle

Sizing

Cushion: 40cm x 40cm

Top knit tips

When changing to the cream yarn for the cable on blue stripe rows, make sure you twist the strands to avoid getting a hole.

If you don’t have stitch markers, use safety pins or scrap yarn to mark row ends.

Meet the designer

Siân Brown is a designer for magazines, yarn companies and publishers. She completed a fashion and textiles degree before starting a successful career in knitwear, which included her becoming a visiting lecturer at London College of Fashion. If you enjoyed making this pattern, then why not make our simple chevron cushion? Visit this page to see more designs from Siân.

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