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Christmas Tree Cushion Cover Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Sian Brown
Needle Size

US 6 / 4.0mm
Techniques

Intarsia, knit, Purl

What you need to know

Master intarsia colourwork with Sian Brown's festive motif cushion cover.

Festive cushion covers are a brilliant way to embrace the season without overhauling your entire design scheme. One simple switch up will be enough for you to add a festive flourish to your home. If understanding intarsia is top of your Christmas wish list, this pattern will certainly guide you in the right direction. There is also the opportunity to embroider French knots and to try your hand at moss stitch.

What do I need?

Yarn: Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK, shades 3667 Sky Blue, four 50g balls, 3097 Leaf, 3656 Toffee, 3360 White, 3672 Poppy, one 50g ball of each
Needles: 4mm
Buttons: five

Top knit tips

Intarsia is the process of creating different motifs in different yarn colours. Unlike Fair Isle, you don’t bring the unused strands of yarn across the back of your work. Instead, you allow the yarn not in use to hang down or wind it into a small, neat ball. Twist the strands together to avoid holes.

If you are a dab hand at embroidery, you could always forego the simple French knots for a more elaborate pattern. From a pretty Christmas angel to decorative baubles, there are so many festive additions for you to make.

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 this Christmas tea cosy? Visit this page to see more designs from Siân.

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