Crochet Candy Swirl Pillow
The Crochet Candy Swirl Pillow is an adorable and fun addition to any home decor! This delightful pillow features a vibrant swirl pattern that adds a pop of color and whimsy to any room. With its soft texture and eye-catching design, it is sure to bring a touch of charm to your living space. Whether you're an experienced crocheter or just starting out, this project is a great way to showcase your creativity and make something truly special. Cozy up with the Crochet Candy Swirl Pillow and add a sweet touch to your home!
Materials you will need:
–Red Heart Super Saver in 3 different colors
–Size G-4.25mm crochet hook
–Yarn Needle
–16 inch Pillow Form
–Measuring Tape
–Scissors
NOTES:
-This pillow is worked in continuous rounds. Mark your rounds as you go.
-This pillow can be made bigger or smaller by doing more rounds of the repeat or less rounds.
-I used a 16 inch pillow round, but you can stuff it with stuffing or use a smaller pillow insert.
Special Stitches Used in this pattern:
- Ch: chain
- St(s): Stitch/stitches
- Sl st: slip stitch
- SC: Single Crochet
- HDC: Half Double Crochet
- DC: Double Crochet
Pillow:
Round 1: With Color 1, [1 SC, 1 HDC, 2 DC] into the 2nd ch from the hook, pull up a long loop so it doesn’t unravel when you’re working with the next yarn, with color 2, [1 SC, 1 HDC, 2 DC] into same chain as the first color, pull up a long loop, with color 3, [1 SC, 1 HDC, 2 DC] into same chain as the first color. (12 sts)
Rnd 2: Begin working with color 1 again. [In the next color, put 2DC in each of the next 4 sts.] repeat for the next 2 colors. (24 sts)
Rnd 3: Continue to change color for each color change section, [2 DC in next st, DC in next st] 12 times. (36 sts)
Rnd 4: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 2 sts] 12 times. (48 sts)
Rnd 5: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 3 st] 12 times. (60 sts)
Rnd 6: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 4 st] 12 times. (72 sts)
Rnd 7: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 5 st] 12 times. (84 sts)
Rnd 8: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 6 st] 12 times. (96 sts)
Rnd 9: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 7 st] 12 times. (108 sts)
Rnd 10: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 8 st] 12 times. (120 sts)
Rnd 11: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 9 st] 12 times. (132 sts)
Rnd 12: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 10 st] 12 times. (144 sts)
Rnd 13: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 11 st] 12 times. (156 sts)
When you finish Round 13, for each color HDC in next st, SC in next st, Sl st in next 2 sts, fasten off.
On your first circle piece, fasten off with short tails. For your second piece, fasten off 2 colors with short tails and the 3rd color with a long tail for sewing.
Assembly:
Sew the 2 pieces together using the whip stitch and inside out, then when you have 1/3 left of your work, flip it right side out and stuff with the pillow. Then sew the rest of the pillow closed.
Fasten off, weave in all ends. Enjoy!