Cozy Crochet Book Pillow Pattern — Easy Round Pillow to Hold Your Book

Create a cozy, handmade book pillow to cradle your paperback while you read. This easy pattern is worked in the round using half double crochet (hdc) and bulky 6-weight yarn for a soft, cushioned holder that protects your book and adds charm to your reading nook. Use a stitch marker to keep track of rounds and stuff firmly with polyfil before closing.

Oh, the crochet book pillow is like hugging a cozy piece of handmade happiness! Imagine snuggling up with your favorite book tucked into a soft and charming crochet pillow that you've created. It's the perfect blend of practicality and comfort, making reading sessions even more delightful. Not only does it keep your book protected, but it also adds a touch of homemade warmth to your reading nook. Get ready to dive into the world of crochet and create your very own book pillow — it's a crafty adventure waiting to happen!

Materials Needed:

• Size J 6.00 Crochet Hook
• 6 weight yarn (I used Bernat Blanket yarn)
• Yarn Needle
• Scissors
• Stitch marker
• Polyfil

Stitches Used (US Terms)

• hdc – Half Double crochet
• Join – slip stitch to the first stitch
• Inc-Increase
• Dec — decrease
• Ch – Chain Stitch
• Sl – Slip Stitch

This pattern is worked in the round! Use a stitch marker at the beginning of each round.

Pattern

Ch 3

Row 1: 8 hdc in first ch (8 hdc)

Row 2: Hdc inc around (16 hdc)

Row 3: 1 hdc, hdc inc around (24 hdc)

Row 4: 2 hdc, hdc inc around (32 hdc)

Row 5: 3 hdc, hdc inc around (40 hdc)

Row 6: 4 hdc, hdc inc around (48 hdc)

Row 7: 5 hdc, hdc inc around (56 hdc)

Row 8: 6 hdc, hdc inc around (64 hdc)

Row 9: 64 Hdc around (64 hdc)

Row 10: 64 Hdc around (64 hdc)

Row 11: *hdc, hdc dec* 8 times, 40 hdc around (56 hdc)

Row 12: *hdc, hdc dec* 6 times, 38 hdc around (50 hdc)

Row 13: 50 hdc around (50 hdc)

Row 14: 50 hdc around (50 hdc)

Row 15: 6 hdc, 4 hdc dec, 36 hdc (46 hdc)

Row 16: 46 hdc around (46 hdc)

Row 17: 5 hdc, 5 hdc dec, 31 hdc (41 hdc)

Row 18: 41 hdc for 6 rows (41 hdc)

Row 19: *hdc, hdc dec* around (26 hdc)

Row 20: 26 hdc around (26 hdc)

Row 21: Hdc dec around (13 hdc)

Stuff with polyfil.

Sew closed

Use a bit of yarn to add an indent to the bottom for the book to sit on.

Tips: Stuff firmly for good book support and adjust stuffing to make the indent as deep or shallow as you like. You can customize colors, add stripes, or attach a small pocket to hold reading accessories.