Colorful Crochet Pillow with Geometric Circles

Colorful Crochet Pillow with Geometric Circles Pattern

Materials:

• Assorted colors of worsted weight yarn
• 4.5 mm crochet hook
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors
• Pillow insert (size 16”x16” or similar)

Abbreviations:

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• dc: double crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• sl st: slip stitch

Circle Motifs

1. Round 1:
   • Using your first color, make a magic ring, ch 3 (counts as dc), and work 11 dc into the ring. Sl st to join (12 sts).
2. Round 2:
   • Change to a second color, ch 3, dc in the same st, 2 dc in each st around. Sl st to join (24 sts).
3. Round 3:
   • Change to a third color, ch 3, dc in the next st, 2 dc in the next st. Repeat around, sl st to join (36 sts).
4. Round 4:
   • Continue with a fourth color (if desired), ch 3, dc in the next 2 sts, 2 dc in the next st. Repeat around, sl st to join (48 sts). Fasten off.

Square Motif Around Circles

1. Round 1:
   • Attach a new color, ch 1, sc in each st around the circle. Sl st to join.
2. Round 2:
   • Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in next 11 sts, ch 3, dc in next 12 sts three times, sl st to join to form square corners.
3. Round 3:
   • Dc in each st, working 3 dc in each ch-3 space to keep the square shape. Continue until the square reaches your desired size.

Assembly

1. Joining the Squares:
   • Make multiple squares (16-20 depending on pillow size), arranging the colors to form a cohesive design.
   • Use a whip stitch or crochet method to join the squares together.
2. Pillow Back:
   • Create a plain or patterned back panel using dc or sc rows to match the size of the front panel.
3. Final Assembly:
   • Join the front and back panels together with sc or whip stitch, leaving one side open. Insert the pillow and sew the final side closed.

Now you have a vibrant geometric crochet pillow that brings life and color to any room!

Note: Here is a pattern suggestion for you to create your own pattern. The end result may vary.