Decorative Knitted and Crocheted Cushion Cover

Transform a simple cushion into a vibrant, textured masterpiece with this unique knitted and crocheted cushion cover! This project combines a variety of yarns, colors, and stitch techniques to create a stunning, handmade piece that showcases the beauty of fiber arts. Perfect for adding a cozy, artisan touch to your home decor, this cushion cover features continuous stripes crafted with knitting and crochet techniques. Each stripe uses different materials and stitches, making it a fun and creative project for crafters of all levels. Follow along with the included video tutorials for each step to guide you through the process!

1. Yarn and Threads:
2. Dark green wool yarn
3. Gold thick thread
4. Cream wool yarn
5. Brown wool yarn
6. Light brown jute thread
7. Cream and brown mixed wool yarn
8. Orange crochet thread
9. Stronger cream wool yarn
10. Variegated orange wool yarn
11. Cream kite string
12. Variegated ochre tones ribbon
13. Variegated green wool yarn
14. Tools:
15. Knitting needles: Sizes #4, #5, #7, #10
16. Crochet hook: Size #5
17. Additional Supplies:
18. Scissors
19. Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends)
20. Cushion insert or pillow form (size to match your finished cover, approximately 50 stitches wide)

Material: Dark green wool yarn

Color: Dark green

Technique: Knitting with two needles (#7)

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Rice stitch

Rows: 7

Cast on 50 stitches using dark green wool yarn and size #7 knitting needles. Work in rice stitch (alternating knit and purl stitches within the same row) for 7 rows. Refer to the video tutorial for a visual guide on the rice stitch and knitting process.

Material: Thick thread

Color: Gold

Technique: Knitting with two needles (#7)

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Moss stitch

Rows: 6

Using gold thick thread and size #7 knitting needles, knit 6 rows in moss stitch (alternating knit and purl stitches across rows to create a textured pattern). Watch the video for tips on maintaining tension with thicker thread.

Material: Wool yarn

Color: Cream

Technique: Crochet with #5 hook

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Single crochet

Rows: 6

With cream wool yarn and a #5 crochet hook, work 6 rows of single crochet across 50 stitches. The video tutorial demonstrates the single crochet technique for a smooth, even stripe.

Material: Wool yarn

Color: Brown

Technique: Knitting with two needles (#4)

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Moss stitch

Rows: 4

Using brown wool yarn and size #4 knitting needles, knit 4 rows in moss stitch. Check the video for guidance on switching needle sizes and maintaining consistent tension.

Material: Jute thread

Color: Light brown

Technique: Knitting with two needles (#4)

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Moss stitch

Rows: 4

Knit 4 rows in moss stitch using light brown jute thread and size #4 needles. The video shows how to handle the unique texture of jute thread.

Material: Wool yarn

Color: Cream

Technique: Knitting with two needles (#5)

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Moss stitch

Rows: 2

With cream wool yarn and size #5 knitting needles, knit 2 rows in moss stitch. Refer to the video for quick tips on this shorter stripe.

Material: Wool yarn

Color: Cream and brown mixed

Technique: Knitting with two needles (#10)

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Moss stitch

Rows: 2

Using cream and brown mixed wool yarn and size #10 needles, knit 2 rows in moss stitch. The video highlights how larger needles affect the stitch appearance.

Material: Wool yarn

Color: Cream

Technique: Knitting with two needles (#4)

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Moss stitch

Rows: 4

Knit 4 rows in moss stitch with cream wool yarn and size #4 needles. Watch the video for seamless color transitions.

Material: Crochet thread

Color: Orange

Technique: Knitting with two needles (#4)

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Rice stitch

Rows: 16

Using orange crochet thread and size #4 needles, knit 16 rows in rice stitch. The video tutorial covers managing finer threads for this longer stripe.

Material: Wool yarn

Color: Stronger cream

Technique: Crochet with #5 hook

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Single crochet

Rows: 5

With stronger cream wool yarn and a #5 crochet hook, work 5 rows of single crochet. The video demonstrates maintaining consistent stitch size.

Material: Wool yarn

Color: Variegated orange

Technique: Knitting with two needles (#7)

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Rice stitch

Rows: 7

Knit 7 rows in rice stitch using variegated orange wool yarn and size #7 needles. The video showcases the vibrant color changes.

Material: Kite string

Color: Cream

Technique: Knitting with two needles (#7)

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Moss stitch

Rows: 5

Using cream kite string and size #7 needles, knit 5 rows in moss stitch. The video provides tips for working with unconventional materials like kite string.

Material: Ribbon

Color: Variegated ochre tones

Technique: Knitting with two needles (#7)

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Moss stitch

Rows: 4

Knit 4 rows in moss stitch with variegated ochre ribbon and size #7 needles. The video shows how to handle ribbon for a bold, textured stripe.

Material: Kite string

Color: Cream

Technique: Knitting with two needles (#7)

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Moss stitch

Rows: 4

Knit 4 rows in moss stitch using cream kite string and size #7 needles.

Material: Wool yarn

Color: Variegated green

Technique: Knitting with two needles (#4)

Stitch Count: 50 stitches

Stitch Pattern: Moss stitch

Rows: 4

Knit 4 rows in moss stitch with variegated green wool yarn and size #4 needles. The video highlights the subtle color variations.

Once all stripes are complete, weave in all loose ends using a tapestry needle.

Fold the finished piece to fit your cushion insert, and seam the sides using a whip stitch or your preferred method.

Insert the cushion form and close the final seam.

Refer to the final video tutorial for detailed assembly instructions.

Congratulations on creating your own vibrant, textured cushion cover! This project is a fantastic way to experiment with different yarns, threads, and techniques while crafting a one-of-a-kind home decor piece. I hope you enjoyed this journey of twisting, threading, and knitting your way to a beautiful creation. Share your finished project with the Instructables community, and happy crafting!