Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.
Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive knitting.
A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.
Working with worsted weight cotton yarn gives this pillow wonderful texture and durability, while the color combination of bright coral flowers against sage green with silvery-gray accents creates visual interest that complements any room.
I absolutely love how this pattern bridges the past and present in crochet design. There's something magical about working a stitch pattern that's been passed down through generations, knowing that makers before us created the same beautiful flowers with their hooks and yarn. The combination of the popcorn petal technique with treble crochet clusters creates such satisfying texture that you can actually feel the dimensionality of each flower as you work. I find the process of making nine individual squares and then watching them come together into one cohesive piece incredibly rewarding. Plus, the finished pillow adds that perfect handmade warmth to any room while being sturdy enough for everyday use.
I love experimenting with color combinations in this pattern because the granny square structure makes it so versatile. Instead of the coral and sage green shown, you could create a bold monochromatic look using varying shades of blue from navy to sky blue, or go for a romantic vibe with blush pink flowers on cream and dusty rose backgrounds.
For a more modern aesthetic, I've tried this pattern with neon flowers against charcoal gray, which creates stunning contrast that really makes those popcorn petals pop. You could also embrace an ombre effect by making each row of squares gradually lighter or darker than the previous one.
If you're feeling adventurous, why not make each of the nine squares in completely different color combinations? This scrappy approach is perfect for using up yarn stash and creates a cheerful, eclectic pillow that becomes a conversation piece. I particularly love mixing warm and cool tones in the same pillow for visual interest.
Another variation I enjoy is changing up the back panels by adding stripes, working them in a different stitch pattern like half double crochet for texture contrast, or even making the back from the same granny squares as the front for a completely reversible pillow. The possibilities are truly endless with this versatile pattern!
Transform your living space with this charming vintage-inspired throw pillow featuring beautiful floral granny squares. This pattern combines traditional crochet techniques with a fresh, modern color palette of coral, sage green, and silvery-gray. Perfect for adding a handmade touch to any sofa or chair, this 15-inch square pillow stretches beautifully over a 16-inch pillow form. The design connects you to generations of makers while creating something uniquely yours that works just as well in contemporary homes as it did in grandmother's parlor.
With C1, ch 6, sl st in first ch to form a lp
Ch 3 (does not count as a st), [PP, Tr] 8 times into lp, join with sl st to top of first Tr of rnd. Fasten Off. (8 PP with 8 Tr between each PP)
Begin with slipknot of C2 on hook, insert hook into any Tr from first rnd, yo and pull up lp, continue to pull lp through lp on hook to join C2 to work. Beg 3-Tr cl, ch 3, 3-Tr cl in same Tr, [ch 2, 3 Tr in next Tr, ch 2, (3-Tr cl, ch 3, 3-Tr cl) in next Tr] 3 times, ch 2, 3 Tr in next Tr, ch 1, join with sl st to top of beg 3-Tr cl. Fasten off. (Eight 3-tr cl, 7 ch-2 sps, one ch-1 sp, 4 ch-3 sps, 12 Tr)
Begin with slipknot of C3 on hook, insert hook into any ch-3 sp at corner, yo and pull up lp, continue to pull lp through lp on hook to join C3 to work. Beg 3-Tr cl, ch 3, 3-Tr cl in same ch-3 sp, [ch 2, 2 Tr in next ch-2 sp, 1 Tr into each of the next 3 Tr, 2 Tr in next ch-2 sp, ch 2, (3-Tr cl, ch 3, 3-Tr cl) in next ch-3 sp] 3 times, ch 2, 2 Tr in next ch-2 sp, 1 Tr into each of the next 3 Tr, 2 Tr in next ch-2 sp, ch 1, join with sl st to top of beg 3-Tr cl. Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing. (Eight 3-tr cl, four ch-3 sps, 7 ch-2 sps, 1 ch-1 sp, 28 Tr)
Weave in all ends except for ending yarn tail. Block all pieces if desired. Arrange all squares in a 3 x 3 square and sew all pieces together using preferred seaming technique to create Front Panel. Weave in all ends.
Begin with slipknot of C3 on hook, beginning with any ch-3 sp at corner, *[2 SC into ch-3 sp, SC into top of 3-Tr cl, 2 SC in next ch-2 sp, SC into each of the next 7 sts, 2 SC into the next ch-2 sp, SC into top of 3-Tr cl, 2 SC into next ch-3 sp at corner] 3 times, rotate work to continue along next side. Repeat from *, beginning with the 2 SC worked into the same ch-3 sp that you ended with previous to rotating work. Continue in this pattern all the way around the edge of Front piece, join with sl st in first sc made. (51 sts along each of the 4 sides of Front Panel, for a total of 204 sts around edge)
Ch 1 (does not count as a st), [2 SC in next st, SC in each of next 49 sts, 2 SC into next st] 4 times, join with sl st in first sc made. Fasten off. (8 sts inc, 212 sts)
Place a slipknot of C2 on hook. Beginning with the first st of last rnd, [2 SC in next st, SC in each of next 51 sts, 2 SC into next st] 4 times, join with sl st in first sc made. Fasten off. (8 sts inc, 220 sts. There are now 55 sts across each edge)
With C2, ch 53
Beginning with the third st from hook and working into the bottom of the ch, DC in each ch across. (51 DC)
Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch now and throughout), turn, DC in each st. Mark Row 20 as RS. Fasten off weave in ends. Repeat again for second panel, but this time do not fasten off.
Place both pieces of Back on the table with RS facing up. Overlap the foundation edges of both rectangle pieces so that the piece on top hides the first 10 Rows that were worked on the piece lying on the bottom. Pin along the side edges to keep the pieces overlapped while you work a border of single crochet sts around edge of panels. Treat these two pieces as though they were one piece. Place 3 st markers along each side edge to divide the edges into 4 equal sections.
Rotate piece in order to stitch along the next side edge (continuing with working loop). When you get to the section where there are two layers (where the pieces overlap) work through both layers held together as one, removing pins as the layers are stitched together. *SC across edges as follows, make 14 SC in first section between markers, 14 SC in second section, 13 SC in third section, and 14 SC in last section, rotate to work stitches along next edge as follows: [SC into each of the next 9 sts, 2 SC in next st] 4 times, SC into each of the next 11 sts. Rotate to continue working the next two sides as established beginning with *. Do not fasten off. (220 sts. There are now 55 sts across each edge)
Place WS of Front panel directly behind Back panel. Sl st around edge through both layers held together to seam Front to Back, Weave in ends, place pillow inside case, and steam block if necessary.
This charming Flower Garden Throw Pillow brings vintage elegance into modern homes with its beautiful floral granny squares and soothing color palette. The pattern guides you through creating dimensional popcorn petal flowers that truly pop off the surface, making each square a miniature work of art. Whether you're looking to add handmade warmth to your living room or create a thoughtful gift, this pillow combines traditional techniques with contemporary style. The envelope-back closure makes it practical for everyday use while keeping the focus on those gorgeous blooms on the front. Happy stitching! 🌸🧶✨
While the pattern calls for worsted weight yarn, you can adapt it to other weights by adjusting your hook size and being prepared for a different finished size. If using lighter yarn, your pillow will be smaller; heavier yarn will create a larger pillow. Always make a test square first and measure to calculate how many squares you'll need for your desired pillow size.
The key to beautiful popcorn petals is consistent tension and making sure you work all five treble crochets into the same stitch before removing your hook. When you draw the working loop through the chain stitch, pull firmly to cinch the petals together. Using a slightly smaller hook than recommended can also help create tighter, more defined popcorn stitches.
The pillow case is only necessary if your silvery-gray yarn is light colored or has an open stitch structure where the white pillow form might show through. If you're using darker yarn or don't mind slight show-through, you can skip the inner pillow case entirely and save time and materials.
Pin each square to a blocking board or foam mat, stretching it gently to the correct 4.5 inch measurement and ensuring corners are square. Spray with water or use steam from an iron held slightly above the surface. Let the squares dry completely before unpinning. This step makes a huge difference in how professional your finished pillow looks.
Absolutely! To make a larger square pillow, simply crochet more squares and arrange them in a 4x4 or 5x5 grid instead. For a rectangular pillow, arrange your squares in a 3x4 or 3x5 pattern. Just remember to adjust the back panel dimensions and yarn quantities accordingly based on your new size.
