Retro Jewel-Toned Fringe Pillow - Free Pattern

Retro Jewel-Toned Fringe Pillow - Free Pattern

Introduction

Add a touch of vintage charm to your living space with this Retro Jewel-Toned Fringe Pillow. This crochet pattern combines deep jewel tones with playful fringe for a unique home decor piece. Perfect for beginners, this project will not only enhance your crochet skills but also bring a cozy and stylish accent to your home.

Materials Needed

• Worsted weight yarn in deep jewel tones:
  • Emerald Green
  • Sapphire Blue
  • Ruby Red
  • Amethyst Purple
  • Topaz Yellow
• Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Pillow insert (16x16 inches)
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

Front Panel

1. With emerald green yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: Chain 1 (Ch 1), work 8 single crochets (sc) into the ring. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc. (8 stitches)
3. Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 sc in each stitch around. Join. (16 stitches)
4. Round 3: Ch 1, (sc in next stitch, 2 sc in next stitch) around. Join. (24 stitches)
5. Continue increasing in this manner until you reach 64 stitches.
6. Work even in sc for 10 rounds, changing colors every 2 rounds in the following order:
   • Sapphire Blue
   • Ruby Red
   • Amethyst Purple
   • Topaz Yellow

Back Panel

1. Repeat steps 1-5 of the Front Panel.
2. Work even in sc for 8 rounds, changing colors every 2 rounds in the same order as the front panel.

Assembly

1. Place the front and back panels together, with wrong sides facing each other.
2. Single crochet (sc) around three sides of the pillow, leaving one side open.
3. Insert the pillow insert before closing the fourth side with sc.
4. Fasten off and weave in all ends using the tapestry needle.

Fringe

1. Cut 8-inch strands of each color yarn.
2. Attach fringe to each corner and along the edges of the pillow, alternating colors for a vibrant look.
3. Trim the fringe to your desired length for a neat finish.

Tassels

1. Make 4 tassels using all the colors of yarn.
2. Attach one tassel to each corner of the pillow for a playful touch.

Conclusion

Your Retro Jewel-Toned Fringe Pillow is now complete! This vibrant square pillow not only adds a cozy accent to your home decor but also showcases your crochet skills. Enjoy your new creation and the compliments that will surely come your way!