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Free Crochet Pattern: The Blooming Blossom Pillow

Just in time for Mother's Day, our Blooming Blossom Pillow pattern will definitely bring a smile to her face. This colourful floral motif is beginner-friendly and makes the perfect warm weather project.

Materials:

• Yarn: Worsted yarn (10 ply, 4.5-5.5 mm) — Main color: 500 yards/457 meters, Accent colors: 200 yards/183 meters each
• Needles: US Size H/8 (UK Size 6, 5 mm) crochet hook
• Additional: 16"x 16"/ 40cm x 40cm pillow form, yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors

Abbreviations:

• Stitches (Sts)
• Chain (Ch)
• Single crochet (Sc)
• Double Crochet (Dc)
• Slip Stitch (Sl St)
• Space (Sp)

Pattern:

Start with a magic ring. R1: Ch 3, 11 dc in the ring. Join with a sl st to the 3rd chain. Fasten off. (12 sts)

R2: Join contrasting yarn in any space. Ch 3, dc in the same space. 2 dc in each space around. Join with a sl st to the 3rd ch. Fasten off. (24 sts)

...Continue pattern until pillow reaches 16 inches/40 cm.

Once you've finished the crochet, insert the pillow form and sew up the last edge.

And there you go! A beautiful blooming blossom crochet pillow that's perfect for Mother's Day.