Knitting and Crochet Pattern - Cozy Cabled Cushion

This pattern will guide you through the steps to create a beautiful and cozy cabled cushion. Perfect for adding a touch of warmth and charm to any room in your home!

Materials Needed:

• Yarn: Worsted weight (UK Aran) - 500 yards (460 meters)
• Knitting Needles: US size 8 (UK size 6, 5mm)
• Crochet Hook: US size H-8 (UK size 6, 5mm)
• Cable Needle
• Tapestry Needle
• Scissors

Gauge:

18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches (10cm) in stockinette stitch

Abbreviations:

• K: Knit
• P: Purl
• C6F: Cable 6 Front (slip 3 stitches onto cable needle and hold in front, knit next 3 stitches from left needle, then knit 3 stitches from cable needle)
• C6B: Cable 6 Back (slip 3 stitches onto cable needle and hold in back, knit next 3 stitches from left needle, then knit 3 stitches from cable needle)

Pattern:

Front Panel:

Cast on 80 stitches using your knitting needles.

Row 1 (Right Side): *K4, P4, repeat from * to end of row.

Row 2: *P4, K4, repeat from * to end of row.

Repeat Rows 1 and 2 for the seed stitch pattern until your work measures 2 inches (5cm) from the cast on edge.

Switch to the cable pattern:

Row 1 (Right Side): K4, *C6F, K8, repeat from * to last 4 stitches, K4.

Row 2: P4, *K4, P8, repeat from * to last 4 stitches, P4.

Repeat Rows 1 and 2 of the cable pattern until your work measures 18 inches (46cm) from the seed stitch section (or desired length).

Next, work the seed stitch pattern again for 2 inches (5cm).

Bind off in pattern.

Back Panel:

Follow the same instructions as for the Front Panel.

Finishing:

With right sides facing, sew the Front and Back Panels together using the tapestry needle and mattress stitch, leaving an opening for stuffing.

Stuff the cushion to your desired fullness, then sew the opening closed.

And there you have it! Your cozy cabled cushion is complete and ready to add comfort and style to your home.