This cushion is such fun to knit — it looks far more complicated than it really is!

There are two versions included in the pattern. The first uses three shades for a bold, striking effect. If you’re new to working with multiple colours, you might like to start with the simpler two-shade version — just as beautiful and a little easier to manage.

There are endless colour combinations to play with. I used natural undyed yarns for the sample in the pattern photos, but I’ve loved seeing all the colourful versions that knitters have shared. So much creativity in one cushion!

CONSTRUCTION
Knitted flat from the bottom up in one piece, folded and then the side seams are joined together.

TECHNIQUES USED
Cast on, knit, purl, slip stitch (mosaic) colourwork, buttonholes and cast off. Joining seams. Sewing on buttons. Optional but recommended to create the feeling of joy when joining your seams: mattress stitch.

YARN for 3 shade cushion
Two 100g hanks of WYS Jacob Aran in shade A (01 Natural Brown/Black) and
One 100g hank each of WYS Jacob Aran in shade B (02 Natural Light Grey) and shade C (03 Natural Grey).
100% British Jacob Wool, 166m/182yds per 100g

YARN for 2 shade cushion
Two 100g hanks each of WYS Jacob Aran in shade A (02 Natural Light Grey) and shade B (01 Natural Brown Black).

SUGGESTED KNITTING NEEDLES
5mm.

NOTIONS
Cushion pad to fit (approx. 40cm x 40cm).
Four buttons.

GAUGE (tension)
18 stitches and 30 rows to 10cm square over pattern. I obtained this gauge with 5mm needles.
It is important to obtain gauge so do swatch and change your needle size to achieve the correct gauge if you need to.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
42cm x approx. 88cm.

NEED HELP?
I am here for you! Pop into the Skipton studio, send an email, or check out the Purl &Jane YouTube channel for tips, inspiration and guidance including handy resources like gauge (tension) guides and how to tutorials.