The oversized daisy motif on the Gardener’s Pillow makes for a whimsical, colorful addition to an outdoor seating area, or anywhere that needs a pop of color. Worked in the round in tapestry double crochet, this project will come together more quickly than you might think. A 100% cotton yarn gives a structured yet natural feel to the fabric, while keeping it easy to care for.

Difficulty Easy

Yarn Weight 4

Finished Size 16” square.

Yarn Bernat Handicrafter Cotton Yarn (distributed by Yarnspirations) (100% cotton; 80 yd 73 m/1¾ oz 50 g): #084 sage green (A), 6 balls; #001 white (B), 2 balls; #030 pale yellow (C), 1 ball.

Hook Size 7 (4.5mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions Yarn needle; pillow stuffing.

Gauge 18 dc and 4 rnds (in diameter) = 5” in patt.

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NOTES

• Pillow consists of two squares worked separately in rounds, then joined using reverse single crochet.

• Make sure that the carried yarn does not constrict the stitches.

• To change colors, work to last yarnover in old color, pick up new color, and complete stitch with new color.

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