Merry Light Crochet Pillow by Marly Bird
Add a handmade pop of cheer to your home this season with the Merry Light Crochet Pillow! This fun and festive design is perfect for winter decor—whether you go all-in on holiday spirit or prefer something more neutral and cozy. The bold stitch pattern and cheerful surface embroidery make this pillow a standout project that works with any seasonal color scheme.

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Finished Size: 18” x 18” (45.5 x 45.5 cm)
Techniques Used: Spike stitch, foundation single crochet, surface slip stitch (embroidery), reverse single crochet, panel seaming

Pattern Includes:
Full written instructions for both Merry & Bright and Love & Lights pillow versions

Printable embroidery templates for the words

Step-by-step guidance on embroidery with surface slip stitch

Tips on blocking and finishing

Video tutorials linked for special stitches

Yarn Info:
Designed with WeCrochet Brava Worsted (100% acrylic; 218 yds/100g; worsted weight)

Color A (Cream): 2 balls

Color B (Hunter): 2 balls

Color C (Red): 10 g

Substitute with any similar worsted-weight yarn you love!

Video Support Available
️ Printable PDF format Available for purchase
Great for handmade gifts or adding a pop of festive flair to your living space
Customizable with your favorite words or colors