This pattern came about from just playing around with some yarn and different stitch combinations. When I finished it, I said to myself, “Oh, this is splendid!” (for some odd reason, since splendid is not in my everyday vocabulary). And thus the name of this square was born!

I hope you enjoy making this pattern as much as I enjoyed designing it!

Instructions are provided for the square, as well as how to turn your squares into a pillow.

This written pattern has detailed instructions, as well as lots of of images, tutorials, and tips to help you make it. You’ll also get a print-friendly version when you purchase the pattern.

Size:
• The finished square measures 15 in. across.
• The finished cushion measures 16.5 in. across with a 14 in. pillow insert.

Depending on your tension, yours may come out bigger or smaller, even if you use the stated yarn and hook size. To adjust the square’s size, you can change your tension, yarn weight, and/or hook size.

Difficulty: Intermediate

Materials Needed:
DK yarn
4mm hook
Pillow insert - if making a cushion
Scissors
Stitch marker(s) - optional
Yarn needle

Yarn:
Square 1:
Color A - Paintbox Simply DK in Buttercup Yellow (80-90 yds.)
Color B - Paintbox Simply DK in Peach Orange (85-95 yds.)
Color C - Paintbox Simply DK in Vintage Pink (75-85 yds.)
Color D - Stylecraft Special DK in Sherbet (60-70 yds.)

Square 2:
Color A - Paintbox Simply DK in Buttercup Yellow (80-90 yds.)
Color B - Stylecraft Special DK in Bluebell (85-95 yds.)
Color C - Stylecraft Special DK in Lobelia (75-85 yds.)
Color D - Stylecraft Special DK in Sherbet (60-70 yds.)

To Make a Cushion: You will need an additional 25-30 yds. of Color D.

The pillow insert is enclosed in the squares and is not easily removable for separate washing.

Detailed instructions are given for Special Stitches.

This pattern also uses Starting and Standing Stitches in place of chains, with detailed instructions provided, though you can use chains if you’d prefer.

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Please share your projects on Instagram - tag me @KMWCrochet and use #splendidsquareandcushion so I can be sure to see!

A HUGE thank you to my testers - Amy T., Candie D., Kailey K., Mary E., Nancy F., & Rachel H.