The Strawberry Thief Cushion

Knitting
March 2024
Sport (12 wpi) ?
25 stitches and 34 rows = 4 inches
in St-St using 3.25mm needles.
US 3 - 3.25 mm
One size - 41cm x 41cm / 16¼in x 16¼in
English
This pattern is available from lovecrafts.com for £4.20.

This cushion takes inspiration from the iconic work of artist William Morris, in particular the renowned Strawberry Thief print. The front of the cushion is knit in patchwork squares using motifs from Morris designs. The squares use a mix of fair isle colourwork with embroidery worked afterwards to highlight details. The back of the cushion is worked in stripes with a button closure.

Designed By Birch&Bliss

(Debbie Bliss & Chloé Elizabeth Birch)

The pattern is written with charts for both the fairisle and embroidery.

SIZE

Cushion measures approx 41cm x 41cm / 16¼in x 16¼in

MATERIALS

Yarn quantities are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate.

1 x 50g/ 1¾oz ball of Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino each in:

  • Ruby 700

  • Apple 2

  • Mist 57

  • Navy 8

  • Ecru 101

1 Pair of 3.25mm (US 3) knitting needles.

4 x medium buttons.

42cm cushion pad