Cushion Covers in Hayfield Bonus Super Chunky - 10616 - Downloadable PDF

Cushion Cover in Hayfield Bonus Super Chunky

What is Being Made

This downloadable PDF pattern from Hayfield provides instructions for creating three distinct knitted cushion covers, each measuring 50 cm x 50 cm (approximately 19¾" x 19¾"). The designs showcase different textured stitch patterns, offering knitters the choice to create a Moss Stitch Cushion, a Blackberry Stitch Cushion, or a Two Textured Cushion combining both techniques. Each finished cushion cover features a right side border and includes button closures for practical functionality.

Techniques Used

The pattern employs fundamental knitting techniques suitable for intermediate-level crafters. Key techniques include picking up and knitting stitches along the edges to create the right side border, working with tension control to achieve consistent fabric density, and incorporating stitch pattern repeats across the full width and length of the cushion cover. The construction method involves working the main body in the chosen stitch pattern before adding the decorative border detail.

Stitches Used

• Moss Stitch – A classic textured stitch that creates a subtle, bumpy fabric surface, used as the primary pattern for one cushion design
• Blackberry Stitch – A more pronounced textured stitch option that provides visual interest and depth, featured in the second cushion design
• Two Textured Stitch – A combination design incorporating both Moss Stitch and Blackberry Stitch techniques within a single cushion cover for added visual variety

Materials Required

This pattern is designed specifically for Hayfield Bonus Super Chunky yarn, a thick, bulky-weight yarn that creates quick, satisfying knitting projects. The Moss Stitch Cushion requires 6 balls of yarn in shade 961 White, the Blackberry Stitch Cushion requires 6 balls in shade 964 Oatmeal, and the Two Textured Cushion requires 5 balls in shade 611 Sapphire. Each ball contains 100g of yarn. Knitters will need 1 pair of 9mm knitting needles (UK size 00 / USA size 13) to work at the specified tension. Four 9mm buttons are required for each cushion cover closure.

Tension & Gauge

Achieving proper tension is essential for this project. The Moss Stitch pattern should be worked at 8.5 stitches and 14 rows over 10 cm / 4" on 9mm needles. The Blackberry Stitch pattern requires 12 stitches and 10 cm / 4" over the same measurement. The Two Textured Cushion design works at 12 stitches and 5 rows per 10 cm / 4". Maintaining these tension specifications ensures the finished cushion covers will measure the intended 50 cm x 50 cm dimensions.