Knitting pillows on the sofa
Knitted pillows, like sofa covers, covers, rugs, pillowcases - all these are unique interior elements of the room. They can be decorative and classic, and in shape:
- square;
- in the form of a roller;
- round;
- rectangular;
- in the form of a hexagon;
- transformers;
- in the form of toys and so on.
But the main thing is that this splendor is made by hand: it is connected with the help of knitting needles and yarn. Fortunately, there are many interesting schemes with detailed descriptions on the Internet today.
How to knit a pillow with your own hands
Before starting knitting and before determining which yarn they will work with, choose a model, style, shape.
So, from very thick yarn, simple pads are better - smooth, with bundles, striped. It turns out both inexpensively and quickly. Such a product will become a true decoration of the house. Moreover, it is also fashionable.
When they have decided on the model, the yarn is selected, they begin to calculate the loops. It is important to understand what kind of pillow the pillowcase is knitted to.
The size range that is considered standard:
- fifty fifty;
- forty-five by forty-five;
- forty to forty.
Under them, the number of loops that must be dialed is determined. The pillowcase is knitted either slightly wider or the same size. If it turns out to be one centimeter less, it doesn't matter: it will stretch on the future product.
Knit as it is more convenient. Can:
- one solid canvas rectangle;
- two separate squares;
- in a circle (circular knitting needles are used for this).
Note! Experienced craftswomen believe that the first knitting option is more convenient.
The cover parts are sewn together. It is important to act in such a way that you get invisible, neat stitches. You can also do the following: connect with a hook over the face, and tie the edge with a border in different ways.
On pillowcases, the fastener is recommended to be made with a zipper: it is sewn along the bottom edge.
Or another option - the edges are "tightly" crocheted. When you need to remove the pillowcase in order to wash, there will be no problem: you just need to dissolve a little.
Note! The craftswomen do not recommend a button fastener. The fact is that the loops tend to stretch over time. Consequently, the buttons will unfasten. If you use them, then as a decorating element.
Features of the choice of tools and materials
Stylish pillows can be knitted from:
- knitted yarn;
- mohair;
- natural wool;
- one acrylic or in combination with cotton, wool.
In the course of creating a knitted pillow on a sofa, bed or floor, the following tools are used:
- knitting needles;
- hook;
- scissors;
- needle.
The padding is made of padding polyester or padding polyester. In this case, the space of the product is not filled tightly.
Popular schemes
How are knitted pillows made by hand? The options are as follows:
- production with the subsequent assembly of knitted parts (they work with a crochet and knitting needles, the elements are hemmed in the usual way or crocheted with a thread);
- knitted in a straight line (loops - from edge to edge, the transition to the next row is made; performed with knitting needles, using an identical method - using a hook);
- diagonal knitting, knitting needles + hook are involved (using a technique called oblique knitting);
- by means of a hook, "knitting in a circle" (the technique is used when making a round product, cylindrical or hexagon model).
As for the patterns of the fabric of the product, then it can be:
- large knitted;
- standard sizes;
- small.
The inter-body distance, as well as the size of the pattern, directly depend on the density of the knitting. The thickness of the material that is used for work is also important.
Additional Information! The most popular for pillows (sofa, bed, floor) are various weaves, braids, intricate plaits, as well as stripes that create relief (due to the alternation of purl and front loops during knitting).
If you knit pillows with knitting needles according to schemes with a description, the work will not cause difficulties.
Pumpkin pillow
What do you need to take to make such a product? Required:
- orange yarn (about two hundred grams), in two strands;
- slightly green;
- orange jersey fabric - for lining.
Knitting needles N 5 - circular and hosiery - will serve as a tool.
Video will also help in knitting (another knitting option):
Colored pillow
The original flowery sofa pillow can be knitted from bright yarn, dyed sectionally. It is best in this case to use a yarn that is gentle to the touch and is characterized by resistance to abrasion.
Knitting density - front surface 10 by 10 cm, 18 p. And 24 p.
In terms of the size of the product, it will be a square, the side of which is 36 cm.
The best option is to take 2 skeins of yarn (100% acrylic 100 g / 191 m) half-meter circular knitting needles 5 mm.
With braids
Such things, and in this case a patterned pillow - delicate, soft - make the house cozy. When it is knitted of thick threads, decorated with plaits, a warm, always comfortable sweater appears in front of your eyes by analogy.
There are many options with braids for knitted pillowcases for sofa cushions.
Additional Information! You can come up with unusual drawings with patterns yourself. They look great (this is always a win-win option), it is very interesting to work on such a product.
It is suggested to knit pillows with braids with cotton threads (50 g / 73 m). For work, knitting needles No. 4.5 are taken.
The pillowcase is knitted square, measuring 40.5 x 40.5 cm.The knitting density is: ten loops, 26 rows in a 10 x 10 cm square.
Or this option. A yarn of 280 m / 100 g is taken - the composition as a percentage (2 viscose-48 acrylic-50 wool). Knitting needles N 6, hook N 4.5 are suitable, the product is knitted square (40 x 40 cm).
Additional Information! The product is knitted with a thread folded in half.
Video to help:
Round pillow
Materials for work:
- Yarn (100% cotton) brown and green, about 40m / 100g in length - eight balls each.
- The pillow is knitted with a diameter of about 70 cm, or an option - 20 cm in height, half a meter in diameter.
- The needles will fit 12.75 mm.
Video selection to help you work:
Pillow decoration
For this purpose, you can take as accessories:
- lace;
- buttons.
Or do it yourself:
- pom-poms;
- brushes;
- fringe.
Models for children can be decorated with felt, textile elements (suede, velor, microfiber, etc. are suitable) with fishing line, beads, etc.: you can endlessly fantasize.
Features of knitted covers
The most interesting can be called products created from:
- from separate blanks in the form of squares, they are either sewn together, making the canvas a single one, or they are tied;
- fragmentary motives - the base is made integral, the drawing on it is divided into multi-colored and differently patterned squares;
- from a thread called grass - it is always popular, looks spectacular on any product (pillows are no exception), and is very simple to make.
Needlewomen will also be interested in models decorated with embroidery, made with openwork knitting (work is done on knitting needles). For this, thin threads are taken, an unusual accent is added.
In addition, the yarn can be combined: for example, in this way - acrylic + "grass".
A pillow is an indispensable attribute of any home. It is necessary for a night's sleep, rest during the day, it is a great decor item for a living room, bedroom, child's room. It is especially pleasant when it is a hand-knitted accessory.
Video: do-it-yourself pillow case on knitting needles
Options for knitted pillows in the photo
