Crochet cushion covers for a sofa. Openwork cover for a round pillow with a crochet pattern. Knitting various pillow patterns

/ 02/20/2016 at 22:51

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If you have time and patience, and you can’t imagine yourself without needlework, then you’ve probably thought about how to decorate your home. After all, home comfort cannot be imagined without cute little things created for the interior with your own hands. It is from such things that a special energy comes, which creates a warm homely atmosphere.

It somehow happens to me that I don’t often make things for home decor. I prefer making clothes. But then the desire arose to create something from this series and start with pillows. For some reason, they are the ones most associated with home comfort, relaxation and some special warmth, the feeling of which only a home environment can give.

And so, before coming up with something of my own, using existing materials, I decided to look for ideas on the vast expanses of the Internet.

And having seen enough of it, I wanted to systematize these ideas a little and make an article in which I would consider various knitted pillows with diagrams and descriptions. More precisely, we will talk about knitted pillow covers.

So, let's start the review by describing the general principles of working on creating pillow covers, and then consider their various possible options.

It is noteworthy that knitting pillow covers does not require special patterns or descriptions (except for rare, very difficult to make items). You just need to look carefully at the chosen model, and it immediately becomes clear how it needs to be knitted using the patterns already in your arsenal.

Any beginning knitter can master knitting such things. It’s easy to learn and hone your knitting skills on pillows. After all, in fact, you don’t need to knit any complex details - we just knit an even rectangle or square, and that’s all.

So, before we start work, we select the pillow on which we will knit a cover and measure it.

We knit a small sample from the yarn, with the knitting needles and the pattern that we chose for work. We calculate the knitting density. Then we estimate the dimensions of the cover parts. They must be at least 1 cm larger than the size of the pillow so that it fits properly in it. Moreover, we take into account that some part will get on the seams.

We cast on loops and knit a rectangle or square of the desired size. Moreover, you can knit only one, the upper part of the cover, and the lower part can be cut out of some dense fabric that matches the color of the knitted fabric.

Or you can spend more time and knit both halves of the cover. What if you have to turn the pillow on all sides? Everywhere needs to be beautiful.

After the parts are knitted, we sew along the edges on three sides, placing the parts face to face. Then we turn it inside out. For fastening, we sew a zipper along the edges of the open part of the cover.

Note. You can “sew” the parts together using a crochet stitch along the face. At the same time, in addition to connecting the parts, you can also additionally make a beautiful crochet binding - even with cloves, even with lace, even with ruffles - a matter of taste and imagination.

Depending on the type of pattern used to knit the cover, you can knit a continuous long piece at once. Then simply fold it in half, face inward, and sew the sides together.

You can make a pillow cover in the form of an envelope with a patch flap and fasten it with buttons. But in my opinion, this option is not very practical for use: the welt loops often stretch and the buttons come undone. But that’s just how you like it.

Now let's look at the options.

The simplest pillows

Such pieces are suitable for beginner knitters, as well as those who prefer a minimalist style in the interior. They are carried out by the most simple patterns, but you must admit, there is something in this too. Moreover, as you can see, the yarn and knitting needle can be taken quite thick, which will allow you to knit the cover very quickly.

The blue pillow is made in the most ordinary way garter stitch, and the gray one has a pattern reminiscent of a wicker basket for berries. At the request of readers, I provide a diagram and description of this pattern:

Pillows with openwork patterns

Here you just need to choose the openwork pattern you like and knit the details of the case with it. You can knit the upper half of the cover with an openwork pattern, and the lower half, for example, stockinette stitch.

If desired, you can sew beads on the openwork fabric and thread a satin ribbon somewhere into the holes. Only under such a cover you need to additionally hem some fabric of a contrasting color so that the openwork looks more expressive.

You can crochet additional decorations and sew them on top, decorating them with beads. Like, for example, this pillow with a heart and crocheted flowers.

Cushions with jacquard patterns

It’s the same here - choose the jacquard pattern you like, select the yarn - and go!

An interesting solution is obtained using different colors in openwork wavy patterns. Knitting is not difficult, but it turns out beautifully. We select the colors and width of the stripes to suit your taste.

Cushion covers assembled from individual elements

Such covers can be made either plain or multi-colored. The idea is that different pieces are knitted and then joined into a single whole. Moreover, the direction of knitting when assembling these “spare parts” can be different, which, in fact, gives the product a special charm.

In this photo, the pillow on the right is made using this technique: individual rectangles are knitted with a pattern of stripes with offset loops, which are connected in different directions of the knitting stroke.

For variants of covers assembled from individual elements, you can profitably use leftover yarn. Here are the pillows assembled from multi-colored elements:

The cover for the first pillow is sewn from separate strips made with the pattern “ Braids» from yarn of different colors. And for the second pillow, scraps are simply knitted in different patterns and from different yarns.

Very often there are pillows left over from old sofas that are a pity to throw away, but they don’t really suit the design of the room. These pillows can be decorated and transformed with a handmade cover. Today we will talk about how to crochet a beautiful pillow storage case yourself, easily and simply. Using a simple technique, we will not only decorate an old pillow, but also refresh the interior of the room.

Knowing how to crochet allows you to create truly amazing things.

Interesting video on the topic:

We begin to knit a pillow cover using a hook according to the diagrams

We will need: yarn of the required color, hook No. 3.

Let's look at some loops:

Double crochet stitch - knitted like a single crochet stitch, but from left to right.

Bump - knit 5 single crochets from the 1st loop closed together.

Working on the back and front parts

You need to cast on a chain of 69 air loops (the number of loops is adjusted according to the size of the pillow).

Knit, alternating rows of double crochets and single crochets.

Total height 40 cm.

Cast on 69 chain stitches and knit according to the pattern.

1st r. Double crochets are worked to the end of the row.

2nd r. Single crochets are knitted.

3rd r. Knitted similarly to the 1st.

4th r. Knit similarly to row 2. All even rows are knitted in this way.

7, 9, 11, 13 rows. Knit 7 double crochets, a “bump”, 53 double crochets, again a “bump” and then 7 double crochets.

15th r. Knit 7 double crochets, “bump”, 11 double crochets, then the combination: “bump”, 2 double crochets. Repeat the combination 9 times. After this we knit a “bump”, 11 double crochets, a “bump”, 7 double crochets.

All odd rows from 17 to 33. Knit 7 double crochets, “bump”, 11 double crochets, “bump”, 29 double crochets, “bump”, 11 double crochets, “bump”, 7 double crochets.

35th r. Knit similarly to the 15th row.

All odd rows 37 to 43 are knitted similarly to row 7.

45th r. Knit similarly to row 5.

Rows 47 and 49. Knitted with double crochets.

Fasten and break the thread.

Sew the front and back pieces together, leaving one side unsewn. We tie the edges of the product with a series of double crochets and “crawfish step”. The case is ready for use. By putting it on the pillow, you can sew up the open edge, but you can also sew on buttons and loops for easy removal and washing.

By knitting a pillow cover according to this pattern, you will get such a cute product as in the photo.

There are many ways to add touching coziness to your home - pay attention to - one of these options! Try it too!

For a detailed master class, watch the video.

We create a round-shaped case with diagrams and descriptions

To do this you will need: yarn of the desired color (or several colors), hook number 3.

The cover for a round pillow is knitted in two parts.

To get started, you need to attach any thin fabric to the pillow and trace it. Then cut out the resulting circle from the fabric. We will use it to guide the size of the pillow.

The photo shows an example of tying fabric for a pillow cover.

Here's another DIY useful for your home: - a fun knitted accent for your kitchen!

In the photo provided, you can see that a chain of air loops is knitted from white threads, and a three-dimensional pattern is knitted with yellow thread. Having knitted a certain length, you can sew it to the fabric so as not to make a mistake with the length.

For a three-dimensional pattern, you need to cast on 20 air loops from the base threads. From the threads that will be used for the voluminous pattern (yellow in the photo), knit the combination: 1 single crochet, skip 1 stitch, 5 double crochets, skip 1 loop. Repeat this combination to knit a pattern. The number of double crochets can also be adjusted.

When the first round is completed, without tearing off the thread, knit the second round. You need to apply the pattern in a spiral. By sewing the turns closer together, you get a more voluminous cover. An example in the photo below.

Knit the second side in the same way as the first side.

After finishing the knitting, the sides of the pillowcase should be carefully sewn to the pillow itself. Threads for sewing should be selected according to the color of the yarn itself. They will not be visible behind the pattern.

An example of the resulting round pillowcase can be seen in this photo.

Here are a few more options. So, for inspiration:

Thus, after studying the proposed patterns, you can knit a cover with your own hands very quickly. The accessory turns out to be original and will look beautiful in any interior. The case will look especially elegant, the master class of which is specially posted in a separate article at the link.

Be sure to watch this video:

Pillows have been around since time immemorial. At excavations of ancient Egyptian burials, pillows were found on which the pharaohs slept without fear of damaging their complex hairstyle; they were wooden tablets with images of gods on stands. In Japan, geishas slept on similar structures to protect their expensive hair styling. History knows porcelain, metal, stone pillows, as well as those decorated with precious metals and stones. At different times, pillows were made from leather, fabrics, stuffed with feathers, down and dry hay or straw, and decorated with multi-colored embroidery, lace and laces with tassels.

At all times, and even more so now, pillows serve not only for sleeping. They are used for decoration and creating a certain style in the interior, for comfortable sitting on hard chairs, tiny sachet pillows give a completely unique aroma to the atmosphere in the rooms, funny pillows in the form of funny cats, lambs and much more will make the atmosphere in the children's room bright and will be excellent toys for kids. And is it worth mentioning “heart” pillows as gifts for Valentine’s Day?!

Square and round, pillows in the form of cylinders and polygons, huge and very tiny, any of these products can be created with your own hands, crocheted, for example. At the same time, practical needlewomen often knit not the pillow itself, but a cover for it, which can be easily removed and washed without damaging the stuffing material.

One of the simplest crochet patterns is the granny square. At the same time, from such easy-to-execute motifs you can create very beautiful and surprisingly cozy decorative items. Another lovely thing about the granny square is that you can use a variety of leftover yarn. The result is an original, bright and cute pillow.

Granny square pillow.

Creating a pillow from such motifs is quite simple; the size of the square can be adjusted by decreasing or increasing the number of rows, and the use of multi-colored yarn will allow you to create a product that is ideal for a specific interior. Motifs can also be combined in different variations, which leaves even more room for creativity and imagination.

Connect a chain of 5 airs into a ring. loops

First row. Knit 4 times, 3 tbsp. double crochet, alternating triples 1 air. loop. At the beginning of the row, replace the first st. with a double crochet for 3 air. lifting loops, complete row 3 connection. Art.
Second row. At 1 air. knit a row loop (3 chain stitches, 2 double crochet stitches + 1 double crochet stitch + 3 double crochet stitches), *1 double crochet stitch. loop, in the next 1 air. knit a loop (3 double crochets + 1 double crochet + 3 double crochets) *, knit from * to * 2 more times. Finish 3 connections. Art.
Third row. At 1 air. knit a loop (3 chain stitches, 2 double crochet stitches + 1 double crochet stitch + 3 double crochet stitches), *1 double crochet stitch. loop, in the next 1 air. knit a loop 3 tbsp. with double crochet, 1 air. loop, in the next 1 air. knit a loop (3 double crochets + 1 double crochet + 3 double crochets) *, knit from * to * 2 more times, 1 double crochet. loop, 3 tbsp. with a double crochet. loop of the row below, 1 air. loop, 3 connections Art.
Continue knitting according to the pattern to the desired size.

Below are several photo examples of the layout of “granny squares”.

Elegant square pillow in vintage style.

This pillow is also knitted from motifs, but made from yarn of the same color will create a completely different atmosphere than a “granny square”.

Close a chain of 5 airs into a ring. loops

First row. Tie 3 air into a ring. lifting loops, 15 tbsp. double crochet Finish 1 connection. column
Second row. Knit 1 tbsp into each stitch of the row. double crochet + 1 air. a loop. In the first case, instead of 1 tbsp. with a crochet knit 3 air. lifting loops. Complete 1 connection. column.
Third row. In Art. with the row below, knit 1 tbsp. with double crochet, in air. knit loops 2 tbsp. double crochet First Art. double crochet, replace with 3 chain stitches. lifting loops, complete 1 connection. column.
Fourth row. 1 air lifting loop, *arch of 10 air. fasten the loops through 2 loops of the row below 1 st. single crochet, arch of 3 air. fasten the loops through 2 loops of the row below 1 st. single crochet, arch of 5 air. fasten loops through 2 loops 1 tbsp. single crochet, arch of 3 air. fasten loops through 2 loops 1 tbsp. without crochet *, knit from * to * 3 more times, finish 1 connection. column.
Fifth row. In arches of 10 air. knit loops (5 double crochets + 3 double crochets + 5 double crochets), into arches of 3 double crochets. loops knit 1 tbsp. without crochet, in arches of 5 air. knit 7 stitches. double crochet Finish row 1 connection. column.
Sixth row. 3 air lifting loops, *5 air. loops, in an arch of 3 air. knit loops (1 single crochet + 3 chain stitches + 1 single crochet), 5 chain stitches. loops, 1 tbsp. double crochet in st. single crochet row below, 3 air. loops, 1 tbsp. Single crochet in 4th of seven stitches. double crochet, 3 air. loops, 1 tbsp. double crochet in st. single crochet row below *, knit from * to * 2 more times, 5 air. loops, in an arch of 3 air. knit loops (1 single crochet + 3 chain stitches + 1 single crochet), 5 chain stitches. loops, 1 tbsp. double crochet in st. single crochet row below, 3 air. loops, 1 tbsp. Single crochet in 4th of seven stitches. double crochet, 3 air. loops, finish 1 connection. column.
Seventh row. Knit st. double crochet loops of the bottom row. In the central loop of 4 corner arches of 3 air. knit stitches (1 double crochet stitch + 3 double crochet stitches + 1 double crochet stitch). Start row 3 air. lifting loops instead of 1 tbsp. with a double crochet, finish 1 connection. column.
Eighth row. Knit st. Single crochet in each stitch.

Pillow with bumps in the shape of a cushion.

Made from contrasting multi-colored yarn, this pillow is sure to enliven the interior. Knitted from 3 parts, cylindrical and 2 circles. A zipper can be sewn in at the junction to facilitate the process of stuffing and washing.

Crochet using thick threads with crochet number 4 and larger. Before work, knit a small sample to calculate the loops.

First row. 3 air lifting loops, 11 tbsp. double crochet Finish row 1 connection. column.
Second row. Work 2 tbsp into each stitch of the row below. double crochet, replacing the first st. with a double crochet for 3 air. lifting loops, finish row 1 connection. column.
Third row. Knit st. double crochet, knitting 2 tbsp in every second loop of the row. double crochet Start and end the row in the same way as the previous ones.
Fourth row. Knit 2 tbsp. double crochet in every third stitch of the row below.
Knit further according to the pattern. Knit the last eighth row without increasing stitches.

The cylindrical part is knitted in one rectangular fabric.

Dial a chain of air. loops

Knit 2 rows st. Single crochet in each stitch. Start rows 1 air. lifting loop. Then knit 1 row with “bumps” every 5 stitches, 3 rows of st. without a crochet and again 1 row with “bumps”, etc. to the required canvas size.

Knit the “bump” as follows. Knit 5 unfinished stitches. with a yarn over from one loop of the base (there are 6 loops on the hook), then knit all the loops into one.

Round flower pillow.

It will be necessary to knit 2 identical parts from rows 1 to 22, connect them and knit from rows 23 to 25. Crochet No. 2. The diameter of the pillow is 49 cm.

Connect a chain of 14 air into a ring. loops

First row. Knit 1 air into the ring. lifting loop (ignore), 24 tbsp. without a crochet. Finish with 1 connecting post.
Second row. Knit 8 arches from 4 air. loops, securing from 1 tbsp. Single crochet in every third stitch of the row below.
Third row. Knit 4 tbsp into each arch. double crochet, work 3 chain stitches between the four stitches. loops, in the first case replace 1 tbsp. with a double crochet for 3 air. lifting loops. Finish row 2 connection. in columns. The knitting has shifted by 1 stitch.
Fourth row. 3 air lifting loops, 2 tbsp. with a double crochet in 2 tbsp. double crochet row below, 3 tbsp. with a double crochet in 2 out of 3 airs. arch hinges, *3 air. loops over 2 loops of the row below, 3 tbsp. with a double crochet of 3 tbsp. double crochet row below, 3 tbsp. with a double crochet in 2 out of 3 air. arch loops *, knit from * to *, finish with 3 air. loops, 1 connecting post.
Knit further according to the pattern.

Star pillow.

You will need yarn of two contrasting colors. Knit the first 3 rows with white yarn, then alternate colors every 2 rows. Tie with red yarn and attach tassels to the ends of the “rays”. It is necessary to connect 2 parts.

Connect a chain of 6 air into a ring. loops

First row. 3 air lifting loops, 1 tbsp. double crochet, *2 air. loops, 3 tbsp. with a double crochet in a ring *, knit from * to * 4 more times, 2 air. loops, 1 tbsp. double crochet into a ring, 1 connecting stitch into the third lifting loop.
Second row. 3 air lifting loops, *in an arch of 2 air. knit loops (2 double crochet stitches + 3 double crochet stitches + 2 double crochet stitches), 1 tbsp. double crochet in the middle of three stitches. with the bottom row crochet *, knit from * to * 3 more times, in an arch of 2 air. knit loops (2 double crochet stitches + 3 double crochet stitches + 2 double crochet stitches), 1 connecting stitch in the third lifting loop.
Third row. 1 air lifting loop, *1 air. loop, in an arch of 3 air. knit loops (4 double crochet stitches + 2 double crochet stitches + 4 double crochet stitches), 1 double crochet stitch. loop, 1 tbsp. single crochet in 1 tbsp. with the row below *, knit from * to * 4 more times, replacing 1 tbsp in the last case. single crochet on 1 connecting post.
Knit further according to the pattern.

Heart pillow.

A charming pillow will not only decorate your home, but also an excellent romantic gift. Knit up and down from the original chain of air. loops It is necessary to connect 2 parts.

Dial a chain of 48 air. loops Mark the center with a contrasting thread for easy calculations when knitting.

First row. 1 air lifting loop, 22 st. without double crochet, knit in 2 central loops (1 single crochet + 2 chain stitches + 1 single crochet), 22 tbsp. without double crochet, tie 3 tbsp into the outer loop of the chain. without crochet, knit on the reverse side of the original chain 22 tbsp. Single crochet, skip 2 loops, 22 tbsp. without double crochet, knit 2 more loops into the first loop of the chain (from which the lifting loop is knitted). Finish with 2 connecting posts.
Second row. 1 lifting loop, 23 st. without double crochet, knit in 2 central loops (1 single crochet + 2 chain stitches + 1 single crochet), 23 tbsp. without double crochet, knit 2 tbsp into the 3 outer loops. without crochet, 21 tbsp. Single crochet, skip 2 stitches, 21 sts. without double crochet, knit 2 tbsp into the 3 outer loops. without a crochet. Finish with 2 connecting posts.
Knit according to this analogy according to the pattern.

Pillow sachet “Heart”.

This tiny sachet pillow will be an excellent fragrant detail for your interior decor. You can fill it with Provençal herbs, breathe in, close your eyes, and find yourself in the very heart of France.

For two parts, knit 6 circles according to pattern 1, connect them as shown in the picture and tie with a lace frill according to pattern 2.

Tie a chain of 4 chains into a ring. loops

First row. 3 air lifting loops, 19 st. with a double crochet, finish 1 connection. column.
Second row. Knit alternating 1 tbsp. double crochet and 1 air. loop, st. double crochet between st. with double crochets on the bottom row. First Art. double crochet, replace with 3 chain stitches. lifting loops. Finish 1 air. loop, 1 connection column.
Third row. In every 1 air. knit a loop of the row in 2 tbsp. without a crochet. First Art. single crochet replace with 1 air. lifting loop, finish 1 connection. column.
Fourth row. Between 2 tbsp. Single crochet, knit 1 tbsp. double crochet + 2 air. loops, first st. double crochet, replace with 3 chain stitches. lifting loops, finish row 2 air. loops, 1 connection column.

If you are interested in knitting, then you have probably not only been involved in making clothes, but also tried to make various interior items from threads to decorate your home. This is very important, because charming things for the home created with your own hands have wonderful good energy and create an atmosphere of warmth and comfort. Regardless of the era or fashion, knitted pillows, where the covers are knitted by hand, are of great importance. They can have different purposes and shapes, be square and rectangular, round and oval. In addition, knitted pillowcases can be made in the original form of a cushion or pouf.

If you have thick plush-like yarn in your arsenal of threads, you can knit an original pillow in the shape of lips.

To work, you will need three skeins of polyester yarn and number eight circular knitting needles. The size of the cover is sixty centimeters (cm) by forty, and the density of the fabric should be seven loops (P) and thirteen rows (R) in a square pattern of ten by ten cm. This original product gives the impression of a plush toy in the shape of lips in a bow, and is knitted quite easily . Both halves must be knitted exactly the same, in stocking stitch. At the same time, to achieve the desired shape of the fabric, it is necessary to periodically increase and decrease loops. The product can be an excellent gift for friends and family if you associate it with a suitable holiday, such as a birthday or New Year.

Principles and techniques of making covers

Making knitted pillowcases with your own hands is different in that this handicraft is quite easy to do. Here, only the diagram with a description that corresponds to the relief present on a particular pillow is used. Knitting pillows can be an excellent teaching example for beginning knitters, especially if the pillow shape is a rectangle:

Before you start knitting, you need to measure the pillow you have chosen in order to knit the corresponding cover with knitting needles. Then, as usual, you need to knit a sample to determine the density of the fabric. In this case, knitting the sample must be done with the same knitting needles and relief that you have chosen for the main fabric. Using the same knitting needles and the same pattern, you then need to knit the cover itself. The pillowcase should have dimensions that are at least a centimeter larger than the pillow, otherwise it will shrink inside the cover and lose its shape. We start knitting with a set of P, and continue to knit the shape we need with the selected pattern. If you don't have enough yarn, knit the top half of the pillowcase, and cut the bottom half out of fabric of a suitable shade. Having finished knitting, fold both halves of the pillow face inward and sew them together, then turning them right side out. After this, you need to sew a zipper onto the open area of the cover:

If the selected relief allows, the product is knitted in one continuous strip. Having finished knitting, fold it in half, right side inward, and then sew it on the sides:

Knitting various pillow patterns

In this lesson we will look at knitting simple pillow patterns. Even an inexperienced needlewoman can easily make such knitted pillows with her own hands. If women like a modern style that implies minimalism in the home, then you will like these models. For such pillows, you can choose the most primitive reliefs and patterns and knit them with thick threads, which looks quite original. Pay attention to what stylish models are obtained with this combination:

The blue pillow is knitted in garter stitch and decorated with large buttons. For the gray model, a woven relief was used, the diagram and description of which is here:

The next pattern is the pine cone pattern you see on these pillows:

The only difficulty is to arrange all the cones evenly, at the same distance from each other. The following pillows are knitted in the same way, but with different shades of yarn. Here, a triangular figure, knitted with a Pearl pattern, stands out in garter stitch. The decoration is a large bow made in garter stitch:

Now let's move on to looking at more complex knitting patterns. Specimens for which the “Scythe” or “Arana” relief is chosen look great. In this case, you can get creative and knit braids with the simplest displaced P, or aranas, where the relief is more complex and intricate:

A variety of braided braids look great with patterns like knit stitch, or other combinations of knit and purl stitches. The second group of models is made up exclusively of braids that are not diluted with other patterns:

Video: Cushion with a braid pattern

Openwork cushion covers

For a beautiful pillow with knitting needles with openwork, you just need to find a pattern you like, such as this one:

Often the openwork in the pillow is present only on the upper part of the cover. The bottom looks good when knitted in stockinette stitch. It’s easy to decorate this model by sewing matching beads or a thin satin ribbon to the pillowcase. The openwork relief looks very expressive if there is a pillowcase of a contrasting shade underneath. And here is a model with a heart-shaped openwork section, which is decorated with crocheted flowers and beads:

The following pillow with an openwork pattern is intended for wedding rings:

This wedding pillow model has an openwork knitted insert and is an important wedding accessory. For knitting you will need thin cotton yarn. The insert is knitted on thin, even needles No. 3.5. The pad is a square, the side of which is eighteen cm. The size of the openwork knitted insert is eleven by twenty-six cm. For knitting, you also need to stock up on a small pad of the same size and a light satin ribbon. The openwork insert pattern is knitted according to the pattern we give below:

Jacquard Cushion Covers

For lovers of jacquard patterns, we offer knitting pillows, decorated with colored patterns:

You just need to find a beautiful jacquard pattern and knit a pillowcase using it. Here, for example, is a very beautiful original diagram of a jacquard pattern that can be placed on a pillow: