The Hygge Diamond Pillow features 2 gorgeous yarns, a ton of texture, and is just what you need to finish off that handmade vibe in your space! And it's a free crochet pillow pattern on Moogly!
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Two Great Yarns are Better Together!
To create the Hygge Diamond Pillow, I used Red Heart Hygge Charm for the diamond side. It's sparkly, easy to crochet with, and really makes those diamonds pop!
On the other side, I used Red Heart Hygge - so fuzzy and soft! This side contrasts beautifully with the "hard" diamonds, and gives you two looks in one!
Top it All Off with Poms!
Pom poms on the corners of pillows are all the rage right now - and it's a great way to use up the leftover bits of yarn when you've finished crocheting the pillow! The Red Heart Hygge Charm works best for the poms, but they are of course completely optional. You can even use Faux Fur poms or tassels if you like!
Create Your Own Hygge Diamond Pillow!
The Hygge Diamond Pillow is easy to customize - from colors to corners! I went with white for a versatile look - this works for your winter wonderland, boho, and texture on texture looks. But feel free to mix it up and make it your own!
One last thing to note - I used a 20" pillow form to stuff a 16" cover. This creates a super puffy and firm pillow! For a softer pillow, go with an 18" pillow form. You do always want to go a little over for fluffiness!
Hygge Diamond Pillow
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US - J, 6.0mm - Furls
575 yds Red Heart Hygge Charm (4 - Medium/UK: 10-12 ply; 98 g/7 oz, 395 meters/432 yards)
Colorway Shown: Starlight (2 balls)
130 yds Red Heart Hygge (5 - Bulky/UK: 12-14 ply; 141 g/5 oz, 121 meters/132 yards)
Colorway Shown: Pearl (1 ball)
Clover Pom Pom Maker (optional)
Gauge: 14 sts x 10 rows = 4"/10cm in either pattern used
Size: Makes 16" x 16" pillow, excluding poms
Stitch Multiple: mult of 4 plus 3 (diamond side only)
Helpful Links and Tutorials:
FSC - Foundation Single Crochet
CSDC - Chainless Starting Double Crochet
NOTE:
The Red Heart Hygge Charm is held doubled throughout the Diamond Side. The Red Heart Hygge is not doubled for the Solid Side. For more on yarn held doubled, click here.
This pattern uses the FSC which negates the need for a foundation chain. If preferred, chain 56, skip the ch closest to the hook, and sc in each rem ch for the first row of either side of the pattern.
Additionally, this pattern uses the CSDC, which takes the place of a turning chain or other dc substitute in the first st of some rows. If preferred, use a ch 3 and count that as the first dc of the row, or use your preferred dc dubstitute.
SPECIAL ABBREVIATION:
Fptr2tog – front post treble two together decrease: [yo twice and insert hook around indicated st from front of work, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through two loops twice] two times, yo and pull through all three loops on hook.
INSTRUCTIONS
Diamond Side: Use Red Heart Hygge Charm, held doubled.
Row 1: FSC 55; turn. (55 sts)
Row 2: CSDC, dc in each rem st across; turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in the first 3 sts, fptr2tog working first half of st in 2nd st of row below previous row, skip 3 sts on that row, and working the second half of st in next st, skip the st behind the post st just made, sc in the next 3 sts, *fptr2tog working first half around same st as second half of previous post st, skip 3 sts on that row, and working the second half of st in next st, skip the st behind the post st just made, sc in the next 3 sts; rep from * across, turn.
Row 4: Rep Row 2.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in the first st, fptr around first post st in row below previous row, skip the st behind the post st just made, sc in the next 3 sts, *fptr2tog working first half of st in previous post st in row below previous row, and second half of st in next post st in row below previous row, skip the st behind the post st just made, sc in the next 3 sts; rep from * across until 2 sts rem, fptr in last post st in row below previous row, sc in last st, turn.
Row 6: Rep Row 2.
Row 7: Ch 1, sc in the first 3 sts, *fptr2tog working first half of st in previous post st in row below previous row, and second half of st in next post st in row below previous row, skip the st behind the post st just made, sc in the next 3 sts; rep from * across, turn.
Row 8 - 41: Rep Rows 4-7, ending on a Row 5 rep, or until piece measures 16"; break yarn.
Solid Side: Use Red Heart Hygge, held singly (as usual).
Row 1: FSC 55; turn. (55 sts)
Row 2: CSDC, dc in each rem st across; turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across; turn.
Rows 4 - 41: Rep Rows 2 and 3 or until piece measures 16"; break yarn.
Assembly:
Use stitch markers to hold two pieces Wrong Sides together. Using Hygge Charm held doubled, sc through both layers, working 3 sc in each corner. Be sure to insert pillow form before finishing seam. Join and break yarn, weave in ends.
Optional:
Use pom pom maker to make 4 poms and attach to corners of pillow.
I hope you enjoyed making the Hygge Diamond Pillow free crochet pattern! I can’t wait to see your finished projects! If this free crochet pillow pattern does inspire you to make your own, and you post a photo on social media, be sure to tag me @mooglyblog or #mooglyblog so I can check it out too! I love seeing what you make!
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Elaine
Could I please have this pattern posted if possible, I have no computers or home internet etc.
Tamara Kelly
Hi Elaine! I'm afraid I don't offer a mail service at this time. Perhaps your local library could help you print it out?
Chelsea
Hi, any chance I could use a bulky yarn for the diamond side instead of doubling the yarn? Or is there a specific reason to double aside from getting to use the same yarn for both sides with different effects?
Tamara Kelly
It was just to get the same weight, so as long as you end up with the same weight/gauge for both sides you're all set! 🙂
Chelsea
Sorry second question. Does the paid version contain a chart by any chance? Thanks!
Tamara Kelly
No chart for this one I'm afraid, charting this stitch is a bit above my graphic design skill level.
Nancy
I love this pillow and cannot wait to get mine finished. I have an issue with the Hygge side though. My gauge is slightly larger (13 sts x10 rows), but I am out of yarn and only 27 rows in. Should the pattern be written for the 8 oz. skein of Hygge? Has anyone else had this issue? Thank you.
Tamara Kelly
Hm, I haven't heard of this issue, but I'm wondering if you held it doubled too? Only the Charm size is held doubled.
Nancy
I didn't hold it double, but on further investigation, I realize my gauge is off enough that I need to reduce my stitch number to 50/row to reach 16". I'm ripping out and trying that. Do you use pretty much the whole skein of hygge?
Tamara Kelly
Yes, I did use pretty much the whole skein.
Raj
I love all your pattern but could you post a video of this pattern please.
Tamara Kelly
Thank you so much! The video for this pattern is linked above, and at https://www.mooglyblog.com/hygge-diamond-pillow-tutorial/ 🙂
Katelynn W.
Hi! Thank you for the lovely pattern! How could I modify this pattern to fit a 12 x 12 inch pillow?
Tamara Kelly
Hi Katelynn! Thank you! You'd want to start with 43 sts, and then just work until it's square. 🙂