Paintbox Yarns Elipse Puffy Cushion Crochet Pattern

Paintbox Yarns Ellipse Puffy Cushion: Beginner Crochet Project

What Is Being Made

The Ellipse Puffy Cushion is a decorative crochet cushion cover designed to fit a 45 cm (18 inch) circular cushion pad. This beginner-friendly project creates a finished cushion cover with a distinctive puffy texture and striped colorwork pattern, making it an ideal introductory project for those new to crochet.

Techniques Used

This cushion is constructed using two primary crochet techniques:

• Worked in the Round: The cushion is built from the centre outward in a circular construction method. Each round is joined with a slip stitch, creating a seamless circular shape that expands evenly from the center point.
• Stripes: The design incorporates colorwork through striped patterns, alternating between the four yarn colors (Mustard Yellow, Misty Grey, Pure Black, and Paper White) to create visual interest and depth.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch technique employed in this pattern is the cluster stitch, which is combined with chain stitches to create the textured, puffy appearance characteristic of this cushion. The pattern repeat consists of one cluster stitch followed by one chain stitch, which together form the foundation of the fabric structure. This combination creates the distinctive dimensional quality that gives the cushion its puffy aesthetic.

Materials Required

This project uses Paintbox Yarns Simply Chunky yarn in four coordinating colors:

• 3 × 100g balls in Mustard Yellow (Color A)
• 1 × 100g ball in Misty Grey (Color B)
• 2 × 100g balls in Pure Black (Color C)
• 1 × 100g ball in Paper White (Color D)

A 6mm crochet hook (UK size 4 / US size J/10) is required to work this pattern. The recommended tension (gauge) is 10 stitches and 6 rows measured over 10 cm (4 inches) of pattern repeat, using the specified hook size. A 45 cm (18 inch) circular cushion insert is needed to complete the finished project.

Pattern Notes and Considerations

This pattern is written using UK crochet terminology, with US terminology provided in parentheses for American crocheters. The cushion is worked on the wrong side throughout the construction process. Chain stitches worked after cluster stitches are included in the stitch count, which is important for maintaining accurate shaping and sizing. Checking tension (gauge) before beginning is essential, as incorrect tension will result in a cushion that does not fit the 45 cm insert properly and may require more or less yarn than specified.