Hue + Me: On the Bias Throw Pillow
The On the Bias Throw Pillow is an exclusive pattern made in my brand new yarn, Hue + Me, produced in partnership with Lion Brand Yarn. Learn more about the yarn and collaboration here!
The simplicity of garter stitch is taken to the next level with this boldly striped modern throw pillow. Worked diagonally, the design showcases playful colors and simple textures, accented by oversized tassels. Scroll down for the free pattern, purchase a printer-friendly PDF of the On the Bias Throw Pillow pattern, or purchase the kit from Lion Brand with all the Hue + Me yarn you’ll need!
Hand knit items are, in my opinion, the absolute best accessory for any home. They offer such a classic, cozy feel and warm up a space instantly. They’re fun to make for yourself and even more special when given as a gift!
The On the Bias Throw Pillow is a striking, modern version of a knit pillow, complete with giant tassels for added attitude. Using any three colors of Hue + Me yarn, this pillow can be made to match any home decor. You can even make 3 pillows that match by alternating the colors on each one!
Worked up in beginner-friendly garter stitch, this pillow is extra squishy and just begs you to snug with it. Simple increases and decreases allow the pillow to be worked from one corner to another rather than one side to another, which gives it an even more contemporary vibe.
I loved pairing two of the darker colors in the palette (Peacoat and Arrowwood) with the luminescent light Haze to give it extra contrast, but truly any color combo in this yarn would be gorgeous.
You really can’t go wrong with any color combo in Hue + Me, so this could easily be worked up in any of them and look spectacular. It’s the perfect canvas to playfully show off your favorite shades or match them to school colors or any other inspo you can think of. Can’t decide on a combo? Check out this handy color theory guide to help you decide!
This is a beginner level knitting pattern and the techniques involved are the knit stitch, m1l and m1r increases, ssk and k2tog decreases, and carrying an unused color up the side of the work.
MATERIALS:
1 skein Lion Brand Yarn Hue + Me in Haze or approx 137yds/125m of another bulky weight (cat. 5) yarn for color A
1 skein Lion Brand Yarn Hue + Me in Peacoat or approx 137yds/125m of another bulky weight (cat. 5) yarn for color B
1 skein Lion Brand Yarn Hue + Me in Arrowwood or approx 137yds/125m of another bulky weight (cat. 5) yarn for color C
Size US 10.5 (6.5mm) knitting needles
Tapestry needle
16”/40.5cm pillow insert
FINISHED DIMENSIONS:
(A) Width: 16”/40.5cm
(B) Height: 16”/40.5cm
GAUGE:
11 sts + 22 rows = 4”/10cm in garter stitch
ABBREVIATIONS:
*All Two of Wands patterns are written in standard US terms
CO – cast on
K – knit
K2tog – knit 2 together
M1l – make 1 left
M1r – make 1 right
Rep – repeat
RS – right side
SSK – slip, slip, knit
St(s) – stitch(es)
Notes: Pillowcase is worked diagonally from corner to corner first by increasing at both ends every other row and then by decreasing at both ends every other row. Do not cut yarns to change color during striped portion – instead, carry the unused color up the side of the work. Pillowcase is slightly smaller than pillow insert so it can be stretched taut over it.
Panels (make 2):
With color A, CO 3.
Row 1: K.
Row 2 (RS): K 1, m1r, K 1, m1l, K 1. (5 sts)
Row 3: K.
Row 4: K 1, m1r, K to last st, m1l, K 1. (7 sts)
Row 5: K.
Rows 6-53: Rep rows 4 and 5. (55 sts)
Change to color B.
Row 54: K 1, SSK, K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K 1. (53 sts)
Row 55: K.
Change to color C. Alternate colors B and C every 2 rows for remainder of panel.
Rows 56-103: Rep rows 54 and 55. (5 sts)
Row 104: SSK, K 1, K2tog. (3 sts)
Row 105: K.
Bind off. Secure and weave in all ends.
Seam 3 sides of pillowcase, then insert pillow and seam final side.
Tassels:
Cut eighty 12”/30.5cm lengths and eight 18”/46cm lengths of color C. Divide the 12”/30.5cm lengths into four groups of 20. Tie each bundle at the middle point with one of the 18”/46cm lengths. Fold each bundle in half so that the tie is at the tip of the loop created with the fold.
Tie crosswise around each folded bundle about 1”/2.5cm below the top of the fold with the remaining 18”/46cm lengths. Wrap the tails of the ties around and around the bundles and then thread them inside and down the middle of the bundles with a tapestry needle. Tie the tops of the tassels onto the four corners of the pillow and knot to secure. Thread the tails inside and down the middle of the tassels using a tapestry needle. Trim tassels to desired length.
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