Free Knitting Pillow Patterns

Indulge in comfort that speaks volumes about your style and skill, by knitting up some grand pillows with these free knitting pillow patterns. It's incredible how a small and basic home essential like these can greatly spruce things up, around your living space, without over-spicing your style cuisine. If you've been feeling a monotony in your interior decor lately and want to make some changes without spending big bucks, then some hand-knitted pillows will serve the purpose amazingly well, I tell you.

I must say I'm very pleased with how this list has turned out, as it features some really charming patterns that might want you to do more than just add color pops with pillows. I'm afraid to say it, but some of these are so cool, you may want to redo your whole decor so the new pillows blend in well instead of the other way around. What you will notice and possibly appreciate is how most of them feature minimal designs and the concept is that 'less is more. However, the little touches of fringes and tassels are really charming and although optional, they seem kind of mandatory.

#1 Cable Knit Pillow

Make a modern and stunning knit pillow with the Cable Knit Pillow Pattern. The cable knit braids are a fun touch that would spruce up an old couch beautifully. You can make these pillows for your living room or the chairs in your bedroom. Pick a color that complements your interior choices and enjoy the results. Patterns from Ravelry

#2 Knit Alien Pillows

Let the aliens invade your living space for a fun party. This pattern is a great choice for making your kid’s favorite pillows that would go great with their room décor, particularly if they enjoy sci-fi. You will be needing some super chunky yarn, and these will be easy and fun to make. You can also replace your regular pillows with these temporarily if you’ve got some naughty little kids coming over for a party. Patterns from Yarnspirations

#3 Moroccan Summer Knit Pillow

If you’ve been looking for a knit pillow pattern to make some elegant pieces for your living space, the Moroccan Summer Pillow is a good choice. This would go great with some elegant and laid-back furniture choices. You can make it in neutral colors if the rest of your interior décor is neutral too, and you can also use this pattern as an opportunity to introduce a pop of color. Patterns from Ravelry

#4 Chunky Bobble Pillow

Bobbles are so dope and trendy, not to mention so much fun to knit! If you enjoy some cute bobbles on your décor, then this Chunky Bobble Pillow Pattern will be happiness in yarn for you. Pair it with a matching throw and your couch will be best dressed to host your guests. Patterns from Whimsy North

#5 Texture and Fringe Knit Pillow

In love with this totally stunning knit pillow. It is super textured with a yum feel when you run your fingers across it, and the fringes spice the look in just the right amount. Make this extremely gratifying cushion and enjoy the many compliments and queries that come your way. Whatever your other interior choices, a cushion-like this is bound to catch your eyes. Patterns from Yarnspirations

#6 The Elegant Stripes Pillow

The Elegant Stripes Pillow is a delish choice for adding some finishing touches to your living room. It is knit as one piece on the side and the seams are sewn to create the pillow cover. You can make a bunch of these in different neutral colors, some with buttons and some without, and the aesthetic would be amazing. Patterns from Ravelry

#7 Hurdle Stitch Knit Pillow

So eye-catching and bright! A lovely choice for your favorite chair. I would place a pillow like this on a rocking chair by the window. The incredible bit of news is that being a beginner at knitting won’t be a hurdle if you’ve set your heart out for this pattern. The Hurdle Stitch uses the basic knit and purl technique. Also, the Hurdle Stitch is totally reversible, and it looks great on pillows and throws. Patterns from Gina Michele

#8 Fringed Knit Lumbar Pillow

Looking for a luxurious pillow addition to your latest sofa purchase? This corner-to-corner pillow is a great statement piece for any living space and particularly a couch bought with big bucks! It’s a unique pillow pattern, that you can personalize by opting for tassels in a different color and size. You can also applique some motif in the top-right if you want to. Patterns from Yarnspirations

#9 Chunky Throw Pillow

The Chunky Throw Pillows are super cute and subtle pieces that would get along well with any kind of décor without throwing any tantrums. It’s insane how these pretty little cushions are super quick knits. These pillows are knit in the round. You will need to work with two strands of yarn held together as a single strand, and at the end, the open edges are seamed together. The Garter pillow is easy to make, however, the Herringbone knit pillow requires more advanced knitting skills. Patterns from Knifty Knittings

#10 Herringbone Stitch Pillow

The Herringbone Stitch Pillow has a lovely design that would complement modern and minimal space, perfectly. The Herringbone Stitch requires at least intermediate-level knitting skills, so if you’re only just a beginner at knitting, you might want to come back for it after you’ve practiced knitting a bit more. This cushion would be a thoughtful gift for a friend who’s moved to a new place recently, so if you have a friend who just did, you know what to gift them. Patterns from Lion Brand

#11 Knit Moon Baby Pillow

How can one not ‘aw’?! The Knit Moon Baby Pillows are the cutest thing ever. So apt for a baby’s nursery, I’m gonna sit and stare at them for a good moment. Wow! If you’ve got a baby on the way, knit these cuties to warmly welcome them. This pattern is a great choice for a baby shower gift and even for decorating a child’s bedroom. Patterns from Yarnspirations

#12 Knit Basket Weave Pillow

The Knit Basket Weave Pillow is coziness personified. In my opinion, chunky yarn and big bulky knits are cozier than anything else, so if you’ve been looking for a pillow over similar lines, you’ve come to the right place. With this amazing pattern, you can make a cushion ditto like the ones you’ve been eyeing at the stores, and it will be so much more empowering knowing you made it yourself. Patterns from Just Crafty Enough

#13 Smushion Pillow

The neat and textured smooshy cushion cover is worked in the round. You will be knitting a series of cables, both thick and thin on the front, and you will be using moss stitch to add texture in the back. If you want the cover to be removable for cleaning purposes, then you can add a most stitch button flap. Patterns from Ravelry

#14 Knit Rocket Ship Pillow

Here comes the perfect pillow choice for a little one who loves learning about space and owning space-themed goodies. You will enjoy shaping this pillow just as much they will enjoy owning it. Use some nice colors of yarn to make a bright and exciting rocket. The fiery tassels at the bottom are the perfect touch to keep the rocket depiction looking as close to real as possible. Wow! Patterns from Yarnspirations

#15 Lattice Cable Pillow Pattern

Who wouldn’t enjoy some handmade pizzaz to spice up their décor choice with just a simple yet elegant knit pillow pattern? You will be pleased to learn that although the interwoven cables in this pattern might look complicated, they are not. Even beginners can get them right as long as they are careful with placing and weaving the 2-over-2 cables woven together to create a design of diamonds. This pattern uses super bulky yarn, so it’s a quick knit. Yet another convincer, although we were already sold! Patterns from All Free Knitting

Free Knitting Pillow Patterns – In Conclusion

Pillows are essential home goods that you need for ensuring time well spent when relaxing or sleeping, so obviously you can't compromise on the comfort. However, comfort isn't the only noun you want to be associated with your hand-knitted pillows. Wouldn't you want your bespoke, self-knitted stars to truly shine? That is where these gorgeous free knitting patterns come in and help you learn the right way to make the pillows you would never want to part with. And for free!? Get those needles clicking then, girls.