Desert Mirage Tunisian Pillow Cover Free Pattern

Desert Mirage Tunisian Pillow Cover Free Pattern

Introduction

Capture the essence of a serene desert landscape with the Desert Mirage Tunisian Pillow Cover. This pattern combines intricate textures and warm hues to create a cozy, inviting home accent. Perfect for beginners, this project will not only enhance your crochet skills but also add a beautiful touch to your home decor.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in the following colors:
  • Sand
  • Terracotta
  • Sky Blue
• Hook: Tunisian crochet hook size J (6.0 mm)
• Gauge: 12 stitches and 14 rows = 4 inches in Tunisian simple stitch
• Pillow Form: 18x18 inches

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Foundation Chain: Begin by making a foundation chain of 50 stitches. Ensure your chain is not too tight to allow for easy movement of the stitches.
2. Row 1: Work in Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS) across the foundation chain. To do this, insert your hook into the second chain from the hook, yarn over, and pull up a loop. Continue this across the row until you have 50 loops on your hook.
3. Rows 2-10: Continue working in TSS for 9 more rows. Change colors every two rows:
   • Rows 2 and 3: Sand
   • Rows 4 and 5: Terracotta
   • Rows 6 and 7: Sand
   • Rows 8 and 9: Terracotta
   • Row 10: Sand
4. Row 11: Switch to sky blue yarn and work in Tunisian Knit Stitch (TKS) for added texture. To do TKS, insert your hook into the front of the stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, and then yarn over again to pull through two loops on your hook.
5. Rows 12-20: Alternate between TSS and TKS for each row, maintaining the color pattern:
   • Row 12: TSS (Sky Blue)
   • Row 13: TKS (Sky Blue)
   • Row 14: TSS (Sky Blue)
   • Row 15: TKS (Sky Blue)
   • Row 16: TSS (Sky Blue)
   • Row 17: TKS (Sky Blue)
   • Row 18: TSS (Sky Blue)
   • Row 19: TKS (Sky Blue)
   • Row 20: TSS (Sky Blue)
6. Rows 21-30: Return to TSS with sand and terracotta, creating a mirrored stripe pattern:
   • Rows 21 and 22: Sand
   • Rows 23 and 24: Terracotta
   • Rows 25 and 26: Sand
   • Rows 27 and 28: Terracotta
   • Rows 29 and 30: Sand
7. Bind Off: Once you have completed 30 rows, bind off your work. To bind off, work one TSS, then pull the first stitch over the second stitch on your hook. Continue this until all stitches are bound off. Weave in any loose ends using a tapestry needle.
8. Assembly: Fold the piece in half, right sides together. Using a whip stitch, seam the sides together. Make sure to keep your stitches even for a neat finish.
9. Finishing Touch: Turn the pillow cover right side out and insert your 18x18 inch pillow form. Adjust the pillow to ensure it fits snugly inside the cover.

Congratulations! You have successfully created your very own Desert Mirage Tunisian Pillow Cover. Enjoy the warmth and beauty it brings to your home!