Garter Ridge Pillow by Kristin Nicholas

Garter Ridge Pillow

Knitting
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
8 stitches and 18 rows = 4 inches
US 7 - 4.5 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
4.0 mm (G)
372 yards (340 m)
English
This pattern is available for free.

Skill Level
Intermediate

Finished Measurements
Approximately 13” square

Materials

  • Julia from Nashua Handknits: 50% Wool, 25% Alpaca, 25% Mohair, 50 grams (1.75 oz) = approx. 93 yards (85 meters): Color A: Purple Basil NHJ3158 – 2 skeins, Color B: Lady’s Mantle NHJ3961 – 1 skein, Color C: Gourd NHJ1784 – 1 skein for embroidery
  • Small amount of scrap yarn.
  • Circular needle (29”) in size 7 and 8
  • Crochet hook in size G. Tapestry needle for embroidery.
  • Polyfil stuffing or 14” down pillow form to fit.
  • One half yard backing fabric
  • Sewing thread and needle for attaching backing fabric to knitted pillow.

Gauge
On size 8 needles in St st, 18 sts = 4”. Take time to save time, check your gauge.