Lavender Bundle Hug Pillow Crochet Free Pattern

Lavender Bundle Hug Pillow Crochet Free Pattern

Introduction

This Lavender Bundle Hug Pillow is a soft, huggable cylindrical cushion that looks just like a little bunch of lavender stems tied with a ribbon. It is written for beginners, using only single crochet, simple increases and decreases, and a bit of easy assembly. Worked in ice blue DK cotton with two silver bands and a tiny silver bow, it has a smooth, firm, squishy feel that is lovely on a sofa, a bed, or a reading chair. The straight tube shape with rounded ends makes it a quick, satisfying project you can finish in a few evenings.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: DK weight cotton. Color A (ice blue): approx. 200 yd (183 m). Color B (silver): approx. 50 yd (46 m).
• Hook: 3.5 mm (US E-4), or the size needed to match gauge.
• Notions: Stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors, polyester fiberfill for stuffing, sewing pins (optional).
• Finished size: Approx. 12 in (30 cm) long x 6 in (15 cm) diameter.

Abbreviations

• ch – chain: make a loop of yarn and pull it through the loop on your hook.
• sc – single crochet: insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through both loops.
• inc – increase: work 2 single crochet into the same stitch.
• dec – decrease: work 2 single crochet together into one stitch.
• MR – magic ring: an adjustable loop used to start working in the round.
• sl st – slip stitch: insert hook, yarn over, pull through both the stitch and the loop on your hook.
• st(s) – stitch(es).
• rnd(s) – round(s).

Gauge

20 sc x 22 rnds = 4 in (10 cm) in continuous single crochet. To check, crochet a small flat swatch in the round and measure a 4 in (10 cm) section; adjust your hook size if needed.

Tips Before You Start

• Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round, since the body is worked in continuous rounds without joining.
• Stuff the body firmly but evenly as you go near the end, so the cylinder keeps its shape.
• Keep your tension consistent so the two domed ends match in size.
• Make the bands after the body so you can check they slip over the finished pillow comfortably.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pillow Body (Color A)

Work in continuous rounds. Do not join or turn unless stated.

Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring (6 sts).

Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sts).

Rnd 3: [sc, inc] x6 (18 sts).

Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] x6 (24 sts).

Rnd 5: [3 sc, inc] x6 (30 sts).

Rnd 6: [4 sc, inc] x6 (36 sts).

Rnd 7: [5 sc, inc] x6 (42 sts).

Rnd 8: [6 sc, inc] x6 (48 sts).

Rnd 9: [7 sc, inc] x6 (54 sts).

Rnd 10: [8 sc, inc] x6 (60 sts).

Rnds 11-70: sc in each st around (60 sts).

Rnd 71: [8 sc, dec] x6 (54 sts).

Rnd 72: [7 sc, dec] x6 (48 sts).

Rnd 73: [6 sc, dec] x6 (42 sts).

Rnd 74: [5 sc, dec] x6 (36 sts).

Rnd 75: [4 sc, dec] x6 (30 sts).

Rnd 76: [3 sc, dec] x6 (24 sts).

Rnd 77: [2 sc, dec] x6 (18 sts).

Rnd 78: [sc, dec] x6 (12 sts).

Rnd 79: dec x6 (6 sts). Fasten off, weave tail through remaining sts, and pull tight.

Bands (Color B) – make 2

Set-up: Ch 61, join with sl st to form a ring, being careful not to twist.

Rnd 1: sc in each ch around (60 sts).

Rnds 2-3: sc in each st around (60 sts). Fasten off.

Bow (Color B)

Row 1: Ch 11, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across (10 sts).

Rows 2-6: sc in each st across (10 sts). Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

Finishing the bow: Wrap the long tail tightly around the center of the rectangle several times to cinch it into a bow shape, then secure the tail on the back.

Assembly and Finishing

Stuff the pillow body firmly and evenly, then close the final opening by weaving the tail through the last 6 sts and pulling tight. Slip the two silver bands over the outside of the pillow at roughly one-third and two-thirds of its length, spacing them evenly. Sew the bow to the front of one band at its center using the remaining tail. Weave in all ends securely. Gently shape and steam-block the pillow lightly to smooth the surface and even out the domed ends.

Pro Tips and Variations

• Swap the silver bands for a soft lavender or cream shade to change the look of the bundle.
• Add a few small crocheted leaves in green to the bow for a more botanical finish.
• Use a slightly larger hook for a looser, softer pillow, or a smaller hook for a firmer, denser cushion.