Pop of Color Book Sleeve Pattern
FREE Crochet Pattern!
October is the perfect time to stitch something that doubles as décor and a thoughtful gift. The Pop of Color Crochet Accent Pillow pattern gives you a modern throw pillow with, ahem, pops of color, worked right into the fabric! Think autumn shades for a fall cozy home accent, bold brights for a kid’s room, or team colors for a men’s crochet gift idea that looks sharp on his sofa or game-day bed set.
When I hosted the Pop of Color Crochet Book Sleeve Crochet Along in 2024, y’all said that the process was quite addictive! So I’ve been wanting to teach another pattern using this design. The color scheme is so flexible! You could make them for Christmas, Valentine’s day and every season, and just change them out for instant decorative throw pillows!
One of my most popular patterns is the Pop of Color Basket Pattern – yet another free pattern here on the blog. Great for home storage, grouping gifts under the Christmas tree and toting your crochet projects around. I’ve popped the link here – see what I did there? So that you can maybe make either the book cover or a basket, once you’ve finished the CAL!
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💜 Lisa
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Why You’ll Want to Make a Crochet Accent Pillow
A handmade accent pillow is one of the easiest ways to update a room without redecorating the whole space. The free crochet accent pillow pattern gives you a modern cushion design that’s both practical and personal. With a neutral base and flecks of color worked into the stitches, it can be styled for the season or matched to your everyday décor.
Making your own throw pillows is a simple way to get exactly what you want. The sewn-in insert holds its shape, so the pillow looks good on the couch, in a reading nook, or as a cozy accent on the bed. The best part is, the pattern is quick to work up, so you can easily switch to bright holiday shades later in the year, and pastels for spring! It’s an affordable and personal alternative to store bought pillows, makes a fun way to update your space, and will last longer too!
For gifting, the project is just as versatile. It makes a thoughtful handmade present for a new home, a wedding, or even as a men’s crochet gift idea worked in favorite sports team colors. From seasonal décor to practical comfort, a crochet accent pillow is the kind of project you’ll reach for again and again.
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Throw Pillows as Fall Cozy Home Accent
I’m sure that you’ve noticed? With so many home decor crochet patterns that I’ve created over the years, I love a bit of handmade decorating! October is the season for coziness, warm drinks, and soft textures around the home. A handmade crochet accent pillow is the perfect way to bring that fall comfort inside, with colors that echo the changing leaves. Think burnt orange, golden yellow, or deep burgundy flecks worked into the stitches for an autumn look that feels inviting.
These throw pillows pair beautifully with chunky blankets, candles, and other seasonal décor. You can swap out your Pop of Color Decorative Pillows anytime you want a fresh look, and your space will always feel updated without much effort. Besides just using cushions as an accent on the sofa, they add extra cozyness to a reading nook, a colorful accent on your bed, or a fun cushion for kids to use when sitting on the floor! They add a simple update that makes a space feel ready for cooler weather. I’m sure you’ll continue to use your handmade pillows, year after year.
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A Handmade Men’s Crochet Gift Idea
An accent pillow doesn’t just belong in the living room. Worked in favorite (sports team) colors, the crochet accent pillow becomes a practical (and thoughtful) gift for men. It’s a piece he can actually use, and it carries more meaning than a store-bought option. Perfect for Father’s Day, birthdays, or the holidays, it’s a gift that fits into your guy’s everyday space.
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Great for a dorm room bed
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Adds his fave colors to the man cave sofa
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Perfect for his office chair
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A game-day cushion for watching sports
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Works as a forever loved Father’s Day gift idea
Pop of Color Crochet Accent Pillow Pattern!
One of the best things about the Pop of Color Crochet Pillow Pattern is how simple and satisfying it is to make! The design uses easy stitches that create little spots of color that give the pillow its unique look. Once you’ve picked up the skills from the Crochet-a-long, you’ll be surprised how quickly it comes together. With three weeks to finish, you’ll have more than enough time to complete one pillow (or a whole set!) and personalize them with colors to match your home or the season.
Handmade throw pillows are perfect for brightening up a sofa, layering on the bed, or giving as thoughtful gifts. This is a quick and easy to make project, so you’ll have them going on repeat – it’s a bit addictive too! However you choose to make it, the Pop of Color Accent Pillow is a modern, practical, and fun project you’ll love adding to your home.
How does your crocheting time change in the fall? Normally, I love to listen to an audiobook while I crochet, or watch the latest movie on Amazon Prime! HBU? 😎 TBH, I think one of my favorite things about crocheting is that you can pick up your project do a little here and some more there and take it with you wherever you go. The Pop of Color Pillow Pattern is easy to make, simple to understand, and the stitches are repetitive enough to be the perfect crochet and chill project.
Need a little extra help with the stitches? The pattern includes photo tutorials to guide you every step of the way, plus you can always reach out if you have questions. And if you’re new to crochet, don’t worry — my Learn to Crochet with my fun Crochet Tutorials are a great place to start.
Crochet Pop of Color Throw Pillows for Gifting
A crochet accent pillow makes a personal present. Instead of reaching for another gift card, pair of socks, or a generic mug, you can stitch a soft, squishy pillow in colors that really matter. Holiday shades are perfect for Christmas, pastels work beautifully for a wedding gift, and favorite colors make a cool surprise for kids, teens, or men in your life. It’ll end up on a dorm bed, a playroom, or a home office, and is the kind of gift that will get used every day and remembered for years.
Who to gift them to:
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Dad or grandpa: a Father’s Day pillow worked in favorite colors
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Kids heading to college: a dorm bed accent that reminds them of home
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Newlyweds: a pair of matching throw pillows for their first place together
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Friends and neighbors: as a housewarming gift for their couch or entryway
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Teachers: a small but meaningful appreciation gift they’ll use daily
This is a handmade gift that says I made this with you in mind.
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My Fabulous Pattern Testers!
Y’all, I am so lucky to have the most amazing pattern testers! They stitched up these gorgeous Pop of Color Accent Pillows using my new crochet accent pillow pattern, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with how they turned out. It’s such a joy to see the beautiful projects y’all create with my designs, and I’m always grateful for the feedback that helps me make sure every pattern is the very best it can be for YOU. My testers absolutely wowed me with their stunning pillows — take a look at their fabulous work below!
Thank you so much for testing the Pop of Color Pillow Crochet Pattern: Linda Santana, Joanne Melling, Ruth Anne McGuigan, and Linda Kuipers!
Make your Crochet Accent Pillows!
Materials:
YARN: Lion Brand Re-Spun Thick & Quick Super Bulky Weight 6 yarn, (100% Acrylic, 5 oz /142 g, 81 yd/74 m)
Sample Colors: Cosmos, Dark Cherry, Olive Branch, Cinnamon Stick, Whipped Cream
TOTAL YARDAGE: 300-350 yds total, 250-300 yds of Main, 5-20 yds each of Accents
- Accents are perfect for using scrap yarn
HOOK: US M/N-13 9.0 mm
OTHER SUPPLIES: Yarn needle, Scissors, 16″ Pillow Insert
Finished Size: (Approximate)
16″ tall x 16″ wide (for 16” pillow form)
Gauge: 9 Sc x 11 rows = 4” square.
Experience Level: Easy
Pattern Key: Written in US English Crochet Terms
st(s) – stitch(es)
sp(s) – space(s)
sl st – slip stitch
ch(s) – chain(s)
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
sc2tog – decrease by sc 2 sts together
spk st – spike stitch (see special stitches)
yo – yarn over
FO – fasten off
MC – Main Color
C1, C2, C3, C4 – Accent Colors
Spike Stitch: (See photo tutorial below)
Work sc in the next st, but one round down to create a spike stitch.
Special Stitches:
Spike Stitch (spk st):
Instead of working in the next st (black arrow), you will work into the same stitch, in the previous round – one round down (purple arrow). Insert hook in stitch one round below, yo and pull up loop, yo and pull through both loops. Spike Stitch completed.
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NOTES:
- Read through the entire pattern first.
- Beginning chain does not count as a stitch. So the 1st stitch of each round should be placed in the same space as the beginning chain 1.
- Sl st does not count as a stitch.
- Repeat stitches between [ and ] the number of times indicated.
- Place all stitches between ( and ) in the same space.
- Pillow is worked in the round. You will insert the pillow form in the pillow and then sew the top closed.
- Pattern is written for 16” pillow form. Instructions are given for adapting the pattern to fit other pillow form sizes.
- This pattern is FREE to view and read on my website ONLY, and has been thoroughly tested and tech edited. Please feel free to share any comments or ask any questions you may have! I welcome your feedback!!
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Free POP OF COLOR PILLOW
Accent Pillow Crochet Pattern
Pattern Directions:
USING US M/N-13 9.0 mm Hook
16 INCH PILLOW:
- Fits 16” pillow form
Round 1: Ch 33 with MC. (Sc, hdc,) in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next 30 ch, (hdc, 4 sc, hdc,) in last ch, rotate, now working back down other side of the beginning ch, hdc in next 30 chs, (hdc, 3 sc,) in last ch, sl st to first sc to join, (8 sc, 64 hdc). (See Special Stitches & Tutorials p. 3)
Rounds 2-4: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to join, (72 sc). Drop MC, do not FO.
Round 5: With C1, ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to join, (72 sc). Drop C1, FO.
Round 6: With MC, ch 1, [sc, spike st,] 36 times, sl st to join, (36 sc, 36 spike sts).
Rounds 7-9: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to join, (72 sc). Drop MC, do not FO.
Round 10: Repeat Round 5 with C2. Drop C2, FO.
Rounds 11-14: Repeat Rounds 6-9 with MC, Drop MC, do not FO.
Round 15: Repeat Round 5 with C3. Drop C3, FO.
Rounds 16-19: Repeat Rounds 6-9 with MC, Drop MC, do not FO.
Round 20: Repeat Round 5 with C4. Drop C4, FO.
Rounds 21-24: Repeat Rounds 6-9 with MC, Drop MC, do not FO.
Rounds 25-44: Repeat Rounds 5-24, (72 sts, 20 rounds).
Round 45: Ch 1, hdc in next 2 sts, sc2tog 4 times, hdc in next 28 sts, sc2tog 4 times, hdc in next 26 sts, sl st to join, (8 sc, 56 hdc). FO, leaving a very long tail to stitch pillow closed.
Weave in all ends except the final one. Insert the pillow form. Flatten the top opening and bring the yarn tail to the edge. Use a yarn needle and the tail to whipstitch or mattress stitch the opening closed. Weave in the final end. Finished!
ADJUSTING THE PATTERN FOR OTHER PILLOW SIZES:
- Follow the gauge to make further adjustments or use the guidelines below.
Smaller Pillows:
12” Inch: Start with 29 chs, work 64 sts around. Skip second C4 repeat (rounds 40-44).
14” Inch: Start with 31 chs, work 68 sts around. Skip second C4 repeat (rounds 40-44), add an extra round of single crochet after round 1 and before the final round.
Larger Pillows:
18” Inch: Start with 35 chs, work 76 sts around. Add an extra round of single crochet after round 1 and before the final round.
20” Inch: Start with 37 chs, work 80 sts around. Add an extra repeat of C1 at the end (repeat rows 5-9) worked as rounds 45-49.
ADJUSTING THE PATTERN FOR OTHER PILLOW SIZES:
- Follow the gauge to make further adjustments or use the guidelines below.
Larger Pillows:
18” Inch: Start with 35 chs, work 76 sts around. Add an extra round of single crochet after round 1 and before the final round.
20” Inch: Start with 37 chs, work 80 sts around. Add an extra repeat of C1 at the end (repeat rows 5-9) worked as rounds 45-49.
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