Let’s have the coziest Christmas ever with these festive and free crochet pillow patterns! We could all use a little rest and relaxation after this humdinger of a year, don’t you think? I love making crochet throw pillows for Christmas because they look great, and they last forever! When you DIY Christmas throw pillows, you get to be in the driver’s seat. Pick your favorite colors or choose colors that match your home decor. Each crochet holiday pillow is sure to show your personality!
Have you ever wondered how to crochet a pillow? It’s really not as hard as you might think! Basic pillow shapes usually involve no shaping (like increasing or decreasing) and use nice, repetitive stitches. We’ve got a little something for everyone in this round-up with free crochet pillow covers patterns for Christmas! There are crochet throw pillows for beginners and some for people who want more of a challenge too. Which one will you choose?
1.Farmhouse Truck Pillow Cover
You can capture your favorite Christmas memories in crochet with this iconic red pick-up truck pillow. The vintage farmhouse vibes give me all the warm fuzzy feelings and single crochets makes this design a cinch! The best part is that this pattern includes links to a detailed color-work crochet pillow tutorial and free printable sheep yarn bobbins.
Designer: Briana K Designs
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2. Modern Christmas Tree Pillow
If sleek and stylish pillows are more your speed, then you’re going to love this modern Christmas tree pillow. The moss stitch is the secret to this pillow’s woven look and this clever design is worked on the diagonal. Neutral shades of white and gray are sure to match any home decor and the little star on top is the icing on the cake.
Designer: Ned & Mimi
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3. Buffalo Check Pillow Cover
Please don’t let buffalo plaid ever go out of style. I love rocking a cozy flannel during the cold winter months and I love this pattern even more on this fabulous crochet pillow cover complete with a stag silhouette. The design on the front is worked in single crochet and the back is done in double crochet to save time.
Designer: Stitching Together
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4. JOY Pillow
You can skip the color work on this one! 2 solid cream-colored rectangles are made with alternating double and single crochet stitches for an easy textured stitch. The letters on the wreath are made separately, then sewn on.
Designer: Maria’s Blue Crayon
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5. Holiday Camper Crochet Pillow
I love this design for someone special in your life who has a home away from home. Do you know a snowbird who likes to drive south for the winter? This festive camper pillow is sure to make them smile! You can make this simple crochet pillow cover with just single crochet stitches.
Designer: Briana K Designs
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6. Holiday Trees Pillow
I love everything about this pillow – from the 3 shades of green trees, the speckled background and the colorful jingle bell ornaments. You could also go for beads or buttons but I do like the idea of a pillow that looks and sounds like Christmas. This is another easy peasy all single crochet design.
Designer: Anna Burton Designs
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7. Christmas Gnome C2C Pillow
Gnomes are super popular right now and it’s easy to see why. The colors and the yarn choices for this pillow are superb. They really make the gnome design pop! Have you done corner to corner (C2C) crochet before? It’s a fun way of making an image block by block and it’s worked in diagonal rows from one corner to the other.
Designer: Nana’s Crafty Home Blog
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8. Jumbo Christmas Ornament
One ornament to rule them all! This jumbo ornament is fantastic and hilarious. It works as a pillow but could also totally double as a photo prop. The pillow is constructed much like an amigurumi – worked in continuous rounds with half double crochet stitches. Check out her page for ideas on how to embellish your new ornament pillow!
Designer: Chrisette Designs
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9. Snowflake Cushion
A colorful snowflake adorns this white pillow that is sure to go with everything. A graph is provided for the front of this pillow which is worked in single crochet rows. You don’t even have to worry about weaving in the tails since it’s a pillow! The back is worked in two pieces that are attached with buttons so you can remove the pillow cover for washing.
Designer: Little Doolally
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10. Santa Pillow Sham
Bring a little bit of that signature Saint Nick cheer indoors with this simple santa pillow sham. This pattern is great for beginners and looks great too! Grab some chunky yarn and a nice big crochet hook and you’ll have this pillow done in no time. It’s worth noting that this pillow features an envelope enclosure in the back so it’s removable!
Designer: Salty Pearl Crochet
Click here for the free pattern!
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Bonus! Crochet Santa Pillow
Are you looking for that crochet pattern that will even make the big guy envious? Don’t worry, I got your back. The Santa Claus crochet pillow pattern is super easy to make. It’s Guaranteed to make any room look festive.
Designer Littlejohn’s Yarn
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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas on your couch! Which free crochet pattern was your favorite? I hope I gave you lots of ideas and inspirations for crochet Christmas decor. Thanks for visiting my little corner of the internet today. I’d love to hear from you in the comments below. What else are you crocheting for Christmas this year?
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