Interweave SKU: EP3193

Knitted pillows in the shape of gifts make the perfect home decor accent for the holidays! These easy pillows can be embellished in a variety of ways. (Interweave)

Finished Size: 6 (8, 8)“ cube. The first size is the small harlequin box, the 2nd size is the swirl box, and the 3rd size is the plaid box.

Yarn:

Prism Velvet (100% nylon; 88 yd [79 m]/56 g): MC, 1 (3, 2) skein(s).

Prism Galaxy (95% nylon, 5% metallic polyester ribbon; 54 yd [48 m]/56 g): CC, 1 (1, 2) skein(s).

Small harlequin and swirl box #111 navy for MC. Plaid box #109 plum for MC. Parrot for CC.

Yarn weight: #6 - Super Bulky

Gauge: 15 sts and 34 rows = 4” in St st with MC.

Needles: Size 8 (5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions: Size I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook; tapestry needle. Small harlequin box: two 6 1⁄2” square pieces of 3” foam. Swirl box: three 8 1⁄2” square pieces of 3” foam. Plaid box: three 8 1⁄2” square pieces of 3” foam; 80” of 1⁄2” fuchsia organdy ribbon.

Originally Published: Knits Holiday Gifts 2010