To sooth away those winter aches and pains why not make your own wheat cushion to heat in the microwave so you know what natural goodness is in it. Using a very simple six row repeat waffle stitch to give texture and warmth. A perfect present for the festive period.

Your yarn needs to be either 100% wool or 100% cotton to survive in the microwave - acrylic will melt. (although it has been designed so the cover can come off for microwaving - but just in case you become lazy)

As well as the yarn you will need 2 buttons, two pieces of 15x5 inch cotton fabric, and 1250g of buckwheat and pearl barley.