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Seeing Stars Throw Pillow – Free Crochet Pattern

June 13, 2020

How to crochet an easy patriotic throw pillow using simple half double crochet stitches, and star appliques.

For this month’s 4th of July series, I wanted to share a throw pillow covered in stars. Originally, I envisioned the pillow in a solid blue, and the stars all in white, but the more I thought about it, I couldn’t decide if I wanted Navy blue or Royal blue, and since I didn’t have Navy on hand, gray popped into my mind. Gray is such a fitting color for so many things – I think it turned out perfect!

Looking for a matching hand towel? Check out the Seeing Stars Hand Towel!

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Materials:

  • 363 (475, 600, 720, 870, 1015, 1195, 1585) Yards of Worsted Weight Yarn – I used Red Heart Super Saver in Grey Heather, Soft White, Royal and Cherry Red
  • H8/5mm Crochet Hook
  • Tapestry Needle
  • Optional, Sewing Pins
  • Pillow Form
  • Haylee Throw Pillow, Free Crochet Pattern
  • Star Applique, Free Crochet Pattern

Material Notes:

Yarn Alternatives: Caron One Pound, Bernat Super Value, Hobby Lobby Crafters Secret

Pillow requires 315 (425, 550, 670, 820, 965, 1145, 1535) yards, while each star requires 8 yards.

Time Spent:

  • Entire 14″ Pillow: 7 Hours.
  • 14″ Pillow: About 5 hours.
  • Each Star: About 10 minutes + 10 minutes (or less) to sew in place.

Measurements:

  • To fit pillow form size: 12″ (14″, 16″, 18″, 20″, 22″, 24″, 27″)
  • Star: 3 7/8″ (or 3.88″) from one point across to another

Gauge:

11 HDC = 3″ Wide; 9 Rows = 3 1/8″ (or 3.13″) Tall

Abbreviations (US Terms):

  • SC – Single Crochet (Photo Tutorial)
  • HDC – Half Double Crochet (Photo Tutorial)
  • DC – Double Crochet (Photo Tutorial)
  • TR – Triple/Treble Crochet [yarn over twice, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through (4 loops on hook), (yarn over, pull through two loops) 3x]
  • QUAD – Quadruple Crochet [yarn over three times, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through (5 loops on hook), (yarn over, pull through two loops) 4x] 

Tutorial:

First, I worked up a 14″ throw pillow using my Haylee Throw Pillow (Free Crochet Pattern).

Then, I worked up 6 stars using my Star Applique (Free Crochet Pattern), leaving a long tail to sew them on, and laid them out until I was happy with the placement.

How to Sew on the Stars:

Thread yarn tail into tapestry needle.

Sew in…

… and out through the middle of the top of the stitches (middle of what looks like a “V”).

You’ll barely notice the stitches. Once you’re back to the beginning, take the needle down, and weave in on the wrong side.

Please feel free to make and sell your own Seeing Stars Throw Pillow using this pattern, but please DO NOT claim this pattern as your own nor should you sell my pattern, and DO NOT re-publish my photos as your own. DO NOT copy and paste my pattern anywhere, link to it instead.

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Filed Under: 4th of July, Free Crochet Patterns, Home Decor Tagged With: 4th of July, 4th of July Decor, 5/H8, Bedroom, Blue, Crochet Pattern Hack, DIY 4th of July, Easy Crochet, Free Crochet Pattern, Gray, Haylee, Living Room, Pillow, Red, Red Heart Super Saver, Seeing Stars, Stars, White

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Comments

  1. Allyson says

    June 15, 2020 at 5:27 pm

    I like that you chose a gray background, the stars really pop against the gray. Also, gives a little twist to the usual red, white, & blue.

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 15, 2020 at 6:30 pm

      Thanks, Allyson! I’m glad I tried it too – turned out better than I imagined.

      Reply
  2. Tracy Albiero says

    June 19, 2020 at 8:42 pm

    Super cute!! This would look great on my porch! I love the 4th! #trafficjamweekend

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      July 17, 2020 at 6:40 pm

      Hehe. If only yarn was friendly with the elements.

      Reply
  3. Donna @ Modern on Monticello says

    June 22, 2020 at 3:33 pm

    I like the patriotic stars for the upcoming holiday decor. They would be a fun pattern to learn. Thanks for sharing this week. #HomeMattersParty

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      July 17, 2020 at 6:42 pm

      I think appliquing is so fun – I want to put stars on a bunch of things! Maybe I can sneak it in for Christmas?

      Reply
  4. Michelle says

    June 23, 2020 at 12:51 pm

    I love this! What a cool idea! I will be featuring this on Creative Compulsions.

    Michelle
    https://mybijoulifeonline.com

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      July 17, 2020 at 6:43 pm

      Thank you, Michelle!!

      Reply
  5. Rhondda Mol says

    June 24, 2020 at 1:22 am

    Thank you for adding your project to our Wednesday Link Party! I love the versatile envelope pillow and that it is available in so many sizes! The star embellishments are a great idea too for the American Holiday. Your project is being featured at Party 353 and you can see it here: https://oombawkadesigncrochet.com/2020/06/make-an-owl-toy-a-star-throw-pillow-and-child-size-hat.html Best wishes for a lovely week, Rhondda

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      July 17, 2020 at 6:51 pm

      I really appreciate the feature! Thank you, Rhondda! I had a lot of fun working up this pillow, and customizing it specifically for the holiday. Home decor is my favorite thing to make.

      Reply
  6. Kimberly H. Smith says

    June 25, 2020 at 6:17 pm

    Thank you for sharing this on Traffic Jam Weekend! It has been chosen as a fave feature for this week’s party that went live on Thursday at 5:00 pm CST. It also had the most views during last week’s party. Congrats, Alexandra!

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      July 17, 2020 at 6:52 pm

      Oohh – that’s so awesome!! Thank you for letting me know, and the feature is so appreciated!

      Reply
  7. Dee | Grammy's Grid says

    June 29, 2020 at 1:48 pm

    Really pretty! Thanks so much for linking up with me at #AThemedLinkup 20 for All Things American (red, white, and blue), open June 27 to July 25.

    Reply
  8. Verna says

    March 19, 2021 at 6:30 pm

    I love how crisp your stars are! They really pop against the grey.

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      April 9, 2021 at 5:59 pm

      Yes! Thanks! I drew out my idea for this throw pillow, and it turned out even better than I imagined! Now, I need a matching blanket for my recliner.

      Reply

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