Crochet pillows are not just cozy accents – they are impactful design elements that add warmth, texture, and personality to any space. Perfect for updating your living room, enhancing a reading nook, or giving your bedroom a handcrafted touch, these cushions offer versatile creative possibilities. Their structured shape makes them ideal for layering, mixing patterns, and showcasing bold colors. Available in styles from modern to vintage, crocheted square pillows can effortlessly transform your interior.
This article features a selection of free crochet pillow patterns, suitable for beginners and more experienced crafters, perfect for adding comfort and character to your home.
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1. Sunflowers in Starry Night Free Crochet Pillow Pattern
Step into a dreamscape with this breathtaking crochet pillow that looks like something from a surrealist painting. Deep blue tones swirl into waves, flowers, and a glowing moon – an abstract design that could’ve easily come from the mind of Salvador Dali. This pillow is more than decor – it’s art.
- DESIGNED by Susan’s family


Photos by Susan’s family / Ravelry.com
Find the original pattern on susudiy.myshopify.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
2. Cornerstone Pillow Cover Pattern
This crochet pillow is the perfect blend of timeless and trendy. One side features classic, clean stitching, while the other boasts a bold bobble texture that invites touch. The look is completed with fun buttons along the edge, making the pillow not just stylish but functional and easy to care for.
- DESIGNED by Gootie (Agat Rottman)


Photos by Gootie (Agat Rottman) / Ravelry.com
Find the original pattern on madebygootie.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
3. Harlequin Pillow with Book Pocket
Striking and smart – this striped crochet pillow is as practical as it is stylish. The bold, graphic color pattern draws the eye, but the hidden gem is its built-in pocket – perfect for tucking away your favorite book, journal, or even your TV remote. It’s the ultimate blend of form and function, designed for readers, dreamers, and anyone who loves thoughtful design.
- DESIGNED by Nicki’s Homemade Crafts


Photos by Nicki’s Homemade Crafts / Ravelry.com
Find the original pattern on nickishomemadecrafts.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
4. Patchwork Temperature Cushion – 7198
If you love color and vintage charm, this square crochet pillow is for you. Made entirely from granny stitch squares, it creates a stunning color block effect that feels fresh and modern. The design allows for endless color combinations, so you can tailor it to any room.


Photos by Yarnsmiths / Ravelry.com
Find the original pattern on woolwarehouse.co.uk, or read more about it on Ravelry.