Welcome back, yarn friends! If you are looking for a cozy, tactile project to elevate your home decor, you are going to love this tutorial. Today, we are learning how to crochet a pom pillow pattern, which combines a sturdy base fabric with playful, raised bobble stitches to create a gorgeous statement piece for your sofa or bed.
Whether you are brightening up your reading corner or making a handmade gift, this textured pillow is a wonderfully satisfying project for crocheters of various skill levels. Grab your hooks, and let’s dive right in!
Materials & Tools Needed
- Yarn: Medium-weight (Worsted / Category 4) yarn—approx. 400–600 yards depending on your pillow size.
- Crochet Hook: Size US J/10 (6.0 mm) or size needed to obtain firm gauge.
- Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill or a pre-made pillow insert (16″ x 16″ is standard).
- Notions: Yarn needle for weaving ends, sharp scissors, and stitch markers.
Abbreviations & Pattern Notes
- Ch: Chain
- Sc: Single Crochet
- Pom St (Pom Stitch): (Yo, insert hook in indicated st, yo, pull up a loop) 3 times in the same stitch, yo, pull through all 7 loops on hook, ch 1 to secure.
- St(s): Stitch(es)
- Notes: Work with an even yarn tension so your pom stitches pop uniformly. Maintaining consistent stitch counts on your base rows is key to a square, polished finish.
Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions
- Crochet the Front Panel (Base + Poms): Ch 49 (or your desired width for a 16-inch pillow). Working in rows, start with 2 rows of even single crochet to establish a sturdy base. On the following rows, alternate rows of plain single crochet with rows featuring your Pom St evenly spaced every 4 to 5 stitches. Continue until the front panel matches the height of your width (a square shape). Fasten off.
- Crochet the Back Panel: Create a matching plain panel by working single crochet rows until it is the exact same size as your front panel, without the pom stitches. Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.
- Assemble the Panels: Place the front and back panels together with the wrong sides facing each other and the textured pom side facing out. Align all four edges carefully and secure them with stitch markers.
- Join and Stuff: Using single crochet or a seamless whipstitch, sew along three and a half sides of the pillow. Through the remaining opening, firmly pack your polyester fiberfill (or insert your pillow form), making sure there are no lumpy spots.
- Close the Pillow: Sew the remaining opening completely shut, secure your final knot, and weave all remaining yarn tails neatly inside the pillow.
Finishing & Helpful Tips
- Maintain Even Tension: Take your time when pulling through the loops for your pom stitches so every bobble turns out uniform and plump.
- Use Stitch Markers: Pop a marker at the corners and along your pom placement rows to save time and prevent counting errors.
- Choose the Right Stuffing: Tease out your polyester fiberfill before stuffing to ensure your finished pillow stays evenly soft and smooth without awkward bumps.
Watch the Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
Prefer visual guidance? Follow along with the complete video tutorial below: