Interweave SKU: EP3203

Four pillows that can be connected to each other by i-cord laces. Felting each pillow makes them durable and sturdy, while the Russian slip stitch colorwork pattern makes them beautiful and fun to knit. (Interweave)

Finished Size: 14” tall and about 63” long.

Yarn: Tahki Donegal Tweed (100% wool; 183 yd [167 m]/100 g): #863 dark red (A), #872 slate heather (B), #848 cream (C), and #809 teal (D), 3 skeins each.

Yarn Weight: #4 - Medium

Needles: Size 9 (5.5 mm): 40” circular (cir) and set of 2 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions: Markers (m); size I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook; tapestry needle; four 14” × 14” pillow forms.

Gauge: 14 sts and 18 rows = 4” in St st before felting; 15 sts and 26 rows = 4” in Russian sl st patt before felting.

Originally Published: Interweave Knits Holiday Gifts 2010