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August 26, 2019

Make a gorgeous loop texture throw pillow (it’s easy!!)

In today’s post: Learn how to use loop yarn to finger knit this cool textured throw pillow.

I’ve always wanted to learn how to knit or crochet, but having mild carpal tunnel means I have a really hard time holding knitting needles or crochet hooks for long periods of time. Last fall I discovered loop yarn, which was revolutionary for me. Loop yarn has loops already sewn into it, making it super easy to knit with just your fingers even if you have no idea how to knit.

Last fall I made two different blankets: this buffalo check blanket using the basic knit stitch, and this pretty cable knit blanket. I have another blanket planned, but while checking out some free patterns I came across the instructions for this awesome loopy textured throw pillow.

Make this gorgeous textured throw pillow using loop yarn.

The blanket got tossed aside and I started this throw pillow the next day and finished it in a couple of hours. Today I’m sharing an instructional video that will show you exactly how to make one too!

DIY loop yarn throw pillow

I just about swooned when I saw this color at the craft store. It’s called Seafoam and it might be the prettiest thing I’ve ever seen! This is what it looks like when you purchase it:

Ball of Off the Hook loop yarn

Loop Yarn brands

I’ve now tried three different loop yarn brands, so I thought I’d give you a quick rundown of my thoughts on each. I’ve purchased all of them from Jo-Ann, and always on sale. This yarn isn’t cheap, but it’s tons of fun to work with if you’re willing to watch for sales, which happen regularly. I think there’s at least one more brand that I haven’t tried yet – when I do I’ll update here!

Bernat Alize Blanket EZ yarn

This was the yarn I’ve used for both of my blankets, and I’ve really loved it. It’s extremely soft, so much so that my kids fight over the blankets regularly. It comes in a larger size ball and is available in quite a few colors, including some really pretty variegated colors (like the one I used on the cable knit blanket). It has held up well so far and is machine washable. The thing I like best about this brand is the really fantastic website that has tons of free patterns, including the one for today’s pillow.

Off the Hook yarn by Lion Brand

I used this yarn for today’s pillow, and I really love it as well! It’s also very soft, but feels slightly sturdier than the Blanket EZ yarn, which I actually like better when you’re using the basic knit stitch. And the colors! They have a really great selection of solids in the most gorgeous shades, as well as some variegated shades. This yarn comes in smaller balls, about half the size of the Blanket EZ, which are also half the price. Again, this one is machine washable and I’d definitely recommend it.

Big Twist Loopity Loops Yarn

This is the last yarn I’ve tried, and it’s definitely my least favorite. It’s pretty and extremely soft, but there was a good bit of shedding while I knitted it up, and it just doesn’t feel nearly as sturdy as the other two yarns.

How to make a loopy textured throw pillow

The pattern for this loopy textured throw pillow is from the Yarnspirations site found here. It’s written for a 20 inch throw pillow, but I always have 18 inch pillow forms on hand, so I adapted the size down to 18 inches. I also found the written pattern just a little hard to follow (maybe because I’m not a knitter), so once I figured it out I made a video explaining exactly how to make it. Enjoy!

Watch the video here:

 

Loop Yarn Tips

  • To start a loop yarn project, always cut open the last loop on your strand to make a tail. At the end of your project you can tie off and snip the tail, or just weave it in.
  • When you get to the end of your ball of yarn and need to start a new one, cut open the last loop to create a tail. Tie the tail of the old yarn to the tail of a new ball of yarn, and just continue looping with the new yarn. At the end of your project you can weave the tails in.
  • Stop at the end of each completed row and flatten out your loops, ensuring none of them are twisted. Also check the backside of your project at the end of each row to make sure you haven’t skipped any loops – it’s easy to fix if you only have to pull out part of one row to do so!
  • I find it easiest to work with loop yarn if I have a flat surface to work on. If I want to sit on the couch instead of at the table, I just place a picture book or other lightweight flat surface on my lap as I’m working.

This is what the front of the pillow looks like once completed:

This loop texture throw pillow is easy to make and looks really cool!

And this is what the back of the pillow looks like:

Loopy throw pillow back

 

Let me know if you give loop yarn a try! I’d love to hear what you’ve made or what you think about the different brands of yarn. Thanks for visiting!

Learn how to finger knit this cool DIY throw pillow made with loop yarn

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  1. Eileen says

    August 26, 2019 at 7:44 am

    Great tutorial, will be making one

    Reply
  2. Bonnie says

    August 26, 2019 at 8:06 am

    Love, love, love it! How many skeins of the Off The Hook yarn did you use to make the 18″ pillow?

    Reply
    • Sharlyn says

      August 26, 2019 at 4:45 pm

      The downloaded pattern calls for 3 balls

      Reply
    • autumn says

      August 27, 2019 at 12:38 pm

      Hi Bonnie! It took 4 balls of the Off the Hook yarn with just a tiny bit of yarn left over.

      Reply
    • Misty says

      January 4, 2021 at 5:06 pm

      How many balls of yarn did you use for 1 pillow

      Reply
      • Anna says

        January 8, 2021 at 2:17 pm

        Great tutorial. Love love this craft. Hope my fellow crafters will enjoy doing it. Is the yarn expensive?

        Reply
  3. Dorothea McGinnis says

    August 26, 2019 at 10:56 am

    How cool is that! I’m going to try one. Thanks for the yarn commentary.

    Reply
  4. Heather says

    August 26, 2019 at 11:22 am

    How neat is that! I have been wanting to learn to knit or crochet but have been a bit daunted by the instructions. I think I could do this! I am heading to Jo-Ann’s website now! Thanks for always posting interesting and fun ideas!

    Reply
    • nyla.stallings says

      December 9, 2020 at 6:38 pm

      do you have a video

      Reply
  5. Jane says

    August 26, 2019 at 12:03 pm

    Looks like a project I can do with my teenage daughter. To make a pillow, how many bundles of yarn do I need?

    Reply
    • Judith Solorzano says

      June 14, 2020 at 12:32 pm

      Hi she mentioned above it took her 4 skeins

      Reply
  6. Pamela says

    August 27, 2019 at 4:29 am

    I’m going to make these for Christmas gifts for the Grans! However, I don’t see the video link. Thanks for always inspiring me😊

    Reply
  7. Wiwid says

    December 28, 2019 at 7:29 am

    Great tutorial. I have the same question as previous viewers. Why use 24 loops for the back and 26 for the front. Also when finishing the back end you said pull 2nd loop through 1st loop but the video shows 1st through 2nd. I’m assuming what you said is the correct move?

    Reply
  8. Rita says

    January 18, 2020 at 11:37 am

    I want to do a 14 inch pillow. How many loops should I do for the front and back?

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  9. Melanie Zierer says

    January 25, 2020 at 9:33 pm

    How many loops for a 12 inch pillow using Bernat Alize?

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    • TC says

      April 4, 2020 at 12:58 pm

      Hi Melanie, I would try 14-16 loops, measuring the total length after the first row.

      Reply
  10. Tina says

    July 10, 2020 at 10:56 am

    How do you “join” a new ball of yarn to this project? Is it just using the new loop from the new skein?

    Reply
    • Jill Henson says

      January 13, 2021 at 2:36 pm

      I was wondering the same thing. If it takes 4 balls, how do you add a new ball when you run out?

      Reply
  11. Deb says

    July 13, 2020 at 1:09 pm

    Thank you so much for this tutorial! I have been scratching my head for a while trying to figure out the Yarnspirations pattern for this pillow. Great job!

    Reply
  12. pamela says

    August 24, 2020 at 1:46 pm

    instructional video please?!

    Reply
  13. stephanie says

    November 29, 2020 at 1:36 pm

    can you give me a link to the actual pattern?

    Reply
  14. Carla says

    December 7, 2020 at 2:19 pm

    How many yards are in a skein of yarn for this project pillow and how many skeins were used?
    Thank you

    Reply

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