Fun Free Crochet Cloud Pillow Pattern to Brighten Rooms

Crochet Cloud Pillow Pattern (with Optional Face)

1. Materials

• Yarn
  • White velvet yarn (main color for cloud)
  • Pink velvet yarn (for cheeks, optional)
  • Black yarn (for eyes and mouth – regular acrylic or cotton is fine; does not need to be velvet)
• Hook
  • 5.0 mm crochet hook (as stated: “crochet number 5”)
• Notions
  • Stitch marker (very important for keeping track of rounds)
  • Yarn / tapestry needle (a “hole needle” – large-eyed needle for sewing and embroidery)
  • Scissors
  • Polyester fiberfill (bead fiber / stuffing)

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2. Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)

• MR – magic ring (magic circle)
• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• dc – double crochet
• sl st – slip stitch
• inc – increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec – decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• (…) – instructions inside parentheses are worked into the same stitch or repeated as indicated
• x N – repeat the instructions N times

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3. Special Techniques

1. Magic Ring (MR)
   • Wrap yarn around two fingers to form a loop.
   • Insert hook through loop, yarn over, pull up a loop.
   • Ch 1 (for sc) and work the indicated number of sc into the ring.
   • Pull the tail to close the center tightly.
2. Invisible Decrease (Recommended)
   For neater shaping:
   • Insert hook into front loop only of the first stitch,
   • Insert hook into front loop only of the next stitch,
   • Yarn over, pull through both front loops, yarn over and pull through both loops on hook.
3. Stuffing While Working
   • Begin stuffing the cloud once it takes shape (around mid-pattern, after it begins closing).
   • Add small amounts at a time and push gently into all “bumps” of the cloud.

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4. General Notes

• This cloud is worked in continuous rounds (do not join at the end of each round unless specified).
• Always place a stitch marker in the last stitch of the round and move it up as you go.
• Count your stitches at the end of each round to ensure the shape remains symmetric.
• Velvet yarn can be slippery and slightly harder to see stitches; work slowly and feel for each stitch if needed.

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5. Cloud Pillow Pattern

Start of Cloud

Round 1:

• 6 sc in a magic ring. (6)
  Pull the short yarn tail to close the ring tightly.
  Place a stitch marker in the 6th stitch.

Round 2:

• 6 inc (2 sc in each stitch around). (12)

Round 3:

• (sc, inc) repeat 6 times. (18)
  (1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, repeat around.)

Round 4:

• 2 sc, inc repeat 6 times. (24)
  (sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, repeat.)

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Forming First Bump and Side Shaping

Round 5:

• 9 sc, 6 sl st, 9 sc. (24)
  • Work normal sc into first 9 sts.
  • Then work 6 slip stitches into the next 6 sts (this flattens/indents that section).
  • Then 9 sc to end of round.

Round 6:

• 9 sc, (2 sc in same stitch) 6 times, 9 sc. (30)
  • sc in first 9 sts.
  • Then 6 increases (each increase is 2 sc in 1 stitch).
  • sc in last 9 sts.

Round 7:

• sc in every stitch around. (30)

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Adding More Volume

Round 8:

• 9 sc, (sc, inc) x 6, 9 sc. (36)
  • 9 sc,
  • then (1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) repeated 6 times,
  • 9 sc.

Round 9:

• sc in every stitch around. (36)

Round 10:

• 15 sc, 6 sl st, 15 sc. (36)
  • This again creates a flat/indented area, forming cloud bumps.

Round 11:

• 15 sc, (2 sc in same stitch) 6 times, 15 sc. (42)
  • 15 sc,
  • 6 increases (2 sc in each of the next 6 sts),
  • 15 sc.

Round 12:

• sc in every stitch around. (42)

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Top Bump Detail

Round 13:

• 17 sc, 8 dc, 17 sc. (42)
  • 17 sc,
  • then 8 dc (double crochet) to create a more pronounced curve,
  • 17 sc.

Round 14:

• sc in every stitch around. (42)

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Beginning Decrease and Shaping the Other Side

Round 15:

• 15 sc, 6 dec, 15 sc. (36)
  • 15 sc,
  • work 6 decreases,
  • then 15 sc.

Round 16:

• 15 sc, 6 sl st, 15 sc. (36)

Round 17:

• sc in every stitch around. (36)

Round 18:

• 15 sc, 6 dc, 15 sc. (36)
  • Adds another gentle wave.

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Narrowing the Cloud

Round 19:
The transcription:

15 sc ( 1 decrease-2 sc-1 sc) – 15 sc (34)

This likely indicates a shaped decrease area. A reasonable interpretation to reach the stated stitch count (34):

• 15 sc, then work a small decrease section over 4 stitches total, then 15 sc.

You may do:

• 15 sc, dec, 2 sc, dec, 15 sc → total stitch count from 36 to 34.

Round 19 (recommended version):

• 15 sc, dec, 2 sc, dec, 15 sc. (34)

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Round 20:
Transcription:

13 sc – (1 decrease-1 sc-1 decrease-1 sc-1 decrease) – 13 sc (31)

Use:

• 13 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, 13 sc. (31)

Round 21:
Transcription:

12 sc-(1 decrease-1 sc-1 decrease-1 sc-1 decrease)- 11 sc (28)

Use:

• 12 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, 11 sc. (28)

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Final Tapering

Round 22:

• 11 sc, 6 sl st, 11 sc. (28)
  • Another indented segment.

Round 23:

• (4 sc, dec) repeat 4 times. (24)
  (This aligns with “4 sc- 1 decrease (24)” across the round.)

Round 24:

• (2 sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (18)

Round 25:

• (sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (12)

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Creating the Final Little Bump

Round 26:
Transcription:

inc (6)

From 12 sts, if you “inc (6)” evenly spaced, you will end with 18 sts. However, the original language is short; it might mean “6 increases around,” which is:

• (inc, sc) repeated 6 times OR simply 6 inc evenly spaced.

For simplicity, and since this is just creating a small round area:

Suggested Round 26 (Option A):

• inc in next stitch, sc in next stitch repeat 6 times. (18)

Alternatively:

Suggested Round 26 (Option B – simpler but a bit puffier tip):

• 6 inc evenly spaced around. (18)

At the end of this round:

• Leave a long yarn tail and cut the yarn.

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6. Closing and Shaping

1. Sew the Opening Closed
   • Thread the long tail onto a yarn needle.
   • Weave through all 6 (or all remaining) “edge points” as indicated:
     

     “Let’s sew all 6 edges.”

   • Pull gently to close the opening and shape the final bump of the cloud.
2. Shaping the Cloud
   • Insert the needle with the tail into the center or one bump,
   • Bring it out somewhere else to slightly indent areas and shape the cloud more realistically.
   • Gently pull and secure the yarn with a small knot hidden inside.
   • Cut yarn close to the surface; tug slightly to pull the end inside.
3. Stuffing
   • Ensure the cloud is fully and evenly stuffed before completely closing the last opening.
   • Adjust stuffing with the needle if needed.

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7. Face Details (Optional)

You can use the cloud with or without a face.

Eyes

1. Cut a length of black yarn and thread onto a needle.
2. Decide on the placement (usually slightly above the centerline, spaced evenly).
3. Make simple curved embroidered eyes or “U” shaped sleepy eyes:
   • Insert needle from the back of the cloud to the front at one corner of where the eye will be.
   • Make small horizontal or slightly curved stitches (2–3 stitches).
   • Repeat to form the other eye, making them symmetrical.
4. Secure the yarn at the back with a couple of knots and weave in.

(The transcription mentions: “We made one eye. Do the same for the other one.”)

Cheeks

With pink velvet yarn:

• Make small circles/ovals or simple embroidered patches:
  • Option 1:
    • Crochet small circles:
      • Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring, sl st to first sc, fasten off.
      • Sew one on each side under the eyes.
  • Option 2:
    • Embroider a few small straight stitches or French knots for blush spots.

The video note:

“Let’s make the cheeks as I showed.”
So follow your preferred style or replicate rosy patches near the eyes.

Mouth (Optional)

• Use black yarn.
• Embroider a small smile between or just below the cheeks:
  • Bring yarn up at one corner of the smile,
  • Insert down at the other corner,
  • Bring up at the midpoint and catch the line to form a gentle curve.

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8. Finishing the Pattern

• Check all seams and edges to ensure no stuffing is visible.
• Make sure eyes, cheeks, and any details are secure (especially if the pillow will be used by children).
• Trim any visible yarn ends; hide them by pulling inside the cloud with the needle.

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9. Suggestions and Tips

1. Working with Velvet Yarn
   • Keep tension even but not too tight, as velvet can thin or shed if pulled harshly.
   • Feel for stitches if you cannot see them clearly.
   • Using a slightly larger hook than usual for the yarn weight can help.
2. Maintaining Shape
   • Distribute stuffing gradually rather than all at once.
   • Do not overstuff; the cloud should be soft yet full, not stretched.
3. Pattern Adjustments
   • If you want a larger cloud, use a slightly bigger hook and bulkier yarn, or repeat some “sc in every stitch” rounds to add height.
   • For a flatter cloud, use less stuffing and add more slip-stitch rounds in areas where you want more indentation.
4. Care Instructions
   • Hand-wash gently (especially with velvet yarn).
   • Press water out in a towel and lay flat to dry.
   • Avoid machine drying to prevent distorting the shape.

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10. Final Words

This cloud pillow is both decorative and functional. It can be used:

• As a cute throw pillow,
• As a child’s room decoration,
• Or as a soft toy if securely stitched.