Janie Crow DK – Norwegian Wood Cushion “I designed this hand knitted fairisle cushion cover a few years ago for a trip I tutored on a cruise ship around the coast of Norway. I looked at traditional Norwegian patterns and added beads to areas to create more interest. The cushion is made in 3 pieces and is not worked in the round.” Yarn used: Rowan Felted Tweed DK 50% Merino wool 25% Alpaca 25% viscose. Approximate length 175m (191yds). 1 x Grey 1 x Green Rowan Pure Wool DK 100% wool. Approximate length 130m (142yds). 1 x Cream 1 x Pink 1 x Black 1 x Green Rowan Tweed DK 100% wool. Approximate length 118m (129yds). 1 x Red As some of these colours are discontinued please see below my suggested colour palette: Alpaca Soft DK 70% virgin wool 30% Alpaca Approximate length 125m (137yds). 1 x Simply White (201) Cream 1 x Deep Rose (206) Red Alpaca Classic DK 57% Alpaca 43% cotton. Approximate length 120m (131yds). 1 x Berry Sorbet (125) Pink 1 x Noir (103) Black Felted Tweed DK 50% wool 25% Alpaca 25% viscose. Approximate length 175m (191yds). 1 x Carbon (159) Grey 1 x Avocado (161) Green Beads used – 1 bag Debbie Abrahams beads size 6/0 in Gun Metal x 183. Equipment used: 3.25mm (US-3) & 4.00mm (US-6) Knitting needles. 30cm Cushion pad. Fine sewing needle for threading beads. Yarn needle. Finished cover size – Approximately 31cm (12 1/4in) x 31cm (21 1/4in).
