Cream Acorn Floor Cushion: Free Crochet Pattern
Introduction
This Cream Acorn Floor Cushion is a whimsical, squishy pouf that brings a little woodland charm to any room. It's designed for confident beginners who can work single crochet in the round, and it uses only the simplest stitches plus one easy textured stitch for the acorn body. Worked in soft cream t-shirt yarn with a sage green cap and stalk, it looks like a giant acorn and feels firm, sturdy, and cozy underfoot or under a tired back. At about 20 inches wide and 12 inches high, it's the perfect size to tuck beside a sofa, a reading chair, or a kid's play corner.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: T-shirt yarn (super bulky, about 7–9 wraps per inch), 100% cotton. Cream (MC): 600 yd. Sage green (CC): 150 yd.
- Hook: 10 mm (N/P) crochet hook, or size needed to match gauge.
- Notions: Stitch marker, tapestry needle (large eye for t-shirt yarn), scissors, and a large amount of stuffing or a pouf insert (about 20 inches wide).
- Finished size: Approximately 20 inches in diameter and 12 inches high.
Abbreviations
- MC – main color (cream)
- CC – contrast color (sage green)
- MR – magic ring (an adjustable loop you work stitches into)
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase (work 2 single crochet into the same stitch)
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- Rnd – round (worked in a continuous spiral unless noted)
- yd – yard(s)
Gauge
6 stitches and 6 rows = 4 inches in alpine stitch. To check, crochet a small swatch in alpine stitch with your 10 mm hook and measure a 4-inch section; if you have more stitches than 6, go up a hook size, and if you have fewer, go down.
Tips Before You Start
- Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round. This cushion is worked in a continuous spiral, so the marker keeps your increases and stitch counts on track.
- T-shirt yarn is stretchy and heavy. Keep your tension even and slightly firm so the finished pouf holds its dome shape rather than sagging.
- Stuff the body firmly and evenly as you close it up, pushing stuffing into the sides so the alpine stitch texture stays smooth and rounded.
- Alpine stitch is worked over a multiple of stitches and uses front post and regular stitches; count your 60 stitches at the end of Rnd 10 before you begin the texture band.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Body (MC)
Rnd 1: Make a magic ring, work 6 sc into the ring (6 sts).
Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sts).
Rnd 3: [sc, inc] x6 (18 sts).
Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] x6 (24 sts).
Rnd 5: [3 sc, inc] x6 (30 sts).
Rnd 6: [4 sc, inc] x6 (36 sts).
Rnd 7: [5 sc, inc] x6 (42 sts).
Rnd 8: [6 sc, inc] x6 (48 sts).
Rnd 9: [7 sc, inc] x6 (54 sts).
Rnd 10: [8 sc, inc] x6 (60 sts).
Rnds 11–20: Work in alpine stitch pattern, maintaining 60 sts each round. (60 sts)
Rnds 21–30: sc in each st around (60 sts).
Fasten off.
Cap (CC)
Rnd 1: Make a magic ring, work 6 sc into the ring (6 sts).
Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sts).
Rnd 3: [sc, inc] x6 (18 sts).
Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] x6 (24 sts).
Rnd 5: [3 sc, inc] x6 (30 sts).
Rnd 6: [4 sc, inc] x6 (36 sts).
Rnd 7: [5 sc, inc] x6 (42 sts).
Rnd 8: [6 sc, inc] x6 (48 sts).
Rnd 9: [7 sc, inc] x6 (54 sts).
Rnd 10: [8 sc, inc] x6 (60 sts).
Rnds 11–12: sc in each st around (60 sts).
Fasten off.
Stalk (CC)
Rnd 1: Make a magic ring, work 6 sc into the ring (6 sts).
Rnds 2–6: sc in each st around (6 sts).
Fasten off.
Assembly and Finishing
Stuff the body firmly, working stuffing into the sides and top so the dome holds its shape. Center the cap on top of the body with the right side facing up and the edges aligned, then sew the cap to the body all the way around using your tapestry needle and matching yarn. Sew the stalk to the center of the cap, standing it upright. Weave in all ends securely, burying them inside the cushion. Lightly steam or mist block the cap and stalk if needed, but avoid soaking the stuffed body; reshape with your hands and let it dry fully.
Pro Tips and Variations
- Make the cap in a different color, like rust or mustard, for an autumn look, or use a deep brown for a more realistic acorn.
- Add a simple sc border around the edge of the cap before sewing it on for a crisper, more defined rim.
- For a firmer pouf that keeps its shape longer, line the inside with a fabric cover or use a ready-made pouf insert instead of loose stuffing.
