Knit a nautical cushion: free pattern

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The front of the cushion cover is knitted in squares featuring either a diamond or anchor motif, and instructions are given for two sizes

Measurements
For a snug fit on a 40cm or 60cm square cushion pad

You will need
● 4 x 50g balls of Rowan Pima Cotton DK in Baltic Blue 063 for the 40cm-square cushion or 8 x 50g balls of Rowan Purelife Organic Cotton DK in Medium Indigo 994 for the 60cm-square cushion
● pair each of 3.25mm and 3.75mm knitting needles
● cable needle
● 40cm or 60cm square cushion pad
■ The pattern is taken from Casual Classics by Rowan (£7.95). Call 01484 681881 for yarn and book stockists.

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