Crochet Ladder Links Pillow Tutorial

The Crochet Ladder Links Pillow is a delightful addition to any cozy space. Its intricate design of ladder links creates a visually appealing texture that is both modern and inviting. You can make this pillow in various colors to match your decor and add a touch of handmade warmth to your home. Whether you're an experienced crocheter looking for a new challenge or a beginner eager to learn a new stitch, this project is a perfect way to showcase your skills and create a one-of-a-kind piece.

Materials Needed

• 6oz Worsted weight acrylic yarn in white
• 6oz Worsted weight acrylic yarn in hunter green
• Size H/8 or 5mm aluminum crochet hook
• 1 16" square pillow form
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Yarn Specifications

Yarn Thickness: 4mm

Gauge: 4dc=1"

Finished Size: 16"x16"

Skill Level: Intermediate

Instructions

Make 2 pieces the same.

Row Instructions

ROW 1: With green. Ch56. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch3, turn.

ROW 2: Sk very first sc. Dc in each of the next 4 sc. Ch5. Sk next 5 sc. *Dc in each of the next 5 sc. Ch5. Sk next 5 sc. Rep from * 3 times more. Dc in each of the next 4 sc. Work a dc in last sc but drop green and join white before pulling through the last 2 lps on hook to change color. Ch1, turn.

ROW 3: Sc in each of the first 5 dc. Dc in each of the next 5 sc in front of the next ch5 sp. *Sc in each of the next 5 dc. Sc in each of the next 5 sc in front of the next ch5 sp. Rep from * 3 times more. Sc in each of the next 4 dc and in top of ch3. Ch3, turn.

ROW 4: Sk the very first sc. Dc in each of the next 4 sc. Ch5. Sk next 5 dc. *Dc in each of the next 5 sc. Ch5. Sk next 5 dc. Rep from * 3 times more. Dc in each of the next 4 sc. Work a dc in last sc but drop white and pick up green before pulling through the last 2 lps on hook to change color. Ch1, turn.

ROW 5: Sc in each of the first 5 dc. Dc in each of the next 2 dc in front of the ch5 sp. Work a dc in front of the same ch5 sp catching the ch5 sp of the previous row in the stitch. Dc in each of the next 2 dc in front of the ch5 sp. *Sc in each of the next 5 dc. Work a dc in front of the same ch5 sp catching the ch5 sp of the previous row in the stitch. Dc in each of the next 2 dc in front of the ch5 sp. Rep from * 3 times more. Sc in each of the next 4 dc and in top of ch3. Ch3, turn.

ROW 6: Sk the very first sc. Dc in each of the next 4 sc. Ch5. Sk next 5 dc. *Dc in each of the next 5 sc. Ch5. Sk next 5 dc. Rep from * 3 times more. Dc in each of the next 4 sc. Work a dc in last sc but drop green and pick up white before pulling through the last 2 lps on hook to change color. Ch1, turn.

ROW 7: Sc in each of the first 5 dc. Dc in each of the next 2 dc in front of the ch5 sp. Work a dc in front of the same ch5 sp catching the ch5 sp of the previous row in the stitch. Dc in each of the next 2 dc in front of the ch5 sp. *Sc in each of the next 5 dc. Work a dc in front of the same ch5 sp catching the ch5 sp of the previous row in the stitch. Dc in each of the next 2 dc in front of the ch5 sp. Rep from * 3 times more. Sc in each of the next 4 dc and in top of ch3. Ch3, turn.

ROW 8: Rep ROW 4.

ROW 9: Rep ROW 5.

ROW 10: Rep ROW 6.

ROW 11: Rep ROW 7.

ROW 12-44: Rep rows 8-11 consecutively. You will end this section with repeating row 4.

ROW 45: Sc in each of the first 5 dc. *Sc in each of the next 2 dc. Sc in next dc catching the ch5 sp in the stitch. Sc in each of the next 7 dc. Rep from * across ending with a sc in top of ch3. Fasten off and weave ends into back of work.

Assembly Instructions

Lay both pieces together, wrong sides facing each other. The top of the pillow is the last row you made. Join green to the top left corner of the pillow working through both layers. Ch1. Sc in the sc row and work 2 sc in each dc row down the left side. Ch2 to go around the corner. sc in each sc across the bottom. Ch2 to go around next corner. Sc in each sc row and work 2 sc in each dc row up the right-hand side. Ch2 to go around the corner. Sc in each of the next 5 stitches. Slip pillow form in. Sc in each of the next 2 sts. *Sc in next st catching the ch5 sps on both sides in this stitch. Sc in each of the next 9 stitches. Rep from * 3 times more. Sc in next st catching the ch5 sps on both sides in this stitch. Sc in each of the next 7 stitches. Ch2 to go around the corner and join w/slst to ch1. Fasten off and weave ends into back of work.