Arm Knitting: Make a Throw Pillow by Anne Weil

Intermediate | 50 min 19 sec

Taught by Anne Weil

Arm knitting is a simple process that yields luxurious results. Using super bulky yarn, knit designer Anne Weil shows you how to create a color-blocked pillow cover. As a finishing touch, you will also learn how to sew a simple pillow lining. This plush pillow can be made in a day and enjoyed year round.

Learn how to:

Create a gauge swatch
Arm knit
Change yarn colors
Place knitting on hold
Sew a simple pillowcase lining
Bind off
Sew pillow lining

What You'll Get:

Detailed lesson on how to arm knit a pillow with a color-blocked pillow cover
4 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
Detailed supplies list
Step-by-step expert instruction by Anne Weil
The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students

Chapters

Introduction
Overview00:50

Materials
Materials02:13

Make Pillow
Preparing yarn and arm knitting basics19:09
Knitting, switching colors, and placing on hold11:42
Sewing a pillowcase lining03:24
Binding off, seaming, and variations13:01

Materials

Here’s what you’ll need:

250 yards super bulky yarn (gauge = approximately 6-8 stitches over 4”). For colors shown in class, use: 164 yards Cascade Magnum in Summer Sky (or main color) and 84 yards Cascade Magnum in Ecru (or complementary color)
18” x 18” pillow insert
19” x 37” cotton fabric (or pre-made pillowcase) to match yarn color
Sewing machine
Coordinating thread
Scissors
Measuring tape
Pins
Cardboard tube or dowel for holding stitches