If you love adding color and texture to your home, this crochet beaded pillow cover pattern is such a fun project to make.
Using a classic granny square design and bold color changes every two rounds, this pillow works up into a beautiful statement piece that looks far more complicated than it actually is.
This pattern is made with worsted weight cotton yarn (I used I Love This Cotton), which gives it great structure and durability—perfect for everyday use on a couch, chair, or bed.
The beaded edging adds a subtle decorative detail that elevates the finished look while still keeping the project beginner-friendly.
Each pillow is made from two large granny squares that grow evenly over 18 rounds, with a simple repeating stitch pattern that’s easy to relax into.
The color sequence creates a modern striped effect, but you can easily customize it with your own favorite palette to match your space.
This pattern is a great option if you’re looking for a quick home décor project that uses basic stitches and creates a polished, high-end result.
Grab your hook and let’s make a cozy, colorful crochet pillow you’ll love showing off.
Happy crocheting!
Crochet Beaded Pillows
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Materials (for 2 pillows)
– Size 4 cotton yarn (I used I Love This Cotton) – 6 colors, approx. 2 skeins each, 3 skeins of teal color
– Colors: Curry, Serene Spa, Deep Teal, Aqua, Rosey II, Rosey
– Size H (5.00 mm) crochet hook
– Smaller hook for beads (approx. 1.5 mm)
– Tapestry needle
– Two 18” pillow inserts (can purchase at any craft store)
– 8 mm beads with large holes
Abbreviations
– ch – chain
– st(s) – stitch(es)
– dc – double crochet
– sc – single crochet
– sl st – slip stitch
– sp – space
Notes
– Make 2 squares
– Pattern is worked in joined rounds
– Ch 3 counts as dc
– Total: 18 rounds
– Color changes every 2 rounds as follows:
Rounds 1–2: Curry
Rounds 3–4: Serene Spa
Rounds 5–6: Deep Teal
Rounds 7–8: Aqua
Rounds 9–10: Rosey II
Rounds 11–12: Rosey
Rounds 13–14: Curry
Rounds 15–16: Serene Spa
Rounds 17–18: Deep Teal
Pattern
Round 1 (Curry). Ch 4, sl st to first ch to form a ring (or use a magic circle). Ch 3, 2 dc in ring, ch 2, (3 dc, ch 2) 3 times. Sl st to top of beginning ch 3 to join. (4 clusters, 4 corner spaces)
Round 2 (Curry). Sl st into next corner space. Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp. (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in each corner space around. Sl st to join. (8 clusters)
Change to Serene Spa
Round 3 (Serene Spa). Sl st into next corner space. (Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in corner space. Work 3 dc in next space between clusters. Repeat around. Sl st to join.
Round 4 (Serene Spa). Sl st into next corner space. (Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in corner space. Work 3 dc in each space between clusters across. Repeat around. Sl st to join.
Change to Deep Teal
Round 5 (Deep Teal). Repeat Round 4.
Round 6 (Deep Teal). Repeat Round 4.
Change to Aqua
Round 7 (Aqua). Repeat Round 4.
Round 8 (Aqua). Repeat Round 4.
Change to Rosey II
Round 9 (Rosey II). Repeat Round 4.
Round 10 (Rosey II). Repeat Round 4.
Change to Rosey
Round 11 (Rosey). Repeat Round 4.
Round 12 (Rosey). Repeat Round 4.
Change to Curry
Round 13 (Curry). Repeat Round 4.
Round 14 (Curry). Repeat Round 4.
Change to Serene Spa
Round 15 (Serene Spa). Repeat Round 4.
Round 16 (Serene Spa). Repeat Round 4.
Change to Deep Teal
Round 17 (Deep Teal). Repeat Round 4.
Round 18 (Deep Teal). Repeat Round 4.
Fasten off.
Finish
Weave in ends.
With right sides facing out, place squares together.
Sc edges together, working 3 sc in each corner space.
Sc around 3 sides, insert pillow, then continue along final side.
Sl st to join.
Beaded Edge
Sc in next st. Switch to smaller hook, place bead on hook, insert into next st and sc through bead. Ch 1, sl st in next st.
Repeat around.
Sl st to join and fasten off.
Weave in ends.
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