Looking for a cozy addition to your home? Consider making MJ’s Textured Floor Pouf! This oversized crochet pillow features beautiful textural lines and looks like a pumpkin, so it will also work perfectly as a standalone fall decor piece. Its round, squishable design means you can get comfortable while sitting or resting your feet on it. Ready to start working this wonderful pattern today?
What Skills Are Helpful For This Pouf Project?
The floor pouf crochet pattern from MJ’s Off The Hook Designs was designed with intermediate crocheters in mind. However, those with a good understanding of fundamental crochet techniques should find it achievable as well, thanks to an easy-to-follow video guide.
To be able to work it, you should know how to crochet stitches in rounds. The pattern also uses front post double crochets to create raised textural details.
Yarn Weight Is Required For The Pattern
Nothing will make your crochet pouf as chunky as super bulky weight yarn, so be sure to use it for this project. The designer picked Mary Maxim Starlette Chunky, but you can go for any other brand you like. A great choice would also be Lion Brand Hometown or Bernat Softee Chunky Solids. You will need approx 700-1506 yards (640-1377 m) to complete it.
If you’d like to achieve a striking pumpkin look, consider using a fiery orange shade or some earthy colors like brown.
What Is The Best Filling For The Crochet Pouf?
It’s really up to you what stuffing you will use. If the pouf is intended to be sat on, go for bean bag filling that will keep it firm and well-shaped even after frequent use. Another option is to stuff your pouf with a big bag of polyester fiberfill.
And if you’re looking for a budget-friendly solution, you can put old pillows, clothes, or duvets inside, but this may make it harder to achieve a perfectly round and springy shape.
