Description

Squishy Fishies – Fish Cushion Knitting Pattern (PDF)

Knit something fun and full of character with this fish cushion knitting pattern, designed especially for children and playful interiors.

These Squishy Fishies make wonderful handmade gifts and are perfect for kids’ bedrooms, playrooms, or any fish lover’s home.

The pattern includes two different fish-shaped cushion designs, both worked in chunky yarn for a quick, satisfying knit. Their soft, squishy texture makes them ideal for cuddling as well as decorating.

Finished Sizes

Plain Fish:
Approx. 48 cm (19 in) from tail to nose × 29 cm (11½ in) high

Striped Fish:
Approx. 46 cm (18 in) from tail to nose × 37 cm (14½ in) high

Materials

Yarn: Rico Design Essentials Big
48 m per 50 g ball
50% Virgin Wool / 50% Acrylic

Plain Fish
A – 3 balls shade 034 Turquoise
B – 1 ball shade 018 Mint

Striped Fish
C – 3 balls shade 027 Neon Green
D – 2 balls shade 035 Azure

For both cushions
• Pair of 5 mm knitting needles
• 2 small buttons (per fish)
• ¼ metre thick wadding (enough for both)
• Tapestry needle

Yarn quantities are approximate and based on average requirements.

Yarn Substitution

Use any chunky yarn that knits to a tension of 11 stitches and 16 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over stocking stitch on 5 mm needles.

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These knitted fish cushions are a great project if you’re looking for:

• A child-friendly knitting pattern

• A playful handmade gift

• A fun way to use chunky yarn

See more of my Knitting Patterns for the Home HERE