How many times have you heard that crochet is just for grandmas? While there’s something heartwarming about these fiber arts being passed down through generations, the pandemic sparked a fresh wave of interest among younger crafters. In the midst of lockdowns and uncertainty, I created the “Fuck Crochet Pillow Pattern” to inject some humor and show that crochet can be edgy and relevant, especially for a younger crowd. The pattern was designed to break the stereotype and offer something fun that speaks to the realities of modern life.
To my surprise, the pattern took off on TikTok, quickly gaining a massive following. What started as a playful project soon became a viral sensation, leading to a series of new patterns, each more popular than the last. The “Fuck Crochet Pillow” might be silly, but it marked a turning point for me, helping to grow a platform where I could promote crochet and fiber arts to a broader, more diverse audience
Here’s everything you need to create the Fuck Crochet Pillow
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Skill level
Advanced Beginner
Hook size
5mm crochet hook
Supplies
- 400 yd of worsted weight yarn
- Poly-fil or filling of your choice
Pattern notes
This pattern is written for right-handed crocheters in US terms. For left-handed crocheters, work each Row from end to beginning.
Abbreviations
- ch = chain stitch
- st= stitch
- sc= single crochet
- hdc= half double crochet
- bobble = bobble stitch
Disclaimer: This pattern is intended for personal use only. Duplication of this pattern for sale or distribution is protected under copyright and are property of The Morning Crafter.
Stitch guide
- Single Crochet Stitch (sc): insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through 1 loop (leaving 2 loops on the hook), yarn over, pull through both loops
- Half Double Crochet Stitch (hdc): yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through 1 loop (leaving 3 loops on the hook), yarn over, pull through all three loops
- Bobble Stitch (bob): yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through 1 loop (leaving 3 loops on the hook), yarn over, pull through two loops, repeat process 3 more times (4 total), until you have 5 loops on the hook. Pull through all 5 loops.
The chart
Feel free to increase the size of this pillow by adding rows to above the text and below the text, or to each side of the text by increasing your initial chain length in multiples of 2. (ex, this pattern starts with a ch of 76. To increase, you would increase to 78, or 80).
The pattern is done in two parts, a front panel and a back panel. They are stitched separately and then crocheted together at the end, prior to stuffing the pillow.
You will be working the letters of the text backward with the bobble stitch, which means your first bobble will be the top corner of your “K”, followed by the “C”, then “U”, then “F”. As your piece starts to take shape, you’ll notice the word starting to form, and perhaps will let out a little giggle as you see fit.
The chain 1 at the beginning of each row does not count as a stitch. When making the front panel, the bobble stitches are always made on the right side of your work. The row of single crochet is always the wrong side of your work. The single crochets on either side of your bobble stitches help make the stitch puff outward.
Instructions
Front panel
Begin: ch 76
Row 1: Starting in the 2nd st from your hook, sc all the way to end (75) turn, ch 1
Row 2: Hdc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 3: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 4: Hdc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 5: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 6: Hdc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 7: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 8: Hdc in the next 8 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 6 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 5 stitches, *(sc, bobble) 4 times, sc, hdc in the next 7 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 7 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 3 stitches, *(sc, bobble) 5 times, sc, hdc in the next 7 stitches, (75) turn, ch 1
Row 9: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 10: Hdc in the next 10 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 4 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 3 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 7 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 5 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 7 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 11 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the last 7 stitches, (75), turn, ch 1
Row 11: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 12: Hdc in the next 12 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 2 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 15 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 3 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 7 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 11 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the last 7 stitches (75), turn, ch 1
Row 13: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 14: Hdc in the next 14 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 15 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 3 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 7 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 7 stitches, *(sc, bobb) 3 times, sc, hdc in the last 7 stitches, (75) turn, ch 1
*Note: You may notice your project is starting to slant and take on a strange angle. This is normal. As long as you’re counting 75 total stitches in each row, you’re in good shape. We’ll correct this when we stitch and shape the pillow. You can also block the piece at the end if you would like
Row 15: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 16: Hdc in the next 15 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 15 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 3 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 7 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 11 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the last 7 stitches (75), turn, ch 1
Row 17: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 18: Hdc in the next 14 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 15 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 3 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 7 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 11 stitches, sc, bobb, sc, hdc in the last 7 stitches, (75) turn, ch 1
Row 19: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 20: Hdc in the next 12 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 2 stitches, sc bobble, sc, hdc in the next 15 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 3 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 7 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 11 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the last 7 stitches (75), turn, ch 1
Row 21: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 22: Hdc in the next 10 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 4 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 3 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 7 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 7 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 3 stitches, ,sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 13 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the last 7 stitches (75), turn, ch 1
Row 23: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 24: Hdc in the next 8 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 6 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the next 5 stitches, *(sc, bobble) 4 times, sc, hdc in the next 10 stitches, *(sc, bobble) 3 times, sc, hdc in the next 14 stitches, sc, bobble, sc, hdc in the last 7 stitches (75), turn, ch 1
Row 25: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 26: Hdc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 27: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 28: Hdc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 29: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 30: Hdc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
Row 31: Sc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
At the end of Row 31, tie off.
Back panel
egin: ch 76
Row 1: Starting in the 2nd st from your hook, sc all the way to end (75) turn, ch 1
Row 2: Hdc in every stitch across (75), turn, ch 1
*Repeat Rows 1-2 for 31 total rows, ending with a row of sc*
Do not tie off.
Joining the panels
Keeping your hook on the last ch stitch, insert your hook into the bottom corner of your front panel. In each row across, insert hook through next stitch in back AND front panel, joining them with a sc stitch. continue to the corner.
When you get to the end of that first row, sc 4 times in corner, turn your work and continue sc in each stitch on back and front panel along the side. Sc 4 times in top corner, continue stitching along the top of your pillow, sc 4 times in corner, stitch about 1/2 way down final side.
Stuff pillow to personal puffiness preference. Once stuffed to your liking, continue on the final side to seal up your pillow. Sc 3 times in the final corner.
Tie off. Tuck in any leftover strings from your project, and VOILA! You made the Fuck Crochet Pillow! Tag me in your pictures on Instagram and TikTok!.
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