Irish Rose Pillow

Most crocheters would instantly recognize the crocheted Irish Rose, yet it has many variations. The features that are often varied include the choice of an open or solid center, the number of rounds of petals, the size and shape of the petals, and how densely the petals are stacked. The rose used for this project has a solid center and densely stacked petals.

Materials Needed

• Nazli Gelin Garden, size 10, 100% cotton thread, 306 yards (279.8 m)/50 gram (1.8 oz) ball, 1 ball of #700-39 Rose (MC) and 3 balls of #700-08 Ecru (CC); www.universalyarn.com
• Crochet hooks, steel sizes 7 (1.65 mm) and 8 (1.50 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
• Pillow form, 12 x 12 inches (30.5 x 30.5 cm)

Finished size: 12 x 12 inches (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
Gauge: Rose motif, width between 2¼ and 2½ inches (5.7 and 6.3 cm); 10 dc = 1 inch (2.5 cm) on back Note: Make one complete motif and check gauge. If the motif is smaller than 2¼ inches (5.7 cm) or larger than 2½ inches (6.3 cm), the pillow cover will be too small or too large for the pillow form.