16. Diagonal Bias Knit Ribbed Pillow

Knitting on the bias from corner to corner generates striking diagonal rib lines, offering dynamic movement and modern geometry across any seating arrangement.

  • What This Idea Means: A square cushion worked diagonally from one corner to the opposite corner using regular increases and decreases to orient rib stitches on a 45-degree angle.
  • How to Make It: Cast on 3 stitches on 5mm needles. Increase 1 stitch at each edge on every RS row while working in 3×3 rib until the diagonal edge equals 18 inches. Then, decrease 1 stitch at each edge on every RS row until 3 stitches remain. Bind off. Repeat for the back panel and seam.
  • Tips and Variations: Use self-striping or gradient yarn to produce diagonal chevron-style stripes effortlessly.
  • Materials Needed: 300g worsted weight tweed yarn, 5mm needles, 18×18-inch square insert, tapestry needle.