Once upon a long time ago, I used to design knitting and crochet patterns for the brand Deramores. Who remembers them? They were a really popular brand that made their own yarn kits and they had some GORGEOUS yarn (I still have a few balls of their lovely, smooth Studio DK), but very sadly, they closed their doors in 2022 – a sad time for us crafters and for them as a company.

However, happy face time, because I am so pleased to be bringing back some of my most popular Deramores designs to this blog and sharing them all once again with you. A lot of these patterns were available for free on the Deramores website, and I have hand-picked my absolute favourite ones, starting off with this sea urchin pouffe free knitting pattern.

I still remember how much joy this project brought to so many makers – it was a bestseller – and I really wanted to make sure it remained available for everyone looking to add a touch of handmade, cosy texture to their homes. Whether you are a beginner looking to master a new skill or an experienced knitter in search of a quick and satisfying weekend project, this pattern is designed to be just as enjoyable to create as it is to display. Grab your needles and your favourite chunky yarn, and let us get started on creating something truly special together!

Sea Urchin Pouffe: Free Knitting Pattern

Welcome to this cozy, beginner-friendly home decor project! This Sea Urchin Pouffe is perfect for adding a touch of texture to your living space. Chunky, soft, and fun to make, it’s a great way to practice holding yarn triple to create a professional, high-end look.

Project Lowdown: Sea Urchin Pouffe: Free Knitting Pattern

Skill Level: Beginner-friendly
Finished Dimensions: Approx. 158cm circumference, 50cm top/bottom width, 25cm high
Technique: Yarn held triple (Try a practice swatch first!)
Time Needed: A weekend project

Materials & Substitutions

Original Yarn: Deramores Studio Chunky (12 x 100g). Since this yarn is discontinued, you can substitute it with any high-quality Chunky/Bulky weight acrylic yarn. Look for yarns that are soft but hold their shape well, such as Paintbox Yarns Simply Chunky or Stylecraft Special Chunky.

Tip: Because you are holding the yarn triple, make sure you have enough total yardage. You need roughly 1.2kg of yarn/1,044 yards in total. Check your local yarn shop or use Yarnsub.com to match the feel of your favourite replacements.

Additional Supplies:

15mm circular knitting needle (80cm length)
750g fibrefill toy filling (3 x 250g bags)
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle

Abbreviations

Techniques & Abbreviations
Abbreviations	K: Knit K2tog: Knit 2 stitches together Kfb: Knit into front and back of same stitch P: Purl Rep: Repeat St(s): Stitch(es)
Notes	[….] indicates a repeat sequence. (… sts) shows your final stitch count for that round.

Pattern Instructions

Main Body

Using Yarn A held triple, cast on 61 sts, leaving a tail of approximately 50cm.

Join in the round: Bring needle tips together. Slip top stitch of right-hand (RH) needle to left-hand (LH) needle. Place stitch marker on RH needle to mark the start of the round. Knit the first 2 sts together to join the round. Continue with Round 1, slipping the marker at the end of each round (60 sts).

Round 1: Knit to end (60 sts).
Round 2: Knit to end (60 sts).
Round 3: [Kfb, k1] rep to end (90 sts).
Round 4: Knit to end (90 sts).
Rounds 5-37: [K4, p1] rep to end (90 sts).
Round 38: Knit to end (90 sts).
Round 39: [K2tog, k1] rep to end (60 sts).
Round 40: Knit to end (60 sts).
Round 41: Knit to end (60 sts).

Cast off all stitches.

Making Up

Using the tail of yarn, weave in and out of all cast-on stitches. Pull tight to close and weave through the same stitches a couple more times to secure.
Thread yarn through to the wrong side and knot securely inside.
Stuff the pouffe firmly with the stuffing.
Seam the cast-off end the same way as the opposite end. Knot the yarn securely on the outside and push the knot in slightly to conceal. Display and love your finished pouffe!

If you loved this free pattern, don’t forget to share your work and tag me on Instagram! I love to see your creations.

Have a crafty day!