This crochet boho sun medallion floor cushion is a bold round bohemian floor cushion with a burnt-orange sun center, raised ochre puff-stitch rays, warm-cream relief bands, a terracotta back, and twelve oversized tassels. The construction is designed specifically for the named project rather than adapted from a generic template.
Two 24-inch circles are crocheted separately. The front expands from a twelve-stitch center through alternating post-stitch and puff-ray bands; the terracotta back is worked in plain half double crochet, and both pieces are joined around a removable insert before twelve tassels are attached.
Why You’ll Love This Project
The front post stitches, puff stitch rays, round shaping, tassel edge create a distinct floor cushion with clear checkpoints, practical structure, and strong handmade texture.
Materials
- Approximately 620 yards burnt-orange Aran-weight cotton yarn
- Approximately 420 yards ochre Aran-weight cotton yarn
- Approximately 360 yards warm-cream Aran-weight cotton yarn
- Approximately 520 yards terracotta Aran-weight cotton yarn
- One 24-inch round cushion insert or washable fiberfill liner
- Twelve locking stitch markers
- 5.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Tape measure
- Blocking mats and rustproof pins
Gauge, Measurements, and Planning
Make a generous swatch in the main stitch. The target gauge is rounds 1–6 measure approximately 7 inches across; change hook size if needed before beginning the full runner.
Make and wash a gauge swatch before beginning. Measure only after the swatch is completely dry. If the stitch width differs, change hook size rather than pulling the working yarn tighter. Keep a written count at the end of every section so the finished edges remain balanced and the assembly points line up.
Abbreviations and Special Stitches
- ch: chain
- dc: double crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- sc: single crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- BLO: back loop only
- yo: yarn over
Special stitch guidance: Puff ray: yarn over and draw up a loop four times in the same stitch, yarn over and close all loops, then chain 1. Front-post ridge: work a double crochet around the post of the stitch below. Tassel anchor: chain 2 and slip stitch around the border round.
Before You Begin
- Maintain the stated 12-stitch construction count at every checkpoint.
- Beginning chains count only where explicitly stated.
- Block components before final assembly or border work.
- Use US crochet terminology throughout.
Instructions
Build the Sun Center
Count carefully and compare the work with the finished measurements.
- Motif Round 1: With burnt orange, make a magic ring and work 12 hdc into it. Join. (12 sts)
- Rounds 2–6: Increase evenly while alternating plain half double crochet rounds with front-post ridges.
- Mark twelve equal wedges for the sun rays.
Raise the Ochre Rays
Count carefully and compare the work with the finished measurements.
- Rounds 7–15: Change to ochre and place one puff ray in every marked wedge, widening the spaces between rays evenly.
- Add warm-cream relief bands after Rounds 9 and 13.
- Keep the circle flat by adding twelve evenly spaced increases on every required expansion round.
Crochet the Back Panel
Count carefully and compare the work with the finished measurements.
- With terracotta, repeat the center and work plain half double crochet rounds until the back matches the front diameter.
- On the final two rounds, omit increases so the edge cups slightly around the insert.
- Block both panels to the same 24-inch circle.
Join Stuff and Tassel
Count carefully and compare the work with the finished measurements.
- Hold wrong sides together and single crochet around through both panels, leaving an 8-inch opening.
- Insert the cushion form or lined fiberfill, then close the remaining edge.
- Attach twelve oversized ochre-and-cream tassels at equal intervals around the seam.
Assembly and Shaping
Follow the project-specific assembly sequence for round textured sun floor cushion. Pin or mark every component before joining and keep the finished layout balanced.
Lay every component on a flat surface before joining. Match the marked centers first, then divide each remaining edge into equal sections. Work through both layers with consistent tension and pause after each section to check that the fabric lies flat. This measured approach prevents twisting and keeps decorative details facing the intended direction.
Finishing
- Weave every tail through matching stitches and reverse direction once.
- Inspect all joins, motif anchors, and border corners.
- Block to 24 inches across and 5 inches deep.
- Allow the runner to dry completely before styling.
For a polished result, weave each tail through several same-color stitches, reverse direction once, and trim only after the fabric has been gently stretched. Block to the listed dimensions without flattening textured stitches. Inspect joins, borders, straps, and decorative pieces before the project is used or gifted.
Helpful Tips
- Use locking markers at every construction checkpoint.
- Record row and motif counts as you work.
- Keep joins and color changes relaxed enough to lie flat.
- Photograph the complete layout before final assembly.
Good lighting and a contrasting stitch marker make counting much easier. If a section looks uneven, compare the current count with the previous checkpoint before continuing. Fixing one missed stitch early is faster than compensating later, and it preserves the measurements used by the assembly instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make a removable cover?
Yes. Replace the final eight inches of seam with five wooden buttons and reinforced chain loops.
Can I omit the tassels?
Yes. Finish with one round of reverse single crochet for a cleaner modern edge.
What filling works best?
A firm round insert holds the relief pattern best, while a lined fiberfill cushion feels softer.
Conclusion
The finished crochet boho sun medallion floor cushion showcases front post stitches, puff stitch rays, round shaping, tassel edge in a construction that matches the project from foundation through finishing.
Printable Crochet Pattern Card
Project: Crochet Boho Sun Medallion Floor Cushion
Skill level: Intermediate Hook: 5.5 mm Yarn: Aran
Finished size: Approximately 24 inches across and 5 inches deep
Card Materials
- Approximately 620 yards burnt-orange Aran-weight cotton yarn
- Approximately 420 yards ochre Aran-weight cotton yarn
- Approximately 360 yards warm-cream Aran-weight cotton yarn
- Approximately 520 yards terracotta Aran-weight cotton yarn
- One 24-inch round cushion insert or washable fiberfill liner
- Twelve locking stitch markers
- 5.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Tape measure
- Blocking mats and rustproof pins
Card Instructions
- Build the Sun Center: Motif Round 1: With burnt orange, make a magic ring and work 12 hdc into it. Join. (12 sts) Rounds 2–6: Increase evenly while alternating plain half double crochet rounds with front-post ridges. Mark twelve equal wedges for the sun rays.
- Raise the Ochre Rays: Rounds 7–15: Change to ochre and place one puff ray in every marked wedge, widening the spaces between rays evenly. Add warm-cream relief bands after Rounds 9 and 13. Keep the circle flat by adding twelve evenly spaced increases on every required expansion round.
- Crochet the Back Panel: With terracotta, repeat the center and work plain half double crochet rounds until the back matches the front diameter. On the final two rounds, omit increases so the edge cups slightly around the insert. Block both panels to the same 24-inch circle.
- Join Stuff and Tassel: Hold wrong sides together and single crochet around through both panels, leaving an 8-inch opening. Insert the cushion form or lined fiberfill, then close the remaining edge. Attach twelve oversized ochre-and-cream tassels at equal intervals around the seam.
Finish: Check every count, weave in all ends, block to measurement, and inspect each join.
