Hi folks! 👋 I’m really excited to share that one of my older designs has had a little refresh and is now back again – the Retro Gamer Cushion!
A Nostalgic Crochet Project
Originally published in Simply Crochet Magazine, this fun design was inspired by the classic arcade game Space Invaders, one of the earliest video games released back in 1978 and widely considered a pioneer of modern gaming. Even though the game was created before I was born, I definitely remember playing it as a child – usually on an old arcade machine somewhere like a caravan park or seaside arcade.
That retro gaming aesthetic has always been fun and colourful, so I wanted to capture that nostalgic feel in crochet form, and I thought corner to corner technique would be ideal. The result is a bright and playful cushion cover featuring a pixel-style alien motif that any gaming fan will instantly recognise. Whether it’s for a gamer’s bedroom, a cosy corner of the sofa, or a quirky handmade gift, it’s a really fun make.
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It’s a great project if you enjoy colourwork and want something a little different from traditional crochet home décor. My version now has a home in my teenage daughter’s room, as she’s a big fan of gaming and loved the retro design. 🎮
🧶 What You’ll Need for the Cushion
- DK weight yarn in grey and green
- Crochet hook – size to suit your yarn (I used a 4 mm hook / US size G/5)
- 1 x 50x50cm (20×20 inch) cushion inner
- 6 x 2cm buttons
- a tapestry needle
- Optional: stitch markers
❤️ SAVE RETRO GAMER CUSHION ON RAVELRY ❤️
The Retro Gamer Cushion in now available for purchase from usual pattern platforms – but scroll down to see limited special offer!
This pattern will be available in this year’s A Geeks & Gamers Crochet Blog Hop hosted by Green Fox Farms Designs. Each day features a limited-time free or discounted pattern designed for real use at game nights, conventions, and everyday fandom life.
🎮 Blog Hop Instructions:
- Go to the main roundup post and scroll to 11 March 2026 entry.
- Scroll down the post until you see the download button. The most current featured design will be added to the bottom. This way it stays in chronological order and it’s easy to find the current pattern feature.
- Follow the instructions to get today’s blog post link and / or coupon code to use on Ravelry.
- Download the pattern to your device or library!
🎮 Missed a Day? Get the Bundle
If you don’t want to hop from blog to blog every day or you missed a day and love the patterns, there is also a pattern bundle option where you can grab all of the patterns from the event at a big discount.
🎮 Share your makes
If you are reading this after the promotion has passed you can purchase the Retro Gamer Cushion from any of the links to my patterns stores (links above)
I can’t wait to see your versions of the Retro Gamer Cushion. Be sure to tag me on social media (facebook, twitter or instagram) or as a project on Ravelry) with your WIPs or finished projects – I love seeing what you all come up with. And if you have any questions, feel free to drop them in the comments below.
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Until next time folks! Happy hooking, keep calm and crochet on my friends xx
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