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    Home » Moogly Crochet Along

    The 2014 Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long: Block #23!

    Published: Nov 13, 2014 · Modified: Nov 24, 2014 by Tamara Kelly · 10 Comments

    Only two more squares to go - then it's time to start joining and showing off your finished afghans! The last one was amazing, but I'm having trouble deciding whether I liked that one or this new one better - they're both just so fun to make! So let's get to it, but remember that the very last square will be released a day early, on a Wednesday, due to American Thanksgiving. But if this is the first you've heard of the 2014 Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long, then start HERE to read how it works - and plan on joining in next year! I'll be announcing the plans for the 2015 CAL in December so we all have time to plan!

    Come join the Moogly Afghan CAL 2014! All free #crochet patterns and a great community to make them with!

    Need to catch up? Here is the CAL schedule, with links to the previous blocks (click on the date to go to that blog post):

    The Square Schedule:
    January 8th - Anticipation Mystery Square
    January 23rd - Catalina Afghan Square
    February 6th - Hugs N Kisses Square
    February 20th - Veronica's Rose
    March 6th - Lion's Mane
    March 20th - More V's Please
    April 3rd - Drop in the Bucket
    April 17th - Princess
    May 1st - Op-Art Afghan Square
    May 15th - Flower Tile Afghan Square
    May 29th - Summer Romance
    June 12th - Summer Solstice
    June 26th - Spikey Circle
    July 10th - Starfire
    July 24th - I Love the V Stitch
    August 7th- See How They Run
    August 21st - Hugging the Stars
    September 4th - Dalliance
     September 18th - Bold Squares
    October 2nd - Cocoa Puff
    October 16th - Manny Ann's Square
    October 30th - Starburst Flower Mandala Square
    November 13th - THIS POST
    November 26th

     

    Ravelry Group for the Moogly Afghan CAL!
    If you're confused, lost, or just want to chat with some super nice crocheters, be sure to check out the Ravelry Group created just for this CAL! CLICK HERE
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    BLOCK #23: Purifying Puritans
    by Margaret MacInnis

    (Click the name of the pattern above to go to the Ravelry page for this pattern.)

    Purifying Puritans: Moogly 2014 CAL Block #23!

    Above is the original, made with 2 colors. There is SO much texture and interest in this design, and it will take you  couple of evenings to make - but it's so worth it! Below is mine, made with 3 colors:

    Purifying Puritans: Moogly 2014 CAL Block #23!

     

    Now for my notes!

    • Moogly tutorials that might help you: BLO (back loop only), Magic Circle (aka Adjustable Loop), Post Stitches
    • This pattern is really well written, but it's definitely not a beginner pattern. In my handwritten notes on my copy I wrote two things - Trust the Pattern, and Use the Photo Tutorial! When you start the petals, it might seem crazy... but trust the pattern! When you download the pattern on Ravelry, you'll see that there are actually two things you can download - one is the written pattern, and the other is a photo tutorial. I'd recommend printing out the written pattern, and then referring to the tutorial on screen when needed.
    • And of course, measure your work as you get to the last couple of rounds. I used the I hook throughout, and for the last round I worked sc sts for a perfect 12" square.
    • Although I used different shades of red and green, I followed the color changes exactly as written, until the very last row, where as you can see I brought in my white!
    One of the things I loved about this pattern was the challenge of it! The construction is so unique, and I was so proud of myself when it was all done! If it isn't your thing, you can find a list of alternate free squares patterns by clicking HERE as well as a list of fantastic paid squares patterns by clicking HERE! Thanks so much for crocheting-a-long with me!
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    1. 1

      Susan M Jensen

      November 13, 2014 at 9:02 pm

      Just Loved all the squares--Inquisitly Beautiful. TY TY for sharing and doing crochet a long

      Reply
    2. 2

      Athena

      November 13, 2014 at 10:56 pm

      WOW! This looks awesome. Can't wait for this challenge.

      Reply
    3. 3

      Joan C Dunn

      November 14, 2014 at 10:52 am

      I have a feeling this is going to drive me crazy, but I am going to try it. It is a beautiful pattern and I love your colors. Many of the squares have been challenging for me this year and I am always proud of myself for following thru and doing them, I have learned a lot.

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      • 4

        Tamara Kelly

        November 14, 2014 at 12:13 pm

        🙂 I'm so glad to hear it Joan! Yay for stretching the crochet muscles!

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    4. 5

      firetender

      November 17, 2014 at 1:59 pm

      Beautiful pattern and I am enjoying the challenge. when you join the picot to the background do you join through the space of the picot or the chain 3 stitch of the chain that made the picot? thank you for your help

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      • 6

        Tamara Kelly

        November 17, 2014 at 4:14 pm

        I went through the space in the middle. 🙂

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    5. 7

      Donna

      November 22, 2014 at 4:12 pm

      Really a fun CAL! Interesting squares and was able to use up some yarn I've had for a really long time! My hubby was even interested in the next square as it was announced! Your ideas for putting them together are great and now I just need to figure out which one I like best. Thank you also to the crafters that made their patterns available on Ravelry!

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      • 8

        Tamara Kelly

        November 24, 2014 at 9:28 am

        😀 I'm so glad you've enjoyed it Donna! I've got one last one for this week - be sure to grab it fast when it comes out, it'll only be free through the end of the year!

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    6. 9

      Amy C.

      December 28, 2014 at 3:25 pm

      Hi Tamara, I'm trying to start this square and I'm having trouble and needing the tutorial which I can't get to download. Have any suggestions?

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      • 10

        Tamara Kelly

        December 29, 2014 at 9:11 am

        Definitely check out the Ravelry group! They're a big help!

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