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    Home » Moogly Crochet Along

    The 2014 Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long: Block #24!

    Published: Nov 26, 2014 by Tamara Kelly · 8 Comments

    This is the end... (cue 1970's thunder...)  ... of the 2014 Moogly Afghan CAL! Except not, because while this IS the last square for the year, we've got joining and borders and showing off left to do! So I'm giving you this square a day early, so you can have the long holiday weekend to work on it. (And because I'm taking tomorrow off to cook for 25 people!) 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 - Purifying Puritans
    November 26th - THIS POST! We're done!
    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 #24: Holiday Ornament Afghan Square
    by Julie Yeager

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

    Holiday Ornament Square by Julie Yeager - Block 24 in the Moogly 2014 Afghan CAL!

     

    Above is the original, made with 3 colors. I love the look of this square, and how it all come together - which is a lot quicker than you might think! Below is mine, made with the same 3 colors. I stuck with the holiday theme, but if you check out the Ravelry gallery, there's lots of color inspiration to be had!

    Holiday Ornament Square by Julie Yeager - Block 24 in the Moogly 2014 Afghan CAL!

    Now for my notes!

    • First of all, please note that this pattern will only be free through December 31st of this year.  So if you're behind and hoping to catch up in 2015, print or download it now!
    • Moogly tutorials that might help you: BLO/FLO (back/front loop only), DTr (double treble), Standing Single Crochet (join with sc)
    • This pattern is really well written, and the only change I made was to start with a magic circle instead of a ch 4 ring, but that's just personal preference. I would recommend using a blank paper over the pattern to help you keep your place - or ticking off rows as you go.
    • And of course, measure your work as you get to the last couple of rounds. Mine turned out to be exactly 12 inches - but everyone is different!
    • I did find that this square needed some strong blocking - to help alleviate this a bit, make sure your tall sts in Round 13 are nice and tall. But then don't be afraid to use a blocking board and even a bit of steam to get it to square.
    • I followed the color changes exactly as written - they actually call for white in the last round, although the original photo shows green.
    • 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! It's been so much fun, and I can't wait to see how everyone's afghans turn out! I'll be trying to set something up here on the blog so everyone who wants to can show off their finished blankets, and I'll have some edging ideas for you next week! And by the end of December I'll share the plans for 2015!

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    1. 1

      Penny

      November 26, 2014 at 2:21 pm

      at about some edgings to go around the afghan. I am at a loss for an edging nothing i have done in the past appeals to me. Thank you

      Reply
      • 2

        Janet

        November 29, 2014 at 6:01 pm

        I like doing a reverse double crotchet around the edges. Experiment going backwards skipping two stitches between each stitch. Email me if you need exact instructions.

        Reply
    2. 3

      Andria

      November 27, 2014 at 1:21 pm

      Hi Tamara, I just wanted to say thank you for organising this CAL. It's the first CAL I've ever done! I've been with it from the start, substituted a few squares, added an extra one, joined with flat braid, and made up a border. I have learnt a few new techniques and have really enjoyed seeing other people's squares on the Ravely forum. I'm so proud of my finished blanket, which is one of the most ambitious things I've ever made. All possible because of your inspiration and the fantastic designers. (Now I'd better get some Christmas presents done!)

      Reply
      • 4

        Tamara Kelly

        November 28, 2014 at 12:53 pm

        <3 Wow, thank you so much Andria!

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    3. 5

      Barbara Bryson

      November 29, 2014 at 10:43 am

      Hi Tamara,
      I just wanted you to know how much I appreciate all your efforts and kindness. I made the Sven sweater (or my version of it) for a little boy whose mom had a very difficult pregnancy. I've been in a position of need before and love to pay it forward whenever I can. If I can figure out how to do it I'll send you a picture of the sweaterI took of it in my car before I delivered it (forgot to do it at home). Anyway, I just wanted you to know how much I love your site and creativity. You are a blessing to everyone.

      Best wishes,

      Barbara

      Reply
    4. 6

      Nancy

      November 29, 2014 at 11:49 am

      I am new to Moogly and I love the Moogly Cal 2014 patterns! Is there anywhere that all are available for one price as a pdf download? Thank you for your help!

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      • 7

        Tamara Kelly

        November 30, 2014 at 12:19 pm

        Hi Nancy! I'm afraid that since they're all from different designers, I can't offer them as such. Thank you though!

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    5. 8

      samantha thomson

      December 20, 2014 at 1:19 pm

      Hi all, I started this blog and got about half way through but am now missing the PDF's for blocks 2 and 13 if anyone has them as they are now $1.99 on Ravelry 🙁 It would be much appreciated so that I can finish the afghan for my in laws for their 25th wedding anniversary in February.

      Thank you!

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