• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
moogly
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Patterns
  • Tutorials
  • MooglyCAL
  • Giveaways
  • Lives
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • TikTok
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • Patterns
    • Tutorials
    • MooglyCAL
    • Giveaways
    • Lives
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • TikTok
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Moogly Crochet Along

    Extra Patterns for the Crochet-a-Long: 10 Free Afghan Squares!

    Published: Mar 13, 2014 · Modified: Jun 28, 2018 by Tamara Kelly · 29 Comments

    The Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long is featuring 24 amazing afghan square patterns between January and November of this year - a new one every 2 weeks. It's just enough to make a 4' x 6' throw! But that means lots of lovely blocks ended up being left out. However! If you want a larger blanket without repeating squares, or if you don't like one of my picks and would like a substitute, then you're in luck - because I've put together a list of gorgeous and free squares that didn't make it into the CAL! You can pick any of these 10 free afghan squares patterns without worrying that it will pop up later in the year.

    Whether or not you've joined the Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long, you'll want to check out these 10 gorgeous patterns for free afghan squares - all 12" and using a 5.5mm hook!

    Ten 12" Free Afghan Square Patterns

    Click on the name of the patterns you like, in pink text - they're links to the pattern pages! And be sure to check out the Ravelry Galleries for each for lots of great color inspiration!

    1. Eight Pointed Flower (no longer free!) by Julie Yeager, on Ravelry - Julie has so many gorgeous square patterns, I could've easily done the whole crochet-a-long with just her squares! Alas, some had to be left out - but this one would look fantastic in any blanket!Whether or not you've joined the Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long, you'll want to check out these 10 gorgeous patterns for free afghan squares - all 12" and using a 5.5mm hook!
    2. Spring Fling 12" Square by April Moreland, on Dishcloth Diaries: We're making a couple of April's other patterns as well, and as usual this one looks great in a single color - but in the Ravelry gallery there are some multicolored ones that really sing!Whether or not you've joined the Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long, you'll want to check out these 10 gorgeous patterns for free afghan squares - all 12" and using a 5.5mm hook!
    3. Beware the Ides of March Afghan Crochet Block Square by Margaret MacInnis, on Ravelry: Margaret's name will be coming up in this CAL a few times as well! So many talented and prolific designers, so little time! If you want to do a sampler blanket with just one designer's patterns, she's a great choice - everything is gorgeous!Whether or not you've joined the Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long, you'll want to check out these 10 gorgeous patterns for free afghan squares - all 12" and using a 5.5mm hook!
    4. Fountain of Roses 12" Square by Shan Sevcik, on Ravelry: This one has so much texture, and it looks like it's a blast to make! The center comes up just like a fountain, and the "roses" around the border really pop!Whether or not you've joined the Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long, you'll want to check out these 10 gorgeous patterns for free afghan squares - all 12" and using a 5.5mm hook!
    5. Magic Spike Mandala Square by Tamara Kelly, on Moogly: That's right, the square I designed is not in the Crochet-a-long... there are just too many patterns by other designers that I want to make! But I do enjoy this square, and I think it fits right in with the ones I did pick.Whether or not you've joined the Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long, you'll want to check out these 10 gorgeous patterns for free afghan squares - all 12" and using a 5.5mm hook!
    6. A Caterpillar Life by Jacqui Goulbourn, on Ravelry: This one is wonderfully 3D, with butterflies that pop right off the surface of the square - and it's inspired by a classic children's book (one I think I can recite from memory at this point)!Whether or not you've joined the Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long, you'll want to check out these 10 gorgeous patterns for free afghan squares - all 12" and using a 5.5mm hook!
    7. Super Sampler by Donna Kay Lacey, on Ravelry: Perfect for everyone doing this as a stashbuster! There are lots of different stitches here and it doesn't look easy, but she promises a photo heavy tutorial to help you through!Whether or not you've joined the Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long, you'll want to check out these 10 gorgeous patterns for free afghan squares - all 12" and using a 5.5mm hook!
    8. Framed by Funny dieBarbarin, on Ravelry: This square features incredibly unique construction - from the outside in! Lots of photos to help you here too - and inspiration to re-think the "standard" way of doing things!Whether or not you've joined the Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long, you'll want to check out these 10 gorgeous patterns for free afghan squares - all 12" and using a 5.5mm hook!
    9. Never Ending Love 12" Square by Aurora Suominen, on Designs on a Hook: This is another great designer that will be popping up a couple times in the CAL - and I so wish I'd had the space to squeeze in this square! I love the textured design, and every multi-colored square in the Ravelry gallery adds a new take!Whether or not you've joined the Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long, you'll want to check out these 10 gorgeous patterns for free afghan squares - all 12" and using a 5.5mm hook!
    10. Free SmoothFox's Amethyst Square 12x12 by Donna Mason-Svara, on Ravelry: One of Donna's other patterns will be featured on the CAL next month, but this one would be a great addition as well! Her solid version is lovely, as are the stripey ones in the gallery!Whether or not you've joined the Moogly Afghan Crochet-a-Long, you'll want to check out these 10 gorgeous patterns for free afghan squares - all 12" and using a 5.5mm hook!

    I hope you find some inspiration here in these free afghan squares! Make a bigger blanket or substitute one or more of these for picks I've made that you don't want to do, and you'll have a gorgeous blanket for sure!

    Thanks for reading! Get Moogly on your favorite social media sites:  Facebook, Twitter, G+, Pinterest and Tumblr, and sign up for the Newsletter so you don’t miss a thing!
    Print Friendly, PDF & Email
    Share268
    Pin7K
    Tweet
    Share
    Email
    Reddit
    7K Shares

    More Moogly Crochet Along

    • MooglyCAL2023 Block 11
      MooglyCAL2023 - Block 11
    • MooglyCAL2023 Block 10 Courtesy of Celtic Knot Crochet
      MooglyCAL2023 - Block 10
    • MooglyCAL2023 - Block 9 - Courtesy of Every Trick on the Hook
      MooglyCAL2023 - Block 9
    • MooglyCAL2023 - Block 8
      MooglyCAL2023 - Block 8
    Share268
    Pin7K
    Tweet
    Share
    Email
    Reddit
    7K Shares
    Print Friendly, PDF & Email

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. 1

      Romy Williams

      March 13, 2014 at 11:15 am

      This is such a pretty collection. I think I love the #9 Never Ending Love square the best. You have such great taste in pattern selections! Thank you!

      Reply
      • 2

        Tamara Kelly

        March 14, 2014 at 4:54 pm

        Thank you so much Romy!

        Reply
    2. 3

      Smita

      March 15, 2014 at 12:23 pm

      I think I will make one of each of these too. Thank you x

      Reply
      • 4

        Tamara Kelly

        March 15, 2014 at 9:56 pm

        😀 So glad you like them!

        Reply
    3. 5

      Donna Etheridge

      March 16, 2014 at 10:45 am

      Thanks so much for these patterns Tamara. They are just what I need,ed, just when I needed extra blocks. You are a mind reader!

      Reply
      • 6

        Tamara Kelly

        March 17, 2014 at 9:43 am

        😀 I'm so glad you like them Donna!

        Reply
    4. 7

      Linda martin

      March 16, 2014 at 5:56 pm

      Thank you for the beautiful patterns. I can't wait to get started!
      Linda

      Reply
      • 8

        Tamara Kelly

        March 17, 2014 at 9:30 am

        😀 So glad you like them, Linda!

        Reply
    5. 9

      ana nada

      April 02, 2014 at 10:28 pm

      Hi, nice to find your lovely blog and works. I am a beginner crocheter, and want to challenge myself by joining your CAL. I just find it, hope not too late to make a start. 😀
      Loves your choices patterns. Can't help myself to get my hook to crochet more and more...
      Your blog teaches me a lot and very inspiring.
      Happy crocheting to all... y^o^y

      Reply
      • 10

        Tamara Kelly

        April 03, 2014 at 11:01 am

        😀 Thank you so much ana! Definitely not too late - it lasts all year and with only one square every 2 weeks, there's plenty of time. Welcome aboard!!

        Reply
    6. 11

      Anita

      May 22, 2014 at 8:35 pm

      So many squares, so little time! lol... thanks for these, they're all wonderful!

      Reply
      • 12

        Tamara Kelly

        May 23, 2014 at 8:31 am

        😀 Glad you like them Anita!

        Reply
    7. 13

      Lisa

      August 30, 2014 at 10:29 am

      I just recently discovered you! I would have L-U-V'D to join in the Afghan CAL! As soon as I'm done with my wip, I think I'll try to backtrack and join y'all : -)

      Reply
      • 14

        Tamara Kelly

        September 01, 2014 at 11:51 am

        😀 Thanks Lisa, I hope you do!

        Reply
    8. 15

      Judy

      November 03, 2014 at 12:16 am

      I reallu like the fountain of roses by shan sevic and would like the pattern . how can L recieve it please?

      Reply
      • 16

        Tamara Kelly

        November 03, 2014 at 9:56 am

        Just click on the names of the patterns you like! 🙂

        Reply
    9. 17

      aurora capasso

      January 18, 2015 at 1:11 pm

      A dir poco sono speciali...saranno contente molte uncinettine, oltre mè...Grazie tantissime!!!!!!!! 🙂

      Reply
    10. 18

      Emily

      February 21, 2015 at 3:12 pm

      Wow, I REALLY like these! This might have to be an additional project.

      Reply
    11. 19

      l

      June 12, 2015 at 10:36 am

      Lots of fun squares here; and one that works its way IN !~! NEver seen that before--looking to give it a try. Many thanks for the gathering of these great-looking unusual new patterns.

      Reply
      • 20

        Tamara Kelly

        June 12, 2015 at 12:55 pm

        😀 I'm glad you like them!

        Reply
    12. 21

      melissa

      August 07, 2015 at 11:28 am

      The for sharing these beautiful patterns. I would love to make the eight pointed flower square, but it isn't free:(

      Reply
    13. 22

      Tammie Barlow

      October 04, 2015 at 9:38 am

      Good morning,
      I was looking to add the free alternative Eight Pointed Flower to my blanket but when I click on the link, it shows it is a paid pattern. Did this change from your original posting or am i doing something wrong for our collection. Thanks, Tammie

      Reply
      • 23

        Celia

        October 04, 2015 at 12:26 pm

        I was wondering the same thing.

        Reply
      • 24

        Tamara Kelly

        October 05, 2015 at 4:51 pm

        This is an older post, so some of the patterns may no longer be free - the designers sometimes change it at their own discretion.

        Reply
    14. 25

      Susan

      December 31, 2015 at 10:54 am

      Love your site. I just found CAL 2015 & have been busy downloading all of the patterns. I started on CAL 2014 & was substituting some of the squares on this page. The first pattern - Eight pointed Flower is no longer free. Just thought I would let you know so that you could update this page.

      Thank you for organizing & sharing all of the patterns. I for one really appreciate it! Hope you have a great new year!

      Reply
      • 26

        Tamara Kelly

        December 31, 2015 at 2:21 pm

        Thank you Susan! I updated the post! Happy new year to you too!

        Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Courtesy of The Studio Chicago

    Moogly is world-famous for fresh. modern, and approachable crochet designs - as well as a little knitting and crafting here and there. On Moogly, you'll find several new free patterns every month, top quality video tutorials, giveaways, and more!

    More about Moogly →

    Popular

    • Woven Wheat Tote - Free Crochet Pattern on Moogly
      Woven Wheat Tote
    • Caron Simply Soft Summer Giveaway on Moogly
      Caron Simply Soft Summer Giveaway
    • Ireland Supply List
      Craftours and Moogly Trip to Ireland in 2023 - Supply List
    • Honey Moon Bag - Free Crochet Pattern on Moogly
      Honey Moon Bag Tutorial
    See Moogly's Best Recommendations on Amazon!
    I'm a Craftsy Instructor. Click to see my classes.
    Free Wrap Up Afghans

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • About
    • Privacy Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    Contact

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2023 Mooglyblog.com