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    Home » Moogly Crochet Along » MooglyCAL2020

    MooglyCAL2020 - Block #2

    Published: Jan 23, 2020 by Tamara Kelly · 7 Comments

    The blocks start coming and they don't stop coming - it's time for MooglyCAL2020 Block #2! This one has been designed for us by the current President of the Crochet Guild of America, and a great designer - Linda Dean! Read on for the details, and for the link to Block #2 in this free year-long crochet along!

    MooglyCAL2020 - Block #2Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links; materials provided by Yarnspirations, Furls, and Chetnanigans.

    Just getting started with the Crochet Along? CLICK HERE for the intro info!

    Want to get help with the patterns, show off, and CAL with others? CLICK HERE for the Facebook group

    Like to see all the squares at once? CLICK HERE for the Pinterest Board!

    The 2020 Moogly CAL Schedule

    Each number represents the date of that month that the square will be shared here on Moogly. After it's release, the number will be replaced with a link to that square's post on subsequent square's posts.

    January: Flower Power Square and THIS POST
    February: 6 and 20
    March: 5 and 19
    April: 2, 16, and 30
    May: 14 and 28
    June: 11 and 25
    July: 9 and 23
    August: 6 and 20
    September: 3 and 17
    October: 1, 15, and 29
    November: 12 and 25

    *****

    Block #2:

    Moorish Tiles
    by Linda Dean

    Moorish Tiles by Linda Dean

    Above is the original, made in 5 colors of With Love. Below is my version, made in my 4 colors of With Love!

    MooglyCAL2020 - Block #2 by Moogly

    The Details

    My Notes: This pattern looks intimidating, but it's not too hard at all! That said, as always, be sure to read through the pattern descriptions, notes, and special stitches before you begin!

    The instructions for the Moorish Tiles square are well written, but due to the complexity of the pattern I recommend printing it off if you can. For this pattern you want to follow the starting directions rather than starting with a Magic Circle - you'll need the space in the circle later. However, I did take the liberty of using a Standing Double Crochet and ch 2 in place of the ch 5 that begins some rounds.

    I also would ask you to pay particular attention when making the large decrease stitches. Note which loop is actually the top of that stitch, and use stitch markers if needed to mark each one. Many crocheters make the mistake of thinking the chain right after the decrease is the actual decrease stitch, but this will keep you from making the same error.

    Helpful Links and Tutorials: Crochet Abbreviations; Standing Single Crochet; Decreases; Working Into Slip Stitches; Working Into Chains vs Chain Spaces.

    Sizing: My square was coming out a bit small, so I added an extra round to bring it to 12". But remember, everyone's gauge and tension level are different so be sure to measure as you go. Learn how to adjust for size HERE to make sure all your squares are the same size. Remember that the 12″ is measured across and up and down – not diagonally corner to corner.

    What I Did: I used a Furls US-J, 6.0 mm hook and Red Heart With Love, and my color scheme was as follows:

    Rnd 1: Aubergine
    Rnd 2: Lilac
    Rnd 3 and 4: Light Grey
    Rnd 5: White
    Rnd 6 and 7: Aubergine
    Rnd 8: Light Grey
    Rnd 9 and 10: Lilac
    Rnd 11: White
    Rnd 12 and 13: Light Grey

    This square benefited from a strong blocking. To block this square, I used the wet blocking method and a Chetnanigans BlocksAll Ultra blocking board and Perfecting Strips.

    The Pattern:

    CLICK HERE FOR THE PATTERN FOR BLOCK #2!

    PLEASE NOTE: The designers all hold the individual copyrights for their patterns. They may choose to make videos of their patterns, and you can certainly request them from the designers. In addition, there are videos linked in the notes for specific stitches and techniques that may help you with the pattern.  But making full tutorial videos for other people's patterns is a violation of copyright so ONLY the pattern designer can do so.

    To print or download the pattern for free you can use the Print Friendly button if provided on the site or CLICK HERE for PrintFriendly.com and enter the pattern URL there. If you need help with Print Friendly, please see the tutorial here. Or you can copy and paste to a word style document. Alternatively, if you are on a mobile device or tablet, you can bookmark the live page (which always guarantees you'll see the latest version) or take screenshots.

    Show Off Your Squares!

    If you share your photos on social media, be sure to use the hashtag #mooglycal2020 and tag me @mooglyblog so I can see them too! And don't forget to share them in the MooglyCAL Facebook Group! Thank you all for CAL-ing with me!

    Chetnanigans Blocking Boards make crochet squares better than ever!

    You can follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and Tumblr, and don't forget to sign up for the free newsletter at the top of the page! Thank you to Yarnspirations, Furls, and Chetnanigans for providing the materials for this crochet along.

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    Comments

    1. 1

      Linda Magee

      January 23, 2020 at 11:58 am

      His is such an interesting pattern, I have read it twice.

      Reply
    2. 2

      eleaman

      January 23, 2020 at 2:52 pm

      beautiful pattern. Can't wait to try it!

      Reply
    3. 3

      Connie

      January 23, 2020 at 4:03 pm

      I’m already stuck on block 2 2020. Row 5. Three rows below and the next sc.
      I’m really stuck. HELP

      Reply
      • 4

        Tamara Kelly

        January 23, 2020 at 4:21 pm

        Hi Connie! Did you join the FB group? They are already working on it! 🙂 Personally, my best recommendation is to study the photo to see just where that stitch goes!

        Reply
        • 5

          Connie

          January 23, 2020 at 4:25 pm

          I have studied and gone to FB.

          Reply
    4. 6

      DianT

      February 03, 2020 at 8:37 am

      This pattern is simple but is giving me a run for my thoughts. That's the best part of the Moogly CALs - making squares from designers who are new to me - you keep me interested. Thank you.

      Reply
      • 7

        Tamara Kelly

        February 04, 2020 at 11:14 am

        ♥ I love that! Thank you!

        Reply

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