MooglyCAL2024 Block 16 is a lovely, center out square designed by the fantastic Carolyn Christmas of Pink Mambo! The Aurora Square pattern is pretty and perfect for all skill levels. Get all the details for this free crochet along and the free pattern link below!
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The 2024 Moogly CAL Schedule
As we go, click the name of the past squares to go to their posts and get the patterns! Numbers represent the date of the month that future post will debut.
January Jacob's Treasure Square and Diamonds Reflected Block
February Floral Berry Square and Larkwood Crochet Block
March Sweet and Fair Afghan Square and Lodestar Square
April Endless Afghan Square and Livin' Easy
May Celtic Crochet Square, In A Dash Blanket Square, and Celestial Landing Afghan Square
June Blooming Bobbles Square and Inez Floral Granny Square
July Atom Square and Effortless Square
August THIS POST and 22
September 5 and 19
October 3, 17, and 31
November 14 and 27
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Block #16:
Aurora Square
by Pink Mambo
Above you can see the square that Carolyn made, featuring 3 colors. Below is my CAL square, in my 3 colors! (I'm doing a stash buster, so these colors will change throughout the year. This is my first Peacock one as I work through the rainbow!)
Details for MooglyCAL2024 Block 16
My Notes: The Aurora Square uses basic stitches to make a beautiful block. With only about 11 rounds, this one works up easily in an afternoon or evening. (I know a few of you will have it made within the next hour or so!) It's a great square for beginners who are ready for a small challenge, and a relaxing make for everyone else!
Helpful Links and Tutorials: Magic Circle, Standing Double Crochet, Standing Single Crochet, Chainless Starting Double Crochet, and seamless join.
Sizing: This pattern offers several finishing options, depending on what size you're at! I ended up working Rnd 11 as a rnd of dc, but then I was still a little short (my own fault) so I added another rnd of sc. But everyone's gauge is 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 Susan Bates US-J, 6.0 mm Twist and Lock hook, and Red Heart With Love, and my color scheme was as follows (see pics for more info on placement):
I followed the color scheme with my colors, except for the last 2 rounds.
Color A: Light Gray
B: Peacock
C: White
Rnd 11: White (worked as dc)
Extra Rnd 12: White (added a rnd of sc for size)
This square required a mild blocking. I used the wet blocking method.
The Pattern:
CLICK HERE FOR THE PATTERN FOR BLOCK #16
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Phyllis says
How to register
Tamara Kelly says
Hi Phyllis! There's no need to register, just jump in and start crocheting - there's a link to the Facebook group up top, that's the best way to "join the group" if you'd like to interact with a CAL community!