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Duckie Squish
The Duckie Squish is a happy new friend, a reader request, and perfect for more Easter, spring, and barnyard fun! Bernat Blanket is my favorite for making these oversized amigurumi - soft and fast! Get the pattern below, right here on Moogly!
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Cheep Cheep!
Last time I asked, "Where will the Squishes end?" And the answer is no time soon, because I keep getting so many fabulous requests! The Duckie Squish is another sweetie - a much-requested one! The feet took a bit of work - these are the final version, and I think I got them just right.
As usual, this squish is filled with a microbead pillow ball. And like the chicken, it may be a tight fit, depending on your gauge. If you like it a little looser, you can use fiberfill or the filling of your choice. Or add another round to each piece of the body before the round with the wings!
Big Amigurumi with Bernat Blanket
As mentioned above, I've used Bernat Blanket for theDuckie Squish! Super bulky yarn makes these round amigurumi animals quick to crochet, and ultra squishy and satisfying! You can switch yarn weights to change the size of the finished piece - just be sure to pick a hook size that gives you a nice sold fabric!
I've included lots of photos to help you every step of the way - if you have questions, be sure to drop them in the comments!
This crochet duck pillow is fun to make – and pet and squeeze! I used safety eyes, but this pattern has not been tested for safety for children under 3 years of age. If you are crocheting it for a baby or toddler, you may wish to embroider on the face and make sure that the pieces are sewn on quite securely. If using it as a photo prop, be sure not to leave the toy with a baby unattended.
Duckie Squish
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US - L, 8.0mm crochet hook - Susan Bates
250 yds Bernat Blanket (6 - Super Bulky; 100% polyester; 300g/10.5 oz; 201 m/220 yds)
Color Shown:
A - Yellow (most of 1 ball)
B - Gold (approx 30 yds)
24mm Safety Eyes
10" Round Microbead Pillow - Amazon or fiber fill
Gauge: 4"/10cm across after Rnd 3.
Size: approx 10" around excluding feathers, feet, and wings
Helpful Tutorials and Links:
To Begin the Body: Octopus Squish Tutorial
CSDC - Chainless Starting Double Crochet
Fpdc and Bpdc - Front post/back post double crochet
NOTES:
All Body Rnds are worked in a spiral.
Do not ch 1 unless directed, and do not join any rnds with a sl st.
Move a stitch marker along the first st of each rnd as you work to keep track of your progress.
DUCKIE SQUISH INSTRUCTIONS
BOTTOM HALF OF BODY - COLOR A (Lighter Yellow):
Rnd 1: With Color A, make a magic circle, ch 1, sc in the ring, 9 hdc in the ring. (10 sts)
Rnd 2: 2 hdc in each st around. (20 hdc)
Rnd 3: *Hdc in the next st, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * around. (30 hdc)
Rnd 4: *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 2 sts; rep from * around. (40 hdc)
Rnd 5: *Hdc in the next 3 sts, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * around. (50 hdc)
Rnd 6: *Hdc in the next st, 2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 3 sts; rep from * around. (60 hdc)
Rnd 7: Hdc in the next 5 sts, 2 hdc in the next st, *hdc in the next 9 sts, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * until 4 sts rem, hdc in last 4 sts. (66 hdc)
Rnd 8: *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 10 sts; rep from * around. (72 hdc)
Rnd 9: Hdc in the next 8 sts, 2 hdc in the next st, *hdc in the next 17 sts, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * until 9 sts rem, hdc in last 9 sts. (76 hdc)
Rnd 10 - 11: Hdc in each st around.
Rnd 12: Hdc in the next 17 sts, [2 dc in the next st, 3 tr in the next st, 2 dc in the next st], hdc in the next 35 sts, rep from [ to ], hdc in the last 18 sts. (84 sts)
Rnd 13: Sc in the next st, sl st in the next st, break yarn and seamless join to next st. Weave in ends and set piece aside.
TOP HALF OF BODY - COLOR A (Lighter Yellow):
Rnds 1 - 11: Repeat Rnds 1 - 11 of Bottom Half of Body.
Rnds 12 and 13: Hdc in each st around.
Rnd 14: Hdc in the next 17 sts, [2 dc in the next st, 3 tr in the next st, 2 dc in the next st], hdc in the next 35 sts, rep from [ to ], hdc in the last 18 sts. (84 sts)
Rnd 15: Sc in the next st, sl st in the next st, break yarn leaving a long tail for sewing, and seamless join to next st. Set piece aside. Weave in first end (at magic circle). Set piece aside.
TAIL - COLOR A (Lighter Yellow):
Row 1: Make a magic circle, ch1, sc in the ring, hdc in the ring, 3 dc in the ring; turn. (5 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each of the first 3 sts, sc in the last 2 sts; break yarn leaving a long tail for sewing. (8 sts) Set piece aside.
FEATHERS - COLOR A (Lighter Yellow):
Row 1: Ch 8, sl st in first ch made, ch 6, sl st in same ch as previous sl st; break yarn leaving a long tail.
BEAK - COLOR B (Darker Yellow/Orange):
Rnd 1: Make a magic circle, ch 1, sc in the ring, 6 hdc in the ring. (7 sts)
Rnd 2: 2 hdc in each st around. (14 sts)
Rnd 3: Hdc in next st, sc in next 5 sts, hdc in next 2 sts, sc in the next 5 sts, hdc in next st. (14 sts) Tip: Weave in your first end now.
Row 4: Fold piece flat, ch 1, sc through next st and last st, sc through next 6 sets of sts; break yarn and finish off. Weave in ends.
FEET - MAKE 2 COLOR B (Darker Yellow/Orange):
Row 1 [RS]: Leaving a long tail for sewing, make a magic circle, ch 1, sc 3 in the circle; close the circle, but do not join, turn. (3 sc)
Row 2 [WS]: CSDC in first st, 3 dc in the next st, dc in the last st; turn. (5 dc)
Row 3: Ch 1, fpdc in first st, [2 sc in next st, fpdc in next st] twice; turn. (7 sts)
Row 4: Ch 1, bpdc in first st, [sc in next 2 sts, bpdc in next st] twice; turn.
Row 5: Ch 1, fpdc in first st, [sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, fpdc in next st] twice; turn. (9 sts)
Row 6: Ch 1, bpdc in first st, [loosely sl st in next 3 sts, bpdc in next st] twice; turn.
Row 7: Ch 1, fpdc in first st, [sl st in next 3 sts, fpdc in next st] twice; break yarn and finish off.
DUCKIE SQUISH ASSEMBLY:
- Sew the Feathers to the top center of the Top Half of the Body.
- Add the Safety Eyes to the Top Half of the Body as shown, on the opposite side of the long tail.
- Sew the first two rows of the Feet, RS up, to the Bottom Half of the Body, leaving the toes loose. Be sure to position them facing away from Rnd 13.
- Sew the Tail to the Bottom Half of the Body, at the end of Row 2 of the tail. Be sure to position it behind the feet, centered between the wings. Sew around Rnd 11/12 of the body.
- Use the stitch markers to secure the Beak to the Top Half of the Body, at the last round, centered between the eyes.
- Insert the pillow ball, and secure the Top Half of the Body to the Bottom Half of the Body using stitch markers, so that the wings match up. Be sure that the eyes and feet face the same direction.
- Use the long tail on the Top Half of Body to whip stitch the Top and Bottom together. At the Beak, use the back stitch to sew through all three layers.
LOOKING FOR MORE?
Are you looking for more fun Squish patterns? I have a bunch you can try (with still more on the way)! Browse my patterns here on Moogly or search my patterns on Ravelry!
If the Duckie Squish pattern inspires you to make your own project, and you post a photo on social media, be sure to tag me @mooglyblog or #mooglyblog so I can check it out too!
THE FINE PRINT
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and @mooglyblog on TikTok! Thank you to Yarnspirations for providing the materials shown in this post. Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2023, all rights reserved. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern, but please do link to this page to share this pattern with others. If you wish to make items for sale from this pattern or translate it to another language, please visit the About page for details.
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Chicken Squish
The Chicken Squish is a round and cuddly new pal, perfect for Easter, spring, and barnyard fun! Bernat Blanket makes this oversized amigurumi quicker than you'd think to crochet! Get the pattern below, right here on Moogly!
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Bawk Bawk!
Where will the Squishes end? Who knows?! I love making them, and I hope you do too. The Chicken Squish is the latest addition - a much-requested one! I had a lot of fun coming up with new details and features for this design. Every new one becomes a new favorite! I adore this guys tiny little wings and comb, with silly floppy toes!
As usual, this squish is filled with a microbead pillow ball. This one is a tight fit, so it might fool you - but I love the firm feel! If you like it a little softer, you can use fiberfill or the filling of your choice. Or add another round to each piece of the body before the round with the wings for a looser fit!
Big Amigurumi with Bernat Blanket
And of course, I've used Bernat Blanket for the Chicken Squish! Super bulky yarn make these round amigurumi animals quick to crochet, and ultra squishy and satisfying! You can switch yarn weights to change the size of the finished piece - just be sure to pick a hook size that gives you a nice sold fabric!
I've included lots of photos to help you every step of the way - if you have questions, be sure to drop them in the comments!
This crochet chicken pillow is fun to make – and pet and squeeze! I used safety eyes, but this pattern has not been tested for safety for children under 3 years of age. If you are crocheting it for a baby or toddler, you may wish to embroider on the face and make sure that the pieces are sewn on quite securely. If using it as a photo prop, be sure not to leave the toy with a baby unattended.
Chicken Squish
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US - L, 8.0mm crochet hook - Susan Bates
220 yds Bernat Blanket (6 - Super Bulky; 100% polyester; 300g/10.5 oz; 201 m/220 yds)
Colorways Shown:
A - Whipped Cream (most of 1 ball)
B - Crimson (approx 5 yds)
C - Gold (approx 15 yds)
24mm Safety Eyes
10" Round Microbead Pillow - Amazon or fiber fill
Gauge: 4"/10cm across after Rnd 3.
Size: approx 10" around excluding comb and fins
Helpful Tutorials and Links:
To Begin the Body: Octopus Squish Tutorial
NOTES:
All Body Rnds are worked in a spiral.
Do not ch 1 unless directed, and do not join any rnds with a sl st.
Move a stitch marker along the first st of each rnd as you work to keep track of your progress.
CHICKEN SQUISH INSTRUCTIONS
BOTTOM HALF OF BODY - COLOR A (White):
Rnd 1: With Color A, make a magic circle, ch 1, sc in the ring, 9 hdc in the ring. (10 sts)
Rnd 2: 2 hdc in each st around. (20 hdc)
Rnd 3: *Hdc in the next st, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * around. (30 hdc)
Rnd 4: *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 2 sts; rep from * around. (40 hdc)
Rnd 5: *Hdc in the next 3 sts, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * around. (50 hdc)
Rnd 6: *Hdc in the next st, 2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 3 sts; rep from * around. (60 hdc)
Rnd 7: Hdc in the next 5 sts, 2 hdc in the next st, *hdc in the next 9 sts, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * until 4 sts rem, hdc in last 4 sts. (66 hdc)
Rnd 8: *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 10 sts; rep from * around. (72 hdc)
Rnd 9: Hdc in the next 8 sts, 2 hdc in the next st, *hdc in the next 17 sts, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * until 9 sts rem, hdc in last 9 sts. (76 hdc)
Rnd 10 - 11: Hdc in each st around.
Rnd 12: Hdc in the next 17 sts, [2 dc in the next st, 3 tr in the next st, 2 dc in the next st], hdc in the next 35 sts, rep from [ to ], hdc in the last 18 sts. (84 sts)
Rnd 13: Sc in the next st, sl st in the next st, break yarn and seamless join to next st. Weave in ends and set piece aside.
TOP HALF OF BODY - COLOR A (White):
Rnds 1 - 11: Repeat Rnds 1 - 11 of Bottom Half of Body.
Rnds 12 and 13: Hdc in each st around.
Rnd 14: Hdc in the next 17 sts, [2 dc in the next st, 3 tr in the next st, 2 dc in the next st], hdc in the next 35 sts, rep from [ to ], hdc in the last 18 sts. (84 sts)
Rnd 15: Sc in the next st, sl st in the next st, break yarn leaving a long tail for sewing, and seamless join to next st. Set piece aside. Weave in first end (at magic circle). Set piece aside.
TAIL - COLOR A (White):
Row 1: Make a magic circle, ch1, sc in the ring, hdc in the ring, 3 dc in the ring; turn. (5 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each of the first 3 sts, sc in the last 2 sts; break yarn leaving a long tail for sewing. (8 sts) Set piece aside.
COMB - COLOR B (Red):
Row 1: Ch 6, skip the ch closest to the hook, sc in the next ch, *3 dc in the next ch, sc in the next ch; rep from * to end, turn. (9 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across; break yarn leaving a long tail for sewing. Set piece aside.
BEAK - COLOR C (Yellow/Orange):
Rnd 1: Make a magic circle, ch 1, sc in the ring, 6 hdc in the ring. (7 sts)
Rnd 2: 2 hdc in each st around; break yarn leaving a long tail for sewing, seamless join to next st. (14 sts) Set piece aside.
FEET - MAKE 2 COLOR C (Yellow/Orange):
1 Weird Row: Ch 10, skip the ch closest to the hook, sc in the next 7 chs, [turn, loosely sl st in first 3 sts, ch 5, skip the first ch, sc in the next 4 chs, sc in the next 3 sl sts, sl st in the next ch] twice; break yarn leaving a long tail for sewing. Set pieces aside.
ASSEMBLY:
- Sew the Comb to the center top of the Top Half of Body. Be sure to position it perpendicularly to the little wings on the sides.
Add the Safety Eyes to the Top Half of the Body as shown, on the opposite side of the long tail.
- Sew the Feet to the Bottom Half of the Body, leaving the toes loose. Be sure to position them facing away from Rnd 13. Flip one over so that they are mirrored.
- Sew the Tail to the Bottom Half of the Body, at the end of Row 2 of the tail. Be sure to position it behind the feet, centered between the wings. Sew around Rnd 11/12 of the body.
- Use the long tail on the Top Half of Body to whip stitch the Top and Bottom together JUST OVER HALF WAY around. Be sure to match up the wings, and face the eyes and feet in the same direction. Stop just a few stitches past the second safety eye.
- Sew the Beak to the front, between the eyes, overlapping the seam. Push the beak out a bit while sewing to create a beaky shape.
Insert the pillow ball or fill with fiber fill. Finish using the long tail on the Top Half of Body to whip stitch the Top and Bottom together.
LOOKING FOR MORE?
Are you looking for more fun Squish patterns? I have a bunch you can try (with more on the way)! Browse my patterns here on Moogly or search my patterns on Ravelry!
If the Chicken Squish pattern inspires you to make your own project, and you post a photo on social media, be sure to tag me @mooglyblog or #mooglyblog so I can check it out too!
THE FINE PRINT
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and @mooglyblog on TikTok! Thank you to Yarnspirations for providing the materials shown in this post. Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2023, all rights reserved. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern, but please do link to this page to share this pattern with others. If you wish to make items for sale from this pattern or translate it to another language, please visit the About page for details.
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Crochet Creatures of Myth and Legend is a truly fantastic journey - and certainly not your everyday amigurumi! Get a peek at the 19 jaw-dropping projects in this collection, and enter to win your own copy on Moogly!
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Crochet Creatures of Myth and Legend Review
A Bit About the Author
Author Megan Lapp runs the Etsy shop Crafty Intentions, and it's full of amazing, fantastical designs, just like the ones seen in this book. Here's how she describes her shop:
"Fantasy creatures, beautiful animals, clearly written and formatted patterns, step by step photo tutorials, for handmade magic! Detailed glossaries, materials lists, and extremely clear instructions to ensure your success in creating these epic crocheted creations!"
Looking through her shop is so inspiring, and such a delight. There are dozens of wonderful creatures, but there are also a couple of shawls that are the kind of costume pieces you wish you could wear every day and live your own magical fairy tale!
19 Amazing and Astonishing Amigurumi
One of the first things I noticed about Crochet Creatures of Myth and Legend was the gorgeous printing and heft of it - this book has some weight! And that's because it's chock full of step-by-step details and great tips.
And while there is an important and informative stitch glossary at the front, it doesn't waste time trying to teach you to crochet again. For this book, you're going to want to have a little bit of experience stitching under your belt.
Because wow... just wow! Each turn of the page is so pleasing. There are so many full-color photos to help you through every step of each design. Blue boxed contain helpful notes and hints as well.
I would say that the instructions are not written out in the standard format, but in a shortened format that is popular with amigurumi designers. And it makes sense for projects like this, where you are making unusual moves and shapes, and stopping every so often to do a bit of sewing or attaching!
All the projects are made with worsted weight yarn and a US-G, 4mm crochet book. Megan has a few suggestions, including Red Heart Super Saver. But I think these designs would be just as amazing in a thread - or jumbo yarn! If you or someone you love is into fantasy creatures, Crochet Creatures of Myth and Legend is a must-have for your crochet bookshelf!
Get your own copy of Crochet Creatures of Myth and Legend today!
You can find Crochet Creatures of Myth and Legend wherever books are sold, and of course, that includes Amazon.com (this link should take you to your country's version of Amazon)! And if you're looking for something specific, be sure to check out her Etsy shop, Crafty Intentions!
The Crochet Creatures of Myth and Legend Giveaway
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Clover Shaped Cloth
The Clover Shaped Cloth is fun, festive, and perfect for March! Use Lily Sugar'n Cream to make a wash or dishcloth, or even use it as an applique! Get the pattern below, right here on Moogly!
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Part of the International Crochet Month Blog Hop on Underground Crafter
For the International Crochet Month of 2023, I’m teaming up with 30 amazing crochet bloggers who’ll dazzle you with their patterns and share crochet inspiration throughout March! Every day during the month, a new permanently free crochet pattern will be released. Each pattern represents something the designer loves about crochet - a favorite stitch, technique, project type, etc. And as part of this hop, each designer is offering the PDF for FREE for the first 36 hours! CLICK HERE to see all the patterns as they debut and enter to win fabulous prizes!
This pattern will remain forever free on the blog (just keep scrolling!) or you can purchase the ad-free PDF on Ravelry or Etsy for a small fee (see the banners above).
What I Love About the Clover Shaped Cloth
This pattern features one of the most classic crochet stitch patterns - the granny stitch! And I love that it features the versatility of crochet - you can make any shape, anything you can dream of. Finally, March isn't just National Crochet Month - and St. Patrick's Day has always been one of my favorite holidays. Crochet has a special place in Irish history, and being a bit Irish myself... well it all comes full circle!
You might have noticed that this pattern pairs nicely with the Heart Shaped Cloth! Like that pattern, the Clover Shaped Cloth can be made in any yarn. Lily Sugar'n Cream, shown here, is perfect for the kitchen and bath. And it makes a great applique for a tote or tee! Switch things up and make it with Aunt Lydia's for a quick pin to make sure you're wearing the green, or make it in Bernat Blanket Extra Thick for a festive and bold statement piece or wall hanging!
Clover Shaped Cloth
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US - H, 5.0mm crochet hook - Susan Bates Twist + Lock
40 yds Lily Sugar'n Cream (100% cotton, “4”/worsted weight)
Colorway Shown: Meadow
Gauge: 13 sts x 8 rows = 4"/10cm in granny stitch pattern
Size: 8" max width, 7" max height
Helpful Tutorials and Links:
Clover Shaped Cloth INSTRUCTIONS
MAKE 3 "HEARTS" AS FOLLOWS:
Row 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc throughout pattern), 2 dc in 3rd ch from hook; turn. (3 dc)
Row 2: Ch 3, 2 dc in first st, skip next st, 3 dc in last st; turn. (6 dc)
Row 3: Ch 3, 2 dc in first st, skip 2 sts, 3 dc between previous and next st, skip 2 sts, 3 dc in last st; turn. (9 dc)
Row 4: Ch 3, 2 dc in first st, skip 2 sts, 3 dc between previous and next st, skip 3 sts, 3 dc between previous and next st, skip 2 sts, 3 dc in last st; turn. (12 dc)
First Half of Top of "Heart"
Row 5: Ch 3, skip the next 2 sts, 3 dc between previous and next st, skip 3 sts, dc between previous and next st; turn - remaining sts left unworked. (5 dc)
Row 6: Ch 3, skip 1 st, dc in next st, skip next st, dc in last st; break yarn and turn. (3 dc)
Second Half of Top of "Heart"
Row 7: Join with dc in between same 2 sts as the last st of Row 5 (in center of Row 4), skip the next 3 sts, 3 dc between previous and next st, skip the next 2 sts, dc in last st; turn. (5 dc)
Row 8: Ch 3, skip 1 st, dc in next st, skip next st, dc in last st; turn (do NOT break yarn). (3 dc)
Border: Ch 1, skip the first st, sc between the previous and next st, skip the next st, 3 sc in ch-3 sp, 2 sc in the side of each row to the slip knot, ch 2, 2 sc in the side of each of the next 5 rows, 3 sc in side of next row, skip the next st, 3 sc in ch-3 sp, sc in side of next row, sc2tog in side of same row and next row (on other top half), sc in side of same row, 2 sc in side of next row; join and break yarn.
ASSEMBLE THE CLOVER:
Prep: Counting from the ch-2 at the bottom, pm in st # 7 of two of the hearts.
Join "Hearts" and Add Stem: Join with sc in the ch-2 sp at the base of the first "heart," sc in next 11 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts, [sc2tog in next st and marked st of next "heart," sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts] twice, sc in next 7 sts, sc in ch-2 sp, insert hook in ch-2 sp of center "heart," sl st join to first sc of rnd, ch 13, skip the ch closest to the hook, [hdc in the next 3 sts, 2 hdc in next ch] twice, hdc in last 4 chs, break yarn and sew in end at ch-2 of center "heart." Weave in ends.
LOOKING FOR MORE?
Are you looking for more free washcloth, dishcloth, and scrubby patterns? I have a bunch you can try! You can browse them all here on Moogly or search my patterns on Ravelry! Some fun ones include: Heart Shaped Cloth, Mermaid Washcloth, Easter Egg Granny Cloth, Happy Autumn Leaves, Strawberry Basket Tunisian Cloth, and Tunisian Pebbles Cloth!
If the Clover Shaped Cloth pattern inspires you to make your own project, and you post a photo on social media, be sure to tag me @mooglyblog or #mooglyblog so I can check it out too!
THE FINE PRINT
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and @mooglyblog on TikTok! Thank you to Yarnspirations for providing the materials shown in this post. Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2023, all rights reserved. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern, but please do link to this page to share this pattern with others. If you wish to make items for sale from this pattern or translate it to another language, please visit the About page for details.
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Chunky Blanket Bag
The Chunky Blanket Bag is a revamp of an old Moogly pattern, which used a discontinued yarn. I have remade it with some new yarn options, and updated the written pattern to be better than ever! Use your favorite shades and styles of Bernat Blanket to whip up your own simple handbag with this easy beginner crochet pattern on Moogly!
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Revisiting the Chunky Stripey Bag
The original Chunky Stripey Bag called for a very unique, but unfortunately, short-lived yarn, called Bernat Dimensions. I always loved the design, so when the yarn went away it was a sad day. Now that it's been a few years, I thought it was time to bring it back to life! So I grabbed some different varieties of Bernat Blanket and gave it a new look (and the written pattern a bit of editing)! It's still easy, fun, and perfect for crochet beginners. And you can whip one up in just a few hours!
Grab Your Favorite Bits of Bernat Blanket
Bernat Blanket lives in most of our stashes, and there are so many more colors to add (I just re-ordered a bunch myself)! You can make the Chunky Blanket Bag with less than one skein of pretty much every variety. You can make this bag with one skein, or use partials (or an O'Go) to create a striped look. It's a great stash buster!
The ease of this pattern and the availability of this yarn make it a great project to learn to crochet with, teach with - or just relax with! I hope you enjoy it and find yourself making a whole bunch as I have!
Chunky Blanket Bag
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MATERIALS
US-K, 6.5 mm crochet hook - Susan Bates Twist + Lock
130 yds Bernat Blanket (6 - Super Bulky; 100% Polyester; 220 yds/300g)
Shown: Bernat Blanket Ombre in Ocean Teal Ombre and Bernat Blanket O'Go in Biscotti
Gauge: 10 sts x 8 rows = 4"/10cm in main st pattern [(sc, dc) in next st, skip next st]
Size: Approx 10" x 10" laid flat
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To Create the Stripes as Shown in the Brown/Neutrals Version:
Rows/Rnds 1 - 7: First Color
Rnds 8 - 13: Second Color
Rnds 14 - 21: Third Color
CHUNKY BLANKET BAG INSTRUCTIONS
Row 1: Ch 24, skip the ch closest to the hook, hdc in each remaining st to end; turn. (23 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, hdc in each st to end; turn. (23 sts)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, hdc in each st to end; moving around to the side, hdc in the side of Row 1 and Row 2, continuing around, hdc in each st of opposite side of starting ch and in opposite ends of Row 1 and Row 2; join to first hdc with a sl st to start working in the round (no more turning). (50 sts)
Rnd 4 - 15: Ch 1, (sc, dc) in the first st, skip the next st, *(sc, dc) in the next st, skip the next st; rep from * around, join with a sl st in 1st sc. (50 sts)
Rnd 16: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join with a sl st. (50 sts)
Set Up for the Handles
Place stitch markers in sts #10, 22, 35, 47; check alignment for handles, adjust if needed. The stitch markers will act as a guide in the next row, so your counts for the next row will shift if you shift the stitch markers. Individual variations in tension may make this shift necessary. The goal is to have handles wide enough for your hands, and centered at the top of the bag.
Rnd 17: Ch 1, sc in the first 10 sts, ch 11, skip the next 11 sts, sc in the next 14 sts, ch 11, skip the next 11 sts, sc in the last 4 sts; join with a sl st. (50 sts and chs)
Rnd 18: Ch 1, sc in each st and ch around; join with a sl st. (50 sts)
Rnds 19 - 20: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join with a sl st. (50 sts)
Rnd 21: Sl st in each st around; join, break and finish off. (50 sts)
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