Tunisian crochet is having a moment, and I'm loving it! In a free Michaels online class, I demonstrated how to crochet the Lily Sugar'n Cream Tunisian Simple Stitch Dishcloth, and shared some fun ideas to take it further. Learn the basics of Tunisian crochet and make your first project with the links and the video below!
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Mom and me sets are so much fun when the kids are little, and this Crochet Bolero and Shawl are the perfect pair! In a Yarnspirations Lunch and Learn, I demonstrated how to crochet the shell stitch used in both, and showed just how easy it is to assemble the bolero. Practice this stitch and make your own matchy-matchy outfit with all the links and the video below!
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What a wonderful riot of spring color! This round of the Loop Scoop features five fabulous projects to add some life and color to your day - a mix of free and paid crochet patterns! After you check them out, be sure to also take a peek at the new patterns and links at the bottom, to help determine what gets featured next round!
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of the ebook for review; all opinions are my own. The Tunisian Dawn Sunglasses Case will show you how to crochet this lovely and versatile pouch - in both right and left-handed video tutorials! Follow along with the free written crochet pattern on Moogly!
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MooglyCAL2022 Block #10 is a lovely piece with a fun burst of detail! The Flower Square is courtesy of Nicki's Homemade Crafts, and she has included a video tutorial! Get all the details for this free crochet along, as well as the free pattern link below!
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Circles, squares, and now rectangles - a reader request! In this post, you'll get all the latest Moogly news and links. And then on YouTube, I'll demonstrate how to crochet a rectangle cord basket of any size! And keep scrolling to sign up for my upcoming Michaels Community Classrooms and lives!
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Tunisian crochet is having a moment, and Susan Bates has crochet hooks for that! The Susan Bates 10" Tunisian Crochet Hooks are available in three sizes and are a great addition to any crocheter's toolbox. Take a closer look, get some free crochet patterns, and enter to win your own set of Susan Bates Silvalume 10" Afghan Crochet Hooks on Moogly!
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Summer sun is on its way, and that means it's time for small projects and fun accessories. And Tunisian is hotter than ever! So celebrate the sun with the Tunisian Dawn Sunglasses Case - a one skein crochet pattern on Moogly!
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Make Mother's Day or any day extra special with a filet crochet bookmark for mom, made by their favorite child! This crochet pattern is perfect for quick gifts for book lovers. Make it as shown or use the included alphabet chart to customize it for anyone at all, with the links and free pattern tutorial below!
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May flowers have come to the Loop Scoop! Each of this week's featured projects is perfect for making and enjoying right now - and they're all free! After you check them out, be sure to also take a peek at the new patterns and links at the bottom, to help determine what gets featured next round!
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Learn how to crochet this easy striped crochet throw – the Pin Stripe Crochet Blanket! This beginner-level pattern is worked in single and double crochet, and includes simple stripes - perfect for new stitchers. Make it as shown or use your favorite home dec colors, with the links and free pattern tutorial below!
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MooglyCAL2022 Block #9 is a wonderful wheel of color that is a delight to crochet! The Albertine Crochet Square is courtesy of Pink Mambo, and is a lovely relaxing evening project! Get all the details for this free crochet along, as well as the free pattern link below!
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The Ripple Puff Cleaning Cloth is a fun and easy crochet project in need of a video tutorial! So in this post, you'll get all the latest Moogly news and links. And then on YouTube, I demonstrate how to make your own simple, quick, and easy crochet cleaning cloth. And keep scrolling to sign up for my upcoming Michaels Community Classrooms and lives!
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One of the very first yarns I fell in love with was Lily Sugar'n Cream! So many colors, so many varieties, and it's available almost everywhere yarn is sold. It's still my go-to for worsted weight cotton, and I know I'm not alone. Now that it's warming up, it's the perfect time for a truly Grand Giveaway - for up to $50 worth of Sugar'n Cream!
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The Easter Egg Wiggle Trivet will show you how to crochet this fun 3D piece of holiday table decor - in both right and left-handed video tutorials! Follow along with the free written crochet pattern on Moogly!
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Easter Egg Wiggle Trivet - FREE CROCHET PATTERN
Bamboo Handle Crochet Hook - US-H
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I hope you enjoyed this tutorial for the Easter Egg Wiggle Trivet! If this video doesn't answer all your questions, please ask in the comments below - I'm always happy to help!
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There's something about the sunny days of spring - something that has many thinking, "Let's brunch!" We all need a crisp new bag after a long winter, so here is my curated collection of brunch-worthy free crochet bag and tote patterns!
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Spring has sprung in Loop Scoop 36! There are lots of free seasonal stash busters for you this round! So after you check them out, be sure to also check out the new patterns and links at the bottom, to help determine what gets featured next round!
MooglyCAL2022 Block #8 is an elegant square with delightful, subtle textures! The Elizabeth Rose Afghan Square is courtesy of Julie Yeager Designs, and is so satisfying to crochet! Get all the details for this free crochet along, as well as the free pattern link below!
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The Easter Egg Wiggle Trivet is a fun and handy stash buster crochet pattern that livens up your spring table! Perfect for all your cotton odds and ends - get the free crochet trivet pattern on Moogly!
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I know I'm not the only one who holds onto all those lovely little balls of cotton, and this project is perfect for diving into that stash! Lily Sugar'n Cream is ideal for this project, because it's machine washable and dryable, absorbent, and can stand up to the hottest dishes on your table. (If you do choose to substitute yarns, be sure to avoid acrylics and polyester which can melt!)
The Easter Egg Wiggle Trivet is made in two parts, that work up super quickly! First, you make the base mesh, and then you add the "wiggles" of color - post stitches that stand up tall and proud. You can easily make and decorate this egg in an evening or two, great for last-minute projects on a long holiday weekend.
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US H, 5.0 mm crochet hook
120 yds Lily Sugar'n Cream (100% cotton, 4-medium; 2.5 oz; 120 yds)
Base Mesh: White
Wiggle Stripe Colors Shown: Orchid, Tangerine, Hot Green, Yellow, Seabreeze, Tea Rose
Gauge: 14 dc = 4"/10cm
Size: 10.5" long x 6.75" wide after blocking
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Easter Egg Wiggle Trivet Tutorial
NOTES:
This pattern is made in two sections. First, we make a mesh egg shape. Then, we crochet the "wiggles" into that mesh. Mix up the colors of the mesh and wiggles for different looks!
Ch 4 in the mesh counts as a dc and ch 1 (Rows 1 - 10).
The first ch 2 and dc in the mesh counts as a dc2tog (Rows 11 - 13). Work into the top of the dc as the final st in the next row.
When making the Wiggles, work ONLY around the mesh dc sts. Do not work into the ch-1 sps or into the edging. Only work around the dc sts that do NOT have edging sts worked around or into them.
Row 1: Ch 12, skip the ch closest to the hook, sc in the next ch, [ch 1, skip 1 ch, dc in the next ch] 4 times, ch 1, skip 1 ch, sc in the last ch; turn. (4 dc, 2 sc)
Row 2: Ch 4, dc in first st, *ch 1, skip next ch sp, dc in next st; rep from * across, ch 1, dc again in last st; turn. (8 dc)
Rows 3 and 4: Rep Row 2. (10 dc in Row 3; 12 dc in Row 4)
Row 5 - 10: Ch 4, skip next ch sp, dc in next st, *ch 1, skip next ch sp, dc in next st; rep from * across, turn. (12 dc)
Row 11: Ch 2, skip next ch sp, dc in next st, *ch 1, skip next ch sp, dc in next st; rep from * until 2 dc rem, ch 1, skip the next ch sp, dc2tog in last 2 dc sts, skipping the ch sp in between; turn. (8 dc, 2 dc2tog)
Row 12 and 13: Rep Row 11. (6 dc in Row 12; 4 dc in Row 13)
Row 14: Ch 1, sc in the first st, [ch 1, skip the next ch sp, dc in the next st] 4 times, ch 1, skip the last ch sp, sc in the last st; turn.
Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 1, sc evenly around egg, working 3 sc around each outer dc post, 1 sc in the top/bottom of each of the top/bottom sts, and 1 sc in each ch sp; join and finish off. Weave in ends.
Work from one end of the egg (Rows 1 - 7), then turn and work the other half (Rows 14 - 8).
Stripe colors are all only worked around the dc mesh stitches that do NOT have edging stitches worked into them. Always add stripes from the RS of the egg mesh.
Leave 6-10 inch tails at the beginning and end of each stripe. These will be used for final assembly.
Each Row: With color of choice, join with dc at the top of the post of the first mesh dc stitch, 4 dc around same dc post, working from bottom to top work 5 dc around post of next st, *working from top to bottom, 5 dc around post of next st, working from bottom to top, 5 dc around post of next st; rep from * to end of row, break yarn.
Use the end of each strip to sew to the 4th stitch from the end of the stripe above. At Rows 7 and 8, sew the ends of the stripe together. Weave in ends.
Are you looking for more Easter and Spring themed patterns? You can browse all my patterns on Moogly or Ravelry - and check out some of my favorites: Carrot Door Basket, Velvet Eggs, Simple Flower Egg Cozy, Sleepy Bunny Egg Cozy, Easter Egg Granny Washcloth, Long Eared Bunny Basket, One Hour Bunny Hat, and Easter Lily!
And don't miss the newest, the Bunny Ears Soap Sack!
If the Easter Egg Wiggle Trivet pattern inspires you and you post a photo on social media, be sure to tag me @mooglyblog or #mooglyblog so I can check it out too! And send in your finished photos to tamarakelly@mooglyblog.com to have them featured in the Moogly email newsletter!
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram! Thank you to Yarnspirations for providing the materials shown in this post. Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2022, all rights reserved. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern, but please do link to this page to share this pattern with others.
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Crochet Floral Wreaths don't have to take ages - I've got just the pattern, perfect for stash busting! First, on Facebook, I'll catch you up on the latest Moogly news. And then on YouTube, I'll be demonstrating how to make your own simple, quick and easy crochet floral wreath. And when it's over, I'll embed the videos below so you can watch them any time!
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The Bunny Ears Soap Sack Tutorial will show you how to crochet this beginner-level, quick and easy holiday stash buster - in both right and left-handed video tutorials! Follow along with the free written crochet pattern on Moogly!
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Granny Squares are a classic crochet motif, using just double crochets and chains - and it shows up in everything from home decor to high fashion! In a recent Lunch and Learn for the Yarnspirations Facebook page, I shared my 3 best tips for better granny squares - see them in action here on Moogly!
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Celebrate the season and get some great crochet tips in Loop Scoop 35! There are lots of free treasures here for you this round. So after you check them out, be sure to also check out the new patterns and links at the bottom, to help determine what gets featured next round!
I love crocheting hats - but as a designer, I need to make sure they fit more than just me! So when I do decide to make a top-down hat, I grab my Babé Crochet Hat Templates. With these templates, you can make a hat in every size, and know it will fit! Enter below to win your own templates on Moogly - we're giving away three full sets!
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The Bunny Ears Soap Sack is a quick and easy less-than-one-skein crochet pattern that's perfect for filling their Easter baskets and celebrating spring! With your favorite colors of Lily Sugar'n Cream, you can make your own cute bath pal with this free crochet pattern on Moogly!
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There's just something about spring that makes me want to pull out the Lily Sugar'n Cream! This 100% cotton yarn is wonderful for so many seasonal projects, and it comes in dozens of colors. I used the solids here, but there are all sorts of stripes, variegateds, and more to explore - and each will give the Bunny Ears Soap Sack its own look!
I designed two versions of the Bunny Ears Soap Sack, so you can make it to fit both your standard size bar soaps and all those little hotel soaps! The ears slip through the top opening to keep the soap inside, and the bunny ears are perfect for hanging the sack when bath time is done.
Don't think they'll be excited about soap in their Easter basket? Fill these little pouches with treats first - soap later. And the hotel soap size isn't just for small treats or the novelty of it - with this grippy soap sack, little ones can start learning about self-care with tools sized just right for them.
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US-H, 5.0mm hook - Susan Bates
20-50 yds Lily Sugar'n Cream
(4 - Worsted; 100% cotton; 71g / 2.5 oz, 109 m / 120 yds)
Colorways shown: Orchid, Hot Green, Yellow (WIP)
Gauge: 7 sc = 2"
Sizes:
Standard Bar Soap - approx 3" x 4.25" empty and laid flat, excluding "ears"
Small Hotel Soap - approx 2.5" x 3" empty and laid flat, excluding "ears"
Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round to help you keep your place.
Note that this pattern starts with one row, and then switches to rounds. Some rounds begin with a ch 1 and others do not - this is intentional.
Rather than joining the mesh rounds with a sl st, they are joined with a dc in the first st. This puts the hook in the correct position to begin the next round without needing to slip stitch into the next ch sp. This dc counts as one of the 8 loops.
Shown in Orchid colorway
Row 1: Ch 13, skip the ch closest to the hook, sc in each rem ch across; turn. (12 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, sc across foundation chain of each st; join to first sc with sl st. (24 sc)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in first st, *ch 3, skip 2 sts, sc in next st; rep from * until 2 sts rem, dc in first sc of rnd to join. (8 loops)
Rnds 4 - 10: Sc around post of dc, *ch 3, skip next sc, sc in next ch sp; rep from * around, dc in first sc of rnd to join.
Rnd 11: 2 sc around post of dc, 3 sc in next ch sp, sc in next ch sp, [ch 11, sl st in sc just made, sc in same ch sp] twice, 3 sc in each rem ch sp around, sc around post of dc; join with sl st in first sc. (24 sc, 2 loops)
Rnd 12: Ch 1, sc in first 5 sts, [15 sc in next ch loop] twice, sc in next 9 sts, ch 4, skip 4 sts, sc in last 4 sts; join with sl st in first sc and break yarn. (48 sc)
Shown in Hot Green colorway
Row 1: Ch 10, skip the ch closest to the hook, sc in each rem ch across; turn. (9 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, sc across foundation chain of each st; join to first sc with sl st. (18 sc)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in first st, *ch 3, skip 2 sts, sc in next st; rep from * until 2 sts rem, dc in first sc of rnd to join. (6 loops)
Rnds 4 - 7: Sc around post of dc, *ch 3, skip next sc, sc in next ch sp; rep from * around, dc in first sc of rnd to join.
Rnd 8: 2 sc around post of dc, sc in next ch sp, [ch 11, sl st in sc just made, sc in same ch sp] twice, 3 sc in each rem ch sp around, sc around post of dc; join with sl st in first sc. (18 sc, 2 loops)
Rnd 9: Ch 1, sc in first 2 sts, [15 sc in next ch loop] twice, sc in next 6 sts, ch 4, skip 4 sts, sc in last 4 sts; join with sl st in first sc and break yarn. (42 sc)
Are you looking for more Easter and Spring themed patterns? You can browse all my patterns on Moogly or Ravelry - and check out some of my favorites: Carrot Door Basket, Velvet Eggs, Simple Flower Egg Cozy, Sleepy Bunny Egg Cozy, Easter Egg Granny Washcloth, Long Eared Bunny Basket, One Hour Bunny Hat, and Easter Lily!
If the Bunny Ears Soap Sack pattern inspires you and you post a photo on social media, be sure to tag me @mooglyblog or #mooglyblog so I can check it out too! And send in your finished photos to tamarakelly@mooglyblog.com to have them featured in the Moogly email newsletter!
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram! Thank you to Yarnspirations for providing the materials shown in this post. Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2022, 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.
MooglyCAL2022 Block #7 is a floral delight! The Zinnia Blossom Square is courtesy of Kirsten Holloway Designs, and it's a wonderful square with great details! Get all the details for this free crochet along, as well as the free pattern link below!
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The Adorable Avocado is one of the super sweet patterns included in Too Cute Amigurumi: 30 Crochet Patterns for Adorable Animals, Playful Plants, Sweet Treats and More, by
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The Bernat Softly Striped Hexagon Rug is an indulgent geometric rug featuring Bernat Forever Fleece! I loved making it, and I am so excited I can now share the pattern with all of you! Get the links to the free PDF and video tutorials here on Moogly!
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The Crochet Cord Napkin Holder Box Tutorial will show you how to crochet this handy organizational container - in both right and left-handed video tutorials! Follow along with the free written crochet pattern on Moogly!
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Don't let sewing a lining in a crochet bag intimidate you - we'll do it together! First, on Facebook, I'll catch you up on the latest Moogly news. And then on YouTube, I'll be lining my latest crochet bag design. And when it's over, I'll embed the videos below so you can watch them any time!
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I've fallen in love with Bernat Sheepy Yarn! This fabulous Super Bulky yarn has been featured in a few Moogly patterns over the past few months - so let's take another look and give away 4 skeins of Bernat Sheepy Yarn!
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Socks are a favorite for many knitters - and they let you try out such gorgeous hand-dyed yarns. Now, Annie's has put together a brand new, fabulous Love to Knit Socks Kit Club, with yarns you'll love! Get a peek inside, get the link to join, and enter to win a kit below on Moogly!
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Swirls of color are at the center of Block #6 in MooglyCAL2022! The Rocky Mountain Square is courtesy of Snappy Tots, and it's a unique square with a great 3D effect! Get all the details for this free crochet along, as well as the free pattern link below!
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It's starting to feel like spring in Loop Scoop 34! From special holiday touches to fab new accessories, there's lots to love this round. After you check them out, be sure to also check out the new patterns and links at the bottom, to help determine what gets featured next round!
The Crochet Cord Napkin Holder Box is great for organizing your home - and office! Made to match the Crochet Cord Nesting Bowls, this box is sized for the dining table but ideal for any space. With your favorite colors of cotton yarn and a coordinating roll of Bernat Macramé, you can make your own cord box with this free crochet pattern on Moogly! It's part of the Cozy at Home Crochet Along on CAL Central!
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