Loop Scoop #29 is full of wintery delights! Get a jump on next year, and stay cozy in the meantime with these five lovelies, both free and paid. Be sure to check out all our featured patterns, as well as the new patterns and links at the bottom, to help determine what gets featured next round!
Winter Wonderland Crochet and Knit Patterns
This winter has been so chilly - or so warm depending on where you are I suppose! But the best part of cold weather is all the crochet and knit things we can make to cozy up in - indoors and out! Here are some fantastic free patterns for your own Winter Wonderland days!
Ending MooglyCAL2021 and Beginning MooglyCAL2022
What a year! The MooglyCAL2021 was a resounding success, but that means it's time to plan for MooglyCAL2022! In this post, you can see my finished 2021 afghan, see the colors I'll be using for 2022, and get the schedule and information you need to join in for the coming year!
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Best of Charity Crochet and Knit Patterns for 2021
Crafters are some of the most generous people I know, and so many spend their time and talents creating things for charity! And in 2021, charities were in need of our help for sure. See the best patterns of the year here, as well as 10 great charities to crochet and knit for!
Best Garment and Accessories Crochet and Knit Patterns for 2021
So many of us started out with a super simple scarf - and have come so far! And in 2021, many people learned to knit and crochet, and many more took the leap to expand their skills into garment making! And there were so many patterns to tip us over the edge - see the best patterns of the year here!
Best Baby and Kids Crochet and Knit Patterns for 2021
When a new baby is on the way, it's time for crocheters and knitters to spring into action! And in 2021, lots of fantastic new kids' patterns were born - along with lots of kids! See the best patterns of the year here!
Best Home Decor Crochet and Knit Patterns for 2021
Crafting for the home is so special - it's a major way we make our space our own! And in 2021, it was all about the home, and making it into our own personal retreat. See the best patterns of the year here!
Ask Me Anything Holiday Edition - Live!
Things are getting down to the wire! How are you doing on your holiday projects? Today on Facebook I'll catch you up on the latest Moogly news. And then on YouTube, we'll hang out, crochet, and I'll do my best to answer your crochet and craft questions live! Plus, I have a special unboxing! ♥
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The Loop Scoop #28: A Yarny Link Party!
Loop Scoop #28 is full of fabulous wintery crochet freebies! From last-minute gifts to relaxing post-Christmas makes, you'll love these selections. Be sure to check out all our featured patterns, as well as the new patterns and links at the bottom, to help determine what gets featured next round!
Bernat Forever Fleece Giveaway
Bernat Forever Fleece is cushy, brushed, and ultra-plush! This yarn is super bulky but totally irresistible - take a closer look and enter to win 4 skeins of Bernat Forever Fleece on Moogly!
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Luxe Loops Slippers Tutorial
The Luxe Loops Slippers Tutorial will show you how to crochet these cozy booties - in both right and left-handed video tutorials! Follow along with the free written crochet pattern on Moogly!
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Luxe Loops Slippers
The Luxe Loops Slippers are plush, luxurious, and make a great gift set with the matching headband! Get cozy toes this winter with this free crochet pattern on Moogly!
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Featuring Bernat Blanket O'Go - or Any Blanket!
To make the Luxe Loops Slippers, I used some Bernat Blanket O'Go - the bits leftover from making the Luxe Loops Headband! This creates a great gift set that's easy to customize with colors and even as stash busters!
Two Great Yarns Getting Cozy Together
The Luxe Loops Slippers don't just feature Bernat Blanket O'Go, as you can see by the cuffs! That's Bernat Sheepy, a gorgeous sherpa-feel and look yarn that pairs perfectly with Blanket!
I used the same looping braid method as in the headband on the feet, but the ankle cuffs needed to be extra warm and cozy, and Sheepy was just right. These last few rounds of the slippers are worked in simple double crochet in the round, making using this highly textured yarn as easy as possible.
These slippers are ultra-plush and cozy - and quick to whip up too! To take them to the next level, you can add a non-slip grip with any of these great ideas!
Luxe Loops Slippers
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US-L, 8.0 mm hook - Susan Bates
100 yds Bernat Blanket O'Go
(6-Super Bulky; 100% polyester; 300 g/10.5 oz, 201 m/220 yds)
Colorway Shown: select sections of Monochrome
Color A - White
Color B - Gray
Blanket O'Go has been discontinued - please substitute any variety of Bernat Blanket in the Super Bulky (6) weight category.
100 yds Bernat Sheepy
(6-Super Bulky; 100% nylon; 250 g/8.8 oz, 136 m/149 yds)
Color C - Cotton Tail
Gauge: 8 hdc x 6.5 rows = 4” in/10 cm
Finished Sizes: Women’s shoe size 6-8(Women’s shoe size 9-11)
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Matching Pattern: Luxe Loops Headband
Note:
Shoes come in standard sizes, but feet don't! If you have wide and short feet, try the larger stitch count with the smaller row and round counts. If you have long and narrow feet, try the smaller stitch count with the longer row and round counts!
The first section of each of these slippers is worked in turned rounds, or joined rows.
Luxe Loops Slippers Instructions:
RIGHT FOOT INSTRUCTIONS (Left foot for Left-Handed Crocheters):
Rnd 1 (RS): With Color A make a magic circle, ch 1 (does not count as a st) and hdc 10 (12) into the center of the ring; join and turn. (10(12) hdc)
Rnd 2 (WS): Ch 1, hdc in the first st, 2 hdc in the next st, *hdc in the next st, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * around, join and turn. (15(18) hdc)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, hdc in the first 6(8) sts, 2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 7(8) sts, 2 hdc in the last st, join and turn. (17(20) hdc)
Rnd 4: Ch 1, hdc in the first 12(15) sts, ch 6, sl st in last hdc made, hdc in each rem st, join and turn.
Rnd 5: Ch 1, hdc in the first 5 sts, ch 6, hdc in each rem st, join and turn.
Rnd 6: Ch 1, hdc in the next 12(15) sts, ch 6, hdc in each rem st, join and turn.
Rnd 7 - 8(10): Rep Rnds 5 and 6.
Assemble Loops on RS of slipper - Starting at Rnd 4, twist each ch-6 loop to the left, and pull the next loop through. Then twist that loop to the left, and pull the next loop through. Continue until only the last loop remains. Secure loop with a stitch marker
Rnd 9(11): Ch 1, hdc in first 5 sts, hdc in lasted twisted ch-6 loop and next st, hdc in each rem st across; join and turn. Break Color A.
Begin Heel:
Row 1 (WS): With Color B, from WS, join to first st, ch 1, hdc in the next 12(15) sts; turn. (12(15) hdc, rem sts left unworked)
Row 2 - 6(7): Ch 1, hdc in each st across; turn. After last row, break yarn leaving a long tail.
Fold the heel in half, right side together, and whip stitch closed through both sides. (For larger size, skip bottom sc to work even.)
Edging: With Color A, join to RS of foot opening with sl st, ch 1, sc 23(25) sts evenly around opening. Use seamless join to finish off. Break yarn and weave in ends.
Add Sheepy Cuff:
Rnd 1: With Color C, join to any st of edging with dc, dc in each ren st around; join.
Rnd 2 - 8: Ch 3, dc in each rem st around; join. Finish off and weave in ends.
LEFT FOOT INSTRUCTIONS (Right foot for Left-Handed Crocheters):
Rnd 1 (RS): With Color A make a magic circle, ch 1 (does not count as a st) and hdc 10 (12) into the center of the ring; join and turn. (10(12) hdc)
Rnd 2 (WS): Ch 1, hdc in the first st, 2 hdc in the next st, *hdc in the next st, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * around, join and turn. (15(18) hdc)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, hdc in the first 7(8) sts, 2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 6(8) sts, 2 hdc in the last st, join and turn. (17(20) hdc)
Rnd 4: Ch 1, hdc in the first 5 sts, ch 6, sl st in last hdc made, hdc in each rem st, join and turn.
Rnd 5: Ch 1, hdc in the first 12(15) sts, ch 6, hdc in each rem st, join and turn.
Rnd 6: Ch 1, hdc in the next 5 sts, ch 6, hdc in each rem st, join and turn.
Rnd 7 - 8(10): Rep Rnds 5 and 6.
Assemble Loops on RS of slipper as for Right Foot Instructions.
Rnd 9(11): Ch 1, hdc in first 11(14) sts, hdc in lasted twisted ch-6 loop and next st, hdc in each rem st across; join but do not turn. Break Color A
Begin Heel:
Row 1 (RS): With Color B, from RS, join to first st, ch 1, hdc in the next 12(15) sts; turn. (12(15) hdc, rem sts left unworked)
Row 2 - 6(7): Ch 1, hdc in each st across; turn. After last row, break yarn leaving a long tail.
Fold the heel in half, right side together, and sew closed through both sides. (For larger size, skip bottom sc to work even.)
Add Edging and Sheepy Cuff as for Right Foot Instructions.
LOOKING FOR MORE?
Are you looking for more Slippers patterns? You can browse all my patterns on Moogly or Ravelry - and check out some of my favorites: Simple Spa Slippers, Chic Moroccan Slippers, Crochet Ballet Slippers, and Posy Toes Crochet Slippers!
If the Luxe Loops Slippers 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!
THE FINE PRINT
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 2021, 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.
Dressed to Party Bottle Accessories: Free Pattern and Tutorial
"Crochet a hat and scarf to dress up a bottle for holiday giving or to add color to your shelf of libations." The Dressed to Party Bottle Accessories are the perfect way to use up odds and ends of yarn and make a gift extra special - and I got to teach this pattern in a Yarnspirations Lunch and Learn! Learn how to make and personalize this free crochet pattern set and get all the links below!
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Crochet and Knitting Activity Books Review and Giveaway
The Crochet Activity Book and Knitting Activity Book are both fantastic - and so much fun! Written by Debbie Deitke, take a peek inside, get the link to buy your own, and enter to win the pair below on Moogly!
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Luxe Loops Headband Tutorial
The Luxe Loops Headband Tutorial will show you how to crochet this trendy stash buster - in both right and left-handed video tutorials! Follow along with the free written crochet pattern on Moogly!
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Luxe Loops Headband
The Luxe Loops Headband is a quick stash buster that's right on trend with a puffy textured look and extra comfy fit! Make a bunch using up all your Bernat Blanket odds and ends - with this free crochet pattern on Moogly!
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Festive Ornament Frames: Free Pattern and Tutorial
"Favorite faces will smile from your Christmas tree when you place them in these special holiday frames." The Festive Ornament Frames are the perfect way to display and gift their school photos and precious art - and I got to teach this pattern in a Yarnspirations Lunch and Learn! Learn how to make and personalize this free crochet ornament pattern and get all the links below!
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The Loop Scoop #27: A Yarny Link Party!
Loop Scoop #27 is another wonderful collection of seasonal goodies - a mix of crochet and knit! Be sure to check out all our featured patterns, as well as the new patterns and links at the bottom, to help determine what gets featured next round!
Annie's Genius Box Kit Club Giveaway
There's so much to love about subscription boxes, and Annie's Genius Box is one you'll be excited to give to the kids in your life! Get a peek inside, get the link to join, and enter to win a kit below on Moogly!
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Snowflake Table Runner: Free Pattern and Tutorial
"Stitch 6 different snowflakes to complete this lacy accent that's ideal for winter entertaining." Fun and festive, the Snowflake Table Runner pattern is a great pattern with tons of possibilities - and I got to teach this pattern for the Michaels Community Classroom! Learn how to make these free crochet snowflake patterns and get all the links below!
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Crochet Mittens for the Family: Free Pattern and Tutorial
Cold weather is on its way, and it's the perfect time to crochet mittens for the family! The Caron Hands Full Crochet Mittens pattern includes sizes 2/4 years to adult - and I got to teach this pattern for the Michaels Community Classroom! Learn how to make this free crochet mitten pattern and get all the links below!
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Caron One Pound (1 skein makes up to 8 pairs of mittens!)
Caron Hands Full Crochet Mittens - Free Pattern Download
Crochet Mittens for the Family Tutorial
I taught this class for the Michaels Community Classroom, live in November of 2021. Here is the recording! I demonstrated how to make the smallest size, but there are three sizes included in the PDF!
Thanks so much for watching! Here's an image for your Pinterest board so you can find this showcase later! If this class inspired you, tag me in your social media shares @mooglyblog - I love seeing what you make!
Looking for more?
CLICK HERE to explore my other Michaels classes, or CLICK HERE to explore all my free crochet patterns! And stay tuned for more Michaels classes taught by Moogly!
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Little Bow Gift Bag Tutorial
The Little Bow Gift Bag Tutorial will show you how to crochet this fast 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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Clover Bracelet Maker Review and Giveaway
Remember friendship bracelets? Have you noticed they're back?! The Clover Bracelet Maker tool is what I wish I had when I learned to make them as a teen - and I think anyone who makes them now would love to have one! Take a closer look, and enter to win your own Clover Bracelet Maker on Moogly!
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Blue Moon Shawl: Moogly Fall 2021 Crochet Along Part 3
With Part 3 we are finishing up the Blue Moon Shawl and the Moogly Fall 2021 Crochet Along! It's been such fun creating all these stitch pattern combos - now it's time to wrap up this free triangle wrap pattern!
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MooglyCAL2021 - Block #24
It's time for our final square - block 24 in the MooglyCAL2021! This beautiful square is courtesy of Stitches N Scraps - the Steampunk Cyanide Square features puff stitches, post stitches, and tons of texture. Get all the details for this free crochet along, as well as the free pattern links below!
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Macramé Crochet Stars Tutorial - Live!
Today, I want to teach you how to take an old Moogly pattern with discontinued yarn, and turn it into something new! I'll share the latest Moogly news, and walk you through the Macramé Crochet Stars Tutorial below. And don't miss all the other lives I'm doing in the next few weeks - sign up for all my free classes and showcases below too!
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Bernat Sheepy Yarn Giveaway
Bernat Sheepy Yarn is a stunner! This Super Bulky weight yarn features an amazing sherpa-like texture and feel - take a closer look and enter to win 4 skeins of Bernat Sheepy Yarn on Moogly!
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Blue Moon Shawl: Moogly Fall 2021 Crochet Along Part 2
It's time for Part 2 of the Blue Moon Shawl Moogly Fall 2021 Crochet Along! This year's pattern is in cooperation with Yarnspirations, so you can follow along with the crochet along in parts here on Moogly, or go to Yarnspirations.com to get the whole pattern as a PDF!
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Little Bow Gift Bag
The Little Bow Gift Bag is a handy little container to fill with whatever goodies you like to give - and the bow is how it stays cleverly closed! A handy dandy lil' stash buster that you can use year after year to bring holiday cheer - and a free crochet pattern on Moogly!
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Part of the 2021 Holiday Stashdown Crochet Along
I'm so excited to share the pattern for the Little Bow Gift Bag as part of the 2021 Holiday Stashdown Crochet Along on Crochet Along Central!
How the 2021 Holiday Stashdown CAL Works
Every Monday and Thursday from October 4 through December 16, 2021, this CAL features a free crochet pattern by a different designer. Each pattern is a one-skein project, or a stash buster/scrappy project, so you can work from your own existing yarn stash to make a great winter holiday gift, decoration, or wrap. If you’d like to go ahead and buy some yarn just for the project, we won’t stop you! We love yarn as much as you do.
How To Join the 2021 Holiday Stashdown CAL
Visit Underground Crafter to get links to each Holiday Stashdown CAL pattern!
A Quick Stash Buster for a Special Gift
The Little Bow Gift Bag uses less than 100 yards of yarn, and you can easily change the yarn and hook size to make all different sizes of bags!
This little container is just the right size to fill with gift cards, treats, or small gifts for someone special. Or you can make a bunch to create your own holiday countdown calendar!
And while I made it in red and white, it's green! Because you can use this baggie year after year after year. Made with Red Heart Super Saver (or whatever hardy yarn is in your stash), it will stand up to decades of gift-giving, and will wash up with ease if needed.
Little Bow Gift Bag
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US-K. 6.5 mm hook - Susan Bates
75 yds Red Heart Super Saver
(4-Worsted; 100% acrylic; 198 g/7 oz, 333 m/364 yds)
Color A: Cherry Red
Color B: White
Gauge: 3 sc x 3 rows = 1" with yarn held doubled
Finished Size: approx 2.5" square at base, 4" tall excluding handle
Helpful Links and Tutorials:
Note:
This pattern begins with Rows, and switches to Rounds.
YARN IS HELD DOUBLED THROUGHOUT THE PATTERN
Little Bow Gift Bag Instructions:
Row 1: With Color A, held doubled, ch 8, skip the ch closest to the hook, sc in each rem ch to end; turn. (7 sc)
Rows 2 - 6: Ch 1, sc in each st across; turn.
Rnd 7: Ch 1, sc in each st across, sc 6 across sides of rows, sc in bottom of each foundation ch, sc 6 across sides of rows; join. (26 sc)
Rnd 8: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join.
Rnd 9: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join with Color B, held doubled.
Rnd 10: Ch 1, hdc in each st around; join.
Rnd 11: Ch 1, hdc in each st aroun; join with Color A, held doubled.
Rnds 12 and 13: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join.
Rnd 14: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join with Color B, held doubled. Break Color A.
Rnd 15: Ch 1, hdc in each st around; join.
Rnd 16: Ch 1, hdc in first 6 sts, ch 20 (or to desired handle length), sl st in last hdc made, hdc in next 11 sts, ch 4, skip 4 sts, hdc in last 5 sts; join and finish off. Weave in ends.
Make Bow:
Row 1: With Color A, held doubled, ch 8, skip the ch closest to the hook, sc in each rem ch to end; turn. (7 sts)
Rows 2 and 3: Ch 1, hdc in first 3 sts, sc in next st, hdc in last 3 sts; turn.
Row 4: Ch 1, hdc in first 3 sts, sc in next st, hdc in last 3 sts. Break yarn leaving a long tail. Weave in ends, leaving long tails at center of bow uncut.
Assembly:
Fold center of bow into Z shape, and use long tails to wrap around center and secure. Sew to Rnd 16 on inside of bag, opposite the ch-4 opening (see image below).
To use, fill bag and then slip bow through ch-4 opening to close.
LOOKING FOR MORE?
Are you looking for more holiday crochet patterns? You can browse all my patterns on Moogly or Ravelry - and check out some of my most recent designs: Santa Cloth Dishcloth; Gnome Candy Ornaments; Nordic Star Pouch; and Velvet and Fur Christmas Stocking!
If the Little Bow Gift Bag 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!
THE FINE PRINT
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 2021, 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.
Fabulous Fall Wreath: Free Pattern and Tutorial
"Acorns, grapes, and leaves come together in splendid harmony on this crochet wreath that's bursting with autumn colors" - and I got to teach this pattern for the Michaels Community Classroom! Learn how to crochet the Fabulous Fall Wreath and get all the links below!
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Red Heart Super Saver or Red Heart With Love
Fabulous Fall Wreath - Free Pattern Download
Fabulous Fall Wreath Tutorial
I taught this class for the Michaels Community Classroom, live in November of 2021. Here is the recording! We didn't get through all the pieces, but I did my best to cover all the stitches involved. This wonderful pattern was designed by Heather Lodinsky!
Thanks so much for watching! Here's an image for your Pinterest board so you can find this showcase later! If this class inspired you, tag me in your social media shares @mooglyblog - I love seeing what you make!
Looking for more?
CLICK HERE to explore my other Michaels classes, or CLICK HERE to explore all my free crochet patterns! And stay tuned for more Michaels classes taught by Moogly!
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The Loop Scoop #26: A Yarny Link Party!
Loop Scoop #26 is a gorgeous collection of free crochet patterns, perfect for the season! Be sure to check out all our featured patterns, as well as the new patterns and links at the bottom, to help determine what gets featured next round!
The Frogs of the Chocolate Ponds Giveaway
You may know Clotilde Menendez as a designer, artist, and crochet instructor, but she is also an author. The Frogs of the Chocolate Ponds is based on a series of crochet amigurumi characters and combines storytelling, activities, puzzles, and coloring pages! Take a peek inside, download your free copy on Kindle, and enter to win a paperback copy below!
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Blue Moon Shawl: Moogly Fall 2021 Crochet Along Part 1
The Blue Moon Shawl is the Moogly Fall 2021 Crochet Along - a big triangle shawl that is warm, comforting, and takes you on a top-down stitch pattern adventure! This year's pattern is in cooperation with Yarnspirations, so you can follow along with the crochet along in parts here on Moogly, or go to Yarnspirations.com to get the whole pattern as a PDF!
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MooglyCAL2021 - Block #23
It's time for our penultimate square - block 23 in the MooglyCAL2021! This gorgeous square is courtesy of The Purple Poncho - the Flower Trellis Square features some very unique moves and lovely texture. Get all the details for this free crochet along, as well as the free pattern links below!
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Easy Rectangle Log Cabin Blanket Tutorial
The Easy Rectangle Log Cabin Blanket Tutorial will show you how to crochet this cozy and quick throw - in both right and left-handed video tutorials! Follow along with the free written crochet pattern on Moogly!
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Announcing the Moogly Fall 2021 Crochet Along - and More, Live!
It's time! I finally get to announce the Moogly Fall 2021 Crochet Along! I'll be sharing all the info you need to get ready to make the Blue Moon Shawl, as well as the latest Moogly news, on both Facebook and YouTube. And don't miss all the other lives I'm doing in the next few weeks - sign up for all my free classes and showcases below too!
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Craft Destiny Yarn Winder Giveaway
It's time to crochet those gorgeous hanks and organize those partial skeins - and the Yarn Winder by Craft Destiny is the tool to make it happen! Wind up fancy art yarns, cake up those precious leftovers, and create your own custom stash-busting combos - but first, enter to win a Craft Destiny Yarn Winder below!
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Easy Rectangle Log Cabin Blanket
I've had so many requests for an Easy Rectangle Log Cabin Blanket crochet pattern - so here it is! For this cozy throw, I used Bernat Blanket O'Go in two different colorways. Create your own custom blanket with the free pattern below!
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Featuring Bernat Blanket O'Go
To make the Easy Rectangle Log Cabin Blanket I used Bernat Blanket O'Go, and chose two colorways that I thought looked beautiful together - Fired Clay and Copper Coins. I used 2 O'Gos of each, which means I used about 145 yards of each color, in case that helps you plan your own color layout! This yarn ball style has been discontinued - luckily, standard Bernat Blanket doesn't seem to be going anywhere, and is the same yarn (just in a different style of ball)!
This is a great design for using up some of those Bernat Blanket odds and ends from other projects too!
Design Your Own Easy Rectangle Log Cabin Blanket
The tricky thing about log cabin style blankets is that it's really easy to create a square - and if you're looking for a square version, check out the original Easy Log Cabin Afghan pattern here on Moogly! But to make a rectangle, you have to figure out your grid. Here's how I did it!
Above you can see a grid layout of the blanket. If you print out the pattern, be sure to print out the blank version below as well so that you can use try out different color schemes and plan your color layout.
And you can see with the numbers what order the sections are made in - and how easy it is to keep adding on! Just follow the grid layout - always keep the section only 1 square "tall", and go across the end of the last block, working in a spiral.
Each of the squares of the grids represents 7" x 7" - 12 dc in 6 rows. So you can use this info to help you plan your blanket size, or to substitute yarns - just figure out what gives you a square and plug that into the design. Then add your own border if you like, or leave it as is - it's what you make it!
Easy Rectangle Log Cabin Blanket
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US-N, 10.0 mm hook - Susan Bates
880 yds Bernat Blanket
(6-Super Bulky; 100% polyester; 300 g/10.5 oz, 201 m/220 yds)
Colorway A Shown in O'Go: Copper Coins - 2 skeins
Colorway B Shown in O'Go: Fired Clay - 2 skeins
Stitch markers
Gauge: 12 dc x 6 rows = 7"
Finished Size: 42" x 56" shown
Helpful Links and Tutorials:
Easy Rectangle Log Cabin Blanket Tutorial
FDC - Foundation Double Crochet
CSDC - Chainless Standing Double Crochet
STDC - Standing Double Crochet
Working into the Side of a Row
Note:
Please refer to the layout below to help see how the blanket comes together, and where to work each Block.
If using the recommended yarn, note that each O'Go color section makes approximately 8 grid squares - or in other words, eight 7" x 7" squares, or 576 dc stitches. If you change the color layout, additional yarn may be needed.
Easy Rectangle Log Cabin Blanket Instructions:
Block 1
Row 1: With Color A, FDC 24; turn. (24 sts)
Row 2 - 6: CSDC in first st, dc in each rem st across; turn. After Row 6, break yarn and finish off. Do not turn after last row.
Block 2
Row 1: With Color B, STDC in side of last st of Block 1, dc in side of same st, 2 dc in side of each rem row across; turn. (12 sts)
Row 2 - 6: CSDC in first st, dc in each rem st across; turn. After Row 6, break yarn and finish off. Do not turn after last row.
Block 3
Row 1: With Color C, STDC in side of last st of Block 2, dc in side of same st, 2 dc in side of each rem row of Block 2, dc in bottom of each FDC of Block 1; turn. (36 sts)
Row 2 - 6: CSDC in first st, dc in each rem st across; turn. After Row 6, break yarn and finish off. Do not turn after last row.
Block 4
Row 1: With Color D, STDC in side of first row of Block 1, dc in side of same st, 2 dc in side of each rem row of Block 1, 2 dc in side of each row of Block 3; turn. (24 sts)
Row 2 - 6: CSDC in first st, dc in each rem st across; turn. After Row 6, break yarn and finish off. Do not turn after last row.
Block 5
Row 1: With Color E, STDC in side of last row of Block 4, dc in side of same st, 2 dc in side of each rem row of Block 4, dc in each st of Block 1, 2 dc in side of each row of Block 2; turn. (48 sts)
Row 2 - 6: CSDC in first st, dc in each rem st across; turn. After Row 6, break yarn and finish off. Do not turn after last row.
Block 6
Row 1: With Color F, STDC in side of last st of Block 3, dc in side of same st, 2 dc in side of each rem row of Block 3, dc in each st of Block 2, 2 dc in side of each row of Block 5; turn. (36 sts)
Row 2 - 6: CSDC in first st, dc in each rem st across; turn. After Row 6, break yarn and finish off. Do not turn after last row.
Block 7
Row 1: With Color F, STDC in side of last st of Block 6, dc in side of same st, 2 dc in side of each rem row of Block 6, dc in each st of Block 3, 2 dc in side of each row of Block 4; turn. (60 sts)
Row 2 - 6: CSDC in first st, dc in each rem st across; turn. After Row 6, break yarn and finish off. Do not turn after last row.
Block 8
Row 1: With Color E, STDC in side of last st of Block 5, dc in side of same st, 2 dc in side of each rem row of Block 5, dc in each st of Block 4, 2 dc in side of each row of Block 7; turn. (48 sts)
Row 2 - 6: CSDC in first st, dc in each rem st across; turn. After Row 6, break yarn and finish off. Do not turn after last row.
Block 9
Row 1: With Color A, STDC in side of last st of Block 8, dc in side of same st, 2 dc in side of each rem row of Block 8, dc in each st of Block 5, 2 dc in side of each row of Block 6; turn. (72 sts)
Row 2 - 6: CSDC in first st, dc in each rem st across; turn. After Row 6, break yarn and finish off. Do not turn after last row.
Block 10
Row 1: With Color C, STDC in side of last st of Block 7, dc in side of same st, 2 dc in side of each rem row of Block 7, dc in each st of Block 6, 2 dc in side of each row of Block 9; turn. (60 sts)
Row 2 - 6: CSDC in first st, dc in each rem st across; turn. After Row 6, break yarn and finish off. Do not turn after last row.
Block 11
Row 1: With Color B, STDC in side of last st of Block 10, dc in side of same st, 2 dc in side of each rem row of Block 10, dc in each st of Block 7, 2 dc in side of each row of Block 8; turn. (84 sts)
Row 2 - 6: CSDC in first st, dc in each rem st across; turn. After Row 6, break yarn and finish off. Do not turn after last row.
Block 12
Row 1: With Color D, STDC in side of last st of Block 9, dc in side of same st, 2 dc in side of each rem row of Block 9, dc in each st of Block 8, 2 dc in side of each row of Block 11; turn. (72 sts)
Row 2 - 6: CSDC in first st, dc in each rem st across; turn. After Row 6, break yarn and finish off. Weave in all ends. Add border if desired.
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