The Sea Friends Mobile Assembly Tutorial will show you how to put together your own adorable nursery mobile! Follow along with the free pattern here on Moogly!
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The Sea Friends Mobile Assembly Tutorial will show you how to put together your own adorable nursery mobile! Follow along with the free pattern here on Moogly!
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MooglyCAL2021 Block 17 is a gorgeous design by Robyn Chachula and Marly Bird! The Marly Bird Block 2021 features some fantastic texture and some very clever stitching! Read on for all the details, and for the link to Block #17 in this free year-long crochet along!
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Clover Darning Needles with Latch Hook Eye are one the cleverest innovations in needles seen in a long time. Perfect for crocheters, knitters, and crafters of all kinds, it might actually make you like weaving in ends! Think that's going too far? Take a closer look, and enter to win your own set of Clover Darning Needles on Moogly!
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The Sea Friends Mobile is full of underwater fun! Featuring an octopus, narwhal, squid, and jellyfish, this mobile grows with baby for a gift that they'll love and enjoy for years to come. Get this pattern from the depths... below on Moogly!
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Whether you knit, crochet, or craft, there's a lot of valuable information on a yarn label! Info that can help you save time, money, and heartache. Today, I'll share the latest Moogly news on Facebook, and then I'll head over to YouTube so we can take an up close look at a few yarn labels together!
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Crochet Cuties by Zess features 24 doll patterns and 60 patterns for their clothes and accessories - but really the options are almost endless! Crochet special gifts or create a whole village of softies - but first, enter to win the Crochet Cuties giveaway on Moogly!
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Cottagecore is a movement and aesthetic that centers on simplicity, handcrafts, and self-sufficiency. And it's just so darn cute! So we've curated a collection of cozy cottagecore crochet and knit patterns for you to add to your own home and life. Now updated with even more new patterns!

MooglyCAL2021 Block 16 is a lovely design by Michele Costa of Stitch and Hustle! The Cottage Square is pretty, homey, traditional, and modern all at once! Read on for all the details, and for the link to Block #16 in this free year-long crochet along!
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Crochet, knit, sew, or craft, you'll find something new and inspiring on Yarnspirations.com! So today, we're letting you choose - we're giving away a $60 Yarnspirations Shopping Spree on Moogly!
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The Summer Staple Sweater Tutorial will show you how to make your own must-have topper - in both right and left-handed videos! Follow along with the free pattern here on Moogly!
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The Summer Staple Sweater is that easy-breezy topper you can throw on over shorts, jeans, or your cutest swimsuit - all summer long! Come winter, you can layer it with something long-sleeved to remember those warm summer vibes... and it's a free crochet pattern here on Moogly!
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As soon as I saw this yarn, I knew the Summer Staple Sweater was the piece I wanted to make with it! And I got started right away! Alas... life got in the way, and it's taken me a lot longer than planned to share this pattern with you - but I hope you'll think it was worth the wait!
Bernat Softee Cotton is a new lightweight cotton acrylic blend that's perfect for garments - and it was such a pleasure to work with! I used several skeins in the process of designing the Summer Staple Sweater, and I don't think I hit more than one knot the whole time - and no tangles or other issues at all. It has amazing stitch definition and drape, and it's definitely a new favorite for me!

The Summer Staple Sweater is made side to side, and the sleeves are added right onto the body, so it's easy enough for beginners. This method and stitch pattern give the sweater a great drape, and it takes advantage of gravity. The measurements for the schematic are laid flat - it will lengthen when worn!
The Summer Staple Sweater features easy-to-wear, toss-on-and-go styling that's at home everywhere from the backyard pool to the shops to the fair! Dress it up or down, it's cozy and comfy and fun to wear - the model claimed this one as soon as she tried it on (which always warms a mom's heart).

What do you think of the color scheme I used? Would you do it differently? No problem - this pattern makes it super easy with simple repeats you can customize any which way. And there are lots of gorgeous colors of Bernat Softee Cotton to choose from and combine!

The kangaroo pocket on the front is made in a light but solid fabric to keep it practical. But the body is in an easy 2 row mesh that's trendy and breathable. And it's all finished off with fringe - optional, of course, but I love that swing!

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US-I, 5.5mm hook - Susan Bates
1325 - 2150 yds Bernat Softee Cotton (3 - Light; 60% cotton, 40% acrylic; 120g/ 4.2 oz, 232 m/ 254 yds)
CA: Golden (1 (2) balls)
CB: Clear White (4 (5) balls)
CC: Seaside Blue (1 (2) balls)
CD: Dusk Sky (1 ball both sizes)
Gauge: 15 sts x 11 rows = 4” in pattern
Sizes: XS to XL (2X to 5X)
FSC - Foundation Single Crochet
CSDC - Chainless Starting Double Crochet
Sc2tog - single crochet two together decrease
FDC - Foundation Double Crochet
CSDC/dc2tog - pull up loop to the height of a dc st, yo with the loop, insert hook into first st, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through first loop on hook and behind the pulled up loop, yo and insert hook into next st, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through first 2 loops on hook, yo and pull through last two loops on hook to finish st.
If you would prefer to skip the FSC, ch 174(182), skip the ch closest to the hook, and sc in each rem ch across.
If you would prefer to skip the CSDC, ch 3 and count that as the first dc, or use your favorite first dc substitute.
The sleeves use turned rounds - join to the first st of the round with a sl st and then turn to work from the opposite direction as for rows. Using stitch markers in the first and last st of each rnd will be helpful.
If you would prefer to skip the FDC, ch 46, dc in the 4th ch from the hook (skipped 3 chs count as first st).
A = 11 (14)"
B = 12 (16.5)"
C = 46 (48)"
D = 12.5 (11.5)"
E = 22 (26.4)"

Row 1: With CA, FSC 173; turn. (173 sc)
Row 2: CSDC, *ch 1, skip the next st, dc in the next st; rep from * across, turn. (87 dc)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st and ch sp across; turn. (173 sc)
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 for a total of 31 rows, changing colors as listed below:
Rows 1 - 3: CA
Rows 4 - 14: CB
Rows 15 - 18: CC
Rows 19 - 28: CB
Rows 29 - 30: CA
Rows 31: CD
Row 32: CSDC, [ch 1, skip the next st, dc in the next st] 22 times; turn. (23 dc, rem sts left unworked)
Row 33: Ch 1, sc in each st and ch sp across; break yarn. (45 sc)
Row 1: With CD, skip next 83 sts of Row 31, join to next st with dc, *ch 1, skip the next st, dc in the next st; rep from * across, turn. (23 dc)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st and ch sp across; break yarn.
Layout Body pieces so that each Row 1 is facing the other, as shown in the schematic above.
Create the front of the sweater by using CA to seam from one end of Row 1 (point A) for 15", using the mattress stitch (purple zigzag).

Then, seam from the other end of Row 1 (point B) for 20" to create the back of the sweater (blue zigzag).
Fold the entire piece in half, so that point A and point B meet. Row 33 and Row 2 of the Other Side should meet on each side of the piece.

Using CD, seam Row 33 to Row 2 of the Other Side to create the side seams (sew green zigzag to green, and red to red).
Rnd 1 (RS): With CD, join to center seam of side with sc, sc in side of next sc row, 2 sc in side of next dc row, sc in each skipped st of Row 31, 2 sc in side of next dc row, sc in side of next sc row; join and turn. (90 sc)
Rnd 2 (WS): CSDC, ch 1, skip the next st, *dc in the next st, ch 1, skip the next st; rep from * around, join and turn.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc2tog in first two sts, sc in each st and ch sp across until 2 sts rem, sc2tog in last ch sp and st; join and turn. (88 sc)
Rnd 4: With CC, CSDC, ch 1, skip the next st, *dc in the next st, ch 1, skip the next st; rep from * around, join and turn.
Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc2tog in first two sts, sc in each st and ch sp across until 2 sts rem, sc2tog in last ch sp and st; join and turn. (86 sc)
Repeat Rows 4 and 5 for a total of 41 rows, changing colors as listed below. Break yarn and finish off after Rnd 41.
Rows 6 - 7: CC
Rows 8 - 12: CB
Rows 13 - 16: CA
Rows 17 - 21: CB
Rows 22 - 25: CC
Rows 26 - 28: CB
Rows 29 - 33: CD
Rows 34 - 36: CB
Rows 37 - 41: CC (50 sts)
Row 1: With CA, FSC 181; turn. (181 sc)
Row 2: CSDC, *ch 1, skip the next st, dc in the next st; rep from * across, turn. (91 dc)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st and ch sp across; turn. (181 sc)
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 for a total of 39 rows, changing colors as listed below:
Rows 1 - 3: CA
Rows 4 - 20: CB
Rows 21 - 24: CC
Rows 25 - 39: CB
Row 40: CSDC, [ch 1, skip the next st, dc in the next st] 20 times; turn. (21 dc, rem sts left unworked)
Row 41: With CA, ch 1, sc in each st and ch sp across; turn. (41 sc)
Row 42: CSDC, *ch 1, skip the next st, dc in the next st; rep from * across, turn.
Row 43 - 45: With CD, rep Row 41 and 42, ending on a Row 41 rep. Break yarn.
Row 1: With CB, skip next 99 sts of Row 39, join to next st with dc, *ch 1, skip the next st, dc in the next st; rep from * across, turn. (21 dc)
Row 2 - 6: Rep as Row 41 - 45.
Layout Body pieces so that each Row 1 is facing the other, as shown in the schematic above.
Create the front of the sweater by using CA to seam from one end of Row 1 (point A) for 16", using the mattress stitch (purple zigzag).
Then, seam from the other end of Row 1 (point B) for 21" to create the back of the sweater (blue zigzag).
Fold the entire piece in half, so that point A and point B meet. Row 45 and Row 6 of the Other Side should meet on each side of the piece.
Using CD, seam Row 45 to Row 6 of the Other Side to create the side seams (sew green zigzag to green, and red to red).
Rnd 1 (RS): With CD, join to center seam of side with sc, [sc in side of next sc row, 2 sc in side of next dc row] 3 times, sc in each skipped st of Row 39, *2 sc in side of next dc row, sc in side of next sc row; rep from * around, join and turn. (118 sc)
Rnd 2 (WS): CSDC, ch 1, skip the next st, *dc in the next st, ch 1, skip the next st; rep from * around, join and turn.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc2tog in first two sts, sc in each st and ch sp across until 2 sts rem, sc2tog in last ch sp and st; join and turn. (116 sc)
Rnd 4: With CC, CSDC, ch 1, skip the next st, *dc in the next st, ch 1, skip the next st; rep from * around, join and turn.
Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc2tog in first two sts, sc in each st and ch sp across until 2 sts rem, sc2tog in last ch sp and st; join and turn. (114 sc)
Repeat Rows 4 and 5 for a total of 41 rows, changing colors as listed below. Break yarn and finish off after Rnd 47.
Rows 6 - 7: CC
Rows 8 - 12: CB
Rows 13 - 16: CA
Rows 17 - 21: CB
Rows 22 - 25: CC
Rows 26 - 28: CB
Rows 29 - 35: CD
Rows 36 - 40: CB
Rows 41 - 47: CC (72 sts)

Row 1: With CB, FDC 44; turn. (44 dc)
Row 2: CSDC, dc in each rem st across; turn.
Rows 3 - 4: With CC, rep Row 2.
Rows 5 - 6: With CB, CSDC/dc2tog, dc in each st across until 2 sts rem, dc2tog; turn.
Rows 7 - 8: With CC, rep Rows 5 - 6.
Rows 9 - 10: With CB, rep Rows 5 - 6.
Rows 11 - 12: With CC, rep Row 2, break CC.
Rows 13 - 14: With CB, rep Row 2; turn.
Edging Round: Ch 1, sc evenly around the entire piece, working 3 sc in each corner; join and break yarn leaving a long tail for sewing.
Sew on Pocket: Using CB, sew the pocket to the front of the sweater as shown, using the backstitch.
Add Fringe: Using CB, cut 15" lengths of yarn. With 4 strands, knot to the end of every other dc row as shown. Trim to 6" or desired length. Unravel ends of yarn if desired.
Are you looking for more summer sweater patterns? I have quite a few now! You can browse all my patterns on Moogly or Ravelry - and check out some of my warm-weather faves: the Seaglass Summer Cardi, Easy Striped Summer Tee, and Cupcake Tee!

If the Summer Staple Sweater 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!
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July 2021 has been a challenge here at Moogly headquarters. But good things have happened! Today, get the latest Moogly news on Facebook and see where you can sign up for my next live classes. Then, join me on YouTube to hear the full origin story - just in time for our 10th anniversary!
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Bernat Softee Baby is a classic, lightweight baby yarn, perfect for baby items, accessories, and home décor, conveniently machine washable and dryable for easy care! Take a look at this cozy yarn and enter to win 7 sweet skeins of Bernat Softee Baby on Moogly!

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Get the latest Moogly news, updates, patterns, and sign up for my next Michael's Class here!
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Farmhouse style is here to stay, and Annie's Farmhouse Style Kit Club is a fun and creative way to add this look to your own home - and make gifts for those who love it too! Get a peek inside, get the link to join, and enter to win a kit below on Moogly!
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When I decide to make a top-down hat, I grab three things - my yarn, my hook, and my Babé Crochet Hat Templates! With these templates, I can make hats that fit every time, and you can too! Enter below to win your own templates on Moogly - we're giving away three full sets!
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