Punch needle is a fun and super easy craft with yarn that anyone can do - and punch needle with the Cricut Maker is even easier! You can create any design you like, quickly and easily, and transfer it in minutes! See how to use your Maker for punch needle and more below!
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Bobbles, overlay, and tons of color - MooglyCAL Block 14 is full of beauty! Courtesy of The Lavender Chair, this stunning square is sure to be a standout in your blanket! Read on for all the details, and for the link to Block #14 in this free year-long crochet along!
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This round of Hookin On Hump Day is all about variety! From summer tops to cute appliques, you're sure to find your next project here! Get all the links, and check out the new entries below - you might just fill out your to-do list today!
Clover Wonder Pins are a clever new tool designed for sewing and quilting - but they are great for knitting and crochet seaming and appliques too! See how they work, and enter to win your own set on Moogly!
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The Bright Chevron Borderless Blanket features a very modern and graphic look - and the pattern includes all the sizes! Make this blankie, lapghan, throw, or afghan with the free crochet pattern on Moogly!
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The Bright Chevron Borderless Blanket features one of my favorite wavy crochet stitches! It is a slow crochet to be sure - this baby sized blanket took me several evenings to finish. But it was worth it!
And I love how it looks without a border - so clean and modern! And when it's done... it's done! That said, it's also ready for you to add whatever border you like - feel free to make it your own!
The Bright Chevron Borderless Blanket has a secret that makes it extra cozy - the yarn! It's Red Heart Heat Wave - and it heats up an extra 12 degrees Fahrenheit when exposed to UV rays. That makes this blanket perfect for throwing over baby's carrier in the winter for the trip to the car, as a lapghan for fall and spring outdoor activities and sports, and extra cozy as a base for end of season picnics.
Indoors, it's still a super warm and cozy throw of course! Great for chilly offices, those relatives who are always cold no matter what the weather, and as a gorgeous blanket anywhere in the home. (The lapghan size is perfect for wheelchair users too!)
This yarn has been discontinued. Please see below for suggested substitutions, or use your favorite medium weight yarn!
I love being size-inclusive - and this extends to blankets! Whether you want to make a baby blanket, a lapghan, or a giant California King, you'll find info for making the Bright Chevron Borderless Blanket in every size below! And if there's a custom size you're interested in, I've included the stitch multiple as well.
Please do be sure to read through all the info before you begin so you're ready to make the size that's right for you!
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US - K, 6.5mm - Clover
1604-12,795 Red Heart Heat Wave (100% acrylic; 4 - Medium/UK: 10-12 ply; 100 g/3.5 oz, 181 m/198 yds)
A: Sandy Shores
B: Blue Skies
C: Seaweed
D: Beach Ball
E: Red Hot
This yarn has been discontinued. Suggested substitutions: Red Heart With Love, Bernat Super Value, Lion Brand Vanna's Choice, Cascade Yarns Anthem, Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling, and Brava Worsted
Stitch Markers – Clover
Gauge: 12 sts x 10 rows = 4"/10cm in main st pattern
Bright Chevron Borderless Blanket Tutorial
CSDC - Chainless Starting Double Crochet
To determine how much yarn to purchase of each color, divide the total yards in half - this is the total number of yards for Color A. Divide the other half by 4 to determine the number of yards for Colors B through E.
To determine how many balls or skeins this is, divide the yardage per color by the number of yards per skein in your choice of yarn.
To create your own custom size, ch a mult of 4, and work to the desired length making sure that each section ends on a CB-CE Row 6 rep, and then finishing with the Last Row.
This stitch pattern uses 2 active loops, one for each color of yarn. Use a stitch marker to secure the loop you are not currently using so the previous row does not come undone – this is abbreviated as “pm” in the pattern.
If preferred, substitute a ch 3 for the CSDC, but the CSDC will give you a better-looking edge.
With Color A, ch as directed on Sizing Chart above for your size.
Row 1: Skip the ch closest to the hook, sc in the next 3 chs, *ch 1, skip next ch, sc in next 3 chs; rep from * to end, turn.
Row 2: CSDC in 1st st, dc in each remaining st across; turn and remove hook from loop (pm).
Row 3: With Color B, join with sc to 1st st, working in front of previous row, tr in 1st skipped ch of Row 1, skip next st, sc in next st, ch 1, skip next st, sc in next st, *tr2tog in previous skipped ch of Row 1 and next skipped ch of Row 1, skip next st, sc in next st, ch 1, skip next st, sc in next st; repeat from * until 2 sts remain, tr in last skipped ch of Row 1, sc in last st; turn.
Row 4: CSDC in 1st st, dc in each remaining st across; turn and remove hook from loop (pm).
Row 5: Insert hook in loop of Color A, ch 3, sc in 1st st of previous row, working in front of previous row, tr in 1st skipped st of the row below the previous row, skip next st, sc in next st, ch 1, skip next st, sc in next st, *tr2tog in previous skipped st of the row below and next skipped st of the row below, skip next st, sc in next st, ch 1, skip next st, sc in next st; repeat from * until 2 sts remain, tr in last skipped st of the row below, sc in last st; turn.
Row 6: CSDC in 1st st, dc in each remaining st across; turn and remove hook from loop (pm).
Repeat Rows 5 and 6, alternating between Color A and Color B, until this section totals the number of rows displayed in the "Rows per color pair" Column in Size Chart Above. Ch 3 with Color B, and then fasten off Color B.
Then, repeat Rows 5 and 6 with Color A.
Repeat Row 3 with Color C.
Repeat Row 6, then Rows 5 and 6, alternating between Color A and Color C, until this section totals the number of rows displayed in the "Rows per color pair" Column in Size Chart Above. Ch 3 with Color C, and then fasten off Color C.
Then, repeat Rows 5 and 6 with Color A.
Repeat Row 3 with Color D.
Repeat Row 6, then Rows 5 and 6, alternating between Color A and Color D, until this section totals the number of rows displayed in the "Rows per color pair" Column in Size Chart Above. Ch 3 with Color D, and then fasten off Color D.
Then, repeat Rows 5 and 6 with Color E.
Repeat Row 3 with Color E.
Repeat Row 6, then Rows 5 and 6, alternating between Color A and Color E, until this section totals the number of rows displayed in the Rows/B-E Column in Size Chart Above. The entire blanket should give you the total number of rows shown in the Rows Column in the Size Chart above.
Last Row: Insert hook in loop of Color A, ch 3, sc in 1st st of previous row, working in front of previous row, tr in 1st skipped st of the row below the previous row, skip next st, sc in next 3 sts, *tr2tog in previous skipped st of the row below and next skipped st of the row below, skip next st, sc in next 3 sts; repeat from * until 2 sts remain, tr in last skipped st of the row below, sc in last st; fasten off Color A.
Using yarn needle, sew the final end of each color (with the ch-3), to base of next color st two rows above, to mimic the look of the previous color changes on that side of the project. Weave in ends.
Looking for more free crochet blanket patterns? You can browse them all here on Moogly or on Ravelry - there are too many to list them all here! Some favorites include the Leaping Stripes and Blocks, Loopy Love Blanket, Waterlily Throw, Vintage Wobble Afghan, and Blackberry Salad Striped Afghan!
If the Bright Chevron Borderless Blanket 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!
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and Tumblr! Thank you to Yarnspirations for providing the materials shown in this post. Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2020, 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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Christmas in July has become quite a tradition of its own - and a great nudge to not leave all your projects to the last minute... again... So this year Yarnspirations has put together a massive, amazing list of crochet, knit, and craft patterns. And I've picked out my favorites, and added a couple more of my own below!
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The Multi-Pocket Crochet Tote Organizer is the perfect thing to keep your tote bag organized - and make your life easier! And it's a free crochet pattern I've designed for Yarnspirations! Get the link to the free crochet pattern, and right and left-handed video tutorials below!
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The Multi-Pocket Crochet Tote Organizer is made with Patons Grace yarn. You can see my review of Patons Grace, and see the Multi-Pocket Crochet Tote Organizer "in action" on Yarnspirations now!
This pattern is just about as easy as it gets. Simple rows of double crochet are folded and seamed... et voila! Easy as can be!
And for more experienced crocheters, this pattern is perfect for fun customizations. Add or subtract stripes, add a fun stitch pattern to the front pockets - and divide the pockets however you like, depending on what you like to tote around!
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The yarn: Patons Grace
The hook: U.S. G/6 (4 mm) Susan Bates
Other supplies recommended: Stitch Markers. a Tapestry Needle (Yarn Needle), and of course, scissors!
This pattern uses standard abbreviations and US terms.
I hope you enjoy making your own Tote Organizer! Here's a pin for your favorite crochet Pinterest Board!
Looking for more free crochet organization patterns? Check out the Pampering Vanity Set, Organization Now Basket, Cozy Couch and Bedside Organizer, and Crafty Carrying Case - all free on Moogly!
If this 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!
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Patons Hempster "creates bright, cheerful projects that are ideal for summer!" It's a unique blend that gives great stitch definition. Take a closer look at this yarn and enter to win 9 balls of it right here on Moogly!
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The Cricut Joy is an amazing new addition to the Cricut family! I went to visit them at my local Michaels as soon as they debuted, and now I'm excited to share my unboxing - and a demo of the first project that's included!
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It's time for another unique crochet square - this time, made of squares! MooglyCAL2020 Block #13 comes to us courtesy of Marie Segares of Underground Crafter! This square has endless color possibilities and a great bit of texture. Read on for all the details, and for the link to Block #13 in this free year-long crochet along!
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June is wrapping up, and summer crochet is in full swing! Today on Facebook Live, it's the usual Moogly updates - the latest projects, a couple sneak peeks, and Moogly news! Then, on YouTube I'll be talking about US vs UK crochet terms. There are only a few differences, and being able to read both types of patterns means there's more you can make!
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The Easy Striped Summer Tee Tutorial demonstrates how to crochet this youthful, fun, and simple pattern - in both right and left-handed videos!
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Easy Striped Summer Tee - FREE CROCHET PATTERN
FSC - Foundation Single Crochet
CSDC - Chainless Starting Double Crochet
How to Float Colors Along the Edge
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I hope you enjoyed this tutorial for the Easy Striped Summer Tee! If this video doesn't answer all your questions about this free crochet shirt pattern, please ask in the comments below - I'm always happy to help!
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Annie's Hook & Needle Kit Club is an exciting yarny subscription box that includes goodies for both knit *and* crochet in each kit! See what's inside, get the link to join (with a coupon code!) and enter to win a kit below on Moogly!
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The Easy Striped Summer Tee is a fun cropped topper that's incredibly simple to crochet. And a great addition to your warm-weather wardrobe! Get the crochet pattern sized for XS to 5X here on Moogly!
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The Easy Striped Summer Tee is a great summer make - so easy you can crochet it at the beach or by the pool! Two rectangles, made of the most basic stitches, get seamed into a flattering v-neck top. The linked treble stitches at the waist give it a rolled look - but there's a substitute for that in the notes below if you want to keep it easy!
I used Patons Grace to make the Easy Striped Summer Tee - it's just so lovely for summer garments! Made of mercerized cotton, it's breathable and soft and has a lovely sheen and drape. And it's available both online and at most big box craft stores!
The Easy Striped Summer Tee crochet pattern includes 3 sizes, that range from XS to 5X. This top features a loose, oversize fit and I've included the actual bust measurement for each size below.
I've given this pattern a cropped length, but you can easily make it longer if desired too - just see the Notes below!
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US - I, 5.5mm hook - Furls
625-1135 yds Patons Grace (3-Light/UK: 8 ply; 100% mercerized cotton; 50 g/1.75 oz, 125 m/136 yds)
CA: Blush - 2 (3, 4) skeins
CB: Clay - 2 (3, 4) skeins
CC: Natural - 2 (3, 4) skeins
Gauge: 13 sts x 8 rows = 4" in dc
Sizes: XS/S/M - 42" bust (L/XL - 50" bust, 2X/3X/4X/5X - 66" bust)
Size shown: XS/S/M
Easy Striped Summer Tee Tutorial
FSC - Foundation Single Crochet
CSDC - Chainless Starting Double Crochet
How to Float Colors Along the Edge
If you would prefer not to use the FSC stitch, you can instead ch 128 (138, 148), skip the ch closest to the hook, and sc in each rem ch across.
And if you would prefer not to use the CSDC stitch, you can instead ch 3 or use your preferred dc substitute.
If you would prefer not to use the linked tr st, you can substitute 3 rnds of back loop only single crochet.
To make this top longer, add an equal number of stitches to the beginning and end of each row. There is no stitch multiple here to worry about, just be sure to move the beginning of the mesh section by the same number of stitches.
Row 1: With CA, FSC 127 (137, 147); turn. (127 (137, 147) sts)
Row 2: CSDC in first st, dc in next 39 (40, 45) sts, [ch 3, skip 3 sts, dc in next 3 sts] 9 (10, 10) times, dc in last 33 (36, 41) sts finishing last st with CB; turn. (127 (137, 147) sts including chs)
Row 3: CSDC in first st, dc in next 35 (38, 43) sts, [3 dc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, skip 3 sts] 9 (10, 10) times, dc in last 37 (38, 43) sts finishing last st with next color; turn.
Row 4: CSDC in first st, dc in next 36 (37, 42) sts, [3 dc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, skip 3 sts] 9 (10, 10) times, dc in last 36 (39, 44) sts finishing last st with next color; turn.
Row 5 - 21 (25, 33): Rep Rows 3 and 4, cycling through colors. Do NOT finish last st with new color at end of last row.
Row 22 (26, 34): Ch 1, sc in each st and ch across; break yarn.
Rep as for Piece #1, but begin with next color in cycle - CC (CA, CC).
Laying out the pieces per the schematic above, seam the front 7 (8, 9)" from the waist using the mattress stitch.
Then, seam the back 15 (16, 17) inches from the waist using the mattress stitch.
Fold the garment in half across the mesh sections, as shown in the schematic above. Seam each side 11 (12, 13)" from the waist using the mattress stitch.
Rnd 1: Join to side seam with Color B (or desired color), ch 1, sc 130 (156, 208) evenly around waist opening; join. (130 (156, 208) sts)
Rnd 2: Ch 4, linked tr in each st around; join.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join and break yarn. Use tail to seam up gap at end of Rnd 2 if needed.
(Repeat for each arm opening, using the same color as you are working into.)
Rnd 1: Join next to side seam, ch 1, sc in each st around; join.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join and break yarn.
Looking for more summer-weight top patterns? Some of my favorites include the Handkerchief Cocoon, Cupcake Tee, Easy Cold Shoulder V Neck Top, and Seaglass Summer Cardi!
If the Easy Striped Summer Tee 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!
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and Tumblr! Thank you to Yarnspirations for providing the materials shown in this post. Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2020, 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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The Rainbow Bobble Bag Tutorial demonstrates how to crochet this fun, colorful, and highly textured pattern - in both right and left-handed videos!
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This round of Hookin On Hump Day is pretty in pink! Look at all your gorgeous choices - a mix of free and paid, crochet and knit, but pink is the theme that catches my eye! Get all the links, and check out the new entries below - there is such creativity out there right now!
The Clover Swift Bead Quick Beading Needle is a game-changer for anyone who likes crafting, crocheting, or knitting with beads! See just how great it is, and enter to win your own on Moogly!
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The Diagonal Stripes and Texture Crochet Pillow features a big yarn, a big hook, and creates a big big look for your decor - and it's a free crochet pattern I've designed for Yarnspirations!
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What an exciting set of squares we're getting this year! MooglyCAL2020 Block #12 is another very unique square, by Elena Hunt of Beatrice Ryan Designs! This square features a fun off-kilter center, lots of color play, and an easy to adjust border. Read on for all the details, and for the link to Block #12 in this free year-long crochet along!
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This morning I'm just going to be popping onto Facebook for a quick chat about what's happening on Moogly, in the world of crochet, and what's coming soon!
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Swedish dishcloths are a great, eco-friendly alternative to paper towels. And they are perfect for crafting with too - including crochet! Learn how to crochet an edging on a Swedish dishcloth, and enter to win a pack of 10 courtesy of Swedish Wholesale on Moogly!
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The Rainbow Bobble Bag is happy, fun, textured, stripey, and a free crochet pattern on Moogly! Featuring Patons Hempster, this everyday tote is perfect for showing off your love of crochet this summer!
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It's been a while since I made a bobble project - it's how Moogly got its start, really! And now bobbles are trending again, and it was a real joy to revisit this stitch - and figure out how to work it in the round!
These bobbles are really shown off beautifully with Patons Hempster! This yarn is a hemp and cotton blend, and the colors are gorgeous. And the stitch definition is incredible! It does stretch a little bit, so I've kept the handles short to account for that. And you can line it if desired too!
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US - G, 4.0 mm hook - Clover USA
500 yds Patons Hempster (#3 DK/Light/UK 8 ply; 55% Hemp, 45% Cotton; 100g/3.5 oz; 174 m/190 yds)
Color A: Grape (1 ball)
Color B: Deep Ocean (1 ball)
Color C: Jungle (1 ball)
Color D: Sunshine (1 ball)
Color E: Coral Reef (1 ball)
Color F: Red (1 ball)
Gauge: 16 sts x 14 rows = 4"/10cm in hdc
Size: 15" wide x 11.5" tall laid flat
FHDC - Foundation Half Double Crochet
Bobble - dc5tog in the same st
If you prefer to avoid the FHDC st, you can ch 47, skip the ch closest to the hook, and hdc in each rem ch across. Then continue with Row 2.
Beginning with Rnd 17, the pattern is worked in joined rows or turned rounds. Join with a sl st as for a rnd, but turn and work from the other side of the bag for the next rnd.
Bobbles for this pattern are worked as a dc5tog in the same st - (yo and insert hook in the indicated st, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through two loops) 5 times, yo and pull through all 6 loops on hook to finish the st. See the linked tutorial above for a demonstration.
Row 1: With Color A, FHDC 46; turn. (46 sts)
Row 2 - 16: Ch 1, hdc in each st across; turn.
Rnd 17 (RS): CH 1, hdc in each st across, turn 90 degrees, hdc 16 evenly along sides of rows, turn 90 degrees, hdc in each foundation ch, turn 90 degrees, hdc 16 evenly along sides of rows, turn 90 degrees, join with sl st in first hdc of rnd; turn. (124 sts)
Rnds 18 and 19: Ch 1, hdc in each st around; join and turn.
Rnd 20: Ch 1, sc in the first st, *bobble in next st, sc in the next 3 sts; rep from * around finishing last rep with sc in the last 2 sts, join and turn.
Rnd 21: Rep Rnd 18.
Rnd 22: Ch 1, sc in the first 3 sts, bobble in the next st, *sc in the next 3 sts, bobble in the next st; rep from * around, join and turn.
Rnd 23: Rep Rnd 18, break Color A.
Rnd 24: With Color B, join to last st of previous rnd, rep Rnd 20.
Rnds 25 - 27: Rep Rnds 21 - 23, do not break yarn.
Rnds 28 - 29: Rep Rnds 20 and 21, break yarn.
Rnd 30: With Color C, join to last st of previous rnd, rep Rnd 22.
Rnds 31: Rep Rnd 23.
Rnds 32 - 35: Rep Rnds 20 - 23, break yarn.
Rnds 36 - 41: With Color D, rep Rnds 24 - 29.
Rnd 42 - 47: With Color E, rep Rnds 30 - 35.
Rnd 48 - 51: With Color F, rep Rnds 24 - 27.
Rnd 52: Ch 1, hdc in first st, sc2tog 10 times, *hdc in next st, ch 19, skip the next 19 sts, hdc in the next st, sc2tog 10 times,** hdc in the next st, sc2tog 10 times; rep from * finishing at **, join and turn. (40 sc, 6 hdc, 38 ch)
Rnd 53: Ch 1, hdc in each st and ch around; join and turn. (84 hdc)
Rnd 54: Ch 1, hdc in each st around; join and turn.
Rnd 55: Rep Rnd 54, do NOT turn.
Rnd 56: Sl st in each st around; join and break yarn.
Looking for more free bobble and/or bag patterns? Browse them all on the Moogly Free Patterns Page or Ravelry! There are too many to list them all here, but some of my favorites include the Building Blocks Crochet Backpack, Rainbow Flower Scrubby, Sherbet Stripes Tote, Rainbow Pocket Market Bag, and Tasty Little Chevron Bag!
If the Rainbow Bobble Bag 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!
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and TikTok! Thank you to Yarnspirations for providing the materials shown in this post. Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2020, 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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Center out crochet blankets and afghans are lots of fun to make! Great as stash busters and lapghans, you can explore all sorts of colors and textures - often in the same pattern! There are lots of center out crochet afghan patterns on Yarnspirations, so I wanted to share some of my favorites - and some of the free ones here on Moogly!
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What a group of pretty pastel patterns this round! Hookin On Hump Day is full of gorgeous new free crochet patterns for you! Get all the links, and check out the new entries below - there are so many wonderful ideas to inspire you!
Have you tried Madelinetosh Yarns lately? Mad Tosh brings a legacy of decadent yarns, innovative dyeing methods, and original uses of color. And I get to give away a skein of Tosh Merino Light *and* a set of 6 Unicorn Tails here on Moogly!
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The Bay Bridge Cowl reminds me of the bridges I’ve seen traveling around the country! You won’t want to take it off, indoors or out. And it's a free one skein crochet pattern on Moogly!
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MooglyCAL2020 Block #11 is another unique and creative rows-to-rounds square, this time by Kinga Erdem of My Hobby Is Crochet! This square features a gorgeous stitch pattern that Kinga has turned into some gorgeous patterns. Read on for all the details, and for the link to Block #11 in this free year-long crochet along!
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We've made it to the end of May, so let's catch up! On this Facebook Live, it's the usual Moogly updates - the latest projects, a couple sneak peeks, and Moogly news! Then, on YouTube I'll be answering the question - What does mercerized mean, and what does it do to cotton yarn?
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Patons Grace is "an ultra-soft cotton yarn available in fresh, modern shades that's perfect for lightweight garments and accessories!" I love using it for all sorts of projects! Take a closer look at this yarn and enter to win 8 balls of it right here on Moogly!
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The Home with Yarn Punch Needle Pattern is my newest punch needle design! It celebrates our love of yarn, and how it makes being home so much better. It's easy enough to be your first punch needle project and fun enough to not be the last!
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The Handkerchief Cocoon Tutorial demonstrates how to crochet this easy beginner crochet garment pattern - in both right and left-handed videos!
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Father's Day is coming up in June, and that means it's time to get started on our Father's Day gifts! I've put together a mega list of over 75 free crochet and knit patterns for Father's Day - explore them all below!
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I think you were all in a garment making mood this round! Hookin On Hump Day is back again with another fantastic collection of knit and crochet patterns and posts for you! Get all the links, and check out the new entries below - there's so much amazing stuff to explore!
How adorable is this Bernat Crochet Petal Poncho?! This cute crochet poncho pattern includes 2 sizes, and is perfect for your little woodland princess! Get the link to the free pattern - and the yarn - below on Moogly!
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I love collecting crochet pattern books - and while perusing my collection I realized I had two copies of Crochet Kaleidoscope by Sanda Eng! So I've decided to give one away in a new Moogly crochet book giveaway!
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The Squid Squish is the latest cuddly crochet cutie on Moogly! This adorable amigurumi style sea creature joins his pals for fun and adventures - get the free crochet squid softie pattern below!
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The Squid Squish is filled with a microbead bolster pillow. It's just the perfect size, and so very huggable! And once again I've used Bernat Blanket, so it's a quick project to make, taking just an evening or two. Of course, if you prefer, you can fill it with Fiberfill.
I've used 24mm Safety Eyes on the Squid Squish, but you can use buttons or crocheted eyes if you prefer. And I've used a grab bag of buttons for the Tentacle and Arm Suckers - I love the random sizes and how they give the Squid a more whimsical look!
The Squid Squish itself is far too big for babies to choke on, but if you use buttons for the eyes and suckers, they may not be. 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, please embroider on the face rather than using buttons. If using it as a photo prop, be sure not to leave the toy with a baby unattended.
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US-L, 7.0 mm or 8.0 mm hook (whatever gets you gauge) - Furls
375 yds Bernat Blanket (6 - Super Bulky/UK: 14-16 ply; 100% polyester; 300g/10.5 oz; 201 m/220 yds)
Color A: Terracotta Rose (275 yds, 2 ball)
Color B: White (100 yds, 1 ball)
24mm Safety Eyes
7" x 12" Bolster Microbead Pillow (pink) - Amazon
Additional Buttons for Tentacles/Arms
Sewing Thread and Sewing Needle
Gauge: 9 sts and 7 rows = 4" in hdc
Size: Approximately 18 inches long not including tentacles/arms
Sc2tog - single crochet decrease
Rnds 1 - 33 of the body and Rnds 1 - 6 of the belly 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.
Rnd 2: *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 4 sts; rep from * around. (12 sts)
Rnd 3: *2 hdc in the next 2 sts, hdc in the next 4 sts; rep from * around. (16 sts)
Rnd 4: Hdc in the next st, 2 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, hdc in the next 6 sts, 2 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, hdc in the last 5 sts. (20 sts)
Rnd 5: Hdc in the next 2 sts, 2 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, hdc in the next 8 sts, 2 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, hdc in the last 6 sts. (24 sts)
Rnd 6: Hdc in the next 2 sts, sc4tog, hdc in the next 8 sts, sc4tog, hdc in the last 6 sts. (18 sts)
Rnd 7: *Sc5tog, hdc in the next 4 sts; rep from * around. (10 sts)
Rnd 8: 2 hdc in each st around. (20 hdc)
Rnd 9: *Hdc in the next st, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * around. (30 hdc)
Rnd 10: *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 2 sts; rep from * around. (40 hdc)
Rnd 11: *Hdc in the next 3 sts, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * around. (50 hdc)
Rnd 12: *Hdc in the next st, 2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 3 sts; rep from * around. (60 hdc)
Rnd 13 - 33: Hdc in each st around. Do not break yarn.
NOTE: Work these in numerical order around Rnd 33 of the Body.
Row 1: Hdc in the next 6 sts (rem sts left unworked); turn. (6 sts)
Row 2 - 4: Ch 1, hdc in each st across; turn.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc2tog, hdc in the next 2 sts, sc2tog; turn. (4 sts)
Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog twice; break yarn. (2 sts)
Row 1: Join to next st of Row 33, ch 1, hdc in same st and next 5 sts; turn. (6 sts)
Row 2 - 6: Rep as for 1st Tentacle.
Row 1: Join to next st of Row 33, ch 1, sc2tog, hdc in next 2 sts, sc2tog; turn. (4 sts)
Row 2 - 4: Ch 1, hdc in each st across; turn.
Row 5: Ch 2, (dc, hdc) in first st, hdc in next 2 sts, (hdc, dc) in last st; turn. (6 sts)
Row 6: Ch 2, (dc, hdc) in first st, hdc in next 4 sts, (hdc, dc) in last st; turn. (8 sts)
Row 7: Rep Row 2.
Row 8: Ch 1, sc2tog, hdc in the next 4 sts, sc2tog; turn. (6 sts)
Row 9: Ch 1, sc2tog, hdc in the next 2 sts, sc2tog; turn. (4 sts)
Row 10: Ch 1, sc2tog twice; turn. (2 sts)
Row 11: Ch 1, sc2tog; break yarn. (1 st)
Rep as for 2nd - 4th Tentacles.
Rep as for 5th - First Arm.
Rep as for 2nd Tentacle.
Rnd 1: With Color B, 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)
Continuing with Color B, repeat as for the Body Tentacles and Arms.
Add the Eyes and Suckers: Add the Safety Eyes or buttons to the Body, so that the 3 short tentacles between the arms are facing forward, between Rnds 29 and 30 (as shown below) or as desired. Add buttons to the Tentacles and Arms for suckers (as shown above).
Prep for Finishing: Insert the Pillow into the Body, then match up the Body Tentacles and Arms and Belly Tentacles and Arms.
Making sure the tentacles and arms are matched up, use stitch markers to secure the pieces together.
Final Seam: Using Color A, and from the top (body) side, sc through both layers (Body Tentacles and Arms and Belly Tentacles and Arms), working evenly around. Use Seamless Finishing to join, break yarn and weave in end.
Looking for more free crochet toy and softie patterns? Browse them all on the Moogly Free Patterns Page or Ravelry! In particular, be sure to check out the Octopus Squish, Narwhal Squish, and Benevolent Bumble Bee!
If the Squid 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!
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