The Clover Dome Threaded Needle Case is an amazing tool for anyone who does any hand sewing or embroidery! Take a closer look at this clever tool and enter to win your own on Moogly!
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Most pets love treats - and most people love custom storage jars! In this quick Cricut craft, I'll show you how I used the Cricut Joy and a yard sale find to make a Pet Treat Jar upgrade!
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Crafty Mother's Day gift ideas are always appreciated - and there are tons of great crochet, knit, and sewing patterns free on Yarnspirations! I've highlighted some that you don't want to miss, and added a few free Moogly patterns too!
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Let's chat today! On this Facebook Live, it's the usual Moogly updates - the latest projects, a couple sneak peeks, and the latest Moogly news! Then, follow me over to YouTube where I'll be answering any questions you have on crochet, knitting, and crafts!
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Hookin On Hump Day is here with another wonderful collection of knit and crochet patterns for you! Get all the links, and check out the new entries below - there's so much wonderful stuff out there!
Caron One Pound is a fantastic value yarn with tons of free patterns on Yarnspirations! I've highlighted some of my favorites in all skill levels, and added a free Moogly pattern too!
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I have been so excited about this Leisure Arts Diamond Art Book Giveaway! I got to design 4 projects for 3 of the brand new Leisure Arts Diamond Art Books - Sparkle at Home, Baby Sparkle, and Sparkle Holiday! And now I finally get to share them all - and give away a copy of Sparkle at Home here on Moogly!
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The Leaping Stripes and Blocks Squared is my latest twist on this fun stitch pattern! Before, I shared how to make this stitch pattern in rows and in the round. Now, you can add granny or motif style to the list as well! Make a 12" square as shown here or go as big as you like with this free crochet pattern on Moogly!
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MooglyCAL2020 Block #9 is a swirling, whirling square by Laurinda Reddig of ReCrochetions! This square plays with color and texture and is just fun to crochet. Read on for all the details, and for the link to Block #9 in this free year-long crochet along!
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Grab your favorite cuppa and join me for some lives today! On this Facebook Live, it's the usual Moogly updates. See the latest projects, a couple sneak peeks, and get the latest Moogly news! Then, follow me over to YouTube where I'll be sharing How to Russian Join Yarn!
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Spring cleaning is a bit more fun when you crochet and knit the supplies! There are 70 free crochet and knit spring cleaning patterns on Yarnspirations - and even more here on Moogly! Let's explore them all!
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Bernat Blanket is a super bulky, luxurious, soft, and cozy chenille-style yarn! It's perfect for home décor projects and all sorts of fun kid and pet patterns. Take a closer look at this yarn and enter to win 4 balls of it right here on Moogly!
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The Narwhal Squish Tutorial demonstrates the basics of this cute and cuddly free crochet softie pattern - in both right and left-handed videos!
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Go gaga for the granny stitch! This super traditional motif is one of the first stitch patterns many crocheters learn, but that doesn't mean it's old and tired. It comes back again and again, from high fashion to household goods. And I've found over 150 free granny stitch crochet patterns on Yarnspirations for you to explore - plus a couple items here on Moogly!
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Ficstitches Yarns Kit Club is my favorite crochet subscription - a new adventure 4 times a year! Take a peek inside the last kit, get a preview of the next kit, and enter to win your own in the Ficstitches Yarns Summer 2020 Kit Giveaway on Moogly!
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Hookin On Hump Day returns with a gorgeous collection of free knit and crochet patterns for you to explore! Get all the links, and check out the new entries below - there's so much yarny goodness out there!
Ready to de-stress and binge watch that new series? You want a project that's easy and mindless and relaxing - the answer is one stitch blankets! Yarnspirations has collected 40+ of these free binge-ready crochet and knit afghan patterns... And I've added a few more too!
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The Handkerchief Cocoon is a super easy summer weight free crochet topper pattern on Moogly, in sizes XS to 6X! Graphic, and modern but made with the most traditional of stitches, you'll love throwing this on for that little extra layer!
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I'm excited to share my pattern for the Mother's Day Designer Blog Hop, hosted by Marly Bird! There have been 15 days of fantastic free patterns - check them all out here!
The majority of the Handkerchief Cocoon is made with a granny square - one I've "improved" with lots of special touches that keep it looking it's best.
Then, a few rounds of solid stitching create a sort of "pinched box" shape with flared corners. Two short and simple seams and it's done - the border is built right in!
The Handkerchief Cocoon is made with Patons Grace, which grows several inches when you block it. However, since I know substitutions will always be made, this pattern works just as well when you use a yarn that doesn't grow at all!
The dimensions shown in the schematic below are for the unblocked size, right off the hook. These measurements create a great looking cocoon that still has several inches of positive ease but is a closer fit. If you want a very loose fit and are using a yarn that won't grow, you can go up a size.
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US-I, 5.5mm hook - Furls
550 - 1325 yds Patons Grace (3-Light/UK: 8 ply; 100% mercerized cotton; 50 g/1.75 oz, 125 m/136 yds)
Color A: Citadel - 3 (4, 5, 6, 7) balls
Color B: Snow - 2 (2, 2, 3, 3) balls
Gauge: 8 rows = 4" in granny st
Sizes: XS/S (M/L, XL/2X, 34X/4X, 5X/6X)
Sizes are based on the Craft Yarn Council Women's Sizing Standards, with positive ease
CSDC - Chainless Starting Double Crochet
Dimensions shown are BEFORE blocking. If you use the suggested yarn, the finished item will be several inches larger after blocking. If you use a yarn that does not grow with blocking it will still fit, but be a slimmer/closer fit.
There are several "tricks" used here to make the traditional granny square the best it can be.
Instead of a ch 3 for the first dc, the CSDC is used. If you prefer another dc substitute, use that one.
Instead of joining the end of each granny st rnd with a sl st, a hdc stitch is worked into the first st of the rnd. This puts the hook in the middle of that corner "ch sp" to create a more balanced look.
Though this pattern is worked in the round, DO turn at the end of each rnd to work in the opposite direction. Instructions for this are included. This prevents the "swirl" you can get with granny squares.
The Right Side of the project is the same side that the very last rnd of the project is worked on - whether this is odd or even depends on size. It would be reversible, but looks a bit better to have that final rnd facing out.
The interior granny stitch section is square, but the solid border rnds do flair out and increase at the corners. This is intentional and part of the fit of the piece.
Rnd 1: With Color A, make a magic circle, CSDC, 2 dc, (ch 2, 3 dc) 3 times, ch 1, hdc in the CSDC; turn. (12 dc)
Rnd 2: (CSDC, 2dc) in the same ch sp, ch 1, skip the next 3 sts, [(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the ch-2 sp, ch 1, skip the next 3 sts] 3 times, 3 dc in first ch sp, ch 1, hdc in the CSDC; turn. (24 dc)
Rnd 3: (CSDC, 2dc) in the same ch sp, ch 1, skip the next 3 sts, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp, ch 1, skip the next 3 sts, *(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the ch-2 sp, ch 1, skip the next 3 sts, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp, ch 1, skip the next 3 sts; rep from * to first ch sp, 3 dc in first ch sp, ch 1, hdc in the CSDC; turn. (36 dc)
Rnd 4 - 15 (17, 19, 21, 23) : (CSDC, 2dc) in the same ch sp, [ch 1, skip the next 3 sts, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp] to next ch-2 sp, *(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the ch-2 sp, [ch 1, skip the next 3 sts, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp] to next ch-2 sp; rep from * to first ch sp, 3 dc in first ch sp, ch 1, hdc in the CSDC; turn.
Rnd 1: (CSDC, 2 dc) in the same ch sp, *dc in each st and ch-1 sp to next ch-2 sp,** (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, 3 dc in first ch sp, ch 1, hdc in the CSDC finishing st with Color A; turn.
Rnd 2: (CSDC, 2 dc) in same ch sp, *dc in each st to next ch-2 sp,** (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc ) in ch-2 sp; rep from * finishing last rep at **, 3 dc in first ch sp, ch 1, hdc in the CSDC finishing last st with Color B; turn.
Rnd 3 - 8 (10, 11, 12, 13): Rep Rnd 2, switching color ever rnd. After last rnd, break both colors leaving a 24" tail of the final color used.
If blocking, block before seaming. Do not overstretch fabric.
Fold piece in half, matching up the corners. Direction doesn't matter as the sides are all the same length, but do have the last rnd facing out.
Using the Mattress Stitch, seam from each corner toward the fold for 4 (5, 5.5, 6, 6.5)". Use the long tail for the one side, and then cut a piece of the same color yarn to sew the other side. See the squiggly lines on the schematic for seaming guidance.
And that's how to crochet the Handkerchief Cocoon! The colors and striping remind me a bit of a traditional blue bandana handkerchief so I took the name inspiration from there. But of course, you can use any color or colors you like!
Looking for more free crochet sweater and top patterns? Check out the Cuff to Cuff Colorblock Cardigan, Cupcake Tee, Paloma Cardigan, Cosmos Cardigan, Hygge Cocoon Cardigan, Easy Cold Shoulder V-Neck Top, Seaglass Summer Cardi, and Saturday Sweater!
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!
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. Please do link to this page to share this pattern with others.
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The Octopus Squish has a new friend - the Narwhal Squish! Just like it's pal, it's cute, cuddly, squishy, and a free crochet pattern on Moogly! Crochet the unicorn of the sea with Bernat Blanket!
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The Narwhal Squish is filled with the same microbead pillow ball as the Octopus Squish. It's just the perfect size, and so huggable! And once again I've used Bernat Blanket, so it's a speedy project to make, taking just an evening or two. Of course, if you prefer, you can fill it with Fiberfill.
Narhwals are so fun, and this Narwhal Squish is no different! I used safety eyes and a bit of black yarn for the face, but you can create your own look with how you sew on the smile and the buttons or eyes you choose!
The Narwhal Squish itself is far too big for babies to choke on, but if you use buttons for the eyes, 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 hook - Furls
280 yds Bernat Blanket (6 - Super Bulky/UK: 14-16 ply; 100% polyester; 300g/10.5 oz; 201 m/220 yds)
Color A: Dusk Blue (200 yds, 1 ball)
Color B: White (80 yds, 1 ball)
12" (30 cm) worsted or bulky weight black yarn
22mm Safety Eyes
10" Round Microbead Pillow (blue) - Amazon
Gauge: 4"/10cm across after Rnd 3.
Size: 10" around excluding horn, fins and tail.
Rnds 1 - 18 (and the horn) 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 1: With Color A, make a magic circle, ch 1, sc in the ring, 9 hdc in the ring. (10 sts)
Rnd 2: 2 hdc in each st around. (20 hdc)
Rnd 3: *Hdc in the next st, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * around. (30 hdc)
Rnd 4: *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 2 sts; rep from * around. (40 hdc)
Rnd 5: *Hdc in the next 3 sts, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * around. (50 hdc)
Rnd 6: *Hdc in the next st, 2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 3 sts; rep from * around. (60 hdc)
Rnd 7: Hdc in the next 5 sts, 2 hdc in the next st, *hdc in the next 9 sts, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * until 4 sts rem, hdc in last 4 sts. (66 hdc)
Rnd 8: *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 10 sts; rep from * around. (72 hdc)
Rnd 9: Hdc in the next 8 sts, 2 hdc in the next st, *hdc in the next 17 sts, 2 hdc in the next st; rep from * until 9 sts rem, hdc in last 9 sts. (76 hdc)
Rnd 10 - 15: Hdc in each st around.
Rnd 16: *Hdc in next 17 sts, hdc2tog; rep from * around. (72 hdc)
Rnd 17: Hdc in next 4 sts, hdc2tog, *hdc in next 7 sts, hdc2tog; rep from * around until 3 sts rem, hdc in last 3 sts. (64 sts)
Rnd 18: *Hdc2tog, hdc in next 6 sts; rep from * around. (56 sts)
Rnd 19: Hdc in next 10 sts, 2 dc in next st, 3 tr in next st, 2 dc in next st, hdc in next 25 sts, 2 dc in next st, 3 tr in next st, 2 dc in next st, hdc in next 10 sts, sc in next 5 sts; turn. (64 sts)
Row 20: Ch 1, sc in first 5 sts (rem sts left unworked); turn. (5 sts)
Row 21: Ch 5, skip the ch closest to the hook, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, 2 tr in next ch, dc in next st of Row 20, hdc in next st, sc in next st, hdc in next st, dc in next st, ch 6, skip the ch closest to the hook, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, tr2tog in next 2 chs; break yarn and sew to side of tail (bottom of Row 20).
Rnd 1 - 5: With Color B, rep Rnd 1 - 5 of Body. (50 hdc)
Rnd 6: 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 8 sts, 2 dc in next st, 3 tr in next st, 2 dc in next st, hdc in next 4 sts, 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 8 sts, 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 7 sts, 2 hdc in next st, 2 dc in next st, 3 tr in next st, 2 dc in next st, hdc in next 4 sts, 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st, sc in next 5 sts; turn. (64 sts)
Row 7 and 8: Repeat Row 20 and 21 of Body.
Rnd 1: With Color B, make a magic circle, work 3 sc in the ring. (3 sc)
Rnd 2: Working all sts in BLO, 2 sc in next st, sc in next st, 2 sc in next st. (5 sc)
Rnd 3: Working all sts in BLO, [sc in next st, 2 sc in next st] twice, sc in next st. (7 sc)
Rnd 4: Working all sts in BLO, [2 sc in next st, sc in next st] 3 times, sc in next st. (10 sc)
Finishing: BLO sl st in next st, break yarn leaving a 12" tail, seamless join to next st. Stuff horn with first end.
Add the Horn: Using the long tail, sew horn to Rnd 9 of Body, between the fins and opposite the tail.
Create the Face: Add the Safety Eyes or buttons to the Body and sew on a smile using the short length of black yarn.
Prep for Finishing: Insert the Pillow into the Body, then match up the Body and Belly. Making sure the fins and tail are matched up, use stitch markers to secure the pieces together.
Final Seam: Using Color A, whip stitch through Body and Belly working evenly around the entire body, including the fins and tail. 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 and Benevolent Bumble Bee!
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!
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and YouTube! 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.
If you wish to make items for sale from this pattern or translate it to another language, please visit the About page for details.
My friend Marly Bird has some of the best knit alongs! She makes things that are beautiful, but easy enough for beginners - though you're sure to learn some new tricks too. And she's launching the news about her new My First Summer Vest knit along this week!
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MooglyCAL2020 Block #8 is a fun and unique square by Mary Beth Temple of Hooked for Life! This square features both rows and rounds, for a great look. Read on for all the details, and for the link to Block #8 in this free year-long crochet along!
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It's a new Lives Day! On today's Facebook Live, see the latest projects, a couple sneak peeks, and get the latest Moogly news. Then, we'll hop on over to YouTube where I'll be sharing how to make a Quick Crochet Ear Saver!
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It's an unusual time - with new opportunities to help others! One of the things I have done is make Quick Crochet Ear Savers for friends who have to wear masks all day, to make it as comfortable as possible. There are lots of patterns for these out there - they are quite simple! - but I thought I'd share how I did it, to help as many as possible.
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Though spring has sprung, we're all spending a lot of time indoors. So let's make our personal space feel new and cheery - with free spring refresh crochet and knit patterns! Yarnspirations has put together over 50 of them for you to browse through, and I've added a few more too!
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Babé Crochet Hat Templates are one of my favorite not-so-secret crochet tools. They make crocheting top-down hats easier than ever, with a guaranteed fit! And you can enter to win your own full set of Hat Templates on Moogly!
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Easter is coming fast fast fast - so here are some free last-minute Easter crochet patterns you can whip up to get in the holiday spirit!
The Sleepy Bunny, Simple Flower, and Octopus Egg Cozies all share the same base - and now they share the same video tutorial! Learn how to dress up your Easter eggs in these right and left-handed video tutorials on Moogly!
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The Octopus Egg Cozy brings the Kraken to your holiday this spring! Why an octopus egg cozy? Why not!? Get the silly and free crochet pattern here on Moogly!
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Okay, so octopi don't have anything to do with Easter (though they do lay eggs!). But making crochet curlicues is so much fun, and these little creatures make me smile!
Each Octopus Egg Cozy uses 2 buttons (or a bit of yarn if preferred). So while you can do some yarn stashbusting with these, you can also go through all your buttons and have fun matching them up for each cozy!
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US - G, 4.00mm hook - Furls
25 yds Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie (100% cotton; 4/Medium/UK 10-12 ply)
Colorways shown: Coral, Caribbean, Lime, Lavender, and Sunshine (25 yds per cozy)
This yarn is discontinued. Recommended substitution: Lily Sugar'n Cream
Stitch Markers - Clover
Small Buttons (2 per cozy)
Sewing Thread and Sewing Needle
Gauge: 1.5" across after Rnd 4
Size: Fits one large egg; approximately 3.5" across at widest point x 1.5" tall when standing
This pattern is worked in a spiral, do not join with a slip stitch at the end of each round unless indicated, and only ch when indicated. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each rnd to help keep track.
If you would prefer to avoid buttons, embroider the eyes on the cozy using scrap yarn.
Rnd 1: Make a magic circle, ch 1, sc 6 in the ring. (6 sc)
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3: *Sc in the next st, 2 sc in the next st; rep from * around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4: *2 sc in the next st, sc in the next 2 sts; rep from * around. (24 sc)
Rnd 5: Blo sc in each st around.
Row 6 - 11: Sc in each st around. At end of Rnd 11, sl st in next st, break yarn, seamless join to next st.
Tentacles: Turn to work from the top of the cup facing down. Join to any unused loop of Rnd 4 with sl st, ch 10, skip the ch closest to the hook, 3 sc in each rem ch, sl st in next 2 Rnd 4 loops, *ch 10, skip the ch closest to the hook, 3 sc in each rem ch, sl st in next 3 Rnd 4 loops; rep from * around finishing last rep with sl st in last 2 loops, break yarn and weave in ends.
Eyes: Add button eyes as shown with sewing thread and needle.
And that's how to make your own Octopus Egg Cozy!
I hope you've enjoyed this free Easter crochet pattern - now there are three on Moogly to choose from! Be sure to also check out the Sleepy Bunny Egg Cozy and Simple Flower Egg Cozy too!
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!
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and Tumblr! Thank you to Yarnspirations and Furls 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 Simple Flower Egg Cozy is pretty, quick, and festive! With just a few yards of yarn, you can create this fun crochet pattern on Moogly - in a garden of colors!
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The Simple Flower Egg Cozy is sized to fit standard large eggs - or you can fill them with candy! They're very easy to make, and are just as springy as it gets!
I used odds and ends of Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie to make these egg cozies, but Lily Sugar'n Cream or Red Heart Super Saver works too - any worsted yarn you have on hand!
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US - G, 4.00mm hook - Furls
20 yds Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie (100% cotton; 4/Medium/UK 10-12 ply)
Colorways shown: Lime (A), Coral, Caribbean, Lemony(B)
This yarn has been discontinued. Recommended substitutions: Lily Sugar'n Cream, Bernat Handicrafter, Premier Cotton Sprout Worsted, WeCrochet Dishie
Stitch Markers - Clover
Gauge: 1.5" across after Rnd 4
Size: Fits one large egg; approximately 3" across at widest point x 1.5" tall when standing
Simple Flower Egg Cozy Tutorial
This pattern is worked in a spiral, do not join with a slip stitch at the end of each round unless indicated, and only ch when indicated. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each rnd to help keep track.
Pm - place marker
Leaves Rnd 1: With Color A, make a magic circle, ch 1, sc 6 in the ring. (6 sc)
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3: *Sc in the next st, 2 sc in the next st; rep from * around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4: *2 sc in the next st, sc in the next 2 sts; rep from * around; turn. Remove hook from active loop, pm to secure. (24 sc)
Flower Rnd 1: With Color B, working entire round in blo, join to last st of Rnd 4 with sc, sc in each rem st around. (24 sc)
Rnd 2 - 7: Sc in each st around. At end of Rnd 7, sl st in next st, break yarn, seamless join to next st.
Leaves Rnd 5: Turn, to work from the top of the flower, and insert hook in active loop of Color A. Working entire round in unused loops of Rnd 4, *skip next st, 6 dc in next st,** skip next st, sc in next st; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, break yarn and seamless join to st after next st.
And that's how to make your own Simple Flower Egg Cozy!
I hope you've enjoyed this free Easter crochet pattern - I've got one more egg cozy pattern in store for you over the next week, and then there will be a video tutorial for all three - including the Sleepy Bunny Egg Cozy!
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!
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and Tumblr! Thank you to Yarnspirations and Furls 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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Hookin On Hump Day is back with some fun and colorful and fashionable freebies for you! Collect them all - as well as the new entries below - and you'll be one happy crocheter this week!
Cactus patterns and prints are sticking around! And there are some super fun cactus crochet patterns and crafts that are perfect even for those with black thumbs! Celebrate succulents with all these great projects!
Gosh! Llamas are just so cute and fun - and trendy! So I've put together a cute and cuddly collection of free crochet llama patterns for you to enjoy. And I've added a couple free llama yarn craft tutorials! Which one is your favorite?
April showers bring May flowers - and this month I'm giving away a Wildflowers Embroidery Stitch Kit to one lucky winner! And I've got a very special review too - read on to see more and enter to win on Moogly!
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Bobbles are back in a big way - so here's a big bobble roundup for you! Read on for links to over 50 free crochet and knit bobble patterns!
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The Sleepy Bunny Egg Cozy combines two of my favorite crafts - crochet and Cricut! Make these adorable mini egg baskets as re-useable green Easter decor with the free pattern below!
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The Sleepy Bunny Egg Cozies are a great way to "decorate" your eggs without making a mess! You can do all sorts of color themes by child for egg hunts, or just pick your favorite colors!
Egg cozies use less than 20 yards of yarn each! So I grabbed a bunch of my Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie stash and whipped these up - so cute and fun! Lily Sugar'n Cream is a great substitute too. I do recommend sticking with 100% cotton if you're doing the iron-on eye and nose though. If you use buttons or embroidery instead, you can use any fiber!
I really enjoyed making these Sleepy Bunny Egg Cozies - and I hope you will too! They are just so cute and happy and bright, and will be a part of our Easter celebrations for years to come.
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US - G, 4.00mm hook - Furls
20 yds Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie (100% cotton; 4/Medium/UK 10-12 ply)
Colorways shown: Coral, Caribbean, Lime, Lavender, White, and Sunshine (20 yds per cozy)
This yarn has been discontinued. Recommended substitutions: Lily Sugar'n Cream, Bernat Handicrafter, Premier Cotton Sprout Worsted, WeCrochet Dishie
Stitch Markers - Clover
Cricut Maker - optional
Cricut Everyday Iron-on Vinyl - optional
Cricut BrightPad - optional
Cricut EasyPress Mini - optional
Gauge: 1.5" across after Rnd 4
Size: Fits one large egg; 2.5" tall x 3" wide laid flat
Sleepy Bunny Egg Cozy Tutorial
This pattern is worked in a spiral, do not join with a slip stitch at the end of each round, and only ch when indicated. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each rnd to help keep track.
If preferred, use small buttons or a bit of black yarn to create the face of the bunny.
Rnd 1: Make a magic circle, ch 1, sc 6 in the ring. (6 sc)
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3: *Sc in the next st, 2 sc in the next st; rep from * around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4: *2 sc in the next st, sc in the next 2 sts; rep from * around. (24 sc)
Rnd 5 - 14: Sc in each st around. (24 sc)
Ears: *Ch 7, skip ch closest to the hook, hdc in next 6 chs,** sl st in next 5 sts of Rnd 14; rep from * to **, break yarn, seamless join to next st of Rnd 14.
1. Find the File: In Cricut Design Space, open up a New Project, and search the Images for the Cricut Access file "Bunny Doll Face #M3AAF089" and open it up into your project. I tried to make a clickable project - this link may or may not work, but if we're lucky... click here. (If this link does work for you, skip to Step 3!)
2. Prep the Image: I wanted to move the nose up closer to the eyes, rather than how it is shown. To do this, you can use a simple shape (I just used the square) and the Slice tool!
Put the square over the nose, and select both the square and the face files on the right.
Click on Slice at the bottom right, and suddenly you should have a bunch more files!
Go ahead and turn off the other layers, until all that's left are the eyes and the nose.
Now you can move the nose closer to the eyes, change the size of the nose if desired (I made it smaller), and attach them so that they stay put.
Finally, duplicate the face as needed to make however many cozies as desired!
Be sure to highlight and attach them all so they don't move around when it's time to cut!
3. Cut, Weed, and Cut Again: Using your Cricut Maker or Explore Air 2, cut the vinyl - no need to mirror this cut!
Using the BrightPad, weed the vinyl so only the faces remain. Use scissors to cut each face into it's own square.
4. Iron-On the Faces: Using the EasyPress Mini, add a face beneath each pair of ears!
And that's how to make your own Sleepy Bunny Egg Cozy! I hope you've enjoyed this free Easter crochet pattern - I've got two more egg cozy patterns in store for you over the next week, and then there will be a video tutorial for all three!
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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