Jennifer Dougherty has written another fantastic pattern book - Baby & Kids Crochet Style: 30 Patterns for Stunning Heirloom Keepsakes, Adorable Nursery Decor, and Boutique-Quality Accessories! It's absolutely gorgeous, and I'm giving away TWO copies on Moogly!
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The Hygge Cocoon Cardigan is a super simple sweater featuring an easy, over-size fit, and cozy ribbed sleeves. It's made with Red Heart Hygge yarn, and it's a free crochet pattern here on Moogly!
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The stitch pattern used in the Hygge Cocoon Cardigan creates fantastic drape in this sweater, and its simplicity is perfect for this highly textured yarn. Red Heart Hygge is so fuzzy, so soft, and so cozy in this pattern!
You can take a closer look at Red Heart Hygge in my latest Yarn Love yarn review. I'm really pleased with it, and already planning new projects!
Because of the oversize fit of the Hygge Cocoon Cardigan, only 2 sizes are needed to fit most adults: Misses and Plus. And the simple construction makes it perfect for beginner garment crocheters!
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US - N, 9.0mm - Furls Crochet Hook
790-1050 yds Red Heart Hygge (70% Acrylic/30% Nylon; 5 - Bulky/UK: 12-14ply; 132yds (121m); 5 oz (141 g))
Colorway shown: Cloud (Misses: 6 balls; Plus: 8 balls)
Gauge (laid flat): 13 sts x 6 rows = 5.5" in flo dc
Sizes: Misses (Plus)
Hygge Cocoon Cardigan Tutorial
EXDC - Extended Double Crochet
FPDC - Front Post Double Crochet
When instructions differ due to sizes, read the numbers as Misses(Plus).
If preferred, FDC 95(104) for Row 1 (not shown).
If preferred, substitute a CSDC for the ch 3 at the beginning of Rows 2 - 40(44) (shown).
Try on the sleeves after Rnd 2. If a larger or looser sleeve is desired, omit an even number of decreases and work the remainder as written.
Row 1 (WS): Ch 97(106), skip the 3 chs closest to the hook (counts as first dc), dc in each rem ch across; turn. (95(104) dc)
Row 2 - 40(44): Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in the flo of each st across until 1 st rem, exdc in last st; turn. (95(104) dc) After last row, break yarn.
Fold the piece made lengthwise, along Row 20(22), or as shown by the dotted line in the Schematic above.
Using the mattress stitch, seam 10" along each side of the folded rectangle, starting at the corners and working toward the fold. In the Schematic above, the green dots are sewn to the green dots, and the red dots to the red dots. There will be 8.5(10)" left open for armholes/sleeves at the fold.
Rnd 1: Join to center st of foundation ch, ch 1, hdc in each st around body opening (Rows 1 and 40(44)); join. (190(208) hdc)
Rnd 2 - 4: Ch 1, hdc in third loop of each st around; join.
Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in third loop of each st around; join and break yarn.
Rnd 1: Join to any st in the arm opening, ch 1, 2 sc in the side of each row around; join. (36(44) sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, dc2tog around; join. (18(22) dc2tog)
Rnd 3 - 14: Ch 1, fpdc around the first st, hdc in the next st, *fpdc around the next st, hdc in the next st; rep from * around; join. (18(22) sts) After last round, break yarn.
The Hygge Cocoon Cardigan pattern was inspired by my friend Katy Temple! She insisted I needed to add a "Millenial Sweater" to my designs. I hope I've done her proud - and that you like making and wearing this sweater no matter which generation you're from!
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 onYouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and TikTok! Thank you to Red Heart Yarns and Furls Crochet for providing the materials shown in this post. Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2018, all rights reserved. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern. 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.
Moogly CAL 2018 Block 18 is another "corner" square! This square is a fast and relaxing make, and it's free courtesy of ACCROchet!
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Red Heart Hygge is a brand new yarn with the look of luxurious mohair or angora... but even softer and so much easier to care for! This month I'm taking a closer look at Red Heart Hygge in the Yarn Love yarn review (and more) on Moogly!
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Red Heart is always debuting beautiful new yarns, and one of the latest is Red Heart Hygge! This extremely cozy, furry textured yarn is super soft - and I'm giving 8 balls of it away on Moogly!
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The Crossed Loops Cowl is a very special pattern - you make it with your fingers! So you don't have to know how to crochet or knit to make this quick and cozy free neckwarmer pattern!
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Every year the Craft Yarn Council has a new focus - and this year is all about you - the yarnist! A yarnist is any human who creates with yarn, whether they craft, knit, or crochet. So I've created a fun craft for the Humans That Yarn campaign, in partnership with FaveCrafts - DIY Yarn Lanterns!
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The Chic Moves Poncho Walkthrough will take you through the secret to this easy stitch pattern, and walk you through the construction of this one-size-fits-all poncho! Grab your Chic Sheep yarn, and let's get started!
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It's heading towards autumn, and the hooks and needles are coming out again for Hookin On Hump Day! You can feel the chill in the air, and these projects have that fall feel for sure! Check them all out below - and enter your own projects as well!
Custom hat labels are super popular right now, but ordering a bunch is a big commitment! On the other hand, making custom faux suede labels to add to your latest crochet or knit hat is super easy, and you can make only as many as you need - I'll show you how in this Quick Cricut Craft!
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Moogly CAL 2018 Block 17 is so unique - and fun! This square is easier than it looks, and it's free courtesy of Marly Bird!
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And we've made it to the end of another month! This morning on Facebook Live I am showing off some finished projects from the past month, and giving you a sneak peek of what's to come! And on YouTube this afternoon, I'm talking about stitch markers - and the amazing and often unexpected ways they can make crocheting easier!
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Chetnanigans has invented yet another amazing product for crocheters and knitters - the Chetnanigans Mag-Snap Swift! I'll show you how nifty it is - and you can enter to win your own right here on Moogly!
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The Chic Moves Poncho features bold stripes, an easy diagonal stitch pattern, pockets and a hood - what more could you want? How about this - it's a free crochet pattern here on Moogly!
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The Chic Moves Poncho is part of the Red Heart Chic Sheep by Marly Bird Designer Blog Tour - featuring lots of new free crochet patterns made with this gorgeous merino yarn! Here are some of the ones out so far:
When I was faced with the challenge of creating my own Chic Sheep by Marly Bird pattern, the hardest part was narrowing down all my ideas! But I soon settled on a "one size fits all" poncho. And I had fun combining the horizontal stripes with a diagonal mesh pattern - creating lots of movement in the fabric!
The pocket and hood are both optional - but personally, I love them both! All together they create a cozy warm crochet poncho that's just fun to wear!
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US - K, 6.5mm hook - Furls Crochet
1377 yds Red Heart Chic Sheep by Marly Bird (100% Mercerized Merino Wool; 4-Medium/UK: 10-12 ply; 186 yds/170m; 3.5oz./100g)
Color A: Linen (4 balls - 633 yds)
Color B: VIP (4 balls - 744 yds)
This yarn has been discontinued. Most worsted-weight yarns should be a good substitute.
Gauge: 22 sts x 13 rows = 7" in dc (unblocked)
Size: One size fits all, model is a size L (dimensions shown in schematic below)
Stitch Multiple: mult of 9, +3
If you prefer a stretchier neckline, work a row of 109 foundation single crochets to replace the chain that begins the Back Piece.
For the purposes of this pattern, chains are counted as stitches. When there is a ch-2 sp, dc into it twice, working into the ch sp and not the individual chains.
If desired, substitute a Chainless Starting Double Crochet for the "Ch 3 (counts as dc)" at the beginning of most rows.
Carry the yarn along the side to avoid having to cut after every stripe and weave in ends - see this tutorial for more on how to carry yarn along the side.
The Front is worked into the unused loops of the foundation chain that begins Row 1 of the Back Piece.
Extra rows can be added in pattern to make it larger.
Row 1 (WS): With Color A, ch 111, dc in the 4th ch from the hook (skipped 3 chs count as first st), dc in the next ch, *ch 2, skip 2 ch, dc in the next 7 ch; rep from * until 7 chs rem, ch 2, skip 2 ch, dc in the last 5 chs, turn. (109 sts including chs)
Row 2 (RS): Ch 3 (counts as first dc here and throughout), dc in the next 6 sts, *ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the next 7 sts; rep from * until 3 sts rem, ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the last st finishing stitch with Color B, turn.
Row 3: Ch 3, dc in the next 7 sts, *ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the next 7 sts; rep from * until 2 sts rem, ch 1, skip 1 st, dc in the last st, turn.
Row 4: Ch 3, dc in the next st, *ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the next 7 sts; rep from * until 8 sts rem, ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the last 6 sts finishing last st with Color A, turn.
Row 5: Ch 3, dc in the next 3 sts, *ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the next 7 sts; rep from * until 6 sts rem, ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the last 4 sts, turn.
Row 6: Ch 3, dc in the next 5 sts, *ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the next 7 sts; rep from * until 4 sts rem, ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the last 2 sts, finishing last st with Color B, turn.
Row 7: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1), skip the next st, dc in the next 7 sts, *ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the next 7 sts; rep from * until 1 st rem, dc in the last st, turn.
Row 8: Ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2), skip the next 2 sts, dc in the next 7 sts, *ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the next 7 sts; rep from * to end finishing last st with Color A, turn.
Row 9: Ch 3, dc in the next 4 sts, *ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the next 7 sts; rep from * until 5 sts rem, ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the last 3 sts, turn.
Row 10: Repeat Row 9, finishing last st with Color B.
Row 11: Repeat Row 8, but do not change colors.
Row 12: Repeat Row 7, finishing last st with Color A.
Row 13: Repeat Row 6, but do not change colors.
Row 14: Repeat Row 5, finishing last st with Color B.
Row 15: Repeat Row 4, but do not change colors.
Row 16: Repeat Row 3, finishing last st with Color A.
Row 17: Repeat Row 2, but do not change colors.
Row 18: Ch 3, dc in the next 2 sts, *ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the next 7 sts; rep from * until 7 sts rem, ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the last 5 sts finishing last st with Color B, turn.
Row 19: Repeat Row 18, but do not change colors.
Rows 20 - 44: Repeat Rows 2 - 19, ending on a Row 8 repeat, and changing colors every 2 rows to maintain the stripe pattern; break both Color A and Color B.
Row 1: From WS of fabric, with Color A, join to first foundation ch, ch 3, dc in the next 2 chs, *ch 2, skip 2 chs, dc in the next 7 chs; rep from * 3 more times, ch 2, skip 2, dc in the next st, break yarn, do not turn. (42 sts including chs)
Row 1: Skip 25 foundation chains after the last stitch of the Front Piece - First Shoulder, with Color A, join to the next ch, ch 3, dc in the next 7 chs, *ch 2, skip 2 chs, dc in the next 7 chs; rep from * until 7 chs rem, ch 2, skip 2 chs, dc in the last 5 chs, turn. (42 sts including chs)
Row 2: Ch 3, dc in the next 6 sts, *ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the next 7 sts; rep from * until 8 sts rem on Second Shoulder, ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the last 6 sts, ch 25, pm in 13th ch, dc in first 3 sts of First Shoulder, ^ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the next 7 sts; rep from ^ until 3 sts rem, ch 2, skip 2 sts, dc in the last st finishing stitch with Color B, turn. (109 sts including chs)
Rows 3 - 44: Repeat Rows 3 - 44 of Back Piece, break Color A but do not break Color B.
Continuing with Color B, turn to work along the side of the poncho, sc evenly around entire piece working a ch-2 at each corner; join and break yarn.
If no hood is desired, repeat sc border around the neck opening. Otherwise, continue to hood instructions below.
Row 1: From WS of poncho, with Color A, join to marked st in the center of the front neck opening, ch 2 and dc in the next st (counts as dc2tog), dc evenly around neck opening until 1 st rem, dc2tog in last st and marked st; turn. (60 sts)
Row 2: Ch 2 and dc in the next st, dc in each st until 2 sts rem, dc2tog finishing with Color B; turn. (58 sts)
Row 3: Repeat Row 2, but do not change colors. (56 sts)
Row 4: Repeat Row 2, finishing last st with Color A. (54 sts)
Row 5 - 28: Ch 3, dc in each st across and turn, changing colors every 2 rows to maintain the stripe pattern; after Row 28, break both Colors leaving an 18" on Color B.
Hood Assembly: Fold hood in half so that the first and last stitch meet at the front of the poncho. Use the long tail of Color B and the mattress stitch to sew the two halves of this row together and create the top of the hood.
Hood Edging: With Color B, join to any st of hood opening and sc evenly around; join and break yarn.
Row 1: With Color B, ch 46, dc in the 4th ch from the hook (skipped 3 chs count as first st), dc in each rem ch across; turn. (44 dc)
Rows 2 and 3: Ch 3, dc in each st across; turn.
Row 4: Ch 2 and dc in the next st (counts as dc2tog), dc in each st until 2 sts rem, dc2tog; turn. (42 sts)
Rows 5 - 12: Repeat Row 4. (26 dc in Row 12)
Pocket Edging: Ch 1, sc evenly around entire pocket working an extra sc where Row 3 and 4 join (both sides) and a ch 2 at each corner; join and break yarn.
Pocket Assembly: Sew pocket to front RS of poncho at desired height using the backstitch - shown as sewn to Row 26 at the top and Row 38 at the bottom - centered under the neck opening. Be sure not to sew the angled hand openings closed (unsewn portions shown in red on the Schematic above).
That's how to make the Chic Moves Poncho! The color and stitch pattern combine to give it a sense of movement, and the hood an pocket add extra coziness. I hope you'll give this pretty pattern a try!
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! I love seeing what you make!
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and @mooglyblog on TikTok! Thank you to Red Heart Yarns and Furls Crochet for providing the materials shown in this post. Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2018, 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.
The Care Package Throw Tutorial makes this simple and speedy crochet pattern easier than ever! Grab a couple skeins of Red Heart With Love and we'll go over this stitch together - and you'll have a finished crochet blanket in no time!
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Your clicks picked such a great variety of projects for this round of Hookin On Hump Day! We've got a mix of free and paid, garments and accessories, and even a touch of home decor! Check them all out below - and enter your own projects as well!
LickinFlames Shawl Buttons, Bobbies, and Pins are my absolute favorites - gorgeous handmade ceramic pieces that compliment any handmade shawl, wrap, or scarf. So every chance I get, I share them with you - and today is our lucky day, as I'm giving away one LickinFlames Shawl Button to one happy winner!
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The Care Package Throw is colorful, fun, and very fast to crochet - which makes it perfect for care packages! Whether it's a homesick kid off at college, or a friend going through a hard time, sending love you can literally wrap yourself up in is always a very good thing.
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The Care Package Throw is made with Red Heart With Love - a very deliberate choice! This yarn is soft but strong - ready for washing machines, kids, and pets. And it comes in 56 colors - so you can tailor it to the recipient, or your own decor.
There are several tricks that make the Care Package Throw so fast to crochet! First and foremost, it's made with 3 strands of yarn all held together. Use all the same color, mix and match, this is another way to customize this throw!
Secondly, the fringe is built right in! So no border or edging to make, and no ends to weave in. Let's say that again: No. Ends. At. All. Love that! All you do is crochet, cut, and turn - and before you know it, you'll have a Care Package Throw to send to someone special!
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US - P/Q, 15.0mm - Clover USA
3250 yds Red Heart With Love (100% Acrylic; “4”/Medium/Worsted/Aran/UK: 10-12 ply; 7oz (198 g); 370yds (338m))
Color A: White (2 skeins)
Color B: Pewter (3 skeins)
Color C: True Blue (1 skein)
Color D: Jadeite (1 skein)
Color E: Daffodil (1 skein)
Color F: Holly Berry (1 skein)
Gauge: 5 sts x 3 rows = 4" in main stitch pattern
Finished Size: 48" wide x 58" long
Dc2tog (double crochet two together decrease)
STHDC (Standing Half Double Crochet)
Hold 3 strands of yarn together as one to crochet this pattern. For instance, when the instructions state "With Color A, A, B" this means to hold two strands of Color A and one strand of Color B together. When two strands of the same color are used, you can pull the yarn from both ends of the skein.
Be sure to leave at least 6" at the beginning and end of each row - this is the fringe and can be trimmed to the desired length when you are done crocheting if needed.
The STHDC (tutorial linked above) and hdc sts are never crocheted into.
Set Up Row: With Color A, A, B, ch 71; break yarn and turn. (71 ch)
Row 1: STHDC in the first ch, dc in the next ch, *ch 1, dc2tog working into the previous ch and the ch after the next ch (skip the ch in between); rep from * until 1 ch remains, ch 1, dc in the previous ch, hdc in the last ch; break yarn and turn. (2 hdc, 2 dc, 34 dc2tog)
Row 2 - 8: STHDC in the first dc, dc in the next ch sp, *ch 1, dc2tog working in previous ch sp and next ch sp; rep from * until 2 sts remain, ch 1, dc in previous ch sp, hdc in the last dc; break yarn and turn. (2 hdc, 2 dc, 34 dc2tog)
Row 9 - 16: With Color B, C, C, rep Row 2.
Row 17 - 24: With Color B, D, D, rep Row 2.
Row 25 - 32: With Color B, E, E, rep Row 2.
Row 33 - 40: With Color B, F, F, rep Row 2.
Row 41 - 48: With Color A, A, B, rep Row 2.
And lickety-split, you've made the Care Package Throw! I whipped this one up in just 2 evenings - it's a great Netflix pattern, easy to memorize, and there will be a video tutorial available soon too!
I chose the colors of Red Heart With Love that inspired me - and I can't wait to see which colors you choose! It's also a great stashbuster - even more so since you cut the yarn every row!
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! I love seeing what you make!
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and @mooglyblog on TikTok! Thank you to Red Heart Yarns and Clover USA for providing the materials shown in this post. Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2018, 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.
Moogly CAL 2018 Block 16 is going to be a challenge for many - and it's worth it! Get ready to stretch your skills and make a beautiful square with this free crochet afghan block pattern by Pattern Paradise!
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The Tuscan Sun Wrap Tutorial is here to help you crochet your own beautiful shawl with Red Heart Yarns An Italian Story Ombra! This simple 4-row repeat, worked center out, is demo-ed below!
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I have been admiring Ira Rott's super fun patterns for ages now, and I'm so happy to get a chance to review her new book, Crochet Animal Rugs: Over 20 Crochet Patterns for Fun Floor Mats and Matching Accessories - and give away a copy to one lucky winner here on Moogly!
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When Red Heart debuted it's An Italian Story yarn line, I couldn't wait to get started designing with it! The Ombra caught my eye right away - and when I put the pink and orange colorways together, they immediately reminded me of a beautiful sunrise - and that inspired the Tuscan Sun Wrap!
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The Tuscan Sun Wrap is a simple, center out, rectangular shawl worked in a four-row repeat. It's easy to memorize, making this the perfect pattern to crochet while traveling the Tuscan countryside - or binging travel shows from the couch!
Red Heart An Italian Story Ombra is the yarn that gives this wrap it's gorgeous color shading - while I went with the pinks and oranges, there are lots of other inspiring color combos as well! You can take a closer look at this yarn in my Yarn Love review!
The Tuscan Sun Wrap can be made wider by adding 10 (or 20, or 30...) more chains to the foundation, and you can add more rows for more length - or omit some if you prefer a shorter wrap! It's easy to customize for your perfect size.
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US - N, 9.0mm Furls Streamline
800 yds Red Heart An Italian Story Ombra (47% Acrylic/ 47% Wool/ 6% Nylon; "4"/Aran; 249 yd/228 m; 3.5 oz./100 g)
Color A - Sorbet (2 cakes)
Color B - Fiamme (2 cakes)
This yarn has been discontinued. Recommended substitutes include: Berroco Gianna, Queensland Collection Cairns, Plymouth Sea Isle Cotton, or any medium-weight yarn.
Gauge: 1 pattern rep = 3.5"; 4 rows = 3.5"
Finished Size: 17.5" wide x 83" long
Changing colors for striped patterns
Carrying yarn along the side of a project
Stitch Multiple: mult of 10 +1, plus 4 for the tch
Special Stitch: cluster - dc2tog in 1 st
This pattern is worked in two halves, using the same foundation chain. To firm up the foundation chain, sew a line of matching yarn through the foundation chain and the bases of the stitches worked into it (optional).
Do not cut the yarn between stripes (every 4 rows) - carry it along the side to minimize ends to weave in. See the tutorial linked above if needed.
Row 1: With Color A, ch 55, skip 9 chs closest to hook (skipped chs count as first dc, ch 2, sk 4), (dc, ch 4, dc) in next ch, ch 2, sk 4 ch, dc in next ch, *ch 2, sk 4 chs, (dc, ch 4, dc) in next ch, ch 2, sk 4 chs, dc in next ch: rep from * to end, turn. (16 dc)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, *2 sc in next ch-2 sp, sk next dc, 5 sc in ch-4 sp, skip next dc, 2 sc in next ch sp, sc in next dc; rep from * across, turn. (51 sc)
Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), *sk next 2 sts, cluster in next 5 sts, sk next 2 sts, dc in next st; rep from * across, turn. (25 clusters)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in first st, *sc between previous st and next st, [ch 1, sk next st, sc between previous st and next st] 5 times, sc in next st; rep from * across finishing last st with Color B, turn. (36 sc)
Row 5: Ch 5 (counts as first dc and ch 2), skip next 3 sc, (dc, ch 4, dc) in next ch-1 sp, ch 2, sk next 3 sc, dc in next sc, *ch 2, skip next 3 sc, (dc, ch 4, dc) in next ch-1 sp, ch 2, sk next 3 sc, dc in next sc; rep from * across, turn. (16 dc)
Rows 6 - 8: Rep 2 - 4, finishing last st with Color A.
Rows 9 - 68: Repeat Rows 5 - 8, switching colors every 4 rows; after Row 68, break both yarns.
Row 69: With Color A, join to last st of Row 1 in the foundation chain, ch 5 (counts as first dc and ch 2), skip 4 chs, (dc, ch 4, dc) in next ch, ch 2, sk 4 ch, dc in next ch, *sk 4 chs, (dc, ch 4, dc) in next ch, sk 4 chs, dc in next ch: rep from * to end, turn. (This row should "mirror" row 1.) (16 dc)
Rows 70 - 136: Repeat Rows 2 - 68; after Row 136, break Color B, do not turn.
Edging (continue with Color A): Ch 1, *turn 90 degrees to sc evenly along side of wrap, ch 2 (corner), ^sc in next 2 sts, [hdc in next ch sp, hdc in next st] twice, (dc, picot, dc) in next ch sp, [hdc in next st, hdc in next ch sp] twice, sc in next st; rep from ^ 4 times, sc in last st, ch 2 (corner); rep from * once, join to last st of edging, break yarn and finish off.
The Tuscan Sun Wrap is ready for you to make it your own - change the colors, adjust the sizing, and you'll have a piece you'll love to wear as you crochet off into the sunset!
If this pattern inspires you to make your own Tuscan Sun Wrap and you post a photo on social media, be sure to tag me @mooglyblog or #mooglyblog so I can check it out too! I love seeing what you make!
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and TikTok! Thank you to Red Heart Yarns and Furls Crochet for providing the materials shown in this post. Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2018, 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.
Red Heart An Italian Story Ombra is a brand new yarn - made in Italy, with Italian sensibilities and style! So this month I'm taking a closer look at Red Heart An Italian Story Ombra in the Yarn Love yarn review (and more) on Moogly!
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The Hanging Gift Card Holder and Luggage Tag is a perfect beginner pattern - great for gift giving and for craft fairs! And I'll show you every step to make your own in this Hanging Gift Card Holder and Luggage Tag Tutorial on Moogly!
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This week's collection on Hookin on Hump Day is beating the heat with cool blue tones! Are you feeling called to the beach for some late summer crochet? This round we have 5 fab new patterns - which one will be your new seaside project?
Red Heart has debuted an amazing new line of yarns - An Italian Story! These yarns are made in Italy, and they are absolutely gorgeous. The one that called to me right away was the An Italian Story Ombra, with gorgeous color-shifting and chainette construction - and I get to give away enough to make an upcoming free crochet pattern here on Moogly!
Disclaimer: This giveaway was sponsored by Red Heart Yarns. [Read more...]
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Time to wrap up July! This morning on Facebook Live I have a recap of the Crochet Guild of America Conference, and a sneak peek at August! And on YouTube this afternoon, I'm talking about all the different "shapes" yarn can come in, and my favorite tools to deal with it!
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There are dozens, if not hundreds of different kinds of crochet hooks and knitting needles out there - and finding one's own perfect tools is a journey for each maker! Personally, I love trying out new hooks and needles - the more unique the better. So I jumped at the chance to try out Kollage Square Hooks and Needles - and give away one of each here on Moogly!
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The Perfect Day Market Tote is a fun and flexible pattern - you can make it in any size you like! See how in the Perfect Day Market Tote Tutorial on Moogly!
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This September I'll be flying to New York to attend the In The Mkng Festival - and I hope to see you there! Here's what you can look forward to - and where you can learn more!
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I love collecting crochet pattern books - but my bookshelves are starting to groan a bit... So it's time to give some away! I have 3 fantastic pattern books, all published by Stackpole Books, that I'm giving away as a Crochet Book Bundle to one lucky winner!
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The Perfect Day Market Tote was inspired by all my trips to the local farmer's market this season - the start to a perfect summer day! But you don't have to take it to the market - it's handy wherever you go. And it's a free crochet pattern here on Moogly!
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This is a big, big market bag - but the clever thing about this pattern is that you can actually make it any size! Just stop increasing in circles when you've got the base size you like, and then crochet on up the sides (starting with Rnd 9).
You might want to add or subtract a few more rows, depending on the overall size you like, but that's easy enough too, with a simple two-row repeat. Then it's just a matter of figuring out your handle placement (and I have a tutorial for that linked below).
I made the Perfect Day Market Tote in three lovely neutral shades of Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie - it's the perfect yarn for this project! And it comes in tons of colors - so I can't wait to see which ones you choose for your Perfect Bag!
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US - K, 6.5mm hook - Furls Crochet
450 yds Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie (100% Cotton; “4”/Medium/Worsted/UK: 10-12 ply; 153 yd/140 m; 3.5 oz/100 g)
Color A: Grey (1 ball)
Color B: Loofa (1 ball)
Color C: White (1 ball)
This yarn is discontinued - recommended substitutes include Lily Sugar'n Cream, Bernat Handicrafter, and WeCrochet Dishie
Gauge: 11 sts x 6 rows = 4"/10cm in dc
Size (laid flat): 17.5" wide x 20 long (excluding handles)
Perfect Day Market Tote Tutorial
If preferred, substitute a Chainless Starting Double Crochet for the "Ch 3" beginning Rnds 1-30.
If preferred substitute a Standing Double Crochet for the "Join with sl st and ch 3" at the beginning of Rnds 16 and 24.
Rnd 1: With Color A, make a magic circle, ch 3 (counts as first dc, here and throughout), dc 11 in the ring; join. (12 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in the first st, 2 dc in each rem ch around; join. (24 dc)
Rnd 3: Ch 3, 2 dc in the next st, *dc in the next st, 2 dc in the next st; rep from * around, join. (36 dc)
Rnd 4: Ch 3, dc in the next st, 2 dc in the next st, *dc in the next 2 sts, 2 dc in the next st; rep from * around, join. (48 dc)
Rnd 5: Ch 3, dc in the first st, dc in the next 3 sts, *2 dc in the next st, dc in the next 3 sts; rep from * around, join. (60 dc)
Rnd 6: Ch 3, dc in the next 3 sts, 2 dc in the next st, *dc in the next 4 sts, 2 dc in the next st; rep from * around, join. (72 dc)
Rnd 7: Ch 3, dc in the first st, dc in the next 5 sts, *2 dc in the next st, dc in the next 5 sts; rep from * around, join. (84 dc)
Rnd 8: Ch 3, dc in the next 5 sts, 2 dc in the next st, *dc in the next 6 sts, 2 dc in the next st; rep from * around, join. (96 dc)
Rnd 9 and 10: Ch 3, dc in each st around; join. (96 sts)
Rnd 11: Ch 3, dc in the next st, dc around posts of last 2 dc made, skip next st, *dc in the next 2 sts, dc around posts of last 2 dc made, skip next st; rep from * around, join. (96 sts)
Rnd 12 - 15: Rep Rnds 10 and 11 twice; break Color A.
Rnd 16: With Color B, join with sl st and ch 3 in first st of previous rnd, dc in each rem st around; join.
Rnd 17: Repeat Rnd 11.
Rnd 18 - 23: Rep Rnds 10 and 11 three times; break Color B.
Rnd 24: With Color C, join with sl st and ch 3 in first st of previous rnd, dc in each rem st around; join.
Rnd 25: Rep Rnd 11.
Rnd 26 - 29: Rep Rnds 10 and 11 twice.
Rnd 30: Repeat Rnd 10.
Rnd 31: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join. Place stitch markers in sts # 11, 33, 59, 81.
Rnd 32: Ch 1, sc to first marked st, ch 3, skip marked st, *sc to next marked st, ch 3, skip marked st; rep from * twice, then sc in each rem st, join. (92 sc, 4 ch-3 loops)
Rnd 33: Ch 1, sc in each st around, working 3 sc in each ch-3 sp; join and break Color C. (104 sc)
Step 1: Holding Colors B and C together, tightly chain to 112" inches, break yarn, leaving a long tail on each end.
Step 2: Tightly chain each row of chains as if it were a strand of yarn. Check to make sure the handles are now the same length, removing chains if needed.
Step 3: Insert the end of each handle into a ch-3 sp in Rnd 32 from RS to WS. Using the long tails, sew the end to the 8th chain from the end, burying your tails inside the handles. One handle should be inserted through the spaces at sts #11 and 33, and the other at sts #59 and 81.
And that's how to make the Perfect Day Market Tote! It's pretty, practical, and ready for customizing - I hope you enjoy making it your own!
I can’t wait to see what colors of Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie you choose! So if you make the Perfect Day Market Tote and share it on social media, be sure to tag me @mooglyblog or #mooglyblog – and happy crocheting!
Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2018, 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. Thank you to Red Heart Yarn, Furls Crochet, and Clover USA for providing the materials for this pattern.
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