Summer is coming (promise!) and that means it's time for cotton - and my favorite new cotton yarn is Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie! It's incredibly soft, smooth, and versatile - and I'm giving away 10 balls of it here on Moogly!
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Mermaids are the perfect theme for a bathroom - and the Mermaid Towel and Washcloth Set is a great way to get this fun and fabulous look! So it's time to make the crochet Mermaid Bathroom Set - free on Moogly!
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I'm an absolute sucker for a good cotton yarn. I love crocheting and knitting with quality cotton yarns - and I'm totally in love with new Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie! This month I'm taking a closer look at Scrubby Smoothie in the Yarn Love yarn review (and more) on Moogly!
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If this is your first time visiting Hookin On Hump Day, there's lots of info on how it works below. But if you've been here before, you know you're in for a treat - the hottest new crochet (and sometimes knit!) projects from your favorite designers! Thank you again to all the designers for submitting your latest designs - and thank you all for helping us pick the top 5!
Recently I was contacted by Moogly reader Tracy Giannini, who told me all about how she maintains her hand health - so important to avid crocheters and knitters! And wanting to spread the happiness, Tracy has provided a copy of the book, Ball Rolling for Happy Healthy Hands, and a set of the Small Health Balls it uses, for a Moogly Giveaway!
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I love using my Cricut for super quick crafts around the house - and this month I tackled our bathroom, and one of the hottest trends out there - Mermaids! Here's how to make your own Mermaid Soap Dispenser (and soon, crochet set!)
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With number 8 we are officially ⅓ of the way through the 2018 Moogly Crochet Along! I can hardly believe it! That said, it's not too late to get started if you're just hearing about it - feel free to ask anyone in the Facebook group linked below - there's lots of time left to get caught up. So enough yammering - let's get to Block #8, courtesy of The Lavender Chair!
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Every time I post one of these, I marvel at how fast the year is flying by - but I guess that's what happens when you're having fun! Here are the Facebook and YouTube Lives I've done this month, all gathered in one place for your viewing convenience!
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The Fair Weather Beach Tote is a fun (and practical!) way to try new Red Heart Super Saver Fair Isle yarn - or your favorite kind of Super Saver! It features just a few clever moves and simple stitches - and this video tutorial will walk you through crocheting your own Fair Weather Beach Tote!
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Today I've got a pattern giveaway to share, courtesy of Emilia Andersson from Swe Craft Corner - the super cute Emilia Bunny!
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Who else is dreaming of a summer vacation? Sun, waves, and warmth - yes, please! So when you hand me a skein of yarn featuring beachy hues of blue and white - you get the Fair Weather Beach Tote!
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The Fair Weather Beach Tote is made with Red Heart Super Saver Fair Isle - the Calm Fair Isle colorway, specifically. It's so pretty! Mostly white, there are random sections of different shades of blue throughout. Every skein of this yarn is a little different!
So I played with a lot of different crochet stitches, but found that with this yarn, the color tells the story. To create interest, negative space is added every few rows - but if you prefer a more solid tote, you can skip those and just work in solid double crochet instead!
I've also played a bit with the handle, using a long chain woven through the stitches to create a sturdy set of straps that won't stretch too much - no matter what you pack on your next outing!
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US - K, 6.5 mm hook - Brittany Needles
300 yds Red Heart Super Saver Fair Isle (100% Acrylic; 4- Medium/Worsted/UK: 10-12 ply; 236 yd/215 m; 5 oz/141 g)
Colorway used: Calm Fair Isle (2 skeins)
This yarn has been discontinued. Any #4 Worsted (Medium) Acrylic yarn will work well as a substitute.
Clover Tassel Maker (optional)
Gauge: 13 sts x 6 rows = 4"/10 cm in pattern
Size: 14.5" wide x 12" tall (excluding handles, laid flat)
Fair Weather Beach Tote Tutorial
Extending a Row with Foundation Single Crochet (FSC)
NOTE: If preferred, you can substitute a Chainless Starting Double Crochet for the Ch 3 at the beginning of rounds as applicable.
Row 1: Ch 45, skip the ch closest to the hook, hdc in each rem ch across; turn. (44 hdc)
Row 2: Ch 1, hdc in each st across; turn. (44 hdc)
Round 3: Ch 1, hdc in each st across, turn work 90 degrees and hdc in the side of Row 2 and Row 1, turn work 90 degrees and hdc in each st of foundation ch, turn work 90 degrees and hdc in the side of Row 1 and Row 2; join to first hdc of rnd. (92 hdc)
Round 4: Ch 1, hdc in each st around; join. (92 hdc)
Round 5: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in each st around; join. (92 dc)
Round 6: Ch 3, 2 dc in first st, ch 1, skip 3 sts, *3 dc in the next st, ch 1, skip 3 sts; rep from * around, join. (69 dc, 23 ch)
Round 7: Ch 2, skip the first st, dc2tog, ch 3, skip the next st, *dc3tog, ch 3, skip the next st; rep from * around, join to dc2tog. (23 dc3tog, 69 ch)
Round 8: Ch 3, 3 dc in the next ch sp, *dc in the next st, 3 dc in the next ch sp; rep from * around, join. (92 dc)
Round 9: Repeat Rnd 5.
Round 10 - 21: Repeat Rnds 6-9. After Rnd 21, place stitch markers in sts #20, 37, 66, and 83 - lay flat and check placement (see linked tutorial above).
Round 22: Ch 1, sc in each st to 1st marked st, sc in marked st, FSC 62 (see linked tutorial above), sc in 2nd marked st, sc to 3rd marked st, sc in marked st, FSC 62, sc in 4th marked st, sc in each rem st to end; join. (184 sc)
Round 23: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, ch 1, skip next st, *sc in next st, ch 1, skip next st; rep from * around, join. (92 sc)
Round 24: Ch 1, sc in each st and ch sp around; join and break yarn. (184 sc)
Tightly chain for 72".
Use a yarn needle to weave the chain through the ch-1 sps of the handle, with the ends meeting at the base of one of the handles.
Add tassels and/or tie chain as desired.
The Fair Weather Beach Tote is the perfect poolside project - easy, flexible, and fun! Feel free to play with the stitch counts and stitches used - this yarn will work up differently every time!
If you make the Fair Weather Beach Tote I’d love to see a photo. So if you 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, Brittany Needles, and Clover USA for providing the materials for this pattern.
The Saturday Sweater is easy to make, easy to stitch, and easy to wear! And now it's even easier to crochet with this Moogly video Saturday Sweater Tutorial!
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I don't know how, but these collections just keep getting better and better! I love seeing the excitement and variety of yarn crafting happening right now - and I feel like we've got 5 of the best new patterns featured right here on Hookin On Hump Day! A great big thanks to all those who keep linking up and submitting your projects - we wouldn't be here without you! And thank you too, to all those who click through the new projects as they are submitted - it's your clicks that decide what makes it to the top! So without further ado...
I've been admiring the ArtBin craft storage and organizers for a while, so I was super excited to get a chance to meet the ArtBin folks earlier this year - and to try out their brand new ArtBin Yarn Tote! Read on to get a closer look - and enter to win your own ArtBin Yarn Tote here on Moogly!
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The Saturday Sweater is the perfect crochet topper for the weekend - or any day! It's surprisingly fast, easy to crochet, and even easier to wear. And best of all, it comes in 8 sizes, and they are all free here on Moogly!
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I wanted to make a crocheted t-shirt sweater. Something you can just throw on over a tank and leggings and go - or dress up with the right accessories! But it's simple enough to make that you can whip this up, even if this is your very first crocheted sweater.
The Saturday Sweater is made top down, so that you can totally adjust the length to suit your own frame and wardrobe. Be sure to read the instructions carefully - they tell you right when to try it on for a custom fit!
I think you're going to love spending lazy Saturdays in the Saturday Sweater!
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US - K, 6.5mm hook - Furls Crochet
700-1200 yds Red Heart Fashion Soft (100% Acrylic; 3/Light/DK/UK: 8 ply; 385 yd/352 m; 141 g)
Colorway used: Grey Heather
Yarn Estimate: Small/Medium: 2 balls; Large-3X: 3 balls; 4X/5X: 4 balls
This yarn has been discontinued. Recommended substitutions: Universal Yarn Uptown DK, WeCrochet Brava Sport, Premier Anti-Pilling DK Colors
Gauge (laid flat): 13 sts x 7 rows = 4"/10 cm in pattern
Sizes (bust measurement):
Small - 34"(Medium - 38", Large - 42", XL - 46", 2X - 50", 3X - 54", 4X - 58", 5X - 62")
If possible, mark the numbers for your size before you begin crocheting.
This pattern includes up to 8" of positive ease, based on the bust measurement. For a slimmer fit, chose one size down.
The length of this top is totally customizable - just add more repeats of the last 2 rows. Be sure to adjust the length of both the front and back to match - or go longer in the back if desired!
It is strongly recommended that you try on your top before weaving in the ends from the side seams and adding the edging so that you can see just how long the fabric hangs and adjust both the length of the top and the length of the side vents. Remember that crochet grows with gravity!
If desired, substitute a Chainless Starting Double Crochet (CSDC) and ch 1 for the Ch 4 beginning the even-numbered rows, and a CSDC for the Ch 3 beginning the odd-numbered rows.
If desired, substitute a Standing Double Crochet (STDC) and ch 1 for the join and Ch 4 beginning of the first Body rows.
Saturday Sweater - Video Tutorial
Foundation Double Crochet (FDC)
Row 1: FDC 33 (37, 41, 43, 47, 51, 53, 57); turn. (33 (37, 41, 43, 47, 51, 53, 57) dc)
Row 2: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1), skip the next st, dc in the next st, *ch 1, skip the next st, dc in the next st; rep from * across; turn. (17 (19, 21, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29) dc)
Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in each rem st across; turn. (33 (37, 41, 43, 47, 51, 53, 57) dc)
Row 4 - 7 (7, 7, 9, 9, 9, 11, 11): Repeat Rows 2 and 3, break yarn and set aside.
Row 1 - 7 (7, 7, 9, 9, 9, 11, 11): Repeat as for First Shoulder, but do NOT break yarn; turn.
Joining Row: Ch 4, skip the next st, dc in the next st, *ch 1, skip the next st, dc in the next st; rep from * to end of row**, ch 23, dc in last st made in the last row of First Shoulder, rep from * to **, turn. (34 dc/55 ch (38 dc/59 ch, 42 dc/63 ch, 44 dc/65 ch, 48 dc/69 ch, 52 dc/73 ch, 54 dc/75 ch, 58 dc/79 ch))
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 to Row 17 (17, 19, 19, 19, 19, 21, 21): Break yarn and turn after last row. (89 (97, 105, 109, 117, 125, 129, 137) dc)
Row 18 (18, 20, 20, 20, 20, 22, 22): : Join yarn to stitch #13 of the previous row, ch 4, skip the next st, dc in the next st, *ch 1, skip the next st, dc in the next st; rep from * across until 12 sts rem; turn leaving rem sts unworked. (33 (37, 41, 43, 47, 51, 53, 57) dc)
Row 19 (19, 21, 21, 21, 21, 23, 23): Repeat Row 3. (65 (73, 81, 85, 93, 101, 105, 113) dc)
For Hip Length (shown): Repeat Rows 2 and 3 to Row 41 (43, 43, 45, 45, 45, 47, 47). Break yarn.
For Tunic Length: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 to Row 45 (47, 47, 49, 49, 49, 51, 51). Break yarn.
TIP - Do NOT tie off or weave in your ends here - you may want to adjust the length once you can try it on! It will seem short, but gravity will do it's work once it's worn.
Row 1: FDC 33 (37, 41, 43, 47, 51, 53, 57); break yarn and set aside. (33 (37, 41, 43, 47, 51, 53, 57) dc)
Row 1: Repeat as for First Shoulder, but do NOT break yarn; turn.
Joining Row: Ch 4, skip the next st, dc in the next st, *ch 1, skip the next st, dc in the next st; rep from * to end of row**, ch 23, dc in last st made in the last row of First Shoulder, rep from * to **, turn. (34 dc/55 ch (38 dc/59 ch, 42 dc/63 ch, 44 dc/65 ch, 48 dc/69 ch, 52 dc/73 ch, 54 dc/75 ch, 58 dc/79 ch))
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 to Row 17 (17, 19, 19, 19, 19, 21, 21): Break yarn and turn after last row. (89 (97, 105, 109, 117, 125, 129, 137) dc)
Body - Repeat as written for the FRONT OF SWEATER.
Right side vs wrong side is a personal choice - just make sure that the front and back are sewn with the same sides out! Use clips or stitch markers to hold pieces together for sewing.
Whip stitch seam the tops of the shoulders together.
Whip stitch seam the bottom of the sleeves and sides of the sweater together, leaving a 4" to 8" vent on both sides (4" shown).
Try the sweater on to adjust side vent length as desired.
Sc evenly around neck opening, sleeve openings, and hem. Weave in all ends.
And that's the Saturday Sweater! I hope you enjoy making - and wearing - this easy crochet top pattern! It's a great jumping off point for your own personalization. Make the back half longer if that's the style you like, add patch pockets if you want them, add sleeves by crocheting right around the armholes - it's your Saturday!
If you make the Saturday Sweater, I’d love to see a photo. So if you 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 Yarns and Furls Crochet Hooks for providing the materials for this pattern.
It's time for lucky number seven - and we got lucky indeed! Square #7 in the 2018 Moogly Crochet Along is an absolutely lovely block, courtesy of Petals to Picots!
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The Bunches of Bobbles Blanket is a pretty easy pattern, with just a couple of twists. And now to help with the written pattern, I've got a pair of video tutorials!
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Hey everybody! I jumped on Facebook Live today to give a sneak peek of Friday's pattern, the Saturday Sweater! And also, a peek inside the latest Ficstitches Yarns Kit - watch below to get the scoop!
Watch this site for the pattern - it will go live on April 13th, and feature (you heard me right!) EIGHT SIZES!
Update - Click here for the Free Saturday Sweater Crochet Pattern!
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Inspired Shawls: 15 Creative Patterns for Year-Round Knitting is a lovely new knit pattern book has me absolutely drooling! Today I get to show off what you'll find inside, and give away a copy to one lucky Moogly reader, courtesy of Dover Publications - and share a nifty discount code too!
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The free Bunches of Bobbles Blanket pattern makes a gorgeous crochet baby blanket - or throw, afghan, or bedspread! It's modern, unisex, and features a unique border you'll want to apply to future projects too!
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The Bunches of Bobbles Blanket features tons of texture, and it's made with Red Heart Bunches of Hugs. This is a great, soft, and affordable worsted weight acrylic yarn that is Oeko-Tex Certified to be 100% safe for use against baby's delicate skin! (This yarn is discontinued, please see yarn substitution suggestions below.)
I really enjoyed making this blanket - and coming up with a border design that would compliment the 3D aspect of the bobbles, without distracting from them - and I think I've hit the mark! While I made this blanket baby sized, I've included the stitch count below along with a note on how to create your own custom size!
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US-J, 6.0mm Furls Streamline Hook
1500 yds Red Heart Bunches of Hugs (100% Acrylic; 4-Medium)
Color A: Rain (500 yds in size shown)
Color B: Capri (500 yds in size shown)
Color C: Magical (500 yds in size shown)
Yarn Substitution Recommendations: Red Heart Roll With It, Red Heart With Love, Red Heart Super Saver
Gauge: 12 sts x 9 rows (sc row to sc row) = 4"/10cm in pattern
Size Shown: 39" x 39" including border
Border Width: 2.5"
Stitch Multiple: Mult of 6, +5, plus 1 for the tch
Helpful Links and Tutorials:
Bunches of Bobbles Video Tutorial
Changing Colors for Striped Patterns
Front Loop Only (FLO)/Back Loop Only (BLO)
Twisted Double Crochet (Twisted DC)
Special Stitch:
FP Bobble (Front Post Bobble): Yo and insert hook around post of next stitch from front to back, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops (2 loops remain on hook), [yo and insert hook around post of same stitch from front to back, working just under previous stitch, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops] 3 times (5 loops remain on hook), yo and pull through all 5 loops to finish the stitch.
To make this blanket in a custom size, you can use the gauge and stitch count listed above to plan a new width/length. Alternately (and easier), you can use the Long Chain Method to chain a width slightly longer than desired, and then work the first row across according to the stitch multiple needed, continuing to the desired length.
If preferred, substitute a Chainless Starting Double Crochet for the Ch 3 at the beginning of the even numbered rows.
Cycle through each of the 3 colors in order, A through C, repeating to the end. Carry the colors along the side and you'll only have 6 ends to weave in for the whole blanket! See the Carrying Yarn Along the Side Tutorial for more info on this technique.
Row 1: With first color, ch 102, skip the ch closest to the hook, sc in each remaining ch across; turn. (101 sc)
Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc here and throughout), dc in each st across; change to next color when finishing last st, turn. (101 dc)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in the first 5 sts, *FP Bobble around next st, sc in next 5 sts; rep from * across, turn. (85 sc, 16 FP Bobbles)
Row 4: Repeat Row 2, changing to next color as directed.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in the first 2 sts, *FP Bobble around next st, sc in next 5 sts; rep from * until 3 sts remain, FP Bobble around the next st, sc in the last 2 sts, turn. (84 sc, 17 FP Bobbles)
Row 6: Repeat Row 2, changing to next color as directed.
Row 7 - 78: Repeat Rows 3 - 6.
Row 79: Repeat Row 3.
Row 80: Ch 1, sc in each st across; turn. (101 sc) Continue with this color for the border or change colors if desired.
Border Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc evenly around blanket, working (sc, ch 1, sc) in each corner; join.
Border Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in each remaining st around, working (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) in each corner ch-2 sp; join.
Border Rnd 3: Ch 3, FLO dc in each remaining st around, working (sc, ch 1, sc) in each corner ch-1 sp; join and break yarn.
Border Rnd 4: Insert hook in the st closest to where the next color is attached and the unused BLO of the st below, yo with the next color and pull up a loop, ch 1, sc through the same st and BLO, *sc in next st and BLO of the st below; rep from * around working (sc, ch 1, sc) in each corner ch-1 sp; join.
Border Rnd 5: Ch 3, dc in each remaining st around, working (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) in each corner ch-1 sp; join.
Border Rnd 6: Repeat Border Rnd 3.
Border Rnd 7: With next color, repeat Border Rnd 4.
Border Rnd 8: Ch 2, twisted dc in each st around, working (twisted dc, ch 1, twisted dc) in each corner ch-1 sp; join and break yarn. Weave in ends.
And that's how to crochet the Bunches of Bobbles Blanket! I hope you enjoy this beautiful, bold, bobbly free crochet blanket pattern!
If you make the Bunches of Bobbles Blanket I’d love to see a photo. So if you 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 Yarns and Furls Crochet Hooks for providing the materials for this pattern.
The Craft Yarn Council helps us Stitch Away Stress every April! And this year they're back to help you make lemonade out of lemons - really really big lemons!
I'm having so much fun exploring all the new Red Heart Yarns! This month I'm taking a closer look at Red Heart Bunches of Hugs in the Yarn Love yarn review on Moogly!
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Wow - what a great variety of projects this week! You guys clicked on a great range of patterns - both crochet and knit! So we've got a bit to wear, a bit to make for others, and even items for the kitchen - love that! Thank you to the bloggers and designers for taking the time to share your projects and patterns with us - and thank you to everyone for checking out these lovely links! Now, here's what your clicks picked for this round of HOHD.
This week I've been playing with a new yarn - Red Heart Bunches of Hugs! It's so cute and soft and is working up into a beautiful pattern. So I just have to share - by giving away 5 balls of it on Moogly!
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Hold onto your hooks - it's block #6, and that means this year's crochet along is already one quarter done! Say whaaat!? Time flies when you are crocheting exciting and unique crochet squares, and this one is no exception - square #6 in the 2018 Moogly Crochet Along is a wonderful study in tapestry and plaid - and courtesy of Hooked For Life!
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It's the last Wednesday of the month - and that means I went "Live" today! And so no one has to miss out, I've got both for your watching convenience right here!
Macrame is everywhere lately! It's all over Pinterest and blogs, shopping apps - heck, it's been selling like crazy at my local plant store. And Clover has come up with a new tool set to make this craft easier to try than ever - the Macrame Plant Hanger Gauge! Of course, I was eager to give it a whirl - and share one with one lucky winner here on Moogly!
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Like most crafty people, I like to play around with a few different craft genres - including paper crafting, and particularly when I also get to use my Cricut! So when I got the chance to take a look inside Leisure Art's new book, Paper Flowers by Jennifer Maker, it got those creative juices flowing. And now I get to share all of it with you - and give away a copy to one lucky winner!
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Is there anything better than the happy colors of spring after a long dreary winter? I'm not usually all about pastels, but the bright and cheery colors in Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie were begging to be turned into something Easter-ready - introducing the Easter Egg Granny Washcloth!
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The Easter Egg Granny Washcloths can be dishcloths or washcloths - whichever you like. They are a fun way to perk up the kitchen this holiday, or great paired with a handmade bath fizzy in a special child's Easter basket.
The stitch in the Easter Egg Granny Washcloth is pretty much like the Granny Stitch (hence the name) - the only difference is that there's no chain one space to work into, you just work right between the posts of the stitches, as if there were indeed a chain space there. This makes for a slightly tighter weave, that still has enough air space to dry quickly!
This was my first time using Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie, and oh. mah. gosh. This is some gorgeous "kitchen" cotton - I can't wait to use it in some non-kitchen projects, it's just so smooth and soft! (And I'm a sucker for a great cotton, it's true!) But first, let's make some pretty spring free crochet dishcloths and washcloths!
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US - I, 5.5mm hook - Brittany Needles
40 yds (each) Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie (100% Cotton; 4 - Medium/UK: 10-12 ply; 153 yd/140 m; 3.5 oz/100 g)
A: Brite Pink
B: Lemony
C: Lime
D: Caribbean
E: Lavender
This yarn has been discontinued. Suggested substitutes: Lily Sugar'n Cream, Bernat Handicrafter, Schackenmayr Catania Grande, Premier Yarns Cotton Sprout Worsted
Gauge: 12 sts x 8 rows = 4"/10cm in pattern
Size: 8.5" tall x 7.5" wide
Easter Egg Granny Washcloth Tutorial
NOTE: If desired, substitute a Chainless Starting Double Crochet for the ch 3 at the start of Rows 2 - 15.
Row 1 (RS): Ch 13, skip the ch closest to the hook, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc until 2 chs rem, hdc in next ch, sc in last ch; turn. (12 sts)
Row 2 (WS): Ch 3 (counts as first dc here and throughout), 2 dc in first st, skip 2 sts, 3 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st, *skip 3 sts, 3 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st; rep from * until 3 sts rem, skip 2 sts, 3 dc in the last st, turn. (15 sts)
Row 3 and 4: Repeat Row 2. (21 sts in Row 4)
Row 5: Ch 3, dc in first st, skip 2 sts, 3 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st, *skip 3 sts, 3 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st; rep from * until 3 sts rem, skip 2 sts, 2 dc in the last st, turn. (22 sts)
Row 6: Ch 3, skip the next st, 3 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st, *skip 3 sts, 3 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st; rep from * until 2 sts rem, skip the next st, dc in the last st, turn. (23 sts)
Row 7: Ch 3, dc in first st, skip 3 sts, 3 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st, *skip 3 sts, 3 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st; rep from * until 4 sts rem, skip 3 sts, 2 dc in the last st, turn. (22 sts)
Row 8 and 9: Repeat Rows 6 and 7.
Row 10: Ch 3, skip the next st, 2 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st, *skip 3 sts, 3 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st; rep from * until 5 sts rem, skip 3 sts, 2 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st, skip the next st, dc in the last st, turn. (21 sts)
Row 11: Ch 3, skip the next 2 sts, 2 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st, *skip 3 sts, 3 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st; rep from * until 6 sts rem, skip 3 sts, 2 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st, skip 2 sts, dc in the last st, turn. (18 sts)
Row 12 - 14: Repeat Row 11. (9 sts in Row 14)
Row 15: Ch 3, skip the next 2 sts, 2 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st, skip 3 sts, 2 dc between the posts of the previous st and the next st, skip 2 sts, dc in the last st; turn. (6 sts)
Edging: Ch 1, sc in the first st, hdc in next st, dc in next 2 sts, hdc in next st, sc in last st, sc evenly around remainder of cloth; join and break yarn.
These cloths are just so... well, happy! I hope you enjoy making them as much as I did - I ended up binging this pattern right along with my Netflix one Saturday afternoon!
I hope you have a wonderful Spring ahead - and keep crocheting right on through the year! If you make the Easter Egg Granny Washcloths I’d love to see a photo. So if you 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 Yarns and Brittany Needles for providing the materials for this pattern.
The Final Frost Beanie is super cozy, on trend, and features a 4-row stitch pattern that gives it amazing texture (without too much bulk)! Make your own with Red Heart Chic Sheep by Marly Bird - and the written pattern (linked below), video tutorial and chart!
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I love this edition of Hookin On Hump Day - it's easy to spot the trend! Cozy crocheted fashion is where it's at right now, and I can't think of a more exciting time to be a crocheter. Thank you for taking the time to share your projects with us again - and thank you for checking out these fantastic links! Now, here's what your clicks picked for this round of HOHD.
At a recent craft show, I got a chance to meet the lovely lady behind Global Backyard Industries, and she introduced me to her Amigurumi Crochet Project Kits! There are two Cactus kits, and they are so cute - so let's take a closer look, and then give a couple of these pretty kits away!
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When spring is right around the corner but no one has told the thermostat, you need something new to cheer you up and keep you warm - introducing the Final Frost Beanie!
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The Final Frost Beanie features gorgeous Chic Sheep by Marly Bird yarn, which I love for wearables! It's so soft, with great stitch definition, and tons of stretch - perfect for a textured cap.
One fun feature of this hat is the snap-on faux fur pom pom! I love this style because I can remove the pom pom to wash the hat, and even switch colors of pom poms to match different outfits.
Whether it's the verge of spring or the depths of winter, this gorgeous hat is cozy, comfy, stylish, and fun!
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US-I, 5.5mm Brittany Crochet Hook
Red Heart Chic Sheep by Marly Bird (100% Mercerized Merino Wool; Medium/UK: 10-12 ply; 186 yds/170m; 3.5oz./100g)
Colorway: Sterling
Size Small - 1 ball
Size Large - 2 balls
Snap-on Faux Fur Pom Pom (optional)
Matching thread and sewing needle (optional)
Gauge: Hat measures 3" across after Rnd 3
Sizes: Small (20-22", shown); Large (22-24")
Stitch Multiple: mult of 4
Final Frost Beanie Tutorial Videos and Charts
Front Post Double Crochet (fpdc)
split fpdc - yo and insert hook around post of next st 2 rows below, from front to back, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops (2 loops remain on hook), skip the next st, yo and insert hook around post of next st from front to back, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops (3 loops remain on hook), yo and pull through all 3 loops to finish stitch
If preferred, begin Rnd 6 with a Chainless Starting Double Crochet and ch 2 instead of Ch 5.
If preferred, begin Rnd 10 with a Chainless Starting Double Crochet and ch 1 instead of Ch 4.
PONYTAIL VERSION: To turn this pattern into a ponytail beanie or messy bun hat, work 36 dc around an elastic hair band, join, and then work the pattern as written below beginning with Rnd 4.
SLOUCH VERSION: To turn this pattern into a slouch hat, repeat Rows 10 - 13 as many times (2-3 recommended) as desired.
Rnd 1: Make a magic circle, ch 2 (does not count as a st), dc 12 in the ring; join. (12 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around; join. (24 dc)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in the first st, dc in the next st, *2 dc in the next st, dc in the next st; rep from * around, join. (36 dc)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in the first st, dc in the next 2 sts, *2 dc in the next st, dc in the next 2 sts; rep from * around, join. (48 dc)
Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join. (48 sc)
Rnd 6: Ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2), split fpdc, ch 2, *skip the 3 sc behind the split fpdc, dc in the next st, ch 2, split fpdc, ch 2; rep from * around, join. (12 dc, 12 split fpdc)
Rnd 7: Ch 1, sc in the first st, 3 sc in the next ch-2 sp, sc in the next st, 2 sc in the next ch-2 sp, *sc in the next st, 3 sc in the next ch-2 sp, sc in the next st, 2 sc in the next ch-2 sp; rep from * around, join. (84 sc)
Rnd 8: Ch 2, dc in each st around; join. (84 dc)
Rnd 9: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join. (84 sc)
Rnd 10: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1), split fpdc, ch 1, *skip the 3 sc behind the split fpdc, dc in the next st, ch 1, split fpdc, ch 1; rep from * around, join. (21 dc, 21 split fpdc)
Rnd 11: Ch 1, sc in each st and ch-1 sp around; join. (84 sc)
Rnd 12: Ch 2, dc in each st around; join. (84 dc)
Rnd 13: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join. (84 sc)
Rnds 14 - 25: Repeat Rnds 10 - 13.
Rnds 26 - 28: Repeat Rnds 10 - 12.
Rnds 29 and 30: Ch 1, fpdc in the first st, hdc in the next st, *fpdc in the next st, hdc in the next st; rep from * around. join. (42 fpdc, 42 hdc)
Rnd 31: Ch 1, hdc in each st around; join and break yarn. (84 hdc)
Sew snap for pom pom to center top of hat if desired.
Rnd 1: Make a magic circle, ch 2 (does not count as a st), dc 12 in the ring; join. (12 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around; join. (24 dc)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in the first st, dc in the next st, *2 dc in the next st, dc in the next st; rep from * around, join. (36 dc)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in the first st, dc in the next 2 sts, *2 dc in the next st, dc in the next 2 sts; rep from * around, join. (48 dc)
Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in the first each st around; join. (48 sc)
Rnd 6: Ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2), split fpdc, ch 2, *skip the 3 sc behind the split fpdc, dc in the next st, ch 2, split fpdc, ch 2; rep from * around, join. (12 dc, 12 split fpdc)
Rnd 7: Ch 1, sc in the first st, 3 sc in the next ch-2 sp, sc in the next st, 2 sc in the next ch-2 sp, *sc in the next st, 3 sc in the next ch-2 sp, sc in the next st, 2 sc in the next ch-2 sp; rep from * around, join. (84 sc)
Rnd 8: Ch 2, dc in the first 20 sts, 2 dc in the next st, *dc in the next 20 sts, 2 dc in the next st; rep from * around; join. (88 dc)
Rnd 9: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join. (88 sc)
Rnd 10: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1), split fpdc, ch 1, *skip the 3 sc behind the split fpdc, dc in the next st, ch 1, split fpdc, ch 1; rep from * around, join. (22 dc, 22 split fpdc)
Rnd 11: Ch 1, sc in each st and ch-1 sp around; join. (88 sc)
Rnd 12: Ch 2, dc in each st around; join. (88 dc)
Rnd 13: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join. (88 sc)
Rnds 14 - 29: Repeat Rnds 10 - 13.
Rnds 30 - 32: Repeat Rnds 10 - 12.
Rnds 33 -35: Ch 1, fpdc in the first st, hdc in the next st, *fpdc in the next st, hdc in the next st; rep from * around. join. (44 fpdc, 44 hdc)
Rnd 36: Ch 1, hdc in each st around; join and break yarn. (88 hdc)
Sew snap for pom pom to center top of hat if desired.
And that's the Final Frost Beanie! It's such a fun stitch pattern, and I love the texture and warmth of this free crochet hat pattern. I hope you like it too!
If you do make your own Final Frost Beanie, I’d love to see a photo. So if you 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 Yarns and Brittany Needles for providing the materials for this pattern.
Crochet projects almost always look better after a bit of blocking - and for all your motifs and squares, the Chetnanigans BlocksAll makes it super easy! And I get to help give away one very special blocking board - the Chetnanigans BlocksAll Premiere 812!
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These blocks are officially a handful - because it's time for block #5! This next square in the 2018 Moogly Crochet Along quick and easy, and very pretty - and courtesy of The Lindsey Life!
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The Houndstooth Squares Blanket is made up of the same two stitches, and the same 2 rows, for the entire pattern. Sounds easy, but there are lots of color changes and a bit of assembly to finish it off - so here's a new Moogly video tutorial to help!
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This month I've been enjoying Red Heart Collage yarn - so let's take a closer look, in this month's Yarn Love yarn review on Moogly!
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I've crocheted flowers before, and I've done loom knitting before, but I've never used a flower loom before - and Crochet Loom Blooms is a great introduction! Take a peek inside with me, and enter to win a copy for yourself in the giveaway below!
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The Houndstooth Squares Blanket pattern has been living in my head for months, and I'm so excited to have finally turned it into a reality - and a free crochet afghan pattern on Moogly!
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This blanket pattern is based on a pixelated version of the houndstooth check - I spent a lot of time with graph paper and markers figuring out the perfect layout!
And part of the fun is that the giant houndstooth checks don't show up until the squares are joined together. Houndstooth writ very, VERY large!
The pattern for the Houndstooth Squares Blanket is written a little differently. Be sure to read all the notes and info before you begin, and you'll end up loving this blanket as much as I do!
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US - M/N, 9.0mm hook - Clover Amour
1550 yds Red Heart Comfort Chunky (100% Acrylic; 5-Bulky/UK: 14-16 ply; 448yds/410m; 12.7oz/360g)
Color A: White - 2 balls (850 yds)
Color B: Smoke - 2 balls (700 yds)
This yarn has been discontinued. Recommended substitution: WeCrochet Brava Bulky
Gauge: 9 sts x 6 rows = 4 in/10 cm in pattern
Size Shown: 48" x 48" excluding border (see below for changing the size)
Pattern Repeat: 12 blocks/36 sts x 12 blocks/24 rows (16" x 16")
Helpful Links and Tutorials:
Houndstooth Squares Blanket Tutorial
Extended Double Crochet (exdc)
Changing colors in the Middle of the Row
FEXDC - Foundation Extended Double Crochet: To begin, ch 3, yo, insert hook in first ch made, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through first loop only twice, yo and pull through 2 loops twice. To continue, yo and insert hook into base of first st, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through first loop only twice, yo and pull through 2 loops twice.
Instructions are offered in two forms: a pixel chart and simplified written instructions. There is also a video tutorial linked above.
Split the large balls of yarn into smaller cakes or bobbins for easier use. You will need 2 bobbins of each color to work the pattern.
This pattern is worked in 3 long strips that are then sewn together. To make the pattern as a full-width pattern, you'll need 12 bobbins of color - so be brave and patient if you take this option!
As you change colors, leave the old color behind, hanging, and pick it up again as needed for the next row.
To change the size of the pattern, please see the charts below the instructions.
Each pixel or square represents 3 exdc and 3 sc as follows. The sc are worked into the exdc.
And here is the repeat - 12 blocks x 12 blocks
This means that this chart above represents 36 sts (12 blocks x 3 sts) and 24 rows (12 blocks x 2 rows). The white squares represent Color A, and the purple squares represent Color B.
To make the blanket as shown, repeat this chart 3 times in a row, 3 times, making 3 strips like this:
Then, sew the strips together with the mattress stitch and add the border as written below. Put into plain language, the border is made by working sc evenly around the blanket in the same color as the stitch you are working into. A ch 2 helps turn each corner. Then, work a second round for the border in the darker color, working in the back loop only.
The instructions for Rows 1 and 2 are written in the standard format - after that, every odd-numbered row is worked in exdc, and every even-numbered row is worked in sc. The instructions for the even numbered rows are not given, as you simply change colors to match the previous row, as you'll see after completing Row 2. Turn after every row.
Row 1: With Color A (CA), FEXDC 18 sts, with Color B (CB), FEXDC 9 sts, with CA FEXDC 9 sts; turn. (36 sts in every row)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc 9, with CB, sc 9, with CA, sc 18; turn.
Row 3: CA 18, CB 6, CA 9, CA 3.
Row 5: CA 18, CB 3, CA 9, CB 6.
Row 7: CA 27, CB 6, CA 3.
Row 9: CA 24, CB 6, CA 6.
Row 11: CA 21, CB 6, CA 9.
Row 13: CA 9, CB 6, CA 3, CB 18.
Row 15: CA 6, CB 6, CA 6, CB 18.
Row 17: CA 3, CB 6, CA 9, CB 18.
Row 19: CB 6, CA9, CB 21.
Row 21: CB 3, CA 9, CB 24.
Row 23: CA 9, CB 27.
Row 25: CA 18, CB 9, CA 9.
Rows 26 - 48: Repeat Rows 2 - 24.
Rows 49 - 72: Repeat Rows 26 - 48. Break yarn.
Repeat twice (or to desired dimensions, see below).
Assemble: Using the Mattress Stitch, sew the three strips together (see images above).
Border Rnd 1: Using matching color, sc in each st around, working ch 2 at each corner; join.
Border Rnd 2: With Color B, join to any ch-2 sp (corner) with a sc, ch 2, sc in the same ch sp, *working in the blo sc in each st to the next ch-2 sp,** (sc, ch 2, sc) in the ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **; join and finish off.
Made with Red Heart Comfort Chunky yarn, each repeat of this chart makes a square that is 16" wide and 16" long. So, to plan this throw, I went with 3 x 3 - for a finished size of 48" x 48".
But this pattern is very customizable - here are some standard blanket sizes to get you started. Keep in mind that each repeat of the pattern (each pixel graph) uses approximately 172 yards of yarn.
Baby Blanket: 2 x 2 - 32" x 32"
Wheelchair/Lapghan: 2 x 3 - 32 " x 48"
Twin or Full/Double: 5 x 6 - 80" x 96"
Queen: 6 x 6 - 96" x 96"
King: 7 x 6 - 112" x 96"
Using lighter yarn? Of course, you can make this pattern in worsted weight yarn too - or any weight! To figure out your plan, crochet one repeat of the pattern (Rows 1 - 24) in your chosen yarn. Take that measurement, and then you should be able to see how to put together your blanket (and your first strip will already be off to a great start)!
And that's the Houndstooth Squares Blanket! I hope you enjoy it - and that the different forms of the instructions make it easy for you! There will be a video tutorial coming very soon, if you are confused on the graph, or how to change colors or any of the details.
I think this houndstooth pixel graph might make another appearance in a Moogly pattern - I'm sure many of you are already plotting all the fun things you can do with it! Grab some graph paper and plan those colors!
If you do make your own Houndstooth Squares Blanket, I’d love to see a photo. So if you 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 Yarns and Furls for providing the materials for this pattern.
The Spring Rain Lapghan features an easy six-row repeat (really!), and features jumbo Red Heart Collage - and now you can make it with the written pattern (linked below), or this video tutorial and chart!
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