Ridgeway Crochet Motif | Free Mosaic Crochet Block for the Moogly CAL 2026
The Ridgeway Crochet Motif is a free 12-inch mosaic crochet square designed by Robyn Chachula for MarlyBird.com as part of the 2026 Moogly Crochet Along. This intermediate-level crochet block uses four colors of WeCrochet Brava Worsted Weight and combines treble crochets with a mosaic stitch structure to create a stunning geometric motif perfect for blankets, pillows, and more.
⚡ Quick Answer:
The Ridgeway Crochet Motif is a free intermediate crochet pattern for a 12″ x 12″ mosaic square. It uses four colors of worsted weight yarn and a J/10 (6.0 mm) hook. Get the complete free pattern right here on the blog — scroll down or jump straight to the pattern!
Hey, bestie 💛 I am SO excited to share this one with you! Every year, I look forward to contributing a block to the Moogly Crochet Along — it's honestly one of my favorite creative challenges of the year. This time around, my best friend and co-owner Robyn Chachula designed the most beautiful mosaic motif for our 2026 contribution, and I cannot wait for you to stitch it up. 🧵
The Ridgeway Crochet Motif is all about that gorgeous geometric mosaic magic — the kind that looks incredibly complex but is totally achievable once you get the rhythm. Four colors, beautiful layered texture, and a finished 12-inch square that plays SO well with other CAL blocks (or works perfectly all on its own as a pillow front… just saying 😉).
Below you'll find the complete free pattern, video tutorial links, notes on yarn substitutions, and links to all the other Moogly blocks we've designed over the years. Let's make something gorgeous together!

Why You'll Love This Crochet Motif 💖
🎨 Four gorgeous colors in one block. The Ridgeway Motif uses four colors of WeCrochet Brava Worsted — Fairy Tale, Coral, Mint, and Marina — for a palette that's fresh, modern, and oh-so-satisfying to watch come together. The color changes happen one round at a time, which means no complicated color-stranding mid-row!
✨ Mosaic crochet that teaches you something. The center of this motif uses a mosaic stitch structure with treble crochets worked two rows below — it's the technique that gives mosaic crochet that dimensional, almost woven look. Work through this block and you'll walk away with a real, repeatable skill you can use in dozens of other projects.
🧶 A perfect-sized 12-inch square. The Ridgeway Motif finishes at exactly 12″ × 12″ — the standard Moogly CAL size, which means it joins beautifully with every other CAL block. Mix it with our previous years' blocks to create a one-of-a-kind sampler blanket, or make multiples of just this one for a cohesive mosaic throw.
This is your pattern if… you've tried basic crochet squares and are ready to level up, you want to learn mosaic crochet in a manageable project, or you're participating in the 2026 Moogly CAL and want your square to be something really special. You'll come away knowing how to work the third-loop hdc technique, front post treble crochets across multiple rows, and the invisible join — three skills that show up again and again in intermediate crochet projects.

Quick Pattern Overview 🧵
📐 The Ridgeway Crochet Motif works from the center out. You start with an adjustable ring and build outward through 17 rounds, creating a square motif that transforms from a simple circle into a structured geometric block. The first few rounds establish the square shape using the Stacked Double Crochet technique; then the mosaic center section brings in the color play and texture.
🎨 Colors alternate strategically through the rounds. Color A (Fairy Tale) anchors the center and outer border. Colors B, C, and D rotate through the middle rounds, creating the layered mosaic effect. The pattern will tell you exactly when to switch — and the good news is you always fasten off cleanly before picking up the next color, so there's no mid-row juggling.
📝 A few special stitches make this block unique. The Stacked Double Crochet gives the center a clean join. The Third Loop HDC technique (worked into the back bar of the half double crochet) keeps those color rounds crisp and separated. And the Treble Crochet 2 Together (tr2tog) creates the elegant points in the mosaic section. All three techniques have video tutorial links in the pattern — you've got this!
What Is Mosaic Crochet? (And Why It's Easier Than It Looks!) 🌟

Mosaic crochet is a technique that produces stunning geometric patterns using two or more colors, but here's the secret: you only ever work with ONE color per row or round. The color illusion happens by working longer stitches (like treble crochets or double crochets) down into previous rounds, pulling colors up from below to create those intricate graphic designs you see on the finished fabric.
It's completely different from tapestry crochet, where you carry multiple yarn colors simultaneously across the row. In mosaic crochet, each color gets its own round — you fasten off, pick up the next color, and the magic of working into previous rows does all the visual heavy lifting. That's why it looks so complex but crochets up so much more calmly than you'd expect!
Mosaic crochet is also known for producing a beautifully thick, structured fabric — which is exactly why it's been such a popular choice for blanket squares and afghan blocks. The two-sided nature of the fabric (it's not quite reversible, but both sides are attractive) makes it especially great for pillow fronts, bag panels, and anything that'll be seen from multiple angles.
I've been obsessed with mosaic crochet for years now… and I don't see that changing anytime soon. 😄 If this is your first time trying the technique, the Ridgeway Motif is a fantastic introduction — the mosaic section is contained in the center of the block, so you get a solid practice run before it becomes a full project commitment.

About the Moogly Crochet Along 🎉
The Moogly Crochet Along is a year-long event hosted by Tamara Kelly at MooglyBlog.com. Every two weeks, a new 12-inch afghan square or block is released — designed by a different professional crochet designer — and the whole community crochets along together. Twenty-four blocks, twenty-four designers, one spectacular blanket at the end.
Started back in 2014, the Moogly CAL has grown into one of the most beloved annual traditions in the crochet world. And I am so honored to be one of the contributing designers again this year! The Ridgeway Crochet Motif is our 2026 contribution — designed by the incredible Robyn Chachula — and I think it might be our best block yet. 💛
You don't need to sign up anywhere to participate — just grab the free blocks as they're released, stitch along at your own pace, and join the Moogly CAL Facebook group for pattern help, inspiration, and the most enthusiastic community of makers you'll ever meet. Check the 2026 MooglyCAL page on MooglyBlog.com for the full schedule and all the details!
Our Previous Moogly CAL Blocks 🧵
We've been contributing to the Moogly CAL for years, and I love how each block has its own personality. If you want to mix the Ridgeway Motif into a bigger blanket, these blocks all work beautifully together:
- 🔷 Sweetcorn Motif (2025) — a textured motif with incredible depth
- 🔷 Larkwood Crochet Block (2024) — a stunning block made from 9 smaller motifs seamed with a clever joining technique
- 🔷 Mosaic Tile Block (2023) — one of our most popular mosaic blocks, with bold geometric tiling
- 🔷 Crochet Mosaic Block (2022) — a 3-color mosaic beauty that's perfect for the technique newbie
- 🔷 Diamond Mosaic Crochet Square (2019) — our first Moogly mosaic contribution, and still a fan favorite
And the fun doesn't stop at single squares! Once you fall in love with the Moogly CAL blocks, you'll want to turn them into full projects. We've made blankets, throws, and more using these motifs as the starting point:
- 🌟 Mosaic Tile Crochet Blanket — a full throw pattern built from full square motifs, bold and beautiful
- 🌟 Chic Modern Mosaic Blocks Throw — a two-color mosaic throw that matches any home decor
- 🌟 Oliver and Olivia Crochet Blanket — a sweet unisex baby blanket using those mosaic blocks in a softer palette
- 🌟 Free Mosaic Crochet Blanket — with video tutorials to walk you through every step
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Measurements
Finished Measurements
Motif is 12” [30.5 cm] wide by 12” [30.5 cm] long.
Gauge
First 5 Rounds of Motif= 4” [10 cm] by 4” [10 cm]; use any size hook to obtain the gauge.
Yarn & Materials 🧶
This motif is worked in WeCrochet Brava Worsted Weight — the official yarn of the 2026 Moogly CAL! Brava Worsted is 100% premium acrylic (218 yds / 200 m, 3.5 oz / 100 g, CYCA #4 worsted), which means it's machine washable, incredibly affordable, and comes in a gorgeous range of solid colors that really makes mosaic stitch patterns pop. You'll need one ball each of four colors:
- 🌸 Color A: WeCrochet Brava Worsted #28431 Fairy Tale
- 🪸 Color B: WeCrochet Brava Worsted #28421 Coral
- 🌿 Color C: WeCrochet Brava Worsted #28438 Mint
- 💙 Color D: WeCrochet Brava Worsted #28437 Marina
Crochet Hook
Size J/10 [6.0 mm]
Notions
Yarn Substitution Notes
Any worsted weight (#4) yarn with good stitch definition will work beautifully for mosaic crochet — you really want to be able to see those geometric stitch details! A smooth acrylic like Brava Worsted is ideal because there's no halo or texture to muddy the pattern. That said, if you want to try a different fiber:
- 🌟 KnitPicks Brava Worsted — same yarn, different branding (both WeCrochet and KnitPicks carry Brava Worsted, same great product!)
- 🌟 WeCrochet Mighty Stitch Worsted — 80% acrylic / 20% superwash wool, slightly softer with a hint of warmth
- 🌟 Berroco Vintage Worsted — wool-blend option if you love a little natural fiber in your mosaic squares

Abbreviations
Ch – Chain(s)
Dc – Double Crochet
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
PM – Place Marker
RS – Right Side
Sc – Single Crochet
Sl st – Slip Stitch
Sp(s) – Space(s)
St(s) – Stitch(es)
Tch – Turning Chain
Tr – Treble Crochet
WS – Wrong Side
Special Stitches
⭐️ Invisible join: This is created by removing the free loop from hook, thread hook from back to front in first st, place free loop on hook and draw through stitch. Remove the hook from the free loop and replace in the opposite direction to start the next round, this will make sure your loop is not twisted.
⭐️Stacked Double Crochet (Stacked Dc): (Do not ch 1 prior to making the first sc) Sc in first stitch, insert hook in between two legs of the base, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops on hook.
⭐️ Standing Single Crochet (Standing Sc):With slip knot on hook, insert hook into stitch or space, yarn over hook and pull up a loop, yarn over hook and draw through both loops on hook.
⭐️Third Loop: Also known as middle or back bar. Horizontal strand located under the top 2 loops.. When working from the WS, the third loop is on the front side of the fabric facing you. When working from the RS, the third loop is on the back side of the fabric away from you.
⭐️Treble Crochet 2 Together (tr2tog): *Yarn over hook twice, insert hook into indicated st, yarn over and pull up a loop, [yarn over and draw through 2 loops on hook] twice; repeat from * in next indicated st, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook. (1 st decreased)
Crochet Stitch Diagram

Notes
- The Ridgeway Crochet Motif mosaic section (the center part with treble crochets) works well with a tighter tension. If you usually have a loose gauge, you might want to drop down a hook size or two.
- You can substitute a ch 3 instead of a stacked dc throughout the pattern.
- If you do not want to do the invisible join on the half double crochet rounds, you can instead slip stitch to the first stitch to join. Slip stitch joins do add a stitch that is visible to the front of the work, and not everyone likes that look.
- Change color by folding in a new color after joining and ch the amount needed for the next round.
- When working the mosaic section of the motif, you will be turning at the end of the rounds. The pattern will stitch work if you do not turn, except the stitches will be slightly slanted.
Video Tutorials 🎥
New to some of these techniques? I've got you covered! Here are the video tutorials referenced in the pattern:
- ▶️ How to Bury Ends >> Click Here for Video Help <<
- ▶️ Stacked Double Crochet >> Click Here for Video Help <<
- ▶️ Ridgeway Crochet Motif Full Tutorial >> Click Here for to watch on youtube <<

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Ridgeway Crochet Motif || Pattern Instructions

With color A, make an adjustable ring.
Round 1: Ch 1, 12 sc in ring, sl st to first sc, pull ring closed, do not turn – 12 sc.
Round 2: (Stacked dc, dc) in first sc, 2 dc in each remaining sc around, sl st to first st to join, do not turn – 24 dc.
Round 3: Stacked dc in first st, dc in next 2 dc, [5 dc in next dc, place marker in center dc, dc in next 5 dc] 3 times, 5 dc in next dc, place marker in center dc, dc in last 2 dc, sl st to first st to join, fasten off color A, do not turn – 40 dc.
Round 4: Change color to B, ch 1 (does not count as a st throughout), *hdc in each dc across to marker, 3 hdc in marked dc, move marker to center hdc; repeat from * around, hdc in each remaining dc to beginning, invisible join to first hdc, fasten off color B, do not turn – 48 hdc.
Round 5: Change color to C, ch 1, *hdc in the third loop of each hdc across to marker, 3 hdc in marked hdc, move marker to center hdc; repeat from * around, hdc in the third loop of each remaining hdc to beginning, invisible join to first hdc, TURN – 56 hdc.
Round 14: Ch 1, *hdc in each st across to marker, 3 hdc in marked sc, move marker to center hdc; repeat from * around, hdc in each remaining st across to beginning, invisible join to first hdc, fasten off color C, do not turn – 128 hdc.
Round 15: Change color to B, ch 1, *hdc in the third loop of each hdc across to marker, 3 hdc in marked hdc, move marker to center hdc; repeat from * around, hdc in the third loop of each remaining hdc across to beginning, invisible join to first hdc, fasten off color B, do not turn – 136 hdc.
Round 16: Join color A with a standing dc in the third loop in the first hdc, *dc in the third loop of each hdc across to marker, 5 dc in marked hdc, move marker to center dc; repeat from * around, dc in the third loop of each remaining hdc across to beginning, sl st to first dc to join, do not turn – 152 dc.
Round 17: Stacked dc in first dc, *dc in each dc across to marker, 5 dc in marked dc; repeat from * around, dc in each remaining dc to beginning, sl st to first dc to join, fasten off – 168 dc.
Weave in all ends.

Blocking Your Finished Motif 💧
Blocking makes a HUGE difference with mosaic crochet squares… trust me on this one. Fresh off the hook, your motif may look a little wobbly at the corners or slightly uneven in the center — that's completely normal! A good blocking session evens everything out into that perfect 12″ × 12″ square and really lets those geometric lines crisp up and shine.
Pin your finished motif to 12″ × 12″ on a blocking mat, spray generously with water, and leave it to dry completely before unpinning. For acrylic yarn like Brava Worsted, steam blocking also works beautifully — hover your steam iron over the surface (don't press down!) for a few seconds per section. The motif will relax and set into shape perfectly.
More Mosaic Crochet Patterns You'll Love 🌟
Once the mosaic crochet bug bites… you're done for (in the best possible way 😄). Here are more of my favorite mosaic patterns to keep you busy:
- 🧵 Mosaic Tile Crochet Blanket — a full throw built entirely from square motifs. Perfect next project after the CAL!
- 🧵 Chic Modern Mosaic Blocks Throw — a two-color throw with a bold, modern graphic feel
- 🧵 Oliver and Olivia Crochet Baby Blanket — the sweetest unisex baby blanket using mosaic blocks in a neutral palette
- 🧵 Free Mosaic Crochet Blanket — with full video walkthrough for the mosaic stitch technique
- 🧵 Mosaic Crochet Square — a standalone square pattern great for practice or pillow fronts
- 🧵 Mosaic Crochet Hat — take that mosaic technique into the round for a stunning textured hat












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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Moogly Crochet Along?
The Moogly Crochet Along (Moogly CAL) is a year-long crochet event hosted by Tamara Kelly at MooglyBlog.com. Each year, 24 professional crochet designers contribute one free 12-inch afghan square or block, released every two weeks. It's been running since 2014 and is one of the longest-running online crochet alongs ever. The 2026 Moogly CAL uses WeCrochet / KnitPicks Brava Worsted yarn and features 24 brand-new block designs.
What is mosaic crochet?
Mosaic crochet is a colorwork technique that creates bold geometric patterns using two or more yarn colors, but you only work with one color at a time per row or round. The pattern is achieved by working longer stitches (like treble crochets or double crochets) down into previous rows to pull earlier colors forward, creating an intricate layered look without any color carries or complicated stranding.
Is the Ridgeway Crochet Motif good for beginners?
The Ridgeway Crochet Motif is rated Intermediate. It uses a few special stitches — the Stacked Double Crochet, Third Loop HDC, and Treble Crochet 2 Together — that may be new to newer crocheters, and the mosaic section requires working into previous rows. That said, if you're comfortable with basic crochet stitches and willing to use the video tutorials, it's very achievable! The pattern gives clear stitch counts at the end of every round so you can check your work as you go.
Can I use different yarn for this pattern?
Yes! Any worsted weight (#4) yarn with good stitch definition will work. Smooth acrylic yarns show the mosaic stitch detail most clearly, making them the best choice for this kind of geometric pattern. If you want to substitute, try KnitPicks Brava Worsted, WeCrochet Mighty Stitch Worsted, or Berroco Vintage Worsted. Whatever you choose, high color contrast between your four colors is key to making the mosaic design pop!
What is the finished size of the Ridgeway Crochet Motif?
The finished motif measures 12″ × 12″ [30.5 cm × 30.5 cm] after blocking. Gauge is: First 5 Rounds = 4″ × 4″ [10 cm × 10 cm]. Use a J/10 (6.0 mm) hook, and adjust hook size as needed to hit that gauge.
Do I need to block the finished motif?
Yes — blocking is highly recommended for any crochet square, and especially for mosaic crochet motifs! Blocking evens out your corners, sets the fabric into the correct dimensions, and makes those geometric mosaic lines really crisp and defined. For Brava Worsted (100% acrylic), pin to 12″ × 12″, spray with water, and allow to dry completely. Steam blocking also works well.
Can I make a full blanket from the Ridgeway Crochet Motif?
Absolutely! The Ridgeway Motif is designed to the standard 12″ Moogly CAL size, so it joins perfectly with any other CAL blocks. You could make multiples of just this one block for a cohesive mosaic blanket, mix it with other Moogly CAL years for a sampler, or combine it with our Mosaic Tile Crochet Blanket pattern for a full project. The possibilities are so fun!
Final Thoughts 💛
Every year, contributing to the Moogly CAL is one of my absolute favorite moments in the creative calendar… and this year's Ridgeway Crochet Motif might just be the most beautiful block we've ever made. Robyn Chachula brought something truly special with this design — those layered mosaic stitches, the four-color palette, the way it all builds from a tiny center ring into a perfect geometric square. Chef's kiss. 😍
Whether you're making just this one block or stitching all 24 for the full 2026 blanket, I hope this motif brings you a lot of joy and maybe teaches you a new stitch or two along the way. That's always the goal! 💛
If you stitch up the Ridgeway Crochet Motif, please please PLEASE share your progress and finished blocks — I want to see ALL the color combos you come up with! Tag me @marlybird on Instagram or Facebook and use #MMMDI (Marly Made Me Do It), #MarlyBird, or #RidgewayCrochetMotif so I can see it. 💛
❤️ Your BiCrafty Bestie,
Marly Bird

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