Turkey Trot with Marly Bird 2019 Crochet Clue #2
Things are moving right along and it is time to step-it-up a bit with Turkey Trot with Marly Bird 2019 Crochet Clue #2. There are a lot of things to think about before you start crocheting so be sure to read everything below!
What you should know
Of course this is a Mystery Make Along project (if you want to know more you can click the link) so I am assuming that you have faith in me and my design ability and that is why you are following along. So, thank you for that. ????
Because I know there are some sizing decisions that will need to be made along the way I will be sure to mention little extras in the pattern I think you should know before proceeding. That way, you are not totally blind to the design.
For the Turkey Trot with Marly Bird Crochet Clue #2 I think you should know there are still only two sizes to choose from, but there is a shorter (petite) option for the largest size.
- If you typically wear a S, M, or L then you should follow the instructions for the S-L size. This is the first number outside the parentheses.
- If you typically wear an XL, 2XL, or 3XL then you should follow the instructions for the XL-3XL size. This is the first number inside the parentheses.
- If you are making the XL-3XL size but need a shorter (petite) option be sure to follow a special set of instructions below.
For the Turkey Trot with Marly Bird Crochet Clue #2 I think you should know that from this point forward the piece is made flat. Do your best to not let the stitches get too tall or you will have a piece you can not wear.
For the Turkey Trot with Marly Bird Crochet Clue #2 I think you should know this section is a little tricky. Take your time on the first round and do exactly what is written and you will have no problems. After the first round, the rest of the piece is made flat in rows.
For the Turkey Trot with Marly Bird Crochet Clue #2 I think you should know that I filmed a video to help those of you who have trouble reading patterns. It is available at the bottom of this page 🙂
Okay, time for the pattern information.
Turkey Trot with Marly Bird 2019 Crochet Clue #2
MEASUREMENTS
The instructions are written for the smallest size. If changes are necessary for larger size(s) the instructions will be written with the larger numbers inside the parentheses.
There is a special set of instructions for crocheters making the larger size but need a shorter (petite) option.
To Fit Sizes: S-L (XL-3XL)
Clue #2 and #3: The measurements are listed for each individual size to make it easier for the crocheter to know what their size measurements will be.
- S-L Size: 28.5″ [72.5 cm] wide, 24” [61 cm] length
- XL-3XL Size: 37.5″ [94 cm] wide, 35″ [89 cm] length
- Special Shorter (petite) XL-3XL option: 34″ [86.5 cm] wide, 24″ [61 cm] length
Gauge: 11 sts = 4″ [10 cm], CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge. *added note: the Latte Cake yarn has a good amount of stretch, so be sure to account for that stretch when you check your gauge.*
MATERIALS
Yarn: Caron Latte Cakes (8.8 oz cakes, available only at Michaels): 2 (3) balls total for project
Hook: K/6.5mm
SPECIAL STITCHES / TECHNIQUES
⭐️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.
????If you want a more visual demonstration of the stacked double crochet, watch this video starting at 3:15. I’ve linked to the video below.
NOTES
- Clues #2 and #3 are worked back and forth in rows
- Stitches are worked on both sides of the chain. The chain represents the shoulder seam.
- Extra sizing note given before beginning the body of the pattern for a shorter option for the larger size.
Turkey Trot with Marly Bird 2019 Crochet Clue #2
PATTERN
Body
⭐️Note from Marly: crocheters making the larger size who want a shorter piece, the following is for you– I know that there are times as larger ladies we need the extra width but not the length. Because of that, I am letting you know that if you want to make your piece a bit shorter than the sample (sample fits me and I am 5’10”) I’ve written out instructions specifically for you below the standard length instructions. Simply scroll down to the Shorter Length Option for XL-3XL size section if you want to a shorter piece.
If you don’t know if you want or need the shorter size, do this, use a tape measure and measure the distance from 1″ [2.54 cm] on your shoulder, down your arm to your wrist. If that measurement is less than 20″ [51 cm] you should consider doing the shorter option.
Standard Length
Round 1: With the loop on your hook from clue #1, ch 45 (57), 3 dc in 3rd ch from hook [skipped 2 ch’s do not count as a dc], dc in next 42 (54) ch, dc2tog into stitch with first marker and the next stitch of cowl [leave marker in place], dc in next 67 (91), dc2tog into stitch before next marker and marked stitch [remove marker], working along the bottom of the chains we started with, dc in next 42 (54) ch, 2 dc in last ch, place marker in last dc, join with a slip stitch to first dc, slip stitch into next dc, do not turn — 158 (206) sts.
From this point forward on the body, the piece is worked in rows.
Row 2 (RS): Stacked dc, dc to last marker in row, [leave remaining stitch unworked], turn — 157 (205) sts.
Row 3 (WS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 4 (RS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 5 (WS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 6 (RS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 7 (WS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 8 (RS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Arches
Row 9 (WS): Ch 1, sc in first 2 dc, *ch 3, skip 3 dc, sc in next 3 dc; repeat from * to last 5 dc, ch 3, skip 3 dc, sc in next 2 dc, turn — 26 (34) ch-3 sps
Row 10 (RS): Ch 1, sc in first sc, *5 dc in next ch-3 sp, skip next sc, sc in next sc, repeat from * across, turn.– 26 (34) arches
Row 11 ( WS): Ch 1, sc in first sc, ch 2, skip next dc, sc in each of the next 3 dc, *ch 3, skip next 3 sts, sc in each of the next 3 dc, repeat from * across to last 2 sts, ch 2, skip next dc, sc in last sc, turn
Row 12 (RS): Stacked dc, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, *skip next sc, sc in next sc, 5 dc in next ch-3 sp; repeat from * across to last 3 sc, skip next sc, sc in next sc, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in last sc, turn.
Row 13 (WS): Ch 1, sc in each of the first 2 dc, ch 3, skip next 3 sts, *sc in each of the next 3 dc, ch 3, skip next 3 sts, repeat from * across to last 2 sts, sc in each of the last 2 sts, turn.
Sizes S-L: Repeat rows 10 and 11. Note these 7 rows complete the full Arches pattern for this size.
Sizes XL-3XL: Repeat rows 10-13 twice more. Note these 13 rows complete the full Arches pattern for this size.
Solid Stitches
Size S-L Row 1 (RS): Stacked dc in first sc, dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next 3 sc, *3 dc in next ch-3 sp, dc in next 3 sc; repeat from * across to last ch-2 sp, dc in last ch-2 sp, dc in last sc, turn- 157 dc.
Size XL-3XL Row 1 (RS): Stacked dc in first sc, dc in next sc, 3 dc in next ch-3 sp, *dc in next 3 sc, 3 dc in next ch-3 sp; repeat from * across to last 2 sts, dc in each of the last 2 sts, turn — 205 dc.
Row 2 (WS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 3 (RS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 4 (WS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 5 (RS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Now wait for the Turkey Trot with Marly Bird 2019 Crochet Clue #3 instructions to continue 🙂
Shorter Length Option for XL-3XL size
Round 1: With the loop on your hook from clue #1, ch 47, 3 dc in 3rd ch from hook [skipped 2 ch’s do not count as a dc], dc in next 44 ch, dc2tog into stitch with first marker and the next stitch of cowl [leave marker in place], dc in next 91, dc2tog into stitch before next marker and marked stitch [remove marker], working along the bottom of the chains we started with, dc in next 44 ch, 2 dc in last ch, pm in last dc, join with a slip stitch to first dc, slip stitch into next dc, do not turn — 188 sts.
From this point forward on the body, the piece is worked in rows.
Row 2 (RS): Stacked dc, dc to last marker in row, [leave remaining stitch unworked], turn — 187 sts.
Row 3 (WS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 4 (RS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 5 (WS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 6 (RS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 7 (WS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 8 (RS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Arches
Row 9 (WS): Ch 1, sc in first 2 dc, *ch 3, skip 3 dc, sc in next 3 dc; repeat from * to last 5 dc, ch 3, skip 3 dc, sc in next 2 dc, turn — 31 ch-3 sps
Row 10 (RS): Ch 1, sc in first sc, *5 dc in next ch-3 sp, skip next sc, sc in next sc, repeat from * across, turn.– 31 arches
Row 11 ( WS): Ch 1, sc in first sc, ch 2, skip next dc, sc in each of the next 3 dc, *ch 3, skip next 3 sts, sc in each of the next 3 dc, repeat from * across to last 2 sts, ch 2, skip next dc, sc in last sc, turn
Row 12 (RS): Stacked dc, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, *skip next sc, sc in next sc, 5 dc in next ch-3 sp; repeat from * across to last 3 sc, skip next sc, sc in next sc, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in last sc, turn.
Row 13 (WS): Ch 1, sc in each of the first 2 dc, ch 3, skip next 3 sts, *sc in each of the next 3 dc, ch 3, skip next 3 sts, repeat from * across to last 2 sts, sc in each of the last 2 sts, turn.
Repeat rows 10 and 11. Note these 7 rows complete the full Arches pattern for this size.
Solid Stitches
Row 1 (RS): Stacked dc in first sc, dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next 3 sc, *3 dc in next ch-3 sp, dc in next 3 sc; repeat from * across to last ch-2 sp, dc in last ch-2 sp, dc in last sc, turn- 187 dc.
Row 2 (WS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 3 (RS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 4 (WS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Row 5 (RS): Stacked dc, dc to end of row, turn.
Now wait for the Turkey Trot with Marly Bird 2019 Crochet Clue #3 instructions to continue 🙂
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