This is a crochet pattern review of the Marjorie Goose designed by Oak and Marlow. Review done by Candace of T&C Crafters for EyeLoveKnots.
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I have been hearing so much about silly goose themes lately, that I decided to check out some goose crochet patterns. I put together a round-up of 21 Silly Goose Crochet Patterns on my blog, and I loved the options so much that I had to make one myself! I decided to go with the Marjorie Goose pattern, as it is written by one of my favorite designers so I knew it would be a great pattern!
The Marjorie Goose crochet pattern makes the most adorable silly goose! This is a modification of the extremely popular Mabel Chicken pattern by Oak and Marlow. The pattern for Marjorie Goose can be found as a free mod to the original Mabel pattern or as its own separate pattern.
Like all of the patterns by Jocelyn of Oak and Marlow, the Marjorie Goose pattern does not disappoint! It is well-written with clear directions, easy-to-follow photo explanations and video tutorials, and customization options. You can dress up the goose with the included bonnet pattern that can be made two different ways or the included bow pattern. There is even a free printable for an “Emotional Support Goose” tag available on the designer’s blog. Whether you are making this goose for a baby shower gift, to sell at shows, or just for yourself, I promise, you’re going to love this pattern!
What Do I Need to Crochet a Marjorie Goose?
- Super Bulky (Weight 6) Plush Yarn – I used Bernat Blanket Yarn in Cream and Yellow
- K10.5/6.5 mm Crochet Hook – I love using my Clover Amour ergonomic hook!
- Worsted (Weight 4) Acrylic Yarn – Optional for adding the bonnet or bow
- H8/5 mm Crochet Hook – Optional for adding the bonnet or bow
- Stuffing
- Yarn Needle – I recommend using a steel yarn needle.
- 10 mm Black Felt Eyes
- Marjorie Goose, paid crochet pattern by OakandMarlow via Etsy
Material Notes:
The Marjorie Goose crochet pattern calls for weight 6 (super bulky) yarn. The designer used Bernat Blanket yarn in the original pattern, and that’s what I used as well. Premier Parfait Chunky and Yarn Bee Velvety Smooth would be good options as well. I also made a smaller Marjorie Goose using Ella Rae Cuddle yarn.
In the pattern, the designer indicates that they used a 7 mm crochet hook for the goose and a H8/5 mm crochet hook for the bonnet or bow. When working with this super bulky yarn, I typically use a K10.5/6.5 mm hook instead, so that’s what I used. I did stick with the H8/5 mm hook for the bonnet. You will just want to make sure the hook you choose is appropriate for your yarn and tension. If you use too big of a hook, you may have stuffing come out between your stitches.
This pattern requires some stuffing. I like to stuff stuffed toys really full, so I used extra stuffing, but you can choose to stuff them as full as you would like to keep their shape. There is minimal sewing involved in this pattern. You will need to finish off a few pieces and sew the back of the goose, but the overall pattern is no-sew. I find it easiest to use a steel yarn needle that doesn’t bend when I am pushing it through the thicker yarn to finish projects like this.
The pattern calls for 12 mm safety eyes. I use felt eyes for all my makes to make them safer for kids, so I went with 10 mm black felt eyes. You can choose what you want for your preference. If you use felt eyes, you will want to make sure you have a hot glue gun or fabric glue to attach them. The designer recommends embroidering eyes if the goose is for a child. If you opt for this method, make sure you have some black worsted weight yarn.
How Long Does It Take to Crochet a Marjorie Goose?
The Marjorie Goose took me just under two hours to make from start to finish. The bonnet takes about 20 more minutes.
If you want to cut down on your time, you could batch make the pieces – wings and feet, and then make them in bulk.
What Size is a Finished Marjorie Goose?
The finished Marjorie Goose measures approximately 8.5 inches tall and 7 inches wide.
Gauge (Not Essential):
Gauge is not provided in this pattern and is not critical for making stuffed toys like this. You mainly want to make sure that your hook size is appropriate for your yarn and that your stitches are tight enough together so that your stuffing doesn’t come out through holes between the stitches.
If you want your Marjorie Goose to come out to be the same size as mine, using super bulky weight 6 yarn (Bernat Blanket) and a K10.5/6.5 mm crochet hook, a magic circle with 8 single crochets should measure approximately 1 1/4 inches in diameter.
All About Crocheting Marjorie Goose:
The Marjorie Goose crochet pattern is meant for an advanced beginner to an intermediate crocheter. It is made as a no-sew design worked in rounds. You will crochet the feet and wings first, and then begin to construct the Mabel chicken pattern with the feet and the wings crocheted right in. To make it a goose rather than a chicken, the neck is added along with the head all in one continuous piece. The beak is crocheted right onto the finished piece.
The feet and the wings contain some directions that are a little more involved than the basic single crocheting in the round, which is why I would recommend this more for an advanced beginner or an intermediate crocheter. Thankfully, there are very clear photos that match the directions, as well as video tutorials for these parts to make it accessible for anyone to try.
This pattern also includes the option to make a bonnet and a bow to dress up the goose. The bonnet pattern can be made with or without a scalloped edge. With the options to dress up this little goose and all the different color combinations you can make, it’s really hard to not want to crochet up a whole flock!
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