If you subscribe to my weekly newsletter or are a member of the Underground Crafters Facebook group, you know that Tuesday is a big day. The Underground Crafter blog will be celebrating its seventh blogiversary! It’s hard to believe because, as the saying goes, “time flies when you’re having fun!” I asked my newsletter subscribers … Read more
It’s (Inter)National Crochet Month, which means I’ve been kinda neglecting the knitting this month. That’s just not fair to my long-time knitting readers, right? To make things up, today I’m sharing a roundup of 9 adorable, free knitting patterns for babies and kids, including hats, a softie, booties, and a sweater! I curated this roundup … Read more
I’m so excited to have Julie from ACCROchet back to continue her series of tips for first-time sock crocheters. Today, Julie is sharing the adult sizes of her premium Ice Cream Socks pattern with us, along with tips for making perfect toes and feet. If you’re a crochet socks newbie, or your crochet socks have … Read more
The free crochet pattern for the Ombré Shells Hat uses two strands of yarn held together throughout to create a tweedy, ombré look. The simple shell stitch pattern creates a zig zag effect. Apparently, winter is still upon us (at least in the Northeast) and this hat works up quick enough to wear this season. … Read more
I’ve been crocheting baby blankets left and right for colleagues at work, and I’m really excited about how this one turned out! The Berry Cobbler Ripple Blanket is a textured ripple blanket with stripes. It makes a beautiful heirloom-quality blanket to gift at a baby shower or to a newborn. This post contains affiliate links. … Read more