In the last few years, more and more people have decided to sew – for the first time, or again after a long lapse. In this post, I’ll be sharing my reviews of three sewing books aimed at helping beginner sewists get to the next level of sewing, along with your chance to win one … Read more
Minky is such a plush, cozy, and pretty fabric, but it can be challenging for newbie sewists. In today’s Sewing Basics post, I’m going to show you how to sew a minky blanket using precut fabric. This Easy Sew Minky Blanket can be used as a throw, a bed runner, a pet blanket, or a … Read more
Whether you’re a new sewist, or you’re buying your first sewing machine after learning with a borrowed or classroom sewing machine, or you’re looking to upgrade an older model, this guide to how to buy a sewing machine for beginners will walk you through what you need to know to choose the right machine for … Read more
Today’s Sewing Basics post is a fun project that will get you familiar with your sewing machine while also turning out a great last-minute gift or decoration: a stitch sampler ornament! I tried this easy sewing gift idea with a dozen college students (most of whom had never used a sewing machine before) and we … Read more
I’m excited to introduce Melissa also known as Mel from Quilting Room with Mel as a guest contributor to Underground Crafter! Mel is sharing the an hourglass quilt block pattern that will walk you through all the steps for making the beautiful Hourglass Pillow! This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no … Read more