A few years ago, I had the bright idea to start crocheting my own striped blanket. I used simple double crochet stitches and didn’t plan on using any color changes except when I finished a full skein of yarn. As I soon found out, however, crocheting a full afghan is a huge commitment. I’ve been […]
18 DIY Dorm Decor Ideas
It’s getting to be that time of year again…school is almost in session! Do you know anyone that’s off to college this year? Whether it’s your child, niece nephew, or family friend, you’ll definitely want to check out these 18 DIY Dorm Decor Ideas. These crochet afghan patterns will make the best send off gifts […]
Colorfully Bold: 26 Rainbow-Colored Crochet Afghan Patterns
Whenever I’m feeling down or sluggish, I realize that it’s important to actively surround myself with positive energy—get off the couch, open a window, call my mom. In the same way, the material we choose to have around us can help set the tone for a bolder, fresher life, which is why these rainbow crochet […]
What’s Your Sign? Find Your Afghan Horoscope
Whether you buy into their mystical qualities or not, zodiac signs can be a lot of fun. Some people strongly identify with and embrace their sign. Others think it’s all a bunch of baloney. But most people will still look for their horoscope in magazines because it’s sort of like being in a special club […]
Birthstone Baby Blanket Patterns
When I was little, I loved looking at the birthstone displays at stores. I remember each month’s stone glittering fabulously out of necklaces or rings or earrings, and I was dazzled. I would rack my brain for people I knew with a birthday in each month and feel majorly proud when I succeeded in covering […]
Crazy for the Catherine Wheel Stitch
The Catherine Wheel stitch is such a unique stitch that creates little crochet stitch pinwheels throughout your work. It’s a stitch that lets you practice increasing and decreasing and looks great in multiple colors or as a solid shade. Since it uses such basic crochet stitches, it’s actually pretty easy to learn, despite its complicated […]
Somewhere Over the Rainbow Ripple Crochet Baby Blanket
One of the my favorite go-to crochet baby blanket patterns is a simple ripple pattern. You really can’t go wrong with a ripple or chevron crochet afghan pattern for baby; the pattern is quick to work up, easy to memorize and every new mother loves the finished results. This crochet baby afghan pattern is perfect […]
25 Easy Crochet Granny Square Patterns
No matter what time of year it is, my mother has to bundle up in a blanket. There have been summer nights when my father and I have been in shorts, and she starts building a fire in our wood stove. I have to agree, though, that even without being as cold-natured as she is, there […]
Full Pattern: Summer Marigold Granny Square
I’m Marie Segares from Underground Crafter and it’s no secret that I love granny squares. May and June are filled with graduations and family activities, and I love to bring portable crochet projects along with me. Individual granny squares are great because I can fit all the supplies right in my purse. Today, I’m sharing a […]
The Crochet Granny Square for Spring: The Mayapple Flower Square
I’m Marie Segares from Underground Crafter. I don’t know about you, but I’m very excited about spring! I was inspired by the return of flowers, leaves, and other signs of warmer weather to design this 6-inch granny square. Crochet granny square patterns are the perfect portable work in the progress for the warmer months ahead because […]
