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 […]
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 […]
There’s something so pretty and delicate about lace crochet blankets, don’t you think? They’re worked up so intricately and with such care yet they still provide some warmth despite being so light and open. In fact, I’d say they’re perfect for the spring and summer months as you don’t want to get weighed down by […]
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 […]
I’m Marie Segares from Underground Crafter. The traditional granny square was one of the first projects I tackled when I learned how to read crochet patterns, and over ten years later, I still love to make different variations. I hope you’ll enjoy the version I’m sharing with you today! If you prefer larger granny-styled projects, you […]
As summer approaches, most people start to think about how they’ll spend time outdoors. A day at the beach filled with sunshine, sand, and seashells sounds good to me! If you love the ocean as much as you love crocheting, you’ll just adore these amazing Seascape-Inspired Crochet Patterns. The soft blues, deep greens, pastel purples, and dark […]
Just because the weather’s warming up, that doesn’t mean you have to give up on your crochet afghan projects! Afghans are perfect for any time of year even if it’s not cold enough to bundle up—you just need to update the types of afghan patterns you’re working on. Flowers are, of course, the epitome of […]
We’ve put together some of our easiest crochet granny squares, and you’re in for a treat. These free patterns are both cute and perfect for beginner crocheters, and great for quick projects. You can’t go wrong with easy crochet granny square patterns! These are just a few of the many easy squares you’ll find in […]
What do vibrant flowers, parquet tiles, and classic stripes have in common? They can all dress up your crochet blanket patterns through the same beloved technique—crochet granny squares. This is one of my favorite ways to work up an afghan because it’s so convenient; if you only have a few precious minutes for crocheting, you […]
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 […]
