Underground Crafter

I’m sharing the first of five weekly roundups including free patterns for gift ideas as part of the eighth annual Christmas in July Make Along! Last week’s theme was gift ideas for kids, from babies through teens, so this collection includes 18 crochet and knitting patterns for hats, toys and games, blankets, garments, and more ...

The Natalia Cowl is the tenth pattern in the 8th Annual Christmas in July Make Along. This knit cowl pattern works up quickly in two colors of plush and fleecy bulky weight polyester yarn. It’s so soft and cushy, the recipient will love wearing it! This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at ...

Today’s Sewing Basics post is a guide to scrap quilting without a pattern. If you’re like most beginning quilters, you have a growing pile of fabric scraps in your home and you don’t know what to do with it. I’ll walk you through crumb quilting, string quilting, and other freeform ways to use up your ...

I’m joining in with 30 of my crochet designer buddies to bring you the 2026 Granny Crochet Pattern Bundle! This deeply discounted pattern collection is only available through 11:59 pm Pacific on July 10, 2026 so hurry up and get yours. This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added cost to ...

The Flower Hexagon Child’s Purse is the first pattern in the 8th Annual Christmas in July Make Along. This easy crochet child’s purse is a great quick gift for a special kiddo in your life. It works up quickly with scrap yarn and you can gift it by itself, fill it with crayons, toss in ...