I am thrilled to have Marie Segares back with us from Underground Crafter. On Monday we got to enjoy the Little Dots Coaster pattern, and today she is sharing some of her best work with us all. Best part is that all her beautiful designs are available for free.
Designer Showcase ~ Underground Crafter
My name is Marie Segares, and I’m the Proprietress of Underground Crafter. I’ve been crocheting since my grandmother taught me back in 1984. I picked up knitting in 2010. I also sew, embroider, quilt, make hot process soap, cook, bake, and play with my Cricut Explore Air. I get a lot of questions about the Underground Crafter name: I do a lot of crafting underground while commuting on New York City’s subway system. You can visit me online at Underground Crafter, subscribe to my weekly newsletter, or find me on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Ravelry, StumbleUpon, Twitter, and YouTube. If you’d like to chat with other crafters, you can join my Facebook Underground Crafters group.
I’m so excited to share 15 of my most popular free crochet patterns with you today!
My For Kyle Baby Blanket is the most popular post in my monthly charity spotlight series. If you like crocheting for charity, you’ll find great patterns and tips for donating in those posts.
The Justine Shawl is one of my favorites and it’s named after my baby sister. (Ok, she’s almost 30 now but who’s counting?) I used a lace weight yarn but this pattern can be easily made in any weight of yarn.
And, speaking of shawls, the Pineapples for Everyone Shawl is one of my first free crochet patterns and it’s still one of the most popular. It’s another shawl that you can adjust to your preferred size using any weight of yarn.
If you’re looking for a simple stitch pattern to work on while watching tv or commuting, try the Piggyback Stitch Warm Up America Block. It’s another design from my charity spotlight series.
And, if you want to brighten up a room with some color, try the Diagonal Rainbows Baby Blanket! This is a pattern that looks more complicated than it is.
The Ella’s Rhythm Shawl is super easy but it has an unusual construction, so I included a video tutorial to help you out. It’s another shawl that can be made with any weight of yarn.
If you’re shipping a baby gift to someone you love, try the Crosshatch Stitch Baby Blanket, which folds up nice and small. It also includes a video tutorial.
The Simple Rectangular Granny Blanket is just a rectangular variation of the classic granny square. I used an ombré yarn so I didn’t even have to worry about weaving in too many ends.
Hmmm, I might just love granny squares (or, at least, my readers do!) because the Beach Stroll Memories Shawl is a rectangular shawl that uses a granny square variation, too.
These adorable baby booties by Cream Of The Crop Crochet are designed with a newborn baby girl in mind. The cute little bow on the string adds a nice touch for the baby girls. With that said, the simple stitch pattern is also perfect for baby boys. Simply omit the little bow, or use another…
Today we have another beautiful pattern from Lubna of A Crafty Homemaker. This crochet handbag has a beautiful style that you will be proud to show off where ever you go. My favorite part about this crocheted bag is that you only need to know basic crochet stitches to create these beautiful textures! And it…
Today’s post, 14 Sewing Room Organization Tips, is by Annabelle Carter Short from Wunderlabel. As the title implies, the article is full of helpful tips to keep your sewing room neatly organized. And a neat sewing space helps to ensure you’ll enjoy creating beautiful projects from start to finish. Are you a sewing hobbyist? Are…
Here is a short list of easy single crochet patterns for beginners and advanced beginners. The single crochet stitch is the most basic stitch in crochet. Aside from making the chains, it is the easiest stitch for beginners to learn and work with. For some of these easy crochet patterns, the only skills you need…
Crochet this adorable newborn baby hat pattern by Cream Of The Crop Crochet in any color that you like to suit either a baby girl or a baby boy. Girls will prefer the cute little bow, but for a boy, why not try a cute little animal or car applique. The crocheted hat is nice…