Underground Crafter

10/16/2026

I'm so excited to be joining Sweet Potato 3 for the Crochet Cancer Challenge again this year. Please check out this event and also enjoy the Lottie Beanie (forever free on my blog, but the PDF is free through October 31, 2026 in exchange for your pledge to donate a hat :)

Crochet Cancer Challenge — October 15

Today’s free hat pattern is the Lottie Beanie by Underground Crafter!

This textured chemo cap has a comfortable slouchy fit. The stitch combinations help keep the head warm, while Berroco Comfort yarn provides great stitch definition that makes the design pop.

Today’s cancer awareness: Pancreatic Cancer
Ribbon color: Purple
Yarn: Berroco Comfort

Get the free pattern and see all of the Crochet Cancer Challenge patterns here:
https://sweetpotato3.com/crochet-cancer-challenge-2026/

Please consider making a hat to donate to someone affected by cancer.

10/12/2026

Today's pattern in the 12th Annual Holiday Stashdown Crochet Along is the W**e Bottle Holder by My Crochet Space. This year's CAL includes 24 free crochet patterns by your favorite designers and the chance to win a prize from Forbidden Fiber Co., GlassEyesOnline, Knitter’s Relief Balm, LennyMudPottery, Underground Crafter, or Unicorn. Get the details, find the link to each pattern as it goes live, and enter the giveaway through the link in the comments.

10/11/2026

My latest free crochet pattern is the Iris Square. It's the ninth in a set of coordinating 8" granny squares. Together, they'd be the right size for a baby blanket.

10/05/2026

The Frosted Window Ear Warmer by Fosbas is today's Holiday Stashdown Crochet Along pattern. Get the pattern, enter the giveaways, and follow the CAL here: https://undergroundcrafter.com/2026/09/28/2026-holiday-stashdown-crochet-along/

10/01/2026

Free crochet pattern: Rebecca Square (8")

Week 8 of the CAL is the Rebecca 8" Square. Includes video tutorials for the special stitch.

10/01/2026

Sewing Basics: How To Use an Embroidery Machine for Beginners

In this Sewing Basics post, I'll share how to set up the Baby Lock Bloom for embroidery while also answering common questions for embroidery machine newbies. Includes a video tutorial!

10/01/2026

Crochet Pattern: Kawoon Sweater by ravliki for sale on Etsy (affiliate link)

https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=W1SUeBYIN08&mid=54027&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Flisting%2F804103669%2Fkawoon-sweater-pdf-pattern-colorful

10/01/2026

Free crochet pattern: Pocket Shawl by Crafting at the Poole

This free pocket shawl pattern works up in just a few hours using super bulky yarn!

09/30/2026

32 Free Crochet and Knit Patterns for Summer Tops

Find your next project in this collection of summer top patterns including snug fit and oversized; striped and lacy; cowl, scoop, and v-necks; tanks, halters, crop tops, and more!

09/30/2026

Crochet Pattern: Cat Candy Basket by Mufficorn for sale on Etsy (affiliate link)

https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=W1SUeBYIN08&mid=54027&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Flisting%2F4459255371%2Fcrochet-pattern-cat-candy-basket-for