Latest Forum Posts by: mowi 19

Dear Leo,
You’ve been on this beautiful earth for a year now, and you’ve chosen some truly wonderful parents. I wish you a wonderful celebration and hope that in your second year of life, you’ll discover many things that bring you joy.

Dear parents, I wish you lots of joy with your little son.

Warm regards,
Monika

All the best on your birthday, and for the year ahead—health, joy, and many happy moments. And, of course, plenty of time for yourself and the things you love.

Warm
regards, Monika

Welcome, Marion! :)
I also wish you lots of success here and, above all, hope you enjoy what you do.

Maybe you’d like to join in with our crafting group. That way, lots of people here will get to know you and also take a look at what you have to offer. Of course, only if you feel like joining the conversation.

Here’s the link to our crafting group:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/forum/topic/131935/oktober-projekte-teil-1-die-crazypatterns-handarbeitsgruppe

Best regards and have a wonderful weekend
Monika

A cozy, warm pair of knitted pants that won’t slip down — that’s just what toddlers from age 1 need at this time of year. They are knitted from 6-ply sock yarn, which is durable and machine washable. The pattern will always be one of a kind, no matter how many you knit.

The straps have a special fit at the back and can be adjusted to 2 sizes. The waistband can be folded over at first, so the pants fit well from size 80 to 92.

A particularly pretty eye-catcher is the cable on the side, which also helps keep them warm by making the pants fit nicely while still being flexible enough to move comfortably with every motion.

Here I’ve fulfilled all the wishes of my granddaughter’s mother. Maybe you, too, have been looking for this solution for a long time.

Good knitting experience is needed, but all steps are described precisely in the pattern. To save ink, there is a print version and an additional version with photos.

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Happy Birthday and all the best on your birthday. Treat yourself and enjoy being celebrated.

Warm regards,
Monika

Happy birthday! I wish you good health, many happy moments, and gifts that bring you joy.

With love
Monika

Ina, that’s a great idea for the filling. I’d already thought of bird sand, but that would have to go in a plastic bag. It’s even easier with pebbles. We have some lying around in the parking lot. A few missing ones won’t even be noticed. ;-) I’d already thought about a face, too. I think once I get started and am in the middle of it, the right idea will come to me. I’ll just let myself be surprised.

Wow, your hat and the loop look amazing. Those are totally my colors. Yeah, I’d thought about a hat when I saw that skein, too.

Andrea, I feel much the same way as you do, even though my family is in Germany. But they live 350 km away, and that’s way too far—especially right now. I really miss my grandchildren. But as Ina already wrote, we’re not alone here and can cheer each other up. Ever since I discovered this forum, I’ve been enjoying my crafts even more. Sharing ideas and admiring all the beautiful work is balm for the soul. Sometimes it’s almost as if we were sitting together in a cozy living room, listening to each other amid the clatter of knitting needles.

Now I’m going to get started on writing the patterns. It sometimes takes a bit of effort to get started. But of course I’m looking forward to finally packing the package for the kids, and to do that, I have to write everything down first.

First of all, I wish all of you here a relaxing, healthy, and wonderful weekend with plenty of time for all the things you love to do.

Ina, those are really pretty decorative buttons. They look absolutely great on the shoes. I’ve never seen anything like that before.

Your doorstop is also great and a good idea. To be honest, I probably would have thought the yarn was too good to use for something like that. But now that I think about it… I also have quite a bit of thick yarn left over, mostly small amounts, and I don’t know what to do with it. A doorstop made from scraps would be a great idea. I’ve actually been toying with that idea for a long time, but I’m still missing the right design for it.

What did you fill the bag with to make it so heavy? I’d be curious to know.

Cheesecake sounds delicious… so does a cup of coffee or tea. You’ve inspired me to make myself a hot lemon drink. I love that, too.

This cute outfit for dolls and small newborns is quick and easy to knit. It’s sure to make any doll mom’s day. The outfit fits dolls that are approximately 45–50 cm tall. We intentionally left out buttons and used drawstrings instead, so it’s easy to put on and take off. 

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How about knitting this pretty eye-catching headband made of merino wool this weekend? It’s much easier than it looks with the front cable twist. The headband can also be worn as a loop scarf if it gets too warm on your head.

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A pretty pair of wrist warmers with a “faux cable” can also be knitted wonderfully over the weekend. The cable effect is created very simply with knit and purl stitches. Feminine, warm, and also an eye-catcher. Good knitting experience is recommended here. The knitting pattern includes a chart.

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For men who don’t really like wearing a regular scarf, this scarf could be the solution. It doesn’t slip out of place, since everything is securely connected. Just pull it on like a loop scarf—and you’re done. There’s also a matching hat to go with it. My husband was really excited about this idea and has enjoyed wearing his scarf ever since.

Easy to make if you have good knitting experience. 

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Miriam—with yarn?

Yes, October was a lovely month. The vibrant colors and warm weather made for some lovely long walks. I also got plenty of knitting done—sometimes even out on the balcony.

I even got to watch our hedgehogs feeding. By now, they’ve probably retreated to their winter quarters, since it’s gotten quite chilly.

I’m online less and less because I find I can relax best while knitting, designing (and writing) without the internet and all that. Still, I check in here at least once a day and enjoy participating in the forums. It’s nice to meet people here with whom I can talk about crafts.

Such romantic photos—and thanks for sharing them, too.

Wow, Andrea, these are absolutely gorgeous photos—you can really lose yourself in them. Your colorful variety of leaves is incredible! Thanks for sharing. And the little guy on the plate looks very tasty, too.

I also love taking walks through the colorful fall scenery and marveling at the glow in the leaves. Once they turn colorful, unfortunately, they fall off very quickly.

A colorful children’s skirt for ages 3–4 is popular in every season and is sure to bring joy as a gift, not just at Christmas. And it’s already fun to knit, because the bright colors alone put you in a good mood.

Easy to knit for anyone with a little knitting experience.

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Right now it’s very pleasant to keep your neck nice and warm. With this versatile collar scarf, you’ll be perfectly dressed. It can be worn open with wide necklines or under a sweater. And it’s also a great alternative for people who don’t like scarves. Popular with men and women alike. And it’s very easy to make, even for beginners who have knitted before.

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A baby should be wrapped up nice and cozy and warm right now, especially when crawling and sitting on the floor a lot. These comfortable leggings made from cozy sock yarn are just the thing. They fit the baby and even through (at least) the entire second year of life. My granddaughter now always wears them outside to play.

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There are also leggings made from sock yarn for bigger kids (ages 3–5), which comfortably keep up with all their playing while keeping them nice and warm.

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If you’re still looking for a pretty gift, how about these lucky beetle oven mitts? They’re ideal for crochet beginners too, and a real eye-catcher in any kitchen. Yes, useful things can look fun and pretty at the same time.

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These stars are very easy to crochet, even for beginners with basic skills. They can be used as decorative accents, appliqués, or hung on the tree or a pine branch. They also look nice as gift tags.

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Oh, Marion, I’m really sorry you have to take another break. You’ve been knitting so many new things lately. And even a big project like your vest. I really hope better times come around for you very soon.

I’m wrapping up October with a WIP—a sweater for myself. It’ll slowly come together, and maybe I’ll finish it in November.

a deep sigh. Suddenly

You can tell right away that this baby blanket made from extra-soft merino wool was knitted with lots of heart. A baby is sure to feel cozy and safe in it.

The pattern is well explained, and the rest is very easy. This gives you a beautiful gift that is sure to be warmly received.

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Oh wow, your Gretl and Max look great. Did you design them yourself? I’ve never heard of this technique before—it definitely sounds interesting. You embroidered them with a sewing machine, right?

The general Top 3 in my shop mowi19


Top 1 - Knitting socks with the ingeniously simple mowi heel - you can do it too

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Top 2 - The round collar / shoulder warmer (see current Top 1) - go to the knitting pattern


Top 3 - The convertible suspender skirt - fits ages 1.5 to 5 years

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The current Top 3 in my shop mowi19


Top 1 - The circular collar / shoulder warmer, very easy and quick to knit

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Top 2 - The sweet outfit for dolls and newborns (45-50 cm tall)

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Top 3 - The colorful skirt for children (3-4 years)

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Thanks, Ina, for your feedback! Yes, I’ve decided that the sweater is now finished as is. I already have an idea for another sweater for Linja, but it’ll be a bit bigger and almost solid-colored. I still have enough of my light blue merino yarn to make it—probably with some other stripes mixed in, otherwise I won’t quite have enough.

Yes, I’m also very happy that I work from home and love crafting. So it’s not hard for me at all to stay home. Especially since we have nature right outside our door here for walks. And our organic grocery store delivers everything to our door once a week. We really appreciate that.

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Someone once told me that every handmade piece has a mistake somewhere, no matter how small. That’s what makes it special.

I don’t necessarily want to leave it at that. However, I do have to say that when knitting complicated or larger pieces, minor mistakes can happen from time to time. I used to unravel everything because my perfectionism wouldn’t allow anything else. Today I only do that if it’s noticeable or gives a different result than I wanted.

As Ina already mentioned, checking gauge is essential. It’s not worth skipping it! Otherwise, you’ll end up with more work later when you have to unravel it.

It does sometimes happen to me that I knit too many rows when working stripes — and then have to go back. Since I can knit without looking, it also unfortunately happens that a stitch isn’t worked properly. Especially when the yarn is multi-stranded. But I’ve learned from that by now. 

Another common mistake can be casting off too tightly, especially on the cuff. Then it doesn’t stretch enough and fits too tightly or doesn’t fit at all. That happened to me recently with a neckband, and I had to unravel it again. Those are learning experiences too

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Cozy, soft, and warm are these leggings for toddlers (ages 3-5) made from sock yarn. They are easy to knit if you have knitting experience. And the little ones will be perfectly equipped for the playground in them.

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This rainbow set—hat and loop scarf—is knitted from cuddly-soft wool. It’s also very easy for beginners (with basic knowledge) to make.

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This baby sleeping bag is knitted from soft, fluffy merino wool. Your baby can sleep snug and warm inside it. It’s large enough to fit at least until the age of 12 months.
Easy for experienced knitters to make.

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Dear Christina, Petra, Ines, and Marion, thank you for your feedback.
Yes, I’ve come to agree that the pattern is already too busy if I add anything else to it.

The buttons are actually cat buttons. I still had some on hand and think they look very cute on it.

I’d already made a similar sweater for Linja out of the same yarn, but it’s too small now. Next year, both girls will be able to wear matching outfits. :) I’ve only made a few small changes to this sweater.

Ines, I think your little Christmas decoration is adorable. Are you going to hang it on the tree?

By the way, we’re skipping Halloween with the kids this year because we’ve been in lockdown as of today. My little ghosts will surely bring joy to some people throughout the year. Up here in the countryside, only a few kids came by anyway.

Have a wonderful day, everyone!

Warm regards
Monika

Well, we see it as a luxury villa. Hedgehogs might see it a little differently. ;-)
Basically, it doesn’t matter whether they hibernate under or next to the house in the straw. The main thing is that they’re well protected. Right now, they’re eating less, which also means they’re getting ready. The nights are already pretty cold.

Ines, every hedgehog needs its own spot to hibernate. Especially once they’re sexually mature. They’re basically loners, except when they’re still small. To hibernate, they should weigh at least 500 g. Judging by our hedgehogs, I’d say they’re probably there.

I’m really curious to see which of the spots we’ve offered they’ll prefer. :-)

Happy Birthday and have a fantastic new year filled with everything that brings you joy.

With love
Monika

Yes, Ruth, I think so too. We bought the house years ago from someone who builds these houses specifically for hedgehogs. It had just been sitting in the basement until now, but we’re going to leave it in the garden year-round. In the summer, it serves as a great retreat, especially when the hedgehogs have young.

Now we’ve set up a luxury winter home for our hedgehogs. We got some straw from a farmer and placed our hedgehog house next to it. Now they have a choice of what they like best. In November, we’ll add leaves and twigs on top.

We also have two corners of the garden where we’ve piled up the trimmings from the hedge. Leaves are still falling from the trees there, so everything is all set there, too.

Unfortunately, we’re probably the only ones in the area with a garden suitable for hedgehogs to sleep in. All the other yards around us are neat and tidy but look pretty bare. There aren’t any cozy nooks for sleeping there.

Here’s a photo of the luxury version. :-)

 

So, now I can show you the finished sweater for Linja. However, I plan to crochet another sun and sew it onto the front. The sun will then have embroidered rays around it and a face. This is what the sweater looks like now. Unfortunately, the lighting wasn’t very good today.

 

Now I need your advice. The sun will probably be about 8 cm. What do you think looks better—in the center of the front or on the side? I’m not quite sure yet. Or would you leave out the sun altogether?

Very popular and easy to knit is this colorful children's skirt, which has a slightly flared shape and looks super cute when worn. It fits little girls aged 3-4 years.

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These leggings made from sock yarn for toddlers (3-5 years) also delight users, and experienced knitters can knit them very easily. Perfect for playing outside at this time of year, they are comfortable and nice and warm at the same time.

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Doll clothes are very popular and always a joy to give as a gift. Especially when the baby doll looks like a real baby in them. This Schlüttli (top-down raglan) with the matching hat fits a size of approx. 45-50 cm and is easy to knit.

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This sweater is for the same doll size and is also knitted as a top-down raglan. 

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The socks with the ingeniously simple mowi heel are especially popular. With the step-by-step pattern, it can be recreated very easily—even in different sizes. 

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This shoulder warmer and cowl is also popular, because it is quick and easy to knit.

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Many users have already been delighted with this convertible pinafore dress. It fits from 1.5 to 5 years, so it’s sure to become a favorite piece.

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Dear Gabi,
I wish you all the best and everything wonderful for your birthday. May this day bring you many blessings in every way. For this new year of your life, I wish you good health, joy, and that you may bring many new ideas and projects to life.

Warm regards,
Monika

Happy birthday, Kara! Enjoy your special day and everything it brings you today. May joy be your constant companion in the coming year.

Warm regards,
Monika

Yes, that looks rounder, Andrea—very nice! I like both of them; it just depends on which one is easier to crochet.

All sock-knitting skeptics can breathe a sigh of relief. Because with the brilliantly simple mowi heel, knitting socks is really fun—and yes, it can even be addictive. Now you can finally surprise your family with hand-knitted socks.

The pattern includes precise step-by-step instructions for 4 different sizes, as well as notes on other sizes. It is explained using the CraSy Trio, meaning with 3 needles, which makes knitting even easier. If you prefer a set of double-pointed needles, that’s possible too.

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Such beautiful nature photos! Thanks, Akela, for sharing! Yes, it really does feel a bit like a fairy-tale forest. I’m sure lots of elves and nature spirits live there. 

Oh, what a magnificent specimen, Petra. Wow! He’s well-fed.
Ours are still relatively small, and right now they’re eating day and night. It’s just too warm to sleep. We’ve now made them a bed with several places to hide. Let’s see if they’ll use it. The next few days will still be relatively warm, so they’ll have a chance to put on a few grams. I’ll post a photo of their sleeping spot later, too.

Happy birthday, and enjoy the celebration!

Best wishes
Monika

Thank you so much, Sabine!
I’m sure all the authors here are delighted to hear that.

However, the individual authors are also very happy when they receive praise through a star review on their specific products. And the best part is that, through October 31, you can even win store credit by doing so. So it’s definitely worth participating.

Under “Account” – “Downloads” at the top, you can access the products you’ve purchased, and there you’ll see which ones still need reviews.

Good luck, and best regards
Monika

Petra, that loop scarf looks so cozy—it really warms you up just looking at it. Your grandson will surely put it to good use.

UFO Week? Yikes!
I’ll probably have to carry my UFO over into November again. Right now, the grandkids are my priority, and with all the gardening I have to do, I’m not making as much progress as I’d like.

I also wish everyone here a wonderful weekend. Make yourselves comfortable or enjoy the colorful fall scenery on walks.

We’ll be doing some gardening, as long as it stays dry. Otherwise, I’ll be cozying up with my knitting needles.

A hat is a great thing to knit over the weekend. This one for toddlers is very easy to put on and take off, since it has buttons at the front. It keeps the head and neck nice and warm, so nothing can slip out of place or fall off.

Easy to knit, and the result is something to be proud of.

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This headband with cables is a real eye-catcher. It can also be used wonderfully as a loop scarf / scarf. For experienced knitters, it's a lovely project that is finished quickly. And then it’s fine if the weather turns cold.

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Toddlers will be delighted with this little shopping bag for their play shop. It’s quick to crochet and can then be filled right away with lemons and carrots. Everything is well described in the pattern, so even beginners can give it a try, provided they have basic knowledge.

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This scarf collar can be knitted very well from leftover yarn. There are no limits to your imagination here. Even these solid-colored examples were leftovers from other knitting projects.

The scarf collar is super comfortable and can be worn in different ways, either open or like a scarf. It’s even suitable for men, too.

Easy to make, also for beginners with knitting experience.

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Doll clothes are great to knit from leftover yarn. These two models fit dolls measuring 45-50 cm and look like real baby clothes. They’ll make the little doll mommy’s eyes light up. Both models are knitted from leftover yarn with raglan from the top down. The pattern includes all the steps and is therefore easy to follow.

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This little sweater for teddy bears (25-30 cm tall) was also knitted from leftover yarn—with raglan from the bottom up. Very easy to knit, and it looks very cute when worn.

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Happy birthday, dear Kerstin! Make sure to celebrate in style, receive lots of gifts, and let yourself be pampered.

Best wishes
Monika

This cover for a planter can be crocheted quickly and easily, even by beginners with crochet experience. Decorated with butterflies, it makes a beautiful decoration as well as a lovely gift idea.

Colorful leftover yarn in colors that match your home decor can be used wonderfully here.

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