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These two ladybird oven mitts make pretty kitchen decorations and are also very practical for everyday use. Easy to crochet, even for beginners with basic skills.

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Toddlers are sure to love this little shopping bag, especially when it’s filled with carrots and lemons. Perfect for a play shop and easy to crochet.

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Food for the play kitchen is also a big hit with toddlers. It keeps them creatively engaged. All pieces are easy to crochet and suitable for beginners - toast, butter, vegetables, pasta, fried egg.

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This bag, which fits perfectly on a Puky, tricycle, or balance bike, is also a delight for toddlers. Some crochet experience is required here. It’s fun to crochet this bag and, above all, to give it as a gift.

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A crossbody bag is also very practical for toddlers. This one can be adjusted to different sizes. The length of the strap can be customized. Very sturdy and with a double bottom.

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This small pouch for 10 tissues is very practical, eco-friendly, and makes a nice gift wrap at the same time. It’s a great way to use up leftover yarn. Also suitable for beginners with basic skills. Various models are described.

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These cute gnomes are not just decorations or toys for children. They can be used in so many ways. For example, as gift packaging, a fun egg cozy, for small utensils, as an Advent calendar, and much more.

A really lovely stash-busting project that’s perfect to crochet in the garden or on the patio.

There is also a house for the gnomes that is just as versatile. For example, as a utensil basket or as a bread roll basket — together with the gnomes as egg cups. There are no limits to your imagination here.

Suitable for beginners — with basic knowledge.

The house and the gnomes are also available individually.

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Now that the whole family is home, everyone wants some peace and quiet now and then—and to simply close the door to their room. Whether it’s a kids’ room, home office, restroom, or bathroom—these two door guards do a great job of keeping things in order and clearly signal whether visitors are welcome or not.

It’s best to crochet both right away—the bear and the owl. They make the perfect Easter gift.

Both are quick and easy to crochet using leftover yarn. They’re also available individually in my pattern shop.

To the value set—Guardian Bear and Guardian Owl

Yes, we’re doing very well. We’re enjoying the wonderful weather, the sun, and the blue sky, and we’re grateful for everything we have and how we’re doing.

We’re going to take a walk—nature is right behind our house. And of course, we’ll be spending time in the garden, and I’m enjoying the time I have for crafts. I’m getting photos and videos from my grandchildren almost every day right now. It’s really lovely.

Do you have a ball of cotton yarn left over? Then you’ll find just the right idea for it here. This cowl not only looks good. It is extremely practical and useful. And best of all: it’s quick and easy to knit.

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Knitting socks isn’t a difficult topic anymore. With the mowi heel, it’s really easy. Just give it a try. 

The pattern includes 4 size examples that are explained very precisely. Many users are already excited about it.

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Thank you so much, Josefa. As always, the awards ceremony is a monthly highlight.
I especially like “Doll Clothing Queen.”

Marlene, your blanket is really taking shape—it’s looking great already.
Sandra, I’m really impressed with your pizza. Anton’s getting a great stash of groceries. He can play chef right away and whip up a meal for you guys later on.

Dear Christine, I too wish you all the best and happiness for the year ahead. Enjoy every moment and do what makes you happy. And of course, stay healthy.

Kind regards
Monika

My consumption >

• in January 2020 - total for 11 projects - 735 g
• in February 2020 - total for 5 projects - 405 g

My consumption in March 2020 

• Doll sweater + headband - 34 g (thin yarn)
• Children’s suspender skirt - 133 g (also thin yarn)
• Jacket for a toddler - 192 g

Total for March > 359 g

Total for this year: 1,499 g

By the way, I think it’s great to write this down here. I wouldn’t have thought I’d get through so much yarn in 3 months.

Dear everyone here in the forum and the entire CP team,

I wish you a weekend with plenty of time for all the things that bring you joy. Enjoy the sunshine, the warmth of spring, and do something nice for yourselves and your loved ones.

Warm wishes
Monika

This first baby jacket is knitted in a traditional style from thicker cotton and fits up to about 6 months. Later, it will go to the baby doll. :)

The jacket features a pretty heart-shaped lace pattern and a hood, so a hat isn’t necessary.

A lovely project for experienced knitters.

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This little pinafore dress fits a 6-month-old baby and still fits at 3 years old. That’s because it can gradually transform as they grow. The little skirt has knitted-in hearts and can be knitted upward in one piece.

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This colorful summer skirt for little girls (ages 3–4) is not only fun to knit. It’s also a lovely way to use up lots of colorful leftover yarn, and children love bright colors.

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This colorful children’s jacket (fits sizes 92–104) has everything kids need now in spring when they play outside. Pockets for their treasures and a hood for when it gets windy or cooler.

The jacket is knitted top-down with raglan shaping.

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This triangular shawl with its pretty lace pattern and pink waves can also be turned into a poncho, depending on your mood. It’s fun to knit and guaranteed not to get boring.

Ideal for cool summer evenings and a real eye-catcher.

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For almost a year now, I’ve been baking using only a tiny bit of yeast and yeast water. I keep refreshing the yeast water, and it’s still the same original batch. It works great! However, I do let the bread or rolls rise for longer.

Now I only need 1/4 of the yeast I would have used otherwise. If I can’t get any more yeast at all, I’ll try making it without any. That should work too—I’ll just let it rise longer.

I think you can find the recipe for yeast water on several websites, including Smarticular.

By the way, we’ve been baking our own bread and rolls in various styles for a very long time. It tastes much better, and I know exactly what’s in it. It’s become very quick and almost effortless.

Happy birthday, Nadine! I wish you good health, joy, and all the very best in life.

Best wishes
Monika

This “Spring Meadow” set—consisting of placemats, coasters, and various styles of egg cozies and egg sets—is perfect for crochet beginners (with basic skills).

It’s the ideal way to use up leftover yarn.

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A collar scarf like this can be a daily staple on cooler days. It replaces a regular scarf and looks great worn under or over a sweater. Easy to knit using just one ball of cotton yarn.

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Super easy to knit from leftover yarn—much to the delight of the doll’s little mom. The pants fit dolls (and possibly teddy bears) measuring 43–50 cm. 

Just get started right away—they’ll be done in no time.

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Right now, everyone is at home, and it’s quite common for everyone to want some peace and quiet in their own room. That’s where a fun little door guard comes in handy, because it clearly shows whether entry is welcome — like a traffic light. Children especially love it.

Both door guards — the owl and the bear — are very easy to make. You can even use leftover yarn.

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Oh Claudia, that makes me sad, too... The belated celebration is sure to be especially lovely.
The gift looks simply enchanting, and I’d be thrilled to receive it, especially since birds are my favorite animals. You’ve really brought a very special idea to life.

The summer hat came along nicely today on the patio in the most beautiful sunshine. At the same time, I think I’ll knit some socks for myself using the leftover yarn from the sweater. Now that I’ve given away most of my socks, I realize I could use some myself.

I forgot something ... the photos of the doll clothes, the new pinafore skirt for my granddaughter, and the new jacket:

Stay strong even in times of coronavirus: become the Perseverance King/Queen
[x ] I’m staying strong, meeting the current requirements (disinfecting, keeping my distance, staying home, etc.), not losing courage, and hoping for the best. I’m already looking forward to the time when we can visit the grandchildren.

UFOs I don’t have any; I finished everything that was currently on the needles. Only one crochet UFO is still floating around, and I’ll get to that at some point.

Best of the Leftovers in March: leftover yarn upcycling is great
For the cardigan for my granddaughter, I knitted up yarn I didn’t really like, as well as various leftovers.

Yarn Diet 2020 / 
I haven’t bought any yarn since December 2019 and want to keep that up until the end of the year (inner-pig-dog tamer).

Busy Little Brownie in March
Here’s what I managed to finish in March:

• a colorful pinafore skirt for my granddaughter
• A doll sweater with headband
• a cardigan for the little granddaughter

Forum King/Queen in the month of March
[ x] In March, I created posts (possibly even many) in the Crazypatterns forum, or created at least one post.
[x ] In March, I created threads (one or more) in the forum of Crazypatterns.
[x ] I participated in the birthday threads / congratulated users and authors.
[x ] I took part in the Crazypatterns craft group and had fun with it. = The respective monthly project threads.

Pattern Optimization Champion and Hero of the Authors = author title in March
[ x] In March, I completed and uploaded at least one new pattern.

• Buttoned collar scarf made from sock yarn
  
  
  
• Colorful summer skirt for toddlers
  
  

[x ] In March, I worked on the current seasonal themes (spring, summer) and uploaded one new pattern or several for them.
See summer skirt for children

[x ] In March, I created a new pattern for the always-current
evergreen topics such as leftover yarn / yarn scraps / scrap yarn,
Both patterns - see above.

[ x] In March, I revised or improved the product images for my patterns / product texts / my shop. I revised the following patterns. Each now has a pattern with photos and an additional print version.

• The baby pinafore dress that grows with the child
  
  
  
• The grow-with-me pinafore dress from 1.5 to 5 years
  
  
  
• The colorful spring meadow
  
  

[ x] I developed further as an author in March.
I tested / tried out new knitting patterns.

[ x] In March, I used the advertising threads / other CP advertising opportunities.
--> Write down details here if you’d like to share them.

Rescuer of Stubborn Yarn / Stubborn Material
(this used to be called Rescuer of Stepchild Yarn // Rescuer of Stepchild Material )
[x ] In March, I used up old or difficult yarn
and am therefore a well-deserved yarn rescuer
I worked with a gradient yarn cake for the first time and realized that I don’t love it at all. This yarn had been lying around at my place for quite a while.

Unraveling Monster Tamer in March
[ ] In March, I partially or completely (multiple times) unraveled an unfinished handmade item / a project or one or more UFOs and then finished it after all. I am therefore an unraveling monster tamer.
The new cardigan for my little granddaughter was half finished, and I had to unravel it because I had miscounted when picking up the stitches.

Gardening Season / Start of the 2020 Gardening Season
[x ] I had pleasant cozy-blanket evenings.

[ x] I made use of sunny moments (if there were any) and had lots of fun in the garden / on the balcony, etc.

[ x] I have already started handmaking decorations / gifts / clothing for spring / Easter / summer / Pentecost.
The cardigan and skirt for the grandchildren are for spring and summer.

My stash is doing great—it’s looking forward to being knitted up. I’ve been on a “diet” since December 2019. ;-)

Petra, your blanket is a real work of art—at least in my eyes. That really takes a lot of perseverance.

For the jacket, the mottled yarn allowed me to use up some leftover yarn for the cuffs. Yes, I think the final result is very nice, too. Kids just love colorful things.

I wish you all a wonderful day!

Wow, Marion, your shawl looks great. I really like it, even if the colors aren’t exactly my style. My friend would totally love it.

Claudia, a poncho is always a good idea. 

Marion, you’ll still show us your shawl when it’s finished, right?

My Bobbel project is finished today too, yay. I was able to completely finish the cardigan today, including the buttons and weaving in the ends. This is what it looks like now.



Now I’m going to start a summer hat to go with it. Honestly, I don’t really know what else to knit with the Bobbel, except maybe a cowl.

I finished the jacket for my granddaughter today. Now I’m starting a summer hat to go with it, since I have some yarn left over.

I totally agree with Marion. Marlene, I wish you all the perseverance you’ll need for this. :)

Since I was born in March, it’s always one of my favorite months. Regardless of what’s going on in the world, I made the best of it, and yes, it was still a wonderful month for me. I’ve become so much more grateful for all the good things in my life—that I’m healthy and that my family and I have everything we need.

I hope everyone here is doing well. Everything will change for the better; our world will be different—better. That’s my deepest feeling.

Make something pretty with yarn

The ugly tissue box can be decoratively hidden with this pretty crochet piece so well that it even fits on the dining table. Colorful leftover yarn is more than enough here and can be used very creatively. Decorated with butterflies and hearts, this also makes a nice Easter gift. 

Easy to make, even for beginners.

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A colorful children’s jacket with a hood and pockets made of merino wool - that’s just right now that the little ones are playing outside again. The jacket is knitted top-down with raglan and is a lovely project for advanced knitters. The jacket described fits sizes 92-104, so it will fit for quite a while.

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You can knit colorful and cheerful socks using sock yarn in your favorite color.
These ones—with the mowi heel—are especially easy to knit, even if you’ve never dared to tackle the heel before. Just give it a try.

The pattern includes 4 different sizes, explained step by step—using 3 needles.

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I also wish everyone a wonderful rest of their Sunday. The sun is shining here, and we went for a walk in nature, right behind our house.

Stay healthy or get well soon, and enjoy the many little things that make life good. We appreciate them so much more now.

Marburg

Friendship

Dear Marion,

on your special day today, I wish you lots of joy, great gifts, and loved ones around you—as much as that’s possible, anyway. Make this new year the best of your life—you deserve it. :)

Above all, I wish you good health and a zest for life. I’m glad you’re here and enriching the forum.

With love,
Monika

Dear Nicole,
I’d also like to wish you a very happy birthday. For this new year of your life, I wish you good health above all else and that your wishes come true.

All my love
Monika

You can now knit this cute pair of summer pants for a baby. They fit babies from approx. 6 to 18 months. The legs can be knitted to any length.

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A little jacket with a matching hat - every doll mom will love it, because it makes her favorite doll look like a real baby. The little jacket is knitted using the RVO method and fits dolls measuring 43-50 cm.

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Leggings made from sock yarn are just the thing for little boys and girls to play outside in. Comfortable and warm—and easy to knit, too.

This model fits children approx. 4–5 years old.

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Wishing you all the best on this special day. Let yourself be celebrated as much as possible and have fun!

Warm regards,
Monika

Happy birthday, and may you enjoy this new year of your life!

Best wishes
Monika

A colorful summer skirt—sure to delight little girls. Especially when they can easily put it on and take it off by themselves. Quick to knit and a great weekend project.

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This convertible little dress is also a great weekend project. It fits from 6 months to approx. 3 years and is knitted in one piece. With the knitted-in hearts, it looks especially pretty.

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There is also a sweet little pinafore dress with a heart pattern for babies, which fits from approx. 6–18 months and has a perfect fit.

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And if the baby needs summer pants, these are easy and quick to knit—with short or long legs. Also fits from approx. 6–18 months.

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Loneliness

Landau