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This children’s sweater made from sock yarn is also perfect for knitting while watching TV. It’s cozy, warm, and very comfortable. The collar made from solid-color merino wool and the button placket are the special touches here. The sweater fits sizes 86 to 98 and has no seams.

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My yarn is doing great! Right now, it’s growing faster than I can use it up. But next year, I won’t be buying any yarn, and then I’ll turn it into pretty things.

Hello Christina, welcome to the forum.

I recommend that you contact the author of the pattern personally using the contact form here. She’s the best person to explain what she meant. It’s very easy.

You can reach her by going to the product you purchased, clicking on the author’s name, and then clicking “Contact.” She’ll definitely be able to help you.

Best regards and have a wonderful second Sunday of Advent!

Monika

I’ve got some yarn on its way—I’m still waiting for it. After all, I want to stock up well. Next year, I’m joining the annual yarn diet. :)

Thanks for this great idea, Maulwurfwaldi! 

Now it’s getting Christmassy. And if you want to crochet some quick decorations, you’ll find the right ideas here. 3 different patterns will help you create a festive atmosphere in no time.

And the best part: Even beginners will enjoy crocheting these pretty decorations.
Basic knowledge is required.

Go to the crochet pattern

You can crochet the perfect last-minute decoration—ready in a flash—with this pattern. All you need is a little leftover yarn, and you’re ready to go.

A small tree or a few branches can create a festive atmosphere in just a few minutes with this decoration.

Get the pattern (3-pack) and let yourself be inspired.

Go to the crochet pattern

How about some quick last-minute Christmas decorations to crochet? 3 different patterns are included.  The garlands can be crocheted in any length and are also great for decorating gifts. They also look pretty as scatter decorations. Some possible uses are included in the pattern.

A few bits of leftover yarn are all you need to get started. In half an hour, you can already make quite a bit to create a Christmas atmosphere.

Go to the crochet pattern for 3 Christmas decorations

Oh yes, Ruth, I’m sure I’ll come up with something. A dollhouse is bound to happen sooner or later. I’m already looking forward to it (just as much as Linja, I’m sure).

Dear Tina,

I’d like to congratulate you on little Leo and wish you both lots of joy together. Enjoy every moment—he’ll grow up so fast.

I’m sure he’ll be dressed head to toe in cute woolen clothes. :)

Best regards
Monika

Great, Sandra! I’m already curious to see how you’ll incorporate the birthdate.
This really is a beautiful gift that’s sure to be admired for a lifetime.

Josefa, thanks for the reminder! :)

Dear Sandra, don’t worry about how this day turned out. You can make up for the celebration as soon as you’re feeling better. Then it’ll be twice as nice. Luckily, there are still 364 days left in the year that can turn out completely differently.

I hope you feel better very soon.

Warm regards,
Monika

I only use natural fibers—either soft wool that doesn’t itch (only from sheep that aren’t mistreated) or pure cotton. A blend of wool and silk is also excellent for clothing worn next to the skin. Baby merino or extra-fine merino (I use the one from Drops) is a good choice for babies.

Hello rita-teichert,

I would recommend writing to the author directly. You’ll definitely get an answer there, because she knows best what is meant.

You can get to the contact form through her shop and then via the "Contact" link. There may also be an email address in the pattern.

Good luck!

Best regards
Monika

I only use the cast-on method these days, mainly because it creates a loose edge. Yes, and I always use a larger needle for it. That’s what’s worked best for me.

Happy Birthday! I hope you have a celebration just the way you want it—and above all, good health. Have a really wonderful time.

All my love
Monika

Happy Birthday, dear Birgit. It’s already evening, and I’m sure your party is in full swing today, on a Saturday. I hope you have lots of fun and wish you a creative year ahead.

All my love
Monika

@Packofblacksheep

That’s a very lovely story about a shawl. Now you can crochet your grandma’s shawl for yourself. It’s sure to turn out just as pretty.

Who knows—maybe the original shawl is still lying in some box somewhere, waiting to be found? Surprises like that can happen sometimes.

The yarn should be soft and not itchy. It should also be easy to wash and made of natural fibers. It shouldn’t shed either, since babies tend to put things in their mouths.

Another thing I always make sure of is that the garment is easy to put on and take off. Most babies don’t like having things pulled over their heads. You should also be careful with ties around the neck.

And, of course, baby clothes should be comfortable. A thick (cloth) diaper absolutely has to fit inside long pants. That’s why I always knit the waistband very high so they don’t slip down.

I really like the whole bag, Mel. It looks unique and really cool.

I’m working on the jacket for my husband every now and then. It’s growing centimeter by centimeter. ;-)

I use a knitting calculator or a counting frame for this. That way, I can calculate it to the exact centimeter.

Of course, it’s also possible without these tools. For example, if I need 35 cm and my gauge shows 20 stitches for 10 cm, then it’s simple. I just multiply 20 by 3.5, which equals 70 stitches.

I calculate the height the same way. But as I said, it’s easier with the knitting calculator.

I’ll be continuing to knit on various projects and writing patterns. Tomorrow we’re having brunch with our neighbor (who also knits) on the patio—probably for the last time this year. For that, I’m going to try out some vegan recipes and make some spreads.

Unfortunately, I have another one of those because other projects take priority. This one’s been sitting idle for two months now. Well, it’ll get finished eventually, thanks to the monthly threads here.

Things are going great! I just finished my first Christmas present—socks for my girlfriend.
Now I’m designing clothes for my grandchildren. They’re always in need of new outfits.

I’m doing great. I spent the whole weekend knitting in the garden. And today, my husband and I went to the park in Bad Füssing and went for a bike ride—in the sunshine and with almost summer-like temperatures. It was absolutely lovely.

Great, now we have a window gnome in the house. :) It looks fantastic.

The dining room table could still be generously set… I’ll start with a few egg cozies.



We’re also missing doorstops for the doors. Who can contribute some?

Since I went on a yarn shopping spree last month, my stash is fully stocked again. Today I realized that I’ve actually used up quite a bit during my 10-month yarn diet. That’s freed up some space, so I was able to store my new yarn perfectly without having to buy any new cabinets. ;-)

Now I’m looking forward to lots of new projects that I can bring to life.

Thank you so much, Josefa! I wish the same for everyone who stops by here.
With this weather, knitting is so much fun—wrapped up in a warm blanket—one I knitted myself, of course. ;-)

@Manufaktur-Chouette
I’d like to congratulate you warmly on your 1,000th sale! This is a very special moment, and you really should celebrate it and be happy. From now on, things will actually go much faster—you’ll see.

Enjoy your time with your grandchildren! I have two girls myself, one of whom is 4 months old. It’s such a wonderful feeling to be a grandma and knit for my grandchildren. I absolutely love it.

Best regards
Monika

So, here are my last finished projects for this month—the baby hat, matching the leggings made from leftover yarn, and little socks for the doll.

Dear Maria,

Happy birthday, and may this new year of your life bring you plenty of what you wish for.

Warm regards,
Monika

Dear Christa, heartfelt birthday wishes from me as well. I wish you lots of joy in all the lovely things the coming year of your life will bring.

Warm regards 
Monika

Yes, I felt the same way. Herbstblatt made it easy for me because the rows are also included there. That made it easy to compare.

Generally, I prefer working in rows, but for complicated patterns, having an additional crochet chart is very helpful.

When knitting, I also prefer to work in rows. However, some patterns are best explained using a knitting chart. I invent my own, but it is very easy to understand.

Great, Kornelia—I’m looking forward to admiring your wonderful creations! :)

It absolutely has to be made of natural fibers, at least 75%, like regular wool. Of course, 100% wool or cotton is even better.

I’m sending you my warmest birthday wishes and hope you have plenty of everything that makes life beautiful from now on.

Warm
regards, Monika

Brand new is the knitting pattern for these adorable baby leggings. They’re wonderfully soft and cozy warm. Thanks to the stitch pattern, they fit comfortably against the body and allow plenty of freedom of movement.

What’s especially important is that even the bulkiest diaper fits in them. The waistband is knitted extra high, so the tummy stays nice and warm too. You’ll hardly find pants like these in stores. Any knitting mom or grandma will be delighted.

The leggings grow with the baby and fit from about 3 to 18 months.

Go to the knitting pattern and more 

After 10 months, I finally went all out again. While on vacation, I passed by two yarn shops, and there was yarn that I just absolutely had to take home with me.

Such a great feeling after such a loooooong time! :)

I was super busy today since we’re leaving for vacation tomorrow. I packed a lot, got a lot done, and even made a spread. My knitting supplies are packed, and of course I’ll be knitting on vacation as much as the yarn allows. :-)

This topic is also very important to me. When it comes to wool, I make sure that no animals are mistreated, and I always “buy” my clothes secondhand. That way, the toxic dyes have already been washed out.

Waschbär also sells good clothes, but not everyone can afford them—including me.

I have another good place to get wool. It’s the Finkhof, near Ravensburg. Just add .de to the end. ;-)

Thanks for the interesting links!

Best regards, Monika

I’m working on a knitting project—I almost finished it over the weekend.

Right now, I’m trying out different vegan yogurt alternatives that taste absolutely delicious. I’m also making homemade fruit ice cream every day, and I’m currently testing out different variations. It turned out nice and creamy with ground sunflower seeds.

I still have a lot to finish up this week since we’re going on a trip next week.

Preschoolers still love riding their Puky or balance bike. This bag even fits on a tricycle. You’ll make your child incredibly happy, because now they can even take along their favorite cuddly toy or little doll.

Easy for experienced crocheters to make. Everything is explained clearly.

Click here for the crochet pattern

Great, Nicole, we’re glad we could help you make a decision. :)
You’re sure to get good advice at a garden center.

Feel free to let us know here what’s decorating your balcony this fall.
Maybe even with a photo (if it’s one you took).

Best wishes, and have fun choosing!
Monika

It’s funny, for me it’s the 4.5 CraSyTrio too. Maybe the Christ Child or Santa Claus will read this and everything will be under the tree. Who knows... ;-)

Hello Stiefelmaus,

please contact support directly. They will certainly be able to help you.
Here is the link:
Contact support

Best regards
Monika

Thanks, Josefa! I wish you and everyone else here a relaxing, inspiring weekend with plenty of time for everything you enjoy.

Cotton skein
Crochet hook
Tunisian crochet hook
Circular knitting needles
Row counter
Stitch marker
Notepad
Tatting shuttle
Scissors
Patterns from CP!
Cable needle
Sewing needle
Stuffing 
Safety eyes for crocheted figures
Tape measure
Camera 
A T-shirt in a matching color for the yarn, so I can show off my new shawl right away 
Pins
Large safety pins for holding knitting projects
Weaving frame I like it  
Highlighters for marking the pattern
Pencil
Notebook for writing down the individual steps 
Smartphone, if no camera is available 
Eraser 
Doll hair
Project bag to pack everything into
The CraSy Trio 
Finger protection or bandages: I almost always manage to crochet my finger bloody 
a second skein of the yarn in a different color
Set of double-pointed needles - sometimes you need short knitting needles
Knitting dolly
Stitch stoppers 
Pincushion
Wooden stick as a stuffing aid
Needle gauge 
other colors of the yarn
Lint roller to get the item ready for photographing 
Reading glasses (very important)
Magnetic box for the pins
Thick darning needle with a large eye for weaving in ends
Small flat-nose pliers to pull the darning needle through the crocheted animal if there’s no other way
Doll or teddy bear for trying things on (model)
Toothpick as a stuffing aid for very small parts and possibly also 
to stretch a stitch from the previous round that has become too tight a little, so that 
inserting the hook becomes possible.
Merino wool 
Embroidery thread (for embroidering the eyes if no safety eyes are available) for crocheted animals
List with addresses of local yarn shops :-D 
Tablet or phone so I don’t have to print out the patterns.
Buttons
Felt scraps for eyes or other decorations  
A second bag, because I can’t fit all the many things into just one ;-)
An empty bag for all the purchases
Definitely a credit card to pay for the purchased yarn 
a sharpener for the pencil
A highlighter for marking certain spots in the pattern 
a pencil case that also fits knitting needles or a crochet hook
alternatively: a craft-supplies bag - crocheted yourself from a CP pattern 

@Susanne
Your crocheted campsite really interests me. It’s sure to look great. 
Since we’re campers ourselves, I think the idea is especially wonderful.

Would you perhaps like to join in our monthly threads and show your crocheted items there? It’s incredibly motivating! I’m speaking from personal experience. I’m amazed myself at how much I manage to get done since I started taking part.

Take a look – here is the current thread for August:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/forum/topic/109928/august-projekte-spass-beim-handarbeiten-und-nett-plaudern

Best regards, Monika

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