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This pretty girls’ sweater in yellow with orange, made of cotton, fits sizes 98–116. At first it can be worn like a little dress or long sweater, and later as a regular sweater.

The sweater has no seams, and the pattern is made up of slip stitches. The pattern explains all the steps, so it can be recreated easily.

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This super-soft sweater for toddlers (sizes 86–98) is knitted from sock yarn, with the collar and cuffs made from scraps of extra-fine merino. It has no seams and is easy to knit.

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This cute set of a jacket and hat fits dolls and teddy bears measuring about 45–50 cm, as well as small newborns. It’s knitted using the RVO method and is easy to recreate. A great project for using up leftover yarn, and the doll’s mom is sure to be delighted.

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Happy birthday and a wonderful year ahead with plenty of time for the beautiful things in life.

Best wishes
Monika

Thanks, Mel—yes, that should definitely be enough for you. I also used only two types of yarn, but both are cotton blends. I have the label for one of them, but unfortunately not for the other—just the specifications. I’m sure it’ll be enough if you include all that information.

This decoration already creates a spring mood. When the breakfast table is set with pretty placemats with a floral border, matching coasters, floral decorations and funny egg cozies, the day gets off to a really good start.

Everything is very easy to crochet, even for beginners with basic skills. Leftover yarn can also be put to pretty use here.

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This small pouch for 10 tissues is a very pretty and useful gift and fits in any handbag. A great project for leftover yarn. The pattern includes several variations. Easy and quick to crochet.

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These two door guards are especially popular with children. They can finally signal without a key that the door should stay closed. The door guards are available as a little bear or an owl and can of course hang on any door, including the bathroom or toilet door.

They are available individually or as a saver set. Both are very easy to crochet and are also suitable for beginners with basic skills.

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This belt pouch holds the most important things. Very useful when you want to keep your hands free, and decorative too. 

Recommended for experienced crocheters.

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The ugly tissue boxes can be hidden very decoratively in this pretty cover. A great gift for many occasions, including for a nursery when a baby is born. This box even looks great on the dining table. That way, tissues are always close at hand anywhere.

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Toddlers are absolutely thrilled with a bag like this. It fits perfectly on their Puky, tricycle, or balance bike. There are so many ideas for what can go inside.

A lovely project for experienced crocheters.

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The Leftover Eaters Gang is fun and very functional. It will save any children's birthday party, because little gifts can be hidden inside. And afterward, the Leftover Eaters can stand on a desk or shelf and guard pens or other little treasures.

Super easy to crochet and a great opportunity to use up all kinds of leftovers. Even buttons can still be put to good use here.

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A pillow with two different patterns—here you can switch up your décor however the mood strikes. Easy to knit and cuddly soft.

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This shoulder bag for toddlers can be used as a kindergarten bag or simply be a favorite companion on walks. The strap can be adjusted to different sizes and, of course, crocheted to any length you like.

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Ladybugs in the kitchen that are also happy to be on hand when it's time to protect your hands from hot pots—that brings joy and good cheer. The two are very easy to crochet and make a wonderful gift, too. A decorative highlight in any kitchen!

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Toddlers are especially delighted when they can serve their dolls the same food they like themselves. The noodles, the toast with butter, the fried egg, and the vegetables are all very easy to crochet. And it finally puts a few scraps of leftover yarn to good use.

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The little ones need a shopping bag for their pretend store, too. And if it can also be filled with carrots and lemons, the joy is huge. Everything is easy to crochet, even for beginners with basic skills.

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Wow, you’ve really produced a lot more—hats off to you all!

Bastelfan, you’ve put your leftover yarn to such lovely use. I really like everything.

Claudia, you’ve been very hard at work again—it’s really impressive how many nests you’ve crocheted. I have to say, with my fourth nest now, I’m reaching the limits of what my wrist can handle. That’s why this will probably be my last nest—I’ll finish crocheting it tonight. If my arm feels better in the next few days, I’ll finish a fifth one over the weekend.

Here’s how it looks so far:

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Mel, you’ve made a lot of nests too—really great! Since I still have a little time left, I’ll see if I can manage a few more. How do you handle the information slip? Do you just write down the yarn composition?

Marion, I like your pillow. It’s something completely different. I’m curious to see the back...

Wow, Claudia, you’ve created so many nests! I’m way behind with my nearly 4 nests so far.

knitting with yak wool

Knitting a tunic

All the best for your birthday, a wonderful celebration with lots of surprises and a truly fantastic year ahead!

Best wishes,
Monika

This tunic can also be worn well in winter with a basic shirt underneath and matching leggings. In summer, it is wonderfully airy. It has a heart lace pattern in the chest area and a pretty lace-pattern hem. It is slightly waisted for a figure-hugging fit. 

A very nice project for experienced knitters.

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I’m still working on the nests for the Australian animals. I’m just finishing up the third one.

Bobble pattern

This winter set for babies was knitted from leftover sock yarn from a pair of leggings. The hat, neck scarf, mittens, and socks are quick and easy to knit. Here you’ll also learn the easy-to-knit mowi heel.

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Little ones love being able to feed their dolls and stuffed animals the same food they have on their own plates. This play kitchen food is quick and easy to crochet from leftover yarn.

Everything is clearly explained and suitable for beginners. Basic crochet skills are required.

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This little bag for 10 Tempo tissues is perfect for using up various leftover yarn scraps. It’s quick and easy to crochet and also makes a lovely gift.

Various versions are described in detail.

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Crocheting a jasmine pattern

This cover for a tissue box is also very well received. It is a joy to give as a gift and can be used in many different ways. It even makes a pretty decoration on the dining table and is extremely useful. Tissues are always needed in a hurry.

It’s best to crochet several in lots of colors right away and use up leftover yarn while you’re at it.

The pattern is very easy to understand and suitable for beginners with basic knowledge.

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This pinafore skirt for toddlers is something special and delights many users. That’s because it’s very easy to knit and fits ages 1.5 to 5 years.

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You’ll have lots of fun knitting this round collar and shoulder warmer, as the enthusiasm of many users shows. It is very easy to knit, even for beginners, with a great result. Basic knitting skills are required. Everything else is explained in great detail.

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The socks featuring the ingeniously easy-to-knit mowi heel have already made many users happy. Finally, the problem with the heel—which many people shy away from—has been solved.

The pattern is very well explained, even in 4 different sizes, and it shows how to adapt it for each size.

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This cute doll sweater with a side button placket—every doll mom will love it. After all, a real baby could wear this outfit too. The sweater fits dolls approximately 45–50 cm tall and is knitted as a top-down raglan. 

It’s easy to follow and yields a beautiful result.

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Simple double crochet

You simply have to try the mowi heel, which is easy as pie to knit. It makes knitting socks really quick and easy. Many enthusiastic users can confirm this.

The pattern includes 4 example sizes and a list for other sizes. Everything is explained and shown super simply. However, you should have some knitting experience.

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Yes, Petra, I’ll check on that. Are the nests washed before they’re shipped? They’re made with new yarn, after all. I’ll definitely include a note with the exact composition.

When are you planning to send the nests?

The sun is shining here—the weather has been beautiful for days now.

Picking up stitches

Happy birthday and best wishes for a year filled with joy, good health, and wonderful experiences!

All my love
Monika

Wishing you a very happy birthday, Susi, and a wonderful, successful year ahead!

Best
wishes, Monika

Thanks, Petra—that really helps. I’d also understood that you only need to include the label if you’re using animal-based yarn.

I just finished the second nest—this time a bit smaller, 10 cm in diameter. I really enjoy crocheting the nests, even if other projects have to take a back seat for now.

It’s amazing how helpful everyone is. I think that’s great! I’ll take a look on Facebook, too—I’m not in the group yet. I didn’t know anything about the checklists yet either; I’d only received the patterns. Thanks for the info.

Lace-patterned shawl

test knitter

provisional cast-on

Wow, you guys are fast! So many nests are already finished. I’ve only managed to make one so far, and I’ve started the next one.

Unfortunately, I don’t always have the label for my old leftover yarn. You need that, right? If not, I’d have even more yarn available. At least I know what it’s made of.

In any case, I’m going to keep crocheting and have put everything else on hold for now so I can send out a few nests.

By the way, I’m really happy that we’re already crocheting—and sewing—together here for Australia. Quite a lot is coming together. I’ve already shared it on all my Facebook channels, too.

I crocheted the “Eucalyptus Heart” pattern, measuring 12 x 12 cm. It can be used in many ways. Now I’m going to crochet more bird nests in different sizes.

Sewing sweatpants

Dear Anja,
I’d like to congratulate you on successfully completing another year, and I wish you health, joy, happiness, and plenty of time for the beautiful things in life in the year ahead.

All the best
Monika

Crocheting granny squares

Marlene, I like your poncho, too. It already looks really great.

Claudia, I’m also crocheting bird’s nests. I’ll definitely finish at least two and send them off once they’re done. There are a few things you absolutely need to keep in mind—Mel will let you know.

Now I actually have 5 projects in the works. Although my long-term UFO—the crocheted sleeping bag for the dolls—is still waiting for better times. I’ll definitely get the small parts finished.

I’m currently stuck on no fewer than four craft projects. But I want to finish them all this month.

My sweater is on hold because I can’t decide how to continue knitting it. But I’ll figure it out eventually.

A warm, cozy set for a baby, made from sock yarn, can quickly be knitted from leftover yarn. It consists of a hat, mittens, a cowl, and booties knitted with the simple mowi heel.

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One weekend project made from leftover yarn is this cute doll set—consisting of a raglan jacket and a hat. It fits dolls (and teddy bears) measuring about 45–50 cm, including Baby Born.

Every doll mom is sure to love it.

Easy to knit if you have some knitting experience.

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Since we still have a few cold days ahead of us, an eye-catching cabled headband like this is a great weekend project. It’s easy to knit if you already have solid knitting experience.

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This tissue box decorated with butterflies and hearts is a pretty Easter gift, and it already brings spring to the table. Any colors can be combined here to perfectly match your decor.

The box is easy to crochet, even for beginners with basic knowledge. Everything is explained very well.

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This sweet baby pinafore dress fits from approx. 6–18 months and has a perfect fit. It is easy to knit, has no seams, and looks absolutely adorable. 

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This baby pinafore dress fits for even longer, up to approx. 3 years. It grows along in a wondrous way. And it is just as easy to knit as the previous one.

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Another step up is this pinafore dress for toddlers, which fits from 1.5 to 5 years. It transforms into a little skirt. That way, the favorite piece lasts a long time. It is just as easy to knit as the two previous ones.

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It's best to start knitting this pretty poncho shawl now. That way, the long winter evenings will be put to very good use, and by spring you'll have a pretty garment with a lace pattern and waves ready to wear.

Recommended for experienced knitters. 

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This door-guard owl makes a great Easter gift. If it’s found in the nest, the Easter Bunny will really score some points. Kids especially love it. It sits on the doorknob to make sure no one enters the room when it displays “Stop.”

The owl is very easy to crochet, even for beginners with basic skills. Everything is explained clearly. It’s also a great way to use up leftover yarn.

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Happy birthday, and for the coming year of your life, health, joy, and lots of whatever you wish for.

Best wishes
Monika

Knitting a winter sweater

Mel, that sounds great... nests for animals in Australia. Is this related to the wildfire-affected areas? That’s really a good idea. Would you mind telling us more about it? I’m interested. You’ll show us the finished nests, right? And your sweater, too—I’m curious to see that.

My projects are coming along. The cowl for me is being knitted from scraps left over from Linja’s sweater. And the hat for my husband is taking shape, too.

Here’s what both pieces look like right now: