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Thanks, Mel and Marion! :)

Marion, your pillow looks really interesting. That’s a great idea for using up leftover yarn.

Mel, your hat and scarf look great. Very simple to knit but with a fantastic effect. It doesn’t always have to be complicated.

My slippers are finished now—the sole is attached. Here’s what they look like now:



Now I’ve already started on more footwear—baby booties for Juna. I’ll show them to you when I’m done. After that, I’ll make some more little slippers for Juna. Even after felting them three times, the finished ones didn’t turn out as small as I’d actually wanted. Now I’m making an even smaller size. I’ll probably use thinner yarn for this tiny size. She won’t need the shoes until next fall anyway.

Thank you very much! :)

I’d like to echo these wishes. May 2020 be a truly wonderful and happy year for all of you, and may it bring you many blessings in every way.

Dear Petra, I’m deeply moved by your story, and I still have tears in my eyes... So much of it reminded me of my own childhood. However, I had parents with big hearts. 

Thank you so much for sharing it with us here!

I wish you a wonderful New Year filled with lots of great ideas!

Warm regards
Monika

We’ll be cozying up at home with friends and enjoying healthy treats like vegetable chips, pizza bites, pumpkin quiche, and red wine.

Happy birthday and wishing you a wonderful new year of life!

Best wishes,
Monika

Mel, you’ve been busy again. Yeah, I’d like that yarn, too. The shawl looks great! It’s nice to see you more active here again. :)

Marion, that looks like a Tunisian crochet pillow. It’ll definitely be very pretty when it’s finished.

I’ll show you a project here that I’ve been knitting for myself over the last few days—slippers made from thick wool. But I didn’t felt them this time. I knitted them using a pattern for cabin slippers by babka, which I modified slightly. What I really like about them is that I only needed a little bit of yarn, and they were quick and easy to make. The part that took the longest was the leather sole. For that, I used Schnuckelina’s pattern. The result turned out really great. Tonight I sewed the leather soles onto the bottom. I’ll take a photo of the final result tomorrow in daylight.

This is what they looked like without the leather sole. I stretched them to fit my foot size while sewing them on. It worked out great.



Using this pattern, I’ve now also knitted some slippers for Juna, though I felted these ones. They’ve already gone through two cycles in the washing machine, and there’s a third cycle to go. After that, I’ll sew leather soles onto them as well. Here’s what they look like now:

If you received some sock yarn as a gift, I have some lovely baby and toddler projects for you here. Leggings are all the rage this time of year because they keep you nice and warm and are also super comfortable. And best of all: they’re quick and easy to knit.

Click here for the knitting pattern for the model for babies aged 3–18 months



This 4-piece set can be knitted from the leftover yarn.
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These sock yarn leggings fit ages 3–5.
Click here for the knitting pattern.

Oh Sandra, I hope your guys get back on their feet soon so you can get some rest, too. There’s still a little time left before the trip.

We had a wonderful time with friends, too. The gifts were a big hit with the grandkids and the parents, too. My friend was also very happy with the scarf. And other than that, we exchanged small gifts that mean a lot to us.

I’m still enjoying the afterglow, and I think everyday life won’t really kick in again until next year.

All the best on completing another trip around the sun, Rosalinde! Enjoy this Boxing Day as your own personal birthday celebration and let yourself be showered with gifts.

Warm regards
Monika

Happy birthday, Verena, on your birthday as a Christmas baby. Hopefully you’ll get twice as many gifts and be thoroughly spoiled today. Have a wonderful time with your guests!

All my love
Monika

Happy birthday, Claudia, on your very own special day! Today you’re getting double the gifts, because you’re a Christmas baby. Enjoy this special day with your loved ones. I wish you lots of joy.

With love
Monika

With this Christmas angel, which we have at home, I wish all of you here joyful, healthy Christmas holidays with your loved ones. Enjoy the time together with lovely conversations and treats from your Christmas kitchen. The Christ Child or Santa Claus will surely not forget any of you.

Christmas greetings
Monika

Sandra, I think your bag for the theater tickets is great—it’s sure to go over well. Your husband will probably indeed prefer sewn gift wrapping.

Claudia, you’ve been super productive. Everything is just wonderful! The fact that your husband sewed a dress for you—wow! By the way, it really suits you.

Wow, you’ve all conjured up some beautiful things again. I’m away for just a few days, and things are already in full swing. I especially like the New Year’s Eve firecracker. Sandra, that’s a great idea. It looks cute. I hope you get well soon and are back on your feet for Christmas. It’s probably been a bit much for you lately… especially when I think of Anton. Take some time to rest—you definitely need it.

Marion, your moose must have really wanted to celebrate Christmas with you guys. It turned out great. And your little crochet projects, too.

Petra, your gloves and soap pouches look fantastic as well. Practical items are always a hit. With gloves, the thumb isn’t that important. These two look as if they could be worn on either hand.

Ruth, your star blanket is great, too. It’s actually too nice to put the tree on top of it. It would make a lovely doily.

Marlene, thanks for the impressive photos. Wow!

With my sweater, I’ve now finished the back all the way to the top. It’s on hold for now.

But I’ve finished the two slippers for Linja, with leather soles on the bottom. After the second round of felting, they fit perfectly now.

Using a different pattern, I just whipped up some more slippers in a flash with some beautiful, colorful yarn I traded for. They’re in the washing machine right now. And when they come out, hopefully they’ll fit Juna next year when she starts walking. I’ll add leather soles to those, too.

Now I’m knitting another pair out of purple yarn using the same simple pattern. Those will go in the washing machine later, too. They’ll be slippers that will fit Linja by the end of next year—the next size up.

Photos will follow later...

I wish you all a wonderful 4th Sunday of Advent!

Best, Monika

Happy birthday, Crisalino. Enjoy being spoiled today with delicious food and wonderful gifts.

Best wishes,
Monika

Wishing you a very happy birthday, a wonderful day, and a truly fantastic year ahead. I also wish you good health and lots of joy.

Warm regards,
Monika

A little pouch like this for 10 Tempo tissues can be crocheted wonderfully from colorful leftover yarn. You’re guaranteed to finish it in one weekend. It’s also great to crochet while traveling.

That way you’ll always have a nice gift ready, even matching clothing or other items.

Easy to crochet, also for beginners with basic knowledge. Several variations are presented in the pattern.

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These fun ladybug pot holders are a great weekend project. They add a splash of color to the kitchen and are perfect for hot pots and baking sheets.

Easy to crochet, even for beginners with basic skills.

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Socks are also great to knit on vacation. They require very little yarn, and this pattern even uses just 3 needles.

What makes this pattern special is the mowi heel—it’s incredibly easy to knit. You’ll be able to manage it even if you’ve been hesitant to knit a heel before.

The pattern includes several sizes, so now the whole family can get new socks from you.

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This cowl / shoulder warmer is a great beginner project. It’s perfect for the cooler months and is quick and easy to knit. It also makes a great gift.

Basic knitting skills are required.

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This baby sleeping bag made from warm merino wool is also very relaxing to knit, for example while watching TV. It fits ages 3–12 months.

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Leggings are also relaxing to knit. This pair fits ages 1.5 to 3 years and can also be knitted from regular sock yarn.

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For children ages 3 to 5, these leggings can be knitted from thicker sock yarn. Just as easy and relaxing—and seamless.

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Doll clothes are a great way to relax. The best part: they are finished quickly, and you can also use up leftover yarn. These doll clothes fit dolls approx. 45-50 cm tall, so they also fit Baby Born.

These doll clothes also fit small newborns or preemies. For doll moms, they are something special because they look like clothes for a real baby.

When the doll is lying in the sleeping bag, the doll mom will surely be much more willing to go to bed too.

To the knitting pattern for the sleeping bag



To the knitting pattern for two different pairs of pants - easy to knit.



To the knitting pattern for the Schlüttli jacket with hat (RVO)



To the knitting pattern for the sweater with side button placket (RVO)

The current Top 3 in mowi19's shop


Top 1: The socks with the brilliantly easy-to-knit mowi heel. With these, you're guaranteed to get good results the easy way.

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Top 2: The colorful children's jacket with hood and pockets (RVO) - fits sizes 92 - 104

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Top 3: The leggings for toddlers made from sock yarn - fits sizes 98 to 104/110

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The all-time Top 3 in mowi19's shop


Top 1: Here too, the socks with the mowi heel - brilliantly easy (see above)


Top 2: The shoulder warmer and cowl - ideal for beginners (with basic knowledge)

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Top 3: The growing pinafore dress for toddlers - fits ages 1.5 to 5 years

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Even babies need a jacket—and here, the hat comes right along with it. The set is knitted from thicker sock yarn and features a pretty pattern that looks great from both sides. It fits ages 3–12 months.

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Note: There are also matching pants with cuffs available.

This colorful children’s jacket made of soft merino wool is cozy and warm, very comfortable, and has everything kids need—a hood and pockets. It fits sizes 92–104 and is knitted top down in raglan style.

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With this poncho made from cozy, soft sock yarn, your shoulders and back will always stay nice and warm. Your arms stay free, and nothing feels constricting. The poncho fits in any bag, so it’s easy to take with you and have it quickly on hand when it gets chilly.

Easy to knit, also a great TV project.

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You can start knitting this pretty poncho shawl with a lace pattern and waves right now. Then it will be finished right on time for spring and ready to wear out. A lovely challenge with a great result for advanced knitters. It can be worn both as a poncho and as a shawl.

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The romantic summer skirt is also perfect for spring. It can also be easily adapted to a smaller size, for example for children.

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A tunic with a heart lace pattern and special accents is just right for warm spring walks. It can be knitted in one piece and has a perfect fit thanks to the defined waist. Fits sizes 38–42.

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This “Blue Wave” summer top hints at a fresh breeze and brings the sea and beach to mind. It is a lovely challenge for experienced knitters with its pretty lace pattern.

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These baby pants can be knitted with short or longer legs and are just the right clothing for summer walks. They fit at about 6 months and can still be worn at 1.5 years.

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And of course the teddies need summer clothes too. This sporty summer set was designed for Fynn and fits teddies about 25–30 cm tall.

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If you want to bring spring into your home right after Christmas, then crochet yourself this spring meadow. It will also have you perfectly prepared for Easter. It includes various placemats and coasters with a flower border. Plus scattered flower decorations and many different egg cozies, some of which look very funny.

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Of course, warm knitted socks are a must in winter. If only it weren’t for the heel.
Here comes the truly brilliantly simple solution with the mowi heel. It really is easy to knit. Here it’s even explained using only 3 needles, the CraSy Trio. That makes it even easier.

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Once you’ve had some practice and a little challenge sounds just right, I recommend these socks in a mix of patterns. Of course, they’re also knitted with the mowi heel.

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Of course, hats are a must in winter. Ideally for the whole family. Here I’ll show you some special designs.

Let’s start with babies and toddlers. This hat is easy to put on and take off thanks to the buttons at the front. It has a knitted-on collar, so the head and neck stay warm at the same time. The hat is very easy to knit.

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For older children, there is also a hat with a scarf collar. It has a special knit pattern that not only looks great, but also creates an air cushion and therefore keeps you nice and warm. 

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For women, there’s a colorful, cuddly-soft rainbow set consisting of a hat and a loop scarf. Both are very easy to knit.

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For men, there’s a set consisting of a hat and a particularly comfortable scarf. You can simply pull it over your head and it stays in position. It can’t slip out of place.

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For women, there’s another eye-catcher: a headband with a cable twist.

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Men want to stay nice and warm in winter, too. This cable-pattern vest made of merino wool is just the thing, and it suits almost any occasion.

Recommended for advanced knitters. Size 48/50 is described.

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This children’s sweater with a collar, button placket, and color accents is knitted from sock yarn. It’s easy to make, provided you have knitting experience. A great project to work on while watching TV! It fits sizes 86–98, so it grows with the child for a while.

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These arm warmers have a cable pattern made up only of knit and purl stitches. It’s easy to knit and looks very pretty.

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This poncho made from sock yarn is wonderfully warm without being constricting. Your arms stay free, while your shoulders and back are cozily wrapped. For me, it’s indispensable, because I can even do housework in it.

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Christina, that’s really sad, and I completely understand how much you miss your furry friend. Maybe a new cat will find its way to you. I wish that for you with all my heart.

Many years ago, we had to put our budgie to sleep, and I grieved for a very long time.

A lovely warm sleeping bag made from merino wool—that’s just what a baby needs to feel cozy in winter. This one fits from 3 to at least 12 months. It’s easy to knit.

To the knitting pattern for the baby sleeping bag





The baby doll (43–50 cm) also needs a warm sleeping bag. This one also fits small newborns, and it’s easy to knit as well.

To the knitting pattern for the doll sleeping bag (for dolls and teddies up to 50 cm tall)




And there is also a mini sleeping bag for very small dolls and stuffed animals about 20 cm tall. The pattern presents two different models.

To the knitting pattern for the mini sleeping bag

For babies and children, leggings are an absolute must-have for winter clothing. They are comfortable and keep them wonderfully cozy and warm. In my shop, you’ll find patterns for different sizes. All of them are easy to knit—some with sock yarn.

Go to the knitting pattern for the baby leggings – fits from 3 to 18 months



Go to the knitting pattern for the 4-piece winter set for babies, made from the leftover yarn from the leggings



Go to the knitting pattern for the leggings for toddlers – fits from 1.5 to 3 years



Go to the knitting pattern for the children’s leggings – fits from 3 to 5 years

Happy birthday! I wish you a joyful day filled with lots of lovely surprises.

Best wishes
Monika

Happy birthday, Lisa! Have a wonderful day and let yourself be spoiled and showered with gifts.

Warm
regards, Monika

Marion, your angel looks great. It’s sure to bring a lot of joy when it arrives.

We’re having spring-like weather here today with sunshine, and we’re going to take advantage of it for a walk right away.
I wish you all here a wonderful day!

Best wishes, Monika

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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These cuddly warm leggings for babies made from sock yarn are perfect for knitting on the side. They fit from 3 to 18 months and are worked in one piece. Even the thickest diaper fits inside, including cloth diapers.

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This pretty set for babies can be knitted from the leftovers from these leggings. There is enough for a hat, mittens, socks, and a comfortable neck warmer. Everything is very easy to knit. 

The special part: With the socks, you’ll get to know and love the mowi heel, which is very easy to knit.

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For toddlers, leggings are the perfect clothing right now. They keep them nice and warm and are also comfortable. Easy to knit for anyone with knitting experience. This pair grows a little with your child. It fits from size 98 to 104/110.

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A sleeping bag for dolls, teddy bears and newborns (43-50 cm) - that is always on trend. With this little trick, children will surely be much happier to go to bed when their own favorite is already tucked into the sleeping bag.

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Dolls (43-50 cm) need warm pants too. Here are two different designs at once. Both are easy to knit, and a few colorful leftover yarns are enough.

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To match, there is a Schlüttli with hat in the same size. The doll mommy will be delighted, because this clothing also fits a real baby.

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This sweater with a side button placket in the same size also goes wonderfully with the pants. Like the Schlüttli, it is knitted with RVO and is easy to make.

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You can knit these socks even if you have avoided the heel until now. The mowi heel is ingeniously easy to knit. It is explained here with the CraSy Trio, meaning with 3 needles.

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This sweater fits small teddy bears measuring 25-30 cm. I designed it for my Fynn. It is knitted with raglan from the bottom up and is easy to make.

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Always on trend, very pretty and super practical is this round collar. It warms the neck and shoulders and is totally easy to knit. Ideal for beginners with basic knowledge.

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This grow-with-me little pinafore dress for toddlers with knitted-in hearts is always on trend. That's because, amazingly, it grows with the child from 1.5 to 5 years. Yes, it is a true quick-change artist. And it is easy to knit, in one piece.

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Absolutely timeless and sure to stay on trend for a long time is this cover for Tempo tissue boxes. This even lets you use Tempos as decoration, and for environmentally minded people even as a napkin substitute.

Easy to crochet from leftover yarn. Colorful leftover yarn is perfectly sufficient here.

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Wow, Sandra, that looks great! What a lovely gift.

The idea with the crocheted envelope is fantastic—it could have come straight from me (grin);-).
I actually had the same thought, but then decided against it because I still have some pretty fabric bags in stock. For example, I packed the socks for my girlfriend in one of those fabric bags.

Yes, I’ve finished all my gifts, and most of them have already been sent. 

All the best and everything lovely for your birthday, and a day full of joy. Treat yourself well and let yourself be celebrated.

Warm regards
Monika

Happy birthday! I hope that in this new year of your life, everything goes just as you wish and that you stay healthy.

Warm regards,
Monika

Happy birthday, Anja! Treat yourself especially well today.

All the best
Monika

Yes, I’m right on schedule, too. Today I sent the Christmas package to my grandchildren. I’ve also bought everything I need for a delicious meal, and our Christmas guests are here. Now Christmas can come.

A timeless gift that’s always well received is this tissue box, decorated with butterflies and hearts. It can be crocheted from leftover yarn in any color combination and fits just as well in the bathroom as it does on the dining room table. The possible uses are many. (For example, in the car instead of a toilet paper roll)

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The shoulder warmer or round collar is a great project for beginners (with basic skills). It’s easy to knit and looks great. It’s sure to be a hit as a gift, too.

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The socks with the ingeniously easy-to-knit mowi heel have already helped many users experience their first successes in sock knitting. You’ll get hooked as soon as you start. Finally, those tricky heels are a thing of the past.

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This baby pinafore dress with knitted-in hearts fits from 6 to 18 months and has a perfect fit. It’s easy to knit in one piece.

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The next dress even fits from 1.5 to 5 years. It’s a true quick-change artist—to the delight of all knitting grandmas and moms. Just as easy to knit, seamless, and also with a knitted-in heart pattern.

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This dress can also be worn for a long time—from 6 months to 3 years. It has 3 rows of heart pattern and, like the other two dresses, is knitted in one piece.

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If you haven’t been too keen on knitting socks so far, that might change now. That’s because the mowi heel is ingeniously easy to knit—without a heel cap. And it still fits perfectly.

The pattern covers various sock sizes, so you can delight the whole family with socks.

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Here the doll (or teddy) gets clothes just like a real baby. The cardigan and hat fit a size of 45-50 cm. And they’re easy to knit.

The doll’s mommy will throw her arms around you! The cardigan goes perfectly with one of the two pairs of pants already featured above.

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And there is also a sweater with a side button placket in the same size. It is also knitted raglan from the top down and goes wonderfully with the above-mentioned pants.

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These cute pants for dolls measuring 45–50 cm can be knitted quickly and easily from leftover yarn. A lovely extra Christmas gift that’s sure to bring joy.

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Every doll mommy wants a sleeping bag for her doll (or stuffed animal) that looks like one for a real baby.

This one fits dolls measuring 45–50 cm, including Baby Born. It is easy to knit, provided you have knitting experience. Everything is well described.

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