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I also have a few closet shelves full, plus baskets, and I’ll be starting to work through it all in January 2020. This time, I’m going to stick with it for at least the whole year.

To be honest, I don’t even want to count how much yarn there is. In any case, you can create so many beautiful things with it.

YES, I’m in! :) I’d love to join, and this time I really want to stick with it—the whole year.

I’ll stock up my supplies accordingly, especially with different colors, so I’m well-prepared for any situation. And then we’re good to go. Next year, I’ll also weigh every finished piece so that by the end, I’ll know just how big those mountains of knitted wool are.

If I’ve managed 10 months, the whole year will definitely be a breeze. ;-)

The baby winter set includes the pattern for cute baby socks. Here, too, you'll learn how to knit the simple mowi heel. Tips for larger sizes are included.

To keep the baby from kicking the socks off, they are equipped with a little tie ribbon. These socks will also still fit a one-year-old and can be knitted nicely from leftover yarn.

Go to the knitting pattern here

If you haven’t felt like knitting socks so far, the mowi heel makes it so easy that you’ll only want to knit socks. I describe 4 different size examples with all the individual rows and using 3 needles (CraSy Trio). If you prefer to knit with a set of double-pointed needles, you can of course use the mowi heel that way too.

Some knitting experience is an advantage. Click here for the knitting pattern

Oh, Mel, maybe it’ll comfort you to know you’re not the only one dealing with mistakes and having to rip out your work. Oh well, you’ll finish your scarf anyway. Quieter days are coming up again, with plenty of time for knitting or crocheting.

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

Marion, I’ve just found a dog motif - take a look here (what a coincidence):
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/54535/strickanleitung-spueltuch-happy-dog-in-doubleface

Best with Leftovers in October: leftover yarn is great to use up
I knitted the baby set for my granddaughter from leftovers.
And the sample socks for my 3-year-old granddaughter were also knitted from leftover yarn.

Shopping Queen / King in October:
I really went for it again in October and simply couldn’t resist. Here is part of the yarn. The rest is still on its way by mail. But I didn’t buy this yarn; I swapped for it online on an exchange platform.




Buying patterns: become a Crazypatterns Queen/King
In October I was happy about my prize from the review campaign and immediately bought a pattern with it. 

Wish List Booster / Watch List Booster
Since I want to use my store credit to fulfill a few wishes, I added more to my watch list.

Sock Queen / Sock King in October
In October I finished knitting 3 pairs of socks - for the grandbaby, for my 3-year-old granddaughter, and for my friend. 

Busy Little Helper in October
I finished knitting the following handmade projects in October:

• a four-piece baby set consisting of a hat, neck warmer, gloves, and socks (photo below)
• socks for my granddaughter
• socks for my friend
• a sleeve scarf for my granddaughter

I also started two new projects:
     a sweater for my granddaughter
     a cardigan for my husband

Here are the photos:



3 new patterns in October - fitting the current season - suitable for leftover yarn, mini projects 

1. The cardigan with hat for dolls and teddy bears or newborns



2. The leggings for dolls - great for leftover yarn



3. The winter set for babies - hat, neck warmer, gloves, and little socks/baby booties




I developed further as a designer in October.

For the first time, I learned about a neck warmer, and then I designed one myself and knitted it for my granddaughter so that her arms would stay warm at night in her sleeping bag.

Well, I’m finally back home and have a little time again to actively participate here.

Ina, your pointed hat looks cute. You had a nice vacation in Holland. Beach walks like that can be very relaxing even at this time of year. The photos you’re sharing are really beautiful! I attended a training session on health. This topic is very close to my heart—it’s one of my “side jobs” to share my knowledge with interested people.

In the car and in the evenings, I actually finished knitting another pair of socks for my girlfriend—with the mowi heel, of course. Here’s how they look now.



Today I’ll keep working on the cardigan for my husband. In between, I’ll work on the sweater for Linja from time to time. Both should be finished in November.

Marion, I’d also like to congratulate you on this amazing achievement! :)
That’s really hard to top. Absolutely fantastic!

I stuck with it for 10 months too and realized just how much yarn I’d knitted up. That’s a great sense of accomplishment. But then I started running out of certain colors or even whole skeins... well, and then I gave in. But that’s okay. A shopping spree is nice every once in a while, too. :)

So just enjoy shopping now! After such a long time, it’s a very special feeling.

I always cast off using a larger knitting needle to make it looser—especially for cuffs.
I use a crochet hook to cast off when I’m joining two pieces of knitting. It looks great and doesn’t leave the usual seam.

Akela, I like your leg warmers too. 

I started November with a few socks for my friend - partly in the car and partly in the evening. They were finished last night after the drive back from a weekend trip.
Of course, they were knitted with the simple mowi heel. 

This is what they look like finished.

How cute are these, Claudia! :) Funny little ghosts that are sure to spread some cheer.

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

Wow, you’ve finished some beautiful things! Each one is more beautiful than the last.

Ina, that hat looks great—I love the pattern.
Petra, your light-up bottle is awesome—it looks so cozy.
Marlene, it’s often the little things that are in demand and go over well. The Christmas tree bookmark is a great idea.

I’m currently in training and can only knit in the evenings. Tonight I’ll finish one sock. Since I also knit in the car, there’s a good chance I’ll come home with two finished socks. I’ll give those to my friend, who loves knitted socks.

Dolls and teddy bears want to be cozy and warm, too—and nice and colorful as well. This cardigan with the matching hat fits dolls and teddy bears measuring 45–50 cm, as well as tiny newborns.

You’re sure to make a doll mom very happy with this—either now or for Christmas.

Both are easy to knit with the pattern.

To the knitting pattern here

Kids need comfortable clothes that also keep them nice and warm. These leggings are just the thing. They’re perfect for 3- to 4-year-olds.

Easy to knit with this knitting pattern.

Click here for the knitting pattern

This baby winter set is just what your baby needs right now. It consists of a comfortable scarf collar, hat, mittens, and socks knitted with the simple mowi heel. The socks have a cord so they don’t get lost, as do the mittens.

All pieces are easy to knit from leftover yarn.

Go to the knitting pattern here

Yes, Josefa, this is a craft group. And it’s really fun to be part of it. There are always lots of beautiful projects to see.

I’d love to join again in November.

Best regards, Monika

Yes, dear Sofi, that’s what I wish for you from the bottom of my heart, too.

All the best on your special birthday. I wish you everything that makes life beautiful and brings you happiness.

Warmly
Monika

Welcome, Akela! It’s great to hear from you again. :)

These baby shoes with hearts are very easy to crochet, as long as you have the basic skills. Of course, they look cute in any color. Leftover yarn is more than enough here.

Just get started right away. :)

Click here for the crochet pattern

I’ve tried a lot of things—I like crocheting and knitting best. I also did a lot of sewing when my son was little. Maybe I’ll get back into it someday.

Embroidery used to be one of my favorite hobbies, too. Right now, though, I don’t have the time or patience for it.

I did try Tunisian crochet, but I realized it’s not really my thing.

One more thing comes to mind. When my son was little, more than 30 years ago, I also enjoyed sculpting figures out of Fimo. Crafting was all the rage back then, too. 

A pair of wrist warmers like this is extremely practical, because men often like to keep their hands free so they can really get a good grip. These come as a matching set for two, which strengthens that feeling of togetherness.

Very easy to knit from leftover yarn in your favorite colors—and your man's, of course. The ideal way to use up leftovers.

Go to the knitting pattern here



Our men don’t want their heads and necks to get cold either. And it should be comfortable, too.
That’s why a hat with a cowl—which you simply pull over your head—is just the thing.

The knitting pattern creates a cushion of air that provides extra warmth.

Easy to knit if you have some knitting experience.

Click here for the knitting pattern

A wonderful vest with a cable pattern made of warm merino wool is a Christmas gift that men are sure to love. After all, they want to stay warm and look stylish, too. The vest is perfect for almost any occasion. The pattern is for size 48/50.

Recommended for experienced knitters.

Click here for the knitting pattern.

Happy birthday! I wish you a truly fantastic celebration with everything that brings you joy. Enjoy it and celebrate yourself and life!

Warm regards
Monika

Good question. :)
I hope we’re all healthy, and I’m already looking forward to some nice conversations. My friend is coming to visit us for four weeks, and that’s a wonderful gift.
Plus, I have the best husband in the world—my greatest gift in life.

We only give Christmas gifts to our grandchildren these days; we just treat each other to little things every now and then. As a special exception, my friend is getting gifts this time—just as a thank-you for being in our lives.

A delicious vegan meal with the family, homemade, is of course also an absolute highlight.

Whether we’ll see the grandkids is still up in the air. But that’s not all that important to me, especially at Christmas. There are other occasions, after all, and those feel just like Christmas. :)

This cute kids’ sweater made from sock yarn with a button placket in the front is also perfect for knitting in the evening while watching TV. It fits toddlers in sizes 86–98. The sleeves and length can be adjusted as desired. The sweater is knitted without seams.

Basic knitting skills and some knitting experience should be available.

Click here for the knitting pattern

Every baby could use a cozy, warm sleeping bag like this right now. It’s a great project to knit while watching TV. It fits babies up to one year old.

Basic knitting skills and some knitting experience are required.

Go to the knitting pattern here

This cozy, warm poncho made from soft sock yarn is absolutely perfect for TV nights. If you have basic knitting skills, it’s very easy.

The poncho is super comfortable, because it keeps your entire upper body warm while leaving your arms free. It’s also lightweight and easy to take with you anywhere.

Click here for the knitting pattern

Mel and Petra, you have some really lovely projects in the works. That embroidery is absolutely adorable.

I have two projects on the needles: a chunky cardigan for my husband and a sweater for my granddaughter.

This baby jacket is knitted in a pretty knit-and-purl pattern that can even be used on both sides. There’s also a matching hat.

The jacket is knitted from 6-ply sock yarn and is cozy and warm. It fits babies from about 3 to 12 months.

Note: There is also a matching pair of bloomers.

Click here for the knitting pattern for the baby jacket with matching hat

This newborn baby jacket with a hood and lace pattern is somewhat reminiscent of traditional folk costume style. It is made from thick cotton, but can also be knitted from merino wool. It will definitely fit up to the age of 3 months, and certainly longer for small, delicate babies.

A very pretty project for experienced knitters, also great as a gift for a new baby.

To the knitting pattern here

What a beautiful photo, Christina! It already looks amazing.

@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.

Monday started with a delicious pumpkin quiche. It was definitely worth the effort.
Since the weather is very autumnal, I’ve been catching up on a lot of things around the house.

Wow, Ruth, you really have the patience of a saint. I used to do a lot of embroidery, too. But I wouldn’t feel like doing that now, especially not on that scale. Hats off to you!

I also think your felted jacket is very pretty. It’s great that it’s become your daughter’s favorite jacket.

Claudia, thank you so much for your felting tips. I haven’t dared to wash it at 60 degrees yet. Even at 40 degrees, it’s already shrunk by about a third.

Yes, the yarn is actually 50 m/50 g. I think I’ve started my ninth skein now. It’s really quite a challenge to work with. It slides pretty well on the needle, but sliding the stitches along the long cable really takes a toll on my wrists. I can manage at most one skein a day.

Knitting is also much slower than with thinner yarn. I have to make sure the yarn stays nice and even as I go. And I’m knitting with size 5 (!) needles! I just wanted to achieve this beautiful, even pattern.

Yes, the jacket is definitely going to get pretty heavy toward the end.  But I think my husband has already fallen in love with it. I’m guessing I’ll use at least 15 skeins. I have 15 skeins of the red yarn, after all. Then there will be light gray stripes at the bottom.

The good thing is that I can watch the mountain of yarn shrink. And that alone is a great sense of accomplishment. :)

The mowi heel, which is super easy to knit, is addictive. It makes knitting socks in any size a breeze. In the very detailed pattern, I explain everything precisely, and various size examples are shown. 

To the knitting pattern for the socks with the mowi heel

A few colorful bits of leftover yarn are all you need to knit these headbands with a pretty lace pattern. Kids, for example, can never have enough of these.

Some knitting experience is recommended. Then they’re easy to make.

Go to the knitting pattern and more

This cabled headband is an absolute eye-catcher. If you have some knitting experience, it’s very easy and quick to knit.

Knitting pattern here

This cute headband for babies and toddlers with its pretty basketweave pattern is easy to knit using leftover yarn. The size can be adjusted as needed.

Go to the knitting pattern and more info

Mel, your scarf project is definitely going to turn out great. It already looks fantastic. I could also imagine it as a cowl.

Claudia, I like your bag too; those are my colors as well. You could write a story about it right away ... like how the hat wanted to become a bag ... or something like that. ;-)

Christina, you can make all sorts of things out of felting yarn, for example slippers for the whole family. They’re always needed. I also use it unfelted, for example for jackets (right now for my husband) or hats and gloves. I’m also going to try making slippers with this yarn without felting it. Unfortunately, after felting I usually don’t end up with the right size.

I’ve managed to collect quite a bit of felting yarn through my swap page, though unfortunately it’s all gray. I’m going to knit slippers for us from it first. But one thing at a time...

Our garden is now winter-ready. My husband did most of the work anyway. Still, I’ve made some more progress on my projects. My husband’s jacket is coming along nicely, and so is the sweater for Linja. This is what both look like now. The jacket is a beautiful dark red - it doesn’t really show here.

Claudia, you’ve been busy! That hat looks great on you! It really makes me want to crochet something like that myself.

This weekend, I’m also planning to tidy up my garden. There’s still quite a bit to do, since winter weather is set to arrive starting Monday.

I wish you all a wonderful weekend!

Best wishes, Monika

With all this LED hype, I always think about how much hazardous waste is being produced—not to mention all the plastic. I’m now switching to natural materials whenever possible, which are also more durable.

Dear Petra,

oh yes, if you have a photo of the child's jacket, I’d love to see it too. :)
Thank you for your lovely story.

My son and his girlfriend always keep everything that’s hand-knitted. I think they’ll pass it all on to their grandchildren too. Maybe I’ll even get to see that happen.

Warm regards—Monika

Marion, your little elves are so cute! They turned out so beautiful! :)
And your hat, too. They’re a big hit.

Mel, I fell in love with your crochet bag right away. I think the pocket you sewed onto it is especially practical.

I’m going to knit a few more rows on the jacket for my husband tonight. It’s a real challenge with that thick yarn, but I’m making good progress. ;-)

These fun leftover yarn eaters are not only ideal for all kinds of leftover yarn. They can also be made to look spooky. There are no limits to your imagination here.

They’re great for filling with little surprises at children’s birthday parties, and afterward they can be used to store pencils or other odds and ends.

Easy to crochet

Go to the crochet pattern here

This cute baby winter set is perfect for knitting with leftover yarn. I used the scraps from my baby leggings.

All the pieces are very easy to make.

Click here for the knitting pattern