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I just started knitting socks for my granddaughter. Kids can never have enough of those, especially now that it’s getting cooler. At the same time, I’m knitting a scarf—an infinity scarf—for my friend for Christmas. 

The tissue box cover with butterflies and hearts is a gift that’s always well received. It can be crocheted to match your decor or from colorful leftover yarn. In any case, tissue boxes are nicely hidden inside.

A lovely little gift that brings joy and is very easy to crochet.

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This little dress grows with your child too, for even longer. It fits from about 6 months to 3 years. It features knitted-in hearts, has no seams, and is easy to knit. You can also choose different colors to suit your taste.

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This baby pinafore dress that grows with your baby has already brought joy to many users. It fits perfectly, is easy to knit, and looks adorable on your baby.

Fits from approx. 6–18 months

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How about an owl to guard the room door—or the bathroom/toilet door? It does the job very reliably, and the whole family will enjoy it. It could be a huge hit as a Christmas gift.

Best of all: it’s easy to crochet, and you can even use leftover yarn.

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

Oops, UFO Week again already! Right now, I’m making more than I’m managing to finish. Well, there’s still a week to go. There’s still time yet.

The scarf for my friend for Christmas is almost done, and today I started knitting socks for Linja using leftover yarn. That’s already part of the Christmas gifts. 

Your Anton is so cute, Sandra. :)
I remember one of my grandsons—our foster daughter's son—when he was that little. We could have parked his stroller in front of a construction site and walked away—for hours. He would definitely have stayed right there and even fallen asleep. He loved construction sites and all the vehicles there. The louder and bigger, the better. 

Sofi, I hope you and your mother get well soon. May everything turn out for the best.
Best regards from Monika

Absolutely beautiful—thanks for sharing! We had a gorgeous orange sunset yesterday, too. Unfortunately, I didn't take any photos.

Dear Anton,
happy 2nd birthday, and have lots of fun celebrating with your friends. Now you can take your favorite stuffed animal out for a ride on your Puky.

Dear Sandra,
I’d also like to congratulate you on two years of being a mom. Your Anton is a great treasure you’ve been given, and he certainly feels very safe and happy with you.

Warm regards,
Monika

Dear Pe-Ka,

I’m sending you my warmest birthday wishes. Let yourself be thoroughly pampered today and showered with gifts.

For the coming year, I wish you good health, loving people around you, and of course, great ideas and much success.

Warm regards,
Monika

Claudia, traveling is always a pleasure. We’re looking forward to visiting the Waldviertel for the first time. We’ll definitely be going back there more often. I could take some photos there too—good idea.

Those are really beautiful pictures of Strasbourg—truly romantic. 

The summer top "Blue Wave" with its pretty lace pattern can also be worn very well with a shirt underneath. If you have good knitting experience, it is easy to knit.

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The baby pinafore dress with the pretty lace pattern can also be worn with a shirt in autumn. It is also a real eye-catcher, for example on festive occasions.
Recommended for advanced knitters.

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The pink-and-white tunic with the pretty lace pattern is very airy, but it can also be worn with a shirt underneath in any season.
Difficulty level: medium

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This vest has a slimming effect thanks to the vertical stripes, which are simply crocheted on. Ideal to wear now in autumn. Fits size 40/42. 
Difficulty level: medium

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The baby summer trousers fit from 3 - 18 months and can also be knitted with long legs. That makes them suitable for every season. Very easy to knit with no seams.

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Summer clothes for small teddy bears (25-30 cm tall) - designed for Fynn. This makes the teddy look really sporty. A nice little gift for anyone who loves teddy bears. :)
Easy to knit, even for beginners with basic skills.

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The baby pinafore dress that grows with your child and fits wonderfully. It can easily be knitted in one piece, even by beginners with knitting experience. Fits from 6 - 18 months.

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The triangular shawl + poncho with the pretty lace pattern and waves is a great project that can be knitted over the winter and then be ready in summer. That makes the long winter evenings pass much faster, while you look forward to a real eye-catcher.
Recommended for advanced knitters.

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The romantic cotton summer skirt can also be worn in winter. The measurements can also be transferred very easily to a child's size. The pattern is written for size approx. 40/42.
Recommended for experienced knitters.

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This hat keeps the head and neck equally warm. It’s also easy to put on and take off, without having to pull it over the head, which is uncomfortable for babies. 

The pretty check pattern came about by chance and is very easy to knit.
Suitable for beginners with knitting experience.

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This pretty, colorful children's jacket is just right for autumn. It has pockets for all the treasures collected along the way and a hood for when it gets chilly. It fits sizes approx. 92 to 104. It is knitted top down in raglan style.

Recommended for advanced knitters

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This little strappy dress is wonderfully adaptable, as it really fits both a baby and a 3-year-old toddler. It features knitted-in hearts and has no seams. Easy to knit if you already have some knitting experience.

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I’m really looking forward to it—we’re heading off to the Waldviertel region in Austria for a few days in our camper. We’ll be visiting some lovely people there and—weather permitting—going for a few hikes. I guess my knitting needles will be taking a break for a few days.

This cute pair of trousers for dolls and teddy bears (40–50 cm) can easily be knitted from a few leftover yarn scraps. It even has a hole in the back so the teddy bear’s little tail can peek out.

Wouldn’t that be something for the little ones’ Advent calendar?

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How about a really lovely gift for a toddler? This bag can be taken along on Mom’s shopping trips, and it even comes with carrots and lemons for pretend play.

Very easy to make, even from leftover yarn

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These ladybug pot holders are a breeze to crochet. They also make wonderful gifts. A fun splash of color like this in the kitchen is sure to bring joy and lift your spirits.

Why not get started right away and grab the pattern?

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Hey, that’s so cool, Marlene—a bag with a granny-square base.
It looks great, and so does the granny square.

I’m busy writing for the color challenge. I’ve already finished knitting everything and am very happy with it.

Since we’ll be on the road again soon, I barely have time for needlework. But that’ll get better soon—thankfully. ;-)

I saw on a fashion website today that yellow is the absolute trend for fall. Of course, that makes me happy, since I really like yellow. Red, white, brown, and orange were also on the list. A really nice mix.

I feel the same way as Ruth. It’s kind of come over here from America, and I just don’t get it at all. 

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.

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Next up are the baby leggings. They are simply ideal for little ones, because they have a high waistband, so even a cloth diaper package fits inside. Much to the delight of my granddaughter’s mother. :) She was absolutely thrilled, since you can’t buy pants like these.

The pants are easy to knit, and all steps are explained clearly. 

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The top 3 most popular patterns overall by mowi19 are:

Knitting Socks Is a Breeze with the mowi Heel

With this heel, anyone can knit socks. Yes, it’s even addictive—you just can’t stop because it’s so easy and fun.

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The Round Collar and Shoulder Warmer - ideal for beginners

This round collar doesn’t just look pretty. It’s a breeze to knit and can even be used as a doll’s skirt. It would certainly be an idea for Christmas.

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The Growing Pinafore Dress for Toddlers

This pinafore dress is something special because it grows with your child from ages 1.5 to 5. It’s hard to believe, but it’s a true transformation artist - to the delight of every knitting grandma and mom. Easy to knit with a big impact.

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The current Top 3 from mowi19 are:

The leggings made from sock yarn for toddlers aged 3–5

These leggings have a wonderful and comfortable fit. They keep you nice and warm and are easy to knit (knitting experience required).

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The hat with scarf collar for babies and toddlers

This hat is easy to put on and take off thanks to the button placket. It keeps the head and neck nice and warm and is very easy to knit if you have the basic skills.

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The grow-with-me leggings for toddlers (1.5 to 3 years)

These leggings can also be knitted from sock yarn. They grow with your child, are super comfortable, and of course nice and warm. Easy to knit, seamless, and even made entirely with circular needles.

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Ruth, that’s a real labor of love. There were times when I used to enjoy making things like that, too.

I don’t know yet what I’ll do with the yarn I traded for. For now, it’s going into my stash. The ideas will come eventually.

Marion, what might look like turquoise here is actually light blue virgin wool. I’ll figure something out—maybe for the grandkids—since I can’t really do much else with just 5 skeins. 

Ruth, my color project is almost finished too—I just need to weave in the ends and, of course, take pictures. And I haven’t written the pattern for it yet either. It’s going to be a bit stressful this time, but I’ll manage.

As for the ideas, there are always similar ones popping up now and then. That’s unavoidable. As long as it’s not exactly the same, it doesn’t really matter.

For me, it’s definitely knitting—right now, I still prefer using cotton most of all. But I’ve already started knitting with sock yarn and virgin wool. It feels really nice in this weather.

Every now and then I’ll do a little crocheting in between, but knitting is always my favorite. Everything turns out nice and soft and stretchy, which I especially prefer for clothing.

To live up to my title as “Shopping Queen” this month, I’m showing you here the swapped yarn that has arrived.



I haven’t had a chance to knit in the last two days because I had other work to catch up on. Now I’m going to continue working a bit more on the project for the color challenge. ;-)

Next Sunday we’re heading out again, this time to the Waldviertel region in Austria. We’re making the most of the nice weather with our RV. I might even get some knitting done there.

Cover for a potted poinsettia

If you want to give a potted poinsettia as a gift, why not crochet the matching packaging for it right away? That makes the gift personal and special. The star decoration can also be used as scatter decoration or a tree ornament.

Easy to crochet with a special effect.

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Baby blanket with heart

A blanket is always useful for a baby. This one is made from soft merino wool and knitted with a heart everyone can see. A special gift for a special baby.

Difficulty level: intermediate

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Tissue box with butterflies and hearts

You could say this cover for ugly tissue boxes is a little reminiscent of the crocheted toilet roll covers in cars. This one can truly pass as decor—whether on the table, in the bathroom, restroom, or child’s room. In any case, it’s a Christmas gift that everyone can use and that is sure to bring joy. The box is very easy to crochet.

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Kindergarten or shoulder bag with adjustable strap

Little children especially will love this bag. The bag can be worn over the shoulder and taken along, for example, to kindergarten or simply on walks. The straps can be adjusted so the bag grows with your child.

Difficulty level: intermediate

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Lucky ladybug potholders

With these cute ladybugs, you’re giving the gift of good cheer at the same time. They’re a real eye-catcher in any kitchen and very easy to crochet. Any homemaker will be delighted with them.

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Food for the play kitchen

With this food, your child or grandchild can play creatively, because they’ll surely want to give their dolls something similar to eat to what they like themselves. This is sure to be a hit at Christmas. The dolls will then get toast and butter, fried egg, noodles, and vegetables too. Everything is very easy to crochet.

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Small shopping bag for little children - with carrots and lemons

With it, little children can help with the shopping or play in their pretend store. It can be given as a gift already filled with lemons and carrots. All parts are very easy to crochet.

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Door hanger set - Guardian Owl and Guardian Bear

These two door hangers are especially popular with children. Now they can easily signal whether they want visitors or not. A Christmas gift that’s sure to be a big hit. It could easily happen that everyone in the family wants a guardian like this.

Very easy to crochet.

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Gnome family with gnome house - for example as an Advent calendar

These sweet gnomes are perfect for filling with small gifts, making them wonderfully suitable as an Advent calendar. A fun gift idea for young and old. 
The gnome house can also be used as a storage basket, for example for yarn and much more.
There are no limits to your imagination here. All parts are very easy to crochet, and leftover yarn can be used up very well.

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Gifts for our men

Hat and scarf

This hat with the matching scarf is knitted with a pattern that creates an air cushion and therefore keeps you especially warm. The scarf can’t slip out of place; you simply pull it on.

Difficulty level: medium

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Vest with cable pattern

This vest with the lovely cable pattern suits almost any occasion and any age. It is knitted from merino wool and keeps you nice and warm in winter. A truly lovely Christmas gift for our men.

Recommended for advanced knitters

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Baby's first jacket in traditional costume style

This baby's first jacket is especially pretty, as it is knitted in traditional costume style with a subtle lace pattern. Difficulty level: intermediate

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Baby sleeping bag - fits from 3 - 12 months

Babies need to be nice and cuddly warm. In this sleeping bag made of soft merino wool, they can sleep blissfully. Yes, they won't even wake up during diaper changes.

Easy to knit for anyone who has knitted before.

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Comfortable collar/hooded pull-on hat for children

This hat not only has an eye-catching pattern that keeps especially warm. It is also easy to put on and take off, especially for children who don't like pulling things over their heads.

Difficulty level: easy to intermediate

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Value set: baby pants, jacket, and hat

This keeps babies from 3-12 months dressed nice and warm. The diapered bottom fits comfortably into the harem pants. By the way, the pattern looks pretty from both sides.

Difficulty level: intermediate

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Hat with buttoned shawl collar for babies and toddlers

Babies usually don't like pulling anything over their heads. This hat keeps the head and neck equally warm and is easy to put on and take off thanks to the buttons at the front.

Easy to knit, even for beginners with knitting experience.

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The grow-with-me baby pinafore dress

This little dress has a particularly good fit and grows with the child from 6 - 18 months. It has knitted-in hearts and is easy to knit yourself.

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The grow-with-me pinafore skirt from 1.5 to 5 years

Hard to believe, but this pinafore skirt grows with the child for several years. A truly wonderful transformation artist. Every mom will be happy about it, and so will the child. The pinafore skirt also has knitted-in hearts and is very easy to knit in one piece.

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Convertible little pinafore dress - grows with the child from size 74 - 98

This little dress is also such a transformation artist. It fits both a baby and a toddler. And it is also very easy to knit - seamlessly.

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Knitted jacket with hood and pockets - fits sizes 92 -104 (top-down raglan)

This colorful knitted jacket is sure to be a big hit as a Christmas gift. After all, children love jackets with pockets. And the hood is practical, too.
Recommended for advanced knitters

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The little bag for a Puky or tricycle

Toddlers with a tricycle, balance bike, or Puky are sure to be delighted with this bag. It can be easily hung over the handlebars. That way their favorite cuddly toy or other treasures can finally come along for the ride.

Difficulty level: intermediate - good crochet experience is recommended.

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The mini sleeping bag for small dolls or stuffed animals

This sleeping bag is very easy to knit using leftover yarn. When the doll is tucked into the sleeping bag, little doll moms will of course be even happier to go to sleep.

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The sleeping bag for larger dolls or newborns

Dolls or stuffed animals measuring about 45-50 cm fit into this sleeping bag. It is easy to knit and is sure to bring great joy when given as a gift. 

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Doll pants in two versions

Dolls need warm pants too, just like their moms. These fit dolls measuring 45-50 cm. Both are very easy to knit.

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Schlüttli with hat for dolls

To match the pants, there is also a Schlüttli with a hat. It dresses the doll (45-50 cm) just like a real baby, to the great delight of the doll mom. The Schlüttli is knitted top-down in one piece and is easy to make. Basic knowledge is required.

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Sweater with side button band for dolls and teddies

This sweater (top-down in one piece) for dolls and teddies (45-50 cm) was also designed to match the pants. In it, too, the doll looks just like a real baby. A truly lovely Christmas gift that will bring lots of joy. Easy to knit if you have knitting experience.

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Baby's first cuddly bear

If you enjoy knitting, you can easily knit a cuddly bear for a baby here. It's super easy with the pattern. Even leftover yarn is enough for it.

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Clothes for baby's cuddly bear

Perfectly fitting clothes for the baby bear are of course available too, so it doesn't have to be washed so often. A sleeping bag and a sweater, knitted with raglan from the bottom up, take care of that.
Both are easy to make and also fit other teddies or dolls measuring 35-40 cm.

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Even toddlers want their own shopping bag when they come along. This one, for example, can hold a banana and an apple.

The carrot and lemon for the pretend store are included here in the pattern.

Very easy to crochet, even for beginners with basic crochet skills.

Crochet pattern here

Yes, I also love cotton in all its forms, especially in yellow, red, orange, and white.

Now that it’s winter, I really enjoy knitting with merino wool or a good sock yarn.

Happy birthday, Rahel. For the new year ahead, I wish you lots of happiness, success, and above all, good health.

Best wishes
Monika

Happy birthday and have a wonderful celebration, just the way you want it.

Best wishes
Monika

This round collar / shoulder warmer is very easy to knit, making it a great beginner piece. Basic skills are recommended.

It can even be repurposed as a baby or doll skirt.

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This cute little sweater (raglan from the bottom up) fits teddy bears measuring 25–30 cm. I designed it for Fynn.

The sweater is easy to knit if you have some knitting experience. Everything is described in detail.

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This cute sleeping bag fits dolls (or stuffed animals) that are 45–50 cm tall. Yes, even a newborn could fit inside.

It’s pretty easy to knit if you’ve knitted before.

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With this tissue box—decorated with butterflies and hearts—you’ll always have a lovely and unique gift ready. It’s appreciated and useful anywhere. It’s very easy to crochet, even with leftover yarn.

Suitable for beginners with basic knowledge.

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This cute pinafore skirt for toddlers has something very special about it. It grows with your child from ages 1.5 to 5, gradually changing as they do. Plus, it’s easy to knit—without seams.

Also suitable for beginners with basic skills.

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If you haven’t felt like knitting socks up to now, the mowi heel is sure to make it fun for you. Here you’ll get detailed explanations for 4 sizes on how to knit them with the CraSy Trio. Of course, you can also use a set of double-pointed needles.

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I’d like to join in the birthday wishes and wish you a fantastic, successful year ahead.

All the best
Monika

Happy birthday and have a wonderful day with everything that goes with it. Take care and enjoy being celebrated.

Warm regards,
Monika

Wow, Marion, your bag looks great. I like it, too. :) I think I’ll crochet a bag like that someday, too. But I have other things to do first.

The colors of the scarf aren’t really my style, but they’re exactly my friend’s. She’ll definitely like it. I just came up with the pattern on the spot, and I really like it, too.

What I haven’t mentioned yet about my shopping spree is the farmers’ market in Wangen, where we went a few days ago. I would’ve given in there anyway, because there was also a Finkhof booth. They have really great wool from their own organic sheep. A ball of colorful sock yarn was waiting for me there—I just had to take it home. Since there was only one left, I’ll order more of it. I’ll knit something for my two grandchildren with it. I’ll take a picture of it tomorrow.

Yes, as a grandma, you see things in a much more relaxed way—you’re right about that, Ruth. This time, Linja even really wanted to come with us and couldn’t understand why we live so far away. By the way, she’s really great with her little sister—so caring. Not a trace of jealousy—she’s really laid-back.

Now we’re back home, and I need to settle in and put everything away first.