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Thanks for your kind wishes! :) We’ve reached our halfway point, and now I’m popping in here to check things out.

Mel, I’m sure you’ll show us that bag with the little ducks. I’m really curious to see it. It’s sure to look totally cute, knowing you.

Claudia, thanks for the explanation. I’ve learned something new again. I didn’t know the abbreviation yet. But I’ve already knitted corner-to-corner—just not crocheted it yet. The result is really impressive.

The leftover yarn munchers are funny, cute, creative, and liven up any children's birthday party. Best of all: you can crochet with lots of leftover yarn of all kinds here. 

They can be used as pencil or needle holders, for buttons or other bits and bobs, or even as original gift packaging.

They are super easy to crochet, and there are no limits to your imagination.

Go to the crochet pattern here

These cute gnomes can soon delight your children as an Advent calendar ... or even your partner. They are very easy to crochet in different sizes. The gnome house is then available on December 24 with a bigger surprise. Later, it can be used, for example, as a storage basket.

It's best to get started right away, so the gnomes will be ready with their gifts from December 1.

Go to the crochet pattern for gnomes with house here



Note:
The gnomes and the house are also available separately as a crochet pattern.

These matching wrist warmers are very easy to knit using slipped stitches. All you need is a few colorful bits of leftover yarn. Then winter can come.

To the knitting pattern and more

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. :-)

Claudia, what exactly is C2C? I’m totally lost here… Anyway, your sweater looks really great!

Sandra, the cowl looks great. Isn’t it a little big for Anton? ;-)

Thanks, Josefa, for the award ceremony—which was, as always, a great success! :)

Wow, that little basket looks great, Claudia!
I’m going to get back to packing now...

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

Toddlers like to be comfortable and nice and cozy. For the upcoming cooler season, a pair of leggings is just the thing. These fit snugly yet are still very stretchy, so they’ll work even for slightly chubby kids.

The leggings are easy to knit and, except for the cuffs, can be worked entirely on a circular needle. I used sock yarn with a yardage of 450 m/150 g.

The measurements are suitable for sizes 98–104/110. They’ll grow with the child for a while by simply folding up the bottom cuff.

For the knitting pattern and more info

Mel, your colorful bag is absolutely amazing. I didn’t really get a good look at it until the awards ceremony. It looks really great!

Claudia, your new project has a pretty pattern. I like it. But I just prefer knitting. It helps me relax and I can even “watch” movies while doing it. ;-)

This month, I want to make a loop scarf for myself out of leftover yarn—specifically, leftover skeins that I have no other use for. Since the yarn is relatively thin for a loop scarf, I thought I could knit it using two strands—always two different colors. It’s going to be an interesting piece… I’m curious to see how it turns out myself.

I packed my knitting travel bag today. It’s already really full. After all, for me, knitting needles are an absolute must for vacation.

The socks with the mowi heel are extremely popular because anyone who knows how to use knitting needles can knit them. It’s super easy! And they fit perfectly, too.

The very detailed pattern presents 4 different size examples—and they’re knitted using the CraSy Trio. Of course, you can also use a set of double-pointed needles as usual—if you prefer.

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Toddlers feel really comfortable in leggings in fall and winter. They are warm and super comfortable at the same time. 

These leggings made from sock yarn are very easy to make. They are even knitted entirely in rounds with circular needles. I only used the CraSy Trio for the leg cuffs.

The measurements fit toddlers in sizes 98 - 104/110. The leggings will fit for a while as they grow, since the cuff at the bottom is folded up at first.

Go to the knitting pattern here

I’m really happy with August. The weather was great, and I got to spend a lot of time in the garden. Our raspberry harvest was also amazing!

My biggest goal right now is packing for vacation. On Wednesday, we’re hitting the road again in our camper. I’m really looking forward to it.

[ x] I was productive, overcame my summer/vacation/heat-related lack of motivation, and have therefore earned the title Queen/King of Overcoming Lack of Motivation.

[ x] I didn’t let the August heat throw me off and am therefore a Queen/King of Perseverance and Queen/King of Heat.

[x ] I wasn’t on vacation and still had fun. I am therefore a Queen/King of Staying Home

UFO Queen/King in August / WIP Queen/King
[x ] In August I finished a UFO (= an unfinished object = a handmade project that had been waiting to be completed, in some cases for quite a while) or a WIP (work in progress) and have therefore earned the title UFO Queen/King / WIP Queen/King in August.
The leggings for my granddaughter are finally finished.

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[ x] I have many UFOs / WIPs waiting to be finished, and am therefore Queen/King of the Alien Planet. :- )
A doorstop and a doll blanket are waiting to be finished. Plus a piece for the color campaign.

Best of the Leftovers in August: diligence in using up leftover yarn
[x ] In August I used up small bits of leftover yarn for the doll socks.
I also rescued a ball of yarn that had been lying around for a long time and turned it into a loop scarf.

Yarn Diet: Inner Slacker Tamer in August
[x ] I would like the title Inner Slacker Tamer, because the final round for world domination / domination of our galaxy / the Milky Way / Quarterly Empress (for 9 months without buying yarn ) / Three-Quarter-Year Empress was and is not enough for me. = 1 whole year without buying yarn is the goal.
Please state the total time period.
I haven’t bought any yarn since November of last year and want to make it through 1 year.

Sock Queen / Sock King in August
[x ] In August I worked on new socks and, if applicable, also finished at least one pair.
--> For this title, it is also enough if you made an effort to improve your own sock technique or to learn it using patterns or similar resources.
I knitted little doll socks .

Busy Little Helper in August
[ x] In August I was able to get a lot of handmade projects done / finished.
I knitted two pairs of leggings for my granddaughters. The photo of the blue leggings is further down.


Also little socks for the doll

and a loop scarf for my husband (see the photo further down)


[x ] In the month of August I was also very productive in normal everyday life.
I harvested and processed lots of raspberries and also blackberries every day.

Pattern Optimization Champion + Hero of the Authors = Author Title in August
[x ] I finished and uploaded at least one new pattern in August.
The leggings for my granddaughter (3 1/2 years old) made from sock yarn


[x ] In August I worked on the current seasonal themes (summer, vacation, back to school, fall, winter, Halloween, Advent, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, etc.) and uploaded one pattern or even several for them, or will still do so.
See the leggings above

[x ] I developed further as an author in August.
I created a new knitting pattern and learned here in the forum what a stitch holder is.

Wallflower Rescuer in August
[x ] I finally successfully finished my oldest (purchased) pattern, which had been untouched for quite a while, and am therefore a Wallflower Rescuer.
It’s the loop scarf for my husband. (See photo above)


Rescuer of the Stubborn Yarn / the Stubborn Material
(formerly Unloved Yarn Rescuer // Unloved Material Rescuer in August)
[x ] In August I used old or unloved yarn and am therefore a Rescuer of the Stubborn Yarn / Yarn Rescuer.
Details: For this loop scarf for my husband, I used up unloved yarn that had been lying around for a long time.


[x ] I made use of the sunny + hot days and had fun in the garden
Details: On the hot days I knitted a lot in the garden.

[ x] I also made preparations for vacation beyond my handmade projects.
The vacation crafting list is written and everything is packed.

The leaves look like they’re from our “heart tree,” as we call it. It has huge, heart-shaped leaves. It blooms beautifully in the spring and summer, and in the fall, “beans” hang down everywhere.

I’d also be interested to know what it’s called.

Wow, Marion, that looks absolutely amazing. I’d like that too. :)

I’m spending every free minute in the garden and knitting. Plus, there’s a pound of raspberries and blackberries to harvest twice a day. Tomorrow I’ll be making fruit spreads—I want to finish them before I head off on vacation.

Yeah, Mel, I like your workspace… it’s a great place to relax, too. ;-)

Marlene, my husband and I also enjoy photographing nature. The day before yesterday, we had some very special, wavy clouds. Of course, my husband had to take pictures of them.

Your lampshade looks great, Claudia. It’s interesting what you can make out of things. I wouldn’t have thought of something like that. What I find even more interesting are your waffles—or rather, the waffle iron you used. It looks fantastic. I might like that, too. By the way... I’ve had my Krups 3-Mix for almost 40 years now, and it’s still going strong. My husband repaired it and cleaned the inside once, many years ago. And it’s been working great ever since.

So, here’s my loop—just in time for the end of the month. This makes me a “yarn saver,” and I’ve put one of the first patterns I ever bought to good use.

These leggings are just right for fall and winter when toddlers are playing outside. They are comfortable and still fit snugly and warmly against the body. The leggings are knitted from sock yarn. They fit from age 3 and will grow with the child for a while.

Easy to make, even for beginners with knitting experience. They can even be knitted with circular needles, except for the leg cuffs.

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A crossbody bag for toddlers—either for preschool or just to take along on walks. It can hold lots of treasures, like chestnuts, acorns, and pinecones. My granddaughter absolutely loves her bag. The strap is adjustable to 3 different sizes.

Good crochet experience is helpful here.

Go to the crochet pattern and more

This headband is a real eye-catcher thanks to its cable detail. It is knitted from merino wool and can also be made easily by beginners (with some knitting experience).

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This sleeping bag also fits dolls and teddy bears measuring 40–50 cm, as well as newborn babies. It can also be easily lengthened.

Easy to knit, even for beginners with some knitting experience.

Knitting pattern and more

You can knit this little outfit with a hat for a doll measuring 40–50 cm, such as a Baby Born. The doll looks just like a real baby in it, which makes every doll mom happy.

The pattern makes it easy to knit, even for beginners with some knitting experience.

Knitting pattern and more 

For anyone who hasn’t enjoyed knitting socks so far (I used to feel the same way), I’ve designed the mowi heel. It’s super easy to knit, and the result fits perfectly. The rave reviews prove it.

The pattern includes 4 different sample sizes that can be easily scaled to any size.

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This neck and shoulder warmer can be worn as a cowl under blouses and sweaters, or simply as a scarf. It is very easy to knit and absolutely suitable for beginners. 

If you like, you can even knit it as a baby or doll skirt.

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This shawl is special because you can wear it like a poncho. To do so, simply button it at the front. It’s light and airy and is sure to turn heads on any occasion thanks to its pretty lace pattern with pink waves.

Recommended for advanced knitters

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Wow, Marion, your jacket looks super pretty. Your daughter is sure to be very happy with it.

Claudia, those are very impressive photos. And you were very creative and hardworking, too.

I’ll post a photo of the loop scarf later. It has arrived and is waiting for cool days. That was one of the first patterns I bought here. More later; for now I’m enjoying the garden with fresh raspberries from the bush. By now I’m getting more than 500 g every day. I’m already busy freezing them.

This women’s merino wool cardigan is also knitted using the RVO method. It features pockets that are knitted right into the fabric and a figure-flattering cut. Thanks to the waffle stitch, the cardigan fits very well while still being stretchy. It’s available in sizes 40/42 and even 44.

Difficulty level: medium

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This colorful children’s jacket made of merino wool with pockets and a hood is knitted using the RVO method. It’s just right for autumn walks.

Recommended for intermediate knitters

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This cute little raglan sweater with a side button placket fits dolls and teddy bears measuring 40–50 cm. It is knitted top-down in one piece and is very easy to make, as long as you have knitted before.

Knit a few more rows at the raglan, and it will also fit a newborn.

Go to the knitting pattern here

Mel, thanks for this great tip! I wouldn’t have thought of that myself.

Those are some fantastic photos and a gorgeous landscape! :)
The crocheted tree decorations are so cool.
I’m sure you had a really wonderful time there.

Leggings season for toddlers is coming soon. This pair is very easy and quick to knit with sock yarn. And the best part: it fits for several years and grows wonderfully with them. And thanks to the stitch pattern, it fits both slender and slightly cuddlier children. :-)

Suitable for beginners with knitting experience. Circular needles can be used up to the leg cuffs, which makes knitting especially easy.

To the knitting pattern and more here

I haven’t had my scissors sharpened yet, but that’s a good idea. It’s definitely better than buying new ones and throwing the old ones away. Unfortunately, there are hardly any scissor-sharpening services around these days.

How about where you live? Interesting topic...

Congratulations, Birgit Luise, and have a fantastic birthday party with your guests! Enjoy the delicious cake.

All the best
Monika

Akela, I can totally relate to how happy you are. I think not being allowed to knit anymore would be the worst punishment for me.

Ellen, with your crocheted animals, you’re bringing joy to several people at once: yourself while you’re crocheting, and the kids at the daycare center as well. It’s a great idea to donate them there. Children’s homes or orphanages would surely be grateful for them, too.

Yeah, Sandra, that’s exactly what I love so much—that you’re so creative with the gnomes and bring them to life in a “different” way. :)

My dolls—and a few teddy bears, too—are scattered around the living room. They’re all sitting together in the rocking chair. But now there are five of them in total. A few teddy bears are also scattered around on my couch. It’s already quite colorful and “lively” here at our place. ;-)

Marlene, I’m actually more of a teddy-bear mom myself. But by now I really enjoy knitting such cute dolls. It’s nice and quick, and you can bring lots of new ideas to life. 

Ohhh Sandra, your little elves are absolutely adorable! :) Even prettier than mine! You did a great job with them. This is going to be so much fun for Anton starting December 1.
And your door wreath is really taking shape, too.

I’ve fallen in love all over again. Luckily, I have a very patient husband... ;-)

Here are my two new little ones. It’s actually turned into a little kindergarten by now.
They’re about 40 cm tall, and of course I’m knitting them up beautifully. They look even prettier in person than in the photo.



They just smiled at me so sweetly that I couldn’t resist. They both wanted to come home with me—after all, they’re siblings. By the way, I got them through a swap platform where I’ve already traded for lots of things, including some really beautiful yarn. If you’re interested, just send me a private message.

The loop scarf for my husband is coming along, too. I’ll post a picture once it’s finished. Hopefully within the next 3 days.

Men need clothing they like, too. This cable-pattern vest made of merino wool is timeless—so it’s always in style—and suitable for any age and almost any occasion.

By the way, it’s also a great idea for a Christmas gift. It doesn’t always have to be socks. ;-)

Recommended for advanced knitters.

Go to the knitting pattern

Babies also want to be dressed nicely and kept cozy and warm in autumn and winter, from head to toe. This set of jacket, hat and baby pants features a pretty pattern and fits babies from 3 to 12 months. It is knitted from sock yarn.

Difficulty level: medium

Go to the knitting pattern for the baby set (value set)

This colorful children’s jacket is just the thing for fall walks. Treasures can be stashed in the pockets, and when it gets cooler, there’s a hood that can be quickly pulled up.

The jacket is knitted top down with raglan shaping. It grows with the child and fits approx. sizes 92–104
Recommended for intermediate or experienced knitters.

Knitting pattern

This poncho-style shawl magically draws the eye with its pretty lace pattern, which creates a unique effect thanks to the waves.

Knitting it never gets boring, even though after a few rows you can almost knit the pattern in your sleep. Definitely a lovely challenge—and a warm shawl for cool summer or fall days.

Recommended for advanced knitters

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This airy tunic features a pretty heart-shaped openwork pattern across the chest and an openwork hem. It’s knitted with a figure-hugging fit thanks to various details and can be worn with or without a shirt underneath. The measurements in the pattern are for size 40/42.

Difficulty level: medium

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This adorable baby dress has a very pretty and unusual openwork pattern. It can be knitted to any length and will then fit for more than 1 year. It can be worn with a shirt or sweater underneath, or nice and airy on its own.

Recommended for advanced knitters.

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These cute little gnomes make a really great Advent calendar—for young and old alike. They can be crocheted in any size. And they’re a great way to use up lots of leftover cotton yarn. 

The gnomes are then filled with small gifts. And on December 24, there’s the gnome house with a bigger gift.

Very easy to crochet—a lovely project even for beginners with basic skills.

Find the crochet pattern here

Ruth, unfortunately that’s not the case. They aren’t all listed in my downloads. There’s another thread on this topic.

If you’re not an author here, there’s a workaround: you can find them all under “Reviews.” But even there, I can’t find them all. That’s why I do it this way.

Other than that, I only have two patterns on my wish list that I’d like to make someday… though I still don’t have the time for them. I have too many of my own projects on my mind.

I’m always learning something new here. I just asked Google about it and took a look. Wow, I’d never seen it in this form before. I have one that looks like a big safety pin, and that’s exactly what I called it.

But there are other shapes, too. Awesome! It’s going on my Christmas wish list now. :)