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Luckily, the temperatures are more pleasant again this week. I’d like to take advantage of that to write some patterns again. I’m way behind on that. So that’s my main goal for this week.

And since it’s UFO Week, I’m also going to tackle a UFO that’s been sitting around for a while. It’s now possible to knit with thick yarn again, too.

I wish everyone here a great week, too!

Very, very beautiful!

I definitely want to stick with this for a year, which means at least until November. There’s still quite a bit to work through. But things are looking good. The “diet” is already paying off. One drawer is now empty. However, there are still a few others that are full.

They’re so cute. I hope you and your family enjoy your new additions. They’ve definitely found a wonderful home.

PineappleCurtain

Anton, that’s a great idea, and I’ve already added the thread to my bookmarks. Thanks for that!

I’m actually very mindful of this myself and make a point of buying wool from sources where the sheep are treated well… Because I don’t like it when animals have to suffer.

I wasn’t familiar with some of the brands listed.

Unfortunately, I still have some wool in stock or that was given to me where I can no longer trace the production. Of course, I’ll still use it up.

For the past two years, my go-to sources have been Finkhof and Drops. By the way, they also carry recycled cotton in great colors.

That’s funny—let’s keep going with this. :-)

XaverBrot

Oh my goodness, your guardian angel is so cute, Sandra! :) I’d be happy about that, too.

Ah... then I misunderstood something, Sandra. So your friend is the lucky one you’re crocheting for... Just like mine... :-) Luckily, I have a husband who thinks it’s great now, too. At first, it took him a while to get used to it.

Maybe your husband associates it with doilies and the like at his grandparents’. That used to be so common back then, and I didn’t like it at all either. Oh well, at least you can still go all out with Anton. :)

Anton is so cute! :)

Sandra, I have a friend just like that too. :)
A guest once said to me:
“You knit and crochet everything that doesn’t make it up a tree by the count of three.” That really made me laugh, because it’s kind of true when I think about my flowerpots wearing crocheted “dresses” and my tissue box being covered in crochet. Well, and there are all sorts of other things standing and hanging around everywhere too.
Funny!

The tissue box can also be crocheted very nicely from leftover yarn, in all kinds of color combinations—to match your decor.

By the way, with it you’ll always have a lovely gift ready. My friend was very happy about it.

Easy to crochet, even for beginners who have crocheted before.

To the crochet pattern here

This sweet little raglan sweater for teddy bears (25–30 cm) can also be knitted very well from leftover yarn. It is knitted with raglan shaping from the bottom up. I designed it to fit my Fynn perfectly.

Beginners with knitting experience can make it easily, too.

Go to the knitting pattern here

You can easily knit this cute sleeping bag for small dolls or favorite stuffed animals (20-25 cm) using leftover yarn. Two different models are presented. Both are very easy to knit.

Go to the knitting pattern here

This little shopping bag for toddlers can be crocheted in no time. It even comes with its own contents: carrots and lemons. Great for a play shop or a play kitchen.

Very easy to crochet, suitable even for beginners with some basic crochet experience.

Click here for the crochet pattern

You can crochet the “Scrap Eaters” gang in any weather. It’s a lot of fun because you can really let your creativity run wild while using up lots of leftover yarn.

They’re great for gift wrapping, storing small items, pens, needles, and much more. They’re sure to be a hit as party favors at kids’ birthday parties, too.

Perfect for beginners who have crocheted before.

Go to the crochet pattern and more 

This pretty summer top is perfect for knitting in any weather. It’s airy and can certainly be worn for a while longer.

Recommended for experienced knitters. The measurements fit sizes 38–42, as the pattern is figure-hugging on the one hand and nicely stretchy on the other.

Knitting pattern here

So far, I haven’t started on any Christmas gifts yet. I have some ideas, but I’m not really in the mood to work on them right now.

In any case, the kids and grandkids will be getting socks. :)

Thanks, Josefa!

I also wish everyone here—active and inactive members alike—a fantastic weekend with pleasant temperatures and plenty of time for crafts.

Wow—how lovely!

Marlene, your socks have a pretty pattern. I really like them.
Marion, I think your bag is really great, too.

And Sandra, you’ve been super busy! The kids are going to be thrilled with them. They look so wonderfully cuddly.

Have a wonderful day, everyone, with a cool breeze.

With the mowi heel, you can knit socks as easy as pie, even if you’ve never dared to try it before. The pattern shows you every step in detail, using 3 needles with the CraSy Trio. Of course, you can also knit the mowi heel with a set of double-pointed needles if you prefer.

Start right away and get lots of Christmas gifts ready.

Also very suitable for beginners with knitting experience.

Click here for the knitting pattern.

This owl has a very special function. It guards the room door and clearly indicates whether a visitor is welcome or not. It’s especially popular with kids.

Easy to crochet, and you can even use leftover yarn. Suitable for beginners with some crocheting experience.

Get started right away and get a head start on Christmas. :)

Click here for the crochet pattern

These baby booties with a heart are quick and easy to crochet using leftover yarn. They can be crocheted from cotton for summer or merino wool for winter.

Click here for the crochet pattern

I had a lovely afternoon in the garden and made good progress on my new project. I’m crocheting a doorstop.

I just want to quickly—and in good time—congratulate you. You have such cool kids with great ideas. May your new year continue with joy.

All my love
Monika

A little late, but still in time, I’d like to add my birthday wishes.
May this new year bring you much joy.

All my love
Monika

Even though it’s late, I still want to send my congratulations in time.
Have a wonderful year ahead!

All my love!
Monika

Marion, I think your shirt is really pretty, too.
Petra, I’ll keep the idea of painting the flowerpot in mind...

I finally have something to show again. The top that matches my skirt is actually finished. It looks great!

Here are the photos:



And yesterday I started crocheting a doorstop. I realized I really need something useful like this so the doors don’t keep swinging shut all the time. I’m not going to reveal what it’s going to be just yet. ;-) Here’s what it looks like so far:

The following patterns are currently popular in my shop:

Top 1 – The Colorful Kids’ Jacket with Hood and Pockets

This kids’ jacket has everything kids love—pockets for their found treasures and a warm hood. Recommended for experienced knitters. It fits sizes 92–104.

View the knitting pattern and more 




Top 2 – Socks with the Ingeniously Simple Mowi Heel

Now you can finally try your hand at knitting socks. With this pattern, it’s a breeze. Four different sizes are described in detail.

Go to the knitting pattern and more 




Top 3 – The Baby Sleeping Bag

With this merino wool sleeping bag, your baby will be snugly wrapped up and is sure to feel very comfortable. It’s easy to knit and can even be adjusted in size. The measurements in the pattern fit babies from 3 to at least 12 months. The buttons on the side make it easy to change diapers without waking the baby.

Go to the knitting pattern and more 

Generally popular in my shop are the following patterns:

Top 1 - The socks with the Mowi heel - super easy to knit

Even if you’ve never knitted socks before, now you can do it, guaranteed!

To the knitting pattern and more




Top 2 - The shoulder warmer and cowl - ideal for beginners

This cowl / shoulder warmer is a true beginner project. It’s also great for giving as a gift, not just at Christmas.

To the knitting pattern and more




Top 3 - The grow-with-me pinafore dress for toddlers from 1.5 to 5 years

Yes, this pinafore dress really does grow along for several years. It has knitted-in hearts, no seams, and is super easy to knit. So it’s definitely suitable for beginners with knitting experience.

To the knitting pattern and more

Fall is coming faster than you think. And then your baby will need a warm jacket and a hat. Here you’ll find a design with a pretty pattern of knit and purl stitches. It fits from 3–12 months and was knitted with sock yarn.

Suitable for experienced knitters.

Note: There is also a matching pattern for pants in my shop.

Go to the knitting pattern and more

This cute little strappy dress with knitted-in hearts grows with your child, so it fits both babies and toddlers up to age 3.

It’s very easy to knit—no seams required—and is also suitable for beginners (with some knitting experience).

Click here for the knitting pattern

Socks are always a hit. These ones are special because the Mowi heel is incredibly easy to knit, even for beginners with some knitting experience—as the reviews clearly show.

The pattern explains 4 different size examples, so you can provide the whole family with socks.

See the knitting pattern here

I rarely sew knitted or crocheted pieces together. Most of the time, I crochet them together or sometimes knit them together.

For the sleeves, I pick up the side stitches and knit them on.

Knitting pieces together is easier than you might think. For example, at the shoulder, I leave the front and back stitches on the needle. Then there are two options:

Either you knit the front and back stitches together. Or you alternately pick up the front and back stitches onto a knitting needle. Then knit 2 stitches together and bind off as usual. This also results in a neater seam than sewing them together.

Here are a few photos to illustrate:

You can see it clearly here because the front and back pieces are different colors. The stitches are picked up alternately onto a needle.



Here, the front and back stitches are knitted together. You can also already see the bound-off stitches here.



And this is what it looks like from the outside—you can’t see any seam:

Happy birthday, Ajonte! Enjoy all the gifts this special day brings you.

With love
Monika

Mel, I really like your bag! I’m not really a bag person myself—I prefer backpacks—but you did a really great job on this one. Did you design the snail yourself?

I’m going to finish knitting my top today. To be honest, I’m finally ready to work on something else. But I’m looking forward to finally wearing it with the skirt. By the way, it fits perfectly.

I’ll post a photo once it’s finished. Then it’s time to tackle that UFO—Linja’s leggings. All that’s left is one leg and the elastic at the top—well, and weaving in the ends, too.

Yesterday I enjoyed the garden and did a lot of knitting. So I’m slowly finishing up my top. :)

Today we’re having a delicious vegan meal at our neighbor’s (beans from the garden with mashed potatoes). Since the sun is taking a break today, I’m using the time to do some bookkeeping.

I wish everyone here a wonderful Sunday!

Dear Petra, I’d like to add my belated congratulations to all the wonderful birthday wishes and wish you a fantastic year ahead.

Warm regards
Monika

Dear Deleila,
even belated wishes can bring joy. I’d like to join the many well-wishers and wish you a year just as wonderful as your birthday was.

Warm regards
Monika

Happy birthday, Gabi! May you receive many wonderful gifts and enjoy everything this day has to offer.

Warm regards
Monika

Happy birthday, Nicki! Enjoy your special day and celebrate in style!

Warm regards
Monika

Doll clothes are always a good idea! Here you can start preparing Christmas gifts already. After all, doll mommies are very happy when they can dress their favorite just as prettily as a real baby.

Both models are also easy for beginners with knitting experience(!) to make. They are knitted with raglan from the top down and fit dolls about 45–50 cm tall.

To the knitting pattern for the Schlüttli with hat



To the knitting pattern for the sweater with button placket

This sweet newborn baby jacket made of cotton (or wool) is a lovely project for somewhat advanced knitters. It works up quickly and will later fit the baby’s doll. 

To the knitting pattern here

Oh Claudia, that really sounds like a packed schedule. Otherwise, it would probably get boring... ;-)
In any case, I hope everyone who’s injured heals quickly.

You’ve crocheted some really beautiful bags. The photos really have that vacation vibe.

I enjoy the garden every day and then unwind from a day at work by knitting. Somehow this month feels strange—it’s been a long time since I’ve knitted so little.

This sweet little dress in shades of pink with a pretty lace pattern is sure to make a baby girl look adorable. It can be worn from 3 months up to 1.5 years. 

A very lovely project for experienced knitters.

Go to the knitting pattern here



Note: There is also a value set that includes the shoes and the hairband.

Leggings are a fall and winter staple for little girls. These are very comfortable and fit well. They can be knitted in one piece, entirely on circular needles.

Beginners with some knitting experience will have no trouble with the knitting pattern.

Click here for the knitting pattern

This cute set for a baby girl is knitted from sock yarn and consists of pants, a jacket, and a hat. Everything grows with the baby from 3 to at least 12 months. It has a pretty knit-and-purl pattern, so knitting it definitely won’t get boring.

Good knitting experience is recommended; the pattern is written in detail with pictures.

Go to the knitting pattern for the bundle here



Note: The pants and jacket are also available separately in my shop.

The colorful summer meadow offers plenty of room for creativity as a table decoration. Leftover yarn can find a lovely use here - as placemats, coasters, table scatter, and egg cozies, presented in different variations.

All pieces are easy to crochet and well suited for beginners with some crochet experience.

Click here for the crochet pattern.

With these scrap gobblers, you can let your creativity run wild and use up lots of leftovers—even buttons. They can be decorated in many ways and are also very useful. They can be used as needle or pen holders, as gift packaging, or as small storage baskets. They’re also a great idea as party favors for children’s birthday parties.

A lovely project for beginners. Basic skills are required.

Click here for the crochet pattern

Marion, we’re going to get the title “Queen of Unraveling” or something like that this month. ;-)
I also had to partially unravel the front piece today, because the decreases at the armholes were wrong on both pieces.

Now the finish line is in sight. I also still have a WIP that I want to finish this month—the leggings for Linja.

Somehow I’m falling a little behind on everything this month because there’s so much else to do. For example, I’ve processed a lot of berries and made tons of jam. For the first time, I have 7 different varieties on hand.

I already have some new ideas, too, but I just don’t have the time for them. Hopefully things will get better by fall at the latest.

Mel, I can’t wait to see your bag! Let’s just ask the universe for a sackful of time... :-)

I feel the same way—I love it all. I prefer them together, like at Lake Constance or Lake Chiemsee. But if I had to choose, I’d go with the mountains. We live near the Salzburg region, after all, and we especially love it there. But as I said, we also love Lake Chiemsee and, every now and then, Lake Constance.
And in the Salzburg region, I love the lakes just as much. I’m particularly fond of Lake Wolfgang. It has both mountains and water.