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That’s so sweet, Ina. I’m glad I can still join in.

Have a wonderful Sunday, everyone, and best regards
Monika

Yes, dear Ina, I’d love to participate again. Thank you so much for your effort and for organizing this!

However, it would be great if I could receive my package no earlier than September 25. We’ll be away for a few days before then.

Is that possible?

Best regards
Monika

Wow, Inge, that looks great! I hope you have a lot of fun knitting.

Andrea, these are beautiful again. Someday I’ll get around to making one of these too.
Steffi, your patience is incredible.

Dear Birgit,

how wonderful that it’s your birthday today. I wish you lots of joy, good health, fulfilling moments with loved ones, and wonderful surprises—not just for today but for the whole year ahead. Let everyone celebrate you—you deserve it.

It’s great to have you here. Keep coming up with such wonderful ideas.



Warm regards
Monika 

Hey there, you lovely hardworking folks, I’m back again. Right now I’ve got a lot going on in my personal life that isn’t exactly easy to handle. That’s why I’ve barely had a chance to participate here. Thankfully, the intense heat is over now, and we can breathe freely again. So I’d like to say a warm hello right away.

I just marveled at all your wonderful August projects. Congratulations on every single one! Please understand that I can’t go into as much detail as usual.

We’ll be heading to visit our granddaughters soon—after a whole year, we’re really looking forward to seeing them again. After that, our next trip is already coming up to northern Germany. There’s quite a bit to do there… let’s just say I need to get my sister-in-law’s estate in order.

Lately, I’ve only been able to knit in the evenings. But I’ve managed to get quite a bit done. I’ll show you quickly.

My Karlos is finally finished—I’ll post a photo of it being worn later, too. I still need to add buttons to the front:



For the friend who got the green Karlos, I made a shawl from the leftover yarn:



And then the shawl with sleeves that Linja wanted—we’ll take that with us for her:



And of course, I had to make outfits for two teddy bears again. The white one was a gift:





Two days ago, I started the next Karlos; I’ll keep knitting it on our trips. It’s the one with the dragon patches. But I’ll post photos only once it’s grown a bit.

Sending you lots of love,
Monika

Yes, Andrea, I’ll take a recent photo of the whole doll gang sometime. Sophie, the one I adopted, is really quite pretty. I just couldn’t say no… She’s already found two friends, too. :-) I’ll take a photo of the three of them.

It’s probably not Flöckchen. I looked her up online and found completely different dolls, but not this one. Apparently, she didn’t have a name. I found a lot of photos of her, though. In any case, she’s also from Zapf and is labeled 45–15.

Since we’re heading to visit the grandkids soon and have another trip coming up after that, I don’t have much time right now. Things will be better again by the end of September.

You can knit this cute doll overall for dolls of different sizes—from 35 to 46 cm. They look very cuddly and cozy-warm in it. It will delight every doll mommy. Everything is knitted in one piece. First the hood, then the upper part is knitted onto it using RVO, followed directly by the pants. Knitting experience is recommended here.

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These socks are very easy to knit. Many users have already confirmed this and declared them their favorite socks. I’ll show you a very simple heel, and we knit here with 3 needles, the CraSyTrio. You even get step-by-step instructions for 4 different sizes, so you can surprise the whole family with socks.

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I wish you all the best on your birthday—lots of joy, wonderful gifts, and loved ones to celebrate with you. May the cake and food today be just as delicious as your crocheted items look.

It’s wonderful that you’re here and that you inspire so many fans, young and old, with your patterns.



Warm regards
Monika

Flöckchen—what a cute name. That probably matches the doll’s age pretty well. She certainly looks adorable.

I’ll be sure to check out Etsy, too. Thanks for your help.

Ruth, thank you. Yes, I’ll give that a try. I probably would have started it differently. It’s definitely worth making her hair look nice again.

Inge, I suspected it was a “Zapfpuppe.” That’s great that you even know how they’re made. I think she’s very pretty, anyway. And she’s looking forward to lots of new dresses. :-)

Thanks, Veronika. I assume shampoo would work too, right?

Thanks for the tip, Marlene. That’s great, too—especially for more stitches.

We can collect a few tips here. How do you guys do it?

Dear doll moms, big and small,

My 43-year-old niece gave me one of her dolls. She’s probably around 40 years old, is about 50 cm tall, and has beautiful long hair. I think she looks like an angel with her pretty blue eyes. She was warmly welcomed, adopted, and is now named Sophie.

This is how she arrived at my place.



And of course, I dressed her right away in that pretty, colorful outfit. It fits her perfectly. Doesn’t she look cute in it?



Now I have a question for you. Unfortunately, her hair is very matted. Do any of you have a tip for me on how I can make it look nice again? I’d really rather not cut it off.

Another question is: Does anyone know her origin or what she’s called? She has a stamp on the back of her neck. To the left of it is the number 45, and to the right, 15. Unfortunately, I can’t make out the stamp—I’ll try to take a picture of it.

Warm regards from the doll mom, Monika

I just happened to come across these two types of stitch holders at T..i. I really like using them when I need to set aside a small number of stitches. I highly recommend them—they make it so much easier to pick up the stitches again.



You can surely find larger versions for lots of stitches at craft stores.

I hope you enjoy your knitting. The temperatures are very pleasant again now.

Best regards
Monika

Thanks, Josefa—have a great weekend, too—just like everyone else here.

It’s finally starting to cool down, and we can breathe a sigh of relief again. I’m really happy about that.

This mini sleeping bag for tiny dolls or teddy bears up to 20 cm is quick and easy to knit. The pattern includes two different versions. It’s a great way to bring a toddler immense joy. They’ll surely be much more eager to go to bed when their stuffed animal is already snuggled up in its sleeping bag.

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It’ll soon be cardigan season again. You can knit this pretty cardigan with a matching hat using bobble yarn for a toddler aged 1.5 years and up. It will fit for at least a year. Of course, you can also use a different yarn as long as the gauge is correct.

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A loop scarf that even beginners can knit and have a lot of fun making. I knitted it from leftover sock yarn. But it can also be knitted with any other yarn and in any size. Just the thing for fall and cool days.

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My granddaughter loves this slipover made from sock yarn. It’s perfect for the in-between seasons—it keeps her warm while allowing full arm movement. If you’ve ever knitted before, you’re sure to succeed. Fits ages 6 and up and grows with her.

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This cute doll sleeping bag is sure to delight any doll mom. It’s incredibly easy to knit and fits all dolls or teddy bears up to 36 cm in size.

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As for Halloween, I agree with Inge. I’m not into scary costumes and frightening people—even if it’s just for fun. I do think dressing up for Carnival is great, though; I loved it even as a child.

I’ve actually already knitted and designed some fall clothing. My granddaughter asked for a sleeved scarf, and she’ll be getting it when we visit.

Washcloths and dishcloths are best knitted from cotton. For these 6 cloths, even scraps are enough. While knitting, you’ll get to know different patterns along the way. You’ll have fun, because it won’t get boring. And you can use the patterns for other projects, too.

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Maybe you prefer wash mitts. These have a great exfoliating effect and are very popular. They are also easy to knit, and different patterns are shown here as well.

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Mounting device

Warm sweaters will soon be in season again. Sock yarn is also wonderful for knitting children’s sweaters. I knitted this one here for my granddaughter when she was 5 years old, and it became an absolute favorite of hers. The sweater grows with the child for a while. It has no seams and keeps the throat and neck nice and warm thanks to the collar.

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These knitted pants for toddlers from about age 1 are also made from sock yarn. They grow with the child for a while thanks to the folded cuffs and adjustable straps. The pretty cable on the sides is a real eye-catcher.

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Warmest congratulations from me too, and have a truly wonderful new year of life.



All the best
Monika

I’m definitely one of those die-hards who won’t put down my knitting needles even in the heat. But right now, I can only manage it in the evenings. With the temperature hitting 30 degrees in the garden, even the slightest movement feels like too much for me right now. But I’ve only been feeling this way since today. The last few days were still pretty manageable.

But as soon as it cools down, I’ll be back to knitting—even during the day.

Dear Petra,

I’d like to wish you a very happy birthday and hope you have a wonderful day of celebration with all the trimmings: loved ones by your side, good health, joy, and, of course, plenty of materials for your creative projects. I’m sure yarn is on the list, too.

May you continue to have such great ideas that bring joy to others.



Warm regards
Monika

Pureed vegetables

Knitting this colorful raglan dress for dolls (approx. 50-55 cm) is a real joy. It is worked as a raglan from the top down in one piece. The result looks great in all color combinations, as the customer photos show.

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You can knit this cloth with the symbol of the peace dove as a washcloth, dishcloth, or potholder. It looks beautiful and is sure to bring joy when given as a gift—even as a peace offering.

Easy to knit with the knitting chart.

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This cute summer outfit has been rated 5 stars 10 times. It fits both a newborn and dolls measuring 43–50 cm. The top is knitted using RVO and is comfortable and wide at the neck.

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This cute doll and teddy bear overall also received 10 five-star ratings. It is also knitted using RVO and is easy for toddlers to put on and take off. It fits dolls and teddy bears from 25 to 35 cm.

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Dear Anja,

I’d also like to wish you a very happy birthday and hope you have lots of fun celebrating.



Warm regards
Monika

The cooler season is just around the corner. It’s worth starting to knit for it now. This poncho cape made from sock yarn is ideal for the transition between seasons. It’s easy to slip on and keeps your upper body wonderfully warm, while leaving your arms free. This prevents trapped heat.

The poncho cape is very easy to knit—you can even do it while watching a movie.

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I’d also like to send you some belated birthday wishes.

Inge, that looks really delicious. Like Ina, we also bake our own rolls and bread. We try different variations all the time, and we love it. We buy our grains from an organic farmer, and we bake almost everything with spelt.

Yes, it’s in a whole different league compared to store-bought baked goods.

I also wish everyone who’s feeling under the weather a speedy recovery. It’s full-on summer here, and I’m enjoying it in the garden—with my knitting, of course.

You can crochet these Christmas stars quickly and easily. They’re very versatile—for example, as gift tags, tree ornaments, or appliqués.

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A warm welcome to our crafts group, dear Brita! I’m so glad you found your way here.

We’re in a similar age group—I’ll be turning 70 in March, and I enjoy crocheting and knitting. I’ve also dabbled in sewing, but that was back when my son was little. He’s 47 now. Thanks to my two granddaughters, I’ve taken up crafts again after a long break, and I can’t even imagine stopping now. That’s also how I came to write my own patterns, which I do with great joy.

There’s also a crafts group here—maybe you’d like to join in and show off your creations sometime. It’s really fun.

Unfortunately, I have less time right now due to personal matters following a death in the family. But I’ll definitely be back in action there soon.

I hope you have a great time with us.

Warm regards
Monika

Room size

Needle case

This sweet baby pinafore dress with knitted-in little hearts fits from 6 to 18 months. Many moms and grandmas have already enjoyed knitting it.

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This pinafore dress even grows with your child from 6 months up to the age of 3 years. It does this by transforming into a sweet little skirt with a heart pattern.

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This colorful raglan dress for girls aged 2–3 and up is very popular. It is knitted as a top-down raglan and even grows with the child. When it gets shorter, it can still be worn as a tunic.

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Knitting doll clothes is my absolute favorite thing to do. You can incorporate so many beautiful ideas that it’s a real joy. By the way, the same goes for recreating patterns. Here, you can play with all the colors of your leftover yarn and create enchanting garments.

This cute Christmas winter cape is sure to delight every doll mom’s heart. It’s quick and easy to make. With the knitting pattern, you can dress all dolls from 35 to 46 cm.

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Oh, Ina, that’s so cute and cuddly. I really like Christmas decorations like that, too.

Wishing you all a wonderful and hopefully sunny weekend! Summer is back here, and we’re enjoying it.

Dear Sabine,

I’d also like to belatedly wish you all the best as you start a new year of your life. May it bring you plenty of what you wish for.



Warm regards
Monika

This collar scarf can be knitted very easily and quickly from leftover sock yarn. It’s wonderfully warm and, with the right yarn, also fluffy and soft.

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If you prefer cotton, there is a model for that too, which is great to wear in fall. It is suitable for both her and him. Very practical, as it can be used in many ways.

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Wow, Inge, that looks great! I don’t like crocheting such delicate pieces—it really takes some skill.

These fun beetle pot holders are a real eye-catcher for the kitchen. They’re also perfect for crochet beginners with basic skills. They’re always a hit as gifts.

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Kids with a Puky, tricycle, or balance bike will definitely be thrilled to have a perfectly fitting bag attached to the front of the handlebars. This one served my granddaughters very well for a long time. Thanks to the double bottom, it’s quite sturdy and can withstand a lot.

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These wash mitts made from yarn scraps have such a simple pattern that you can knit them even while watching TV. As a bonus, your yarn scraps are turned into useful washcloths. They’re very easy to make—in various sizes.

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How about a little summer hat for a doll child? You can easily dress a whole doll family with leftover yarn. It’s quick to finish and can also be easily made by beginners with basic knowledge.

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For everyone who feels like getting to know new knitting stitch patterns, here’s your chance. 30 g of cotton per washcloth or cloth is plenty. All patterns can be knitted using only knit and purl stitches, so they’re very easy.

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