Latest Forum Posts by: mowi 19

You’ve finished some great things—wow! That butterfly turned out amazing! I’m really impressed.

Today I started a new project in the garden for my granddaughter. She wants a very specific bag. I’m already curious to see what the finished piece will look like and whether she’ll like it.

Oh Marion, you’ve really set your sights high. I really like the top part, and the bottom part too, of course. But the colors on top are totally my style.

Have fun finishing up that UFO.

I started a new project today. Linja gave me an idea. She wants a very special bag. It’s already looking good, but I need a few details from her now. I’m curious myself to see how it’ll look when it’s finished.

I’ve already set aside a few things for the trip. I bought a crochet pattern from WollholicClaudia that I really liked. And I want to start that project on vacation. After all, my hooks need to get some use while we’re camping, too.

Thanks, Sofi! :) I’m already curious to see your finished crocheted grandma. Have fun continuing to crochet and with everything else you’re up to.

Wow, that’s a great idea. I’d love to join in. I’ll have to send the photo later, though.

What would summer be without—homemade—ice cream! :)

I experimented with it for a long time until I got it just right. Since then, we’ve only been eating this delicious homemade ice cream. It’s super quick to make, and so far, everyone has loved it.

Quick Fruit Ice Cream made in the Thermomix

Preparation:

• Freeze your choice of fruit in small containers—ideally in a way that allows you to take out individual portions.
• Also freeze bananas—in small portions of 1 to 2—and pre-cut into pieces about 2–3 cm in size. This way, you can take them out in portions.

Ingredients for 3–4 people:

• 30 g (2 tbsp) xylitol 
• 70–75 g cashews
• about 120–150 g frozen banana (equivalent to about 1 banana)
• 300–350 g frozen fruit of your choice (together with the bananas, this should total 500 g)

Preparation:

• Finely grind the xylitol and cashews for 10 seconds on speed 10
• Then add all the fruit and mix for 1 minute (or a little longer) on speed 10, using the spatula to help.

And there you have it: a super delicious, healthy, and fruity ice cream—without milk or sugar. You can also omit the xylitol if you use a little more banana (e.g., 200 g). You can also add vanilla.

A recipe for hazelnut ice cream is coming soon. I’m currently testing it out and fine-tuning it.

Sandra, I love St. Gilgen. You mean the one on Lake Wolfgang in Austria, right?
We stayed at a campground there two years ago, and it was just wonderful.

I hope you have a great vacation there!

What I need on cool summer evenings is socks. These ones with the mowi heel are super easy to knit. The pattern explains everything step by step.

Four different sizes are included, so the whole family can enjoy them. :)

Here’s the knitting pattern.

This poncho and shawl combo is perfect for cool summer evenings. You can style it however you like, and its pretty lace pattern and pink waves are sure to turn heads.

A lovely challenge for experienced knitters.

Click here for the knitting pattern. 

Happy Birthday to you! :)
May you receive lots of gifts and enjoy the day with everything that goes with it. Today is your day!

Best wishes
Monika

Happy birthday! Have a wonderful time and let yourself be pampered.

Best wishes
Monika

I’m doing well, too. :) I’m already getting everything ready because we’re leaving in the RV on Thursday—heading to see our grandchildren. I’m really looking forward to meeting the youngest one for the first time—she was born on May 24.

Yes, summer really is for “real life.” But we can still be active virtually every now and then. We also always enjoy trips around the area. I still get around to knitting or crocheting every now and then.

Yesterday I finished knitting the second outfit—with slightly longer sleeves and legs. Here’s what the two outfits look like now.



And this is what the twin teddy bears look like dressed

It’s finally summer… you can really feel it here on the forum. I feel the same way—I don’t really feel like using the computer when the weather is this nice.

Sandra, I’m already curious about your new figures, too. :)

I’ve now finished the suit for one of the twin teddy bears. It looks totally cute—take a look:



Today I’ve almost finished knitting the second one, where the colors are reversed. In the next few days, I’ll post a picture of both of them together here.

By the way, the outfit is very easy to adjust to any size and even fits dolls. Since I’m really into it right now, I’m already thinking about making some for a few smaller and larger teddy bears. That’ll use up a lot of my leftover yarn, and I can try out different color combinations.

Next week I’ll finally get to see my two granddaughters. I’m already excited to see Juna. She’ll be a month old by then. Time flies so fast.

I also wish everyone here a wonderful weekend! I just got back to the apartment after grilling some vegetables. We’re enjoying the garden, and I’ve already been knitting away. We’ll continue tomorrow, as long as the weather holds up.

These cute baby booties with a heart are quick and easy to crochet if you’ve crocheted before. All you need is a little leftover yarn – and the baby will have warm feet.

Click here for the crochet pattern.

How about crocheting a preschool bag for your granddaughter? This one has adjustable straps and a double-reinforced bottom. It’s also great for walks, since it can hold lots of treasures.

Difficulty level: medium

Click here for the crochet pattern

Socks are always a good idea - that’s true for me too. Especially when they’re knitted super easily with the mowi heel.

Here you’ll get a quick and easy sock project that you can easily finish over the weekend. Even if you’ve never dared to try socks before - you’ll definitely manage it with this one.

The pattern includes 4 sample sizes. All other sizes can be converted very easily.

Go to the knitting pattern here.

With colorful leftover yarn, you can really get creative with this decorative tissue box. Decorated with butterflies and hearts, it’s an eye-catcher wherever it’s placed.

The box is very easy to crochet, even for beginners with some crochet experience. Everything is explained clearly with pictures.

Click here for the crochet pattern. 

This cowl, or shoulder warmer, is very easy to knit and only needs one skein of leftover yarn. It keeps your neck nice and warm, looks great, and is sure to make a lovely gift, too.

The pattern is optimized for beginners. Basic skills are required.

One more tip: You can also knit the cowl as a baby skirt and then wear it yourself later. :)

Click here for the knitting pattern.



This little sweater for bears measuring 25–30 cm is very easy to knit from leftover yarn. The sweater is knitted raglan-style from the bottom up. I designed it for my Fynn. It should also fit dolls of the same size.

A lovely project for advanced beginners. And your favorite teddy will be happy.

Click here for the knitting pattern.

This poncho and shawl with its lace pattern and waves is a real eye-catcher. With it, you’ll be perfectly equipped for cool summer evenings. It’s both airy and warm, even though it’s knitted from fine cotton.

Recommended for advanced knitters

Click here for the knitting pattern

This airy tunic made from thin cotton in pink and white has a few pretty eye-catchers. A heart lace pattern is knitted into the upper section, and the hem is decorated with a lace pattern with green color accents.

Recommended for experienced knitters.

Click here for the knitting pattern

This children’s sweater made from sock yarn will keep the sun shining even in the fall. It fits sizes 92 to 104. The sweater has a collar and a button placket in the front.

Experienced beginners can easily follow along with this pattern to make this sweater.

Click here for the knitting pattern

This pretty jacket fits my little floppy teddy (20–25 cm tall). Of course, it also fits small dolls and is very easy to crochet.

Ideal for leftover yarn. Great for beginners with some crochet experience.

Go to the crochet pattern here

My favorite colors are red, yellow, and orange. But I also really like all the pastel shades.
I still have more than enough yarn, so I won’t be buying any more.

It’s been pretty humid here today, too. I live in Lower Bavaria as well. But that doesn’t stop me from knitting and crocheting at all. It doesn’t have to be thick merino wool right now, but cotton always works.

A tissue box cover doesn’t just look great in the summer—it also hides those little helpers in a very decorative way, adorned with butterflies and hearts.

It’s very easy to crochet and a great way to use up leftover yarn. It’s also a wonderful gift idea that’s sure to bring joy.

Click here for the crochet pattern

This colorful spring meadow—consisting of a placemat, coasters, floral decorations, and egg cozies—brings a summery vibe to your breakfast table. Even on days when the weather is a little gloomy.

All pieces are very easy to crochet and make a lovely project for beginners. Basic crochet skills are required.

The pattern includes various ideas for egg cozies. This is a great way to use up leftover yarn.

Click here for the crochet pattern.

This cute summer outfit fits teddy bears about 40 cm tall. I designed it for my Fynn. He feels totally comfortable in it.

It’s very easy to knit and a great project even for beginners with basic skills.

Click here for the knitting pattern.

These cute pants for dolls (40–50 cm tall) are also very easy to knit on the side. The pants are described in two different versions and are very easy to make—even for beginners with basic skills.

Click here for the knitting pattern.

This doll sleeping bag is something you can easily knit on the side. It’s sure to make the doll’s mom very happy, and she’ll be even more eager to go to bed with her little treasure.

The sleeping bag fits dolls measuring 40–50 cm, and even newborns can fit inside.

Easy to knit, even for beginners with basic skills.

Click here for the knitting pattern. 

Akela, you have great ideas. :) The bags look fantastic. And the apron is super practical. You’d have to think of that first. I hope you feel better soon, too.

I’m continuing to knit the leggings for my granddaughter, and the first leg is already taking shape. 



Today we’re having salad and roasted vegetables with smoked tofu.

Your potholders are a great idea, Mel. I really like them.

Now that my top is finished, I’ve already made quite a bit of progress on the leggings for Linja. The first leg is taking shape...



And today I’m finally going to get back to working on the suit for the teddy bears.

Next week, I’m taking the RV on a trip to Ravensburg to visit my grandchildren. I’m really looking forward to it. Linja has told me what she’d like me to crochet for her. But I’ll have to take a closer look at it first and then come up with something. It’ll be a real challenge, because I don’t have any idea yet. :-) So I’m curious myself to see how it turns out.

This cute little baby pinafore dress features a unique lace pattern that advanced knitters will really enjoy. I reknit it based on a children’s garment that’s over 50 years old, since I couldn’t find it anywhere anymore.

The dress fits from about 3 to 18 months.

Click here for the knitting pattern.

Men like hand-knitted pieces too. This timeless vest with a cable pattern is suitable for any occasion. The measurements in the pattern are for sizes 46–50.

That would make a lovely Christmas gift, wouldn’t it? It’s best to start now.

Click here for the knitting pattern. 

This sweet first baby jacket made from thicker cotton is a very pretty project for advanced crafters. It has a hood and a heart lace pattern and is reminiscent of traditional costume style. The jacket is knitted and the button band is crocheted.

Of course, the jacket can also be knitted from merino wool. It fits at least up to 3–6 months.

Here is the knitting pattern.

Dear Susann,

I’d love to join in the birthday wishes and wish you a wonderful day that goes exactly as you’d like. I wish you good health and lots of great new ideas for the year ahead.

All my love
Monika

Right now, I love knitting the most and am trying out a few new patterns. I’m really enjoying experimenting at the moment. I’m not sure yet how or where I’ll use it.

Happy birthday, dear Claudia! Above all, I wish you good health, joy in what you do, and continued success.

With love
Monika

Marion, I think your pot holders are super cool, too!

Thanks, Claudia! :)
By the way, I don’t live that far from Lake Chiemsee, and we often go there for short trips. Salzburg is also only 90 km away. And we head over to the Bad Tölz area every now and then in our RV. It’s really something to have the best vacation spots right in your backyard. :)

Mel, Marion, and Ruth, I’m so glad you like my top, too. :)

My usual colors are more red, yellow, and orange, but this yarn had been sitting in my “diet” and “leftover yarn” drawer for quite a while. So I finally took it out and knitted this top with it. It’s something completely different. I hadn’t imagined it would turn out this great beforehand.

I already have a few new ideas swirling around in my head about how I can put my leftover yarn to good use. But those ideas still need to mature a bit... :)

Now I’ll show you the summer top I finished. I like it even more than I thought I would. It just came together like this as I was knitting. I’ll wear it for the first time on Pentecost. We’re going to visit friends then.



And these are the leggings I started for Linja. She’s into blue right now.

Happy Birthday, Hanny! Have a proper celebration today and enjoy all the gifts this day brings you.

All the best
Monika

Happy birthday from me too, and have fun celebrating. I’m sure the weather is lovely where you are too.

Best regards
Monika

Thanks, Josefa! :)
I wish you and all visitors a sunny Pentecost as well!
On Sunday, we’re driving out to visit friends in the Salzburg region, and we’ll be having a vegan barbecue there in the evening.

Other than that, I’ll be enjoying the garden and, of course ... some time to knit.

This figure-hugging tunic with a heart lace pattern and a pretty lace-pattern hem can be knitted quickly by advanced knitters. The measurements in the pattern fit sizes 38–42.

Just get started right away and wear it soon.

Go to the knitting pattern here.

This pretty little baby pinafore dress is just the thing for summer. As an experienced knitter, you can even finish it over the Pentecost holidays. With its unusual lace pattern, it’s definitely a lovely challenge.

The dress fits from 3 months up to 1.5 years.

Click here for the knitting pattern

Yeah, that’s right. It motivates me immensely; otherwise, my UFOs would probably be piling up. It’s really fun to participate here and snag a few titles at the end of the month. :) Thanks, Josefa! :)

Wow, I’ve learned something new again. I’m familiar with crocheting into the back loop or front loop, but the abbreviation is new to me.

Thanks, everyone!

Wow, you’ve all made some amazing things. Marlene, that shawl looks great! I love the pattern and the colors.

Ruth, your cactus is so cute.
Mel, I think your cactus is just as cute—just different. I’m sure a lot of people will be interested in it, since it’s also very useful. There are probably way more cactus lovers out there than you think.

Sandra, I’m already curious about your next hand puppet.

I’ll finish up my top tonight. I just need to weave in the loose ends. Then I can put it on. :)

These cheerful ladybugs are a hit in any kitchen—a real eye-catcher. And they’re also super useful, because they love hot pots and baking sheets.

The oven mitts are very easy to crochet, even for beginners with crochet experience.

Click here for the crochet pattern.