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With this tissue box, you’ll always have a lovely gift on hand. My friend saw it at my place and immediately wanted one too. The tissues are hidden very discreetly inside, and you can choose colors to match your decor.

The box is very easy to crochet yourself, even for beginners with basic skills.

Click here for the crochet pattern and more 



A color variation I just gave as a gift:

These knitted hairbands with a lace pattern also offer plenty of room for creativity. And here, too, you can use up lots of colorful yarn scraps.

A hairband like this is always handy for children or grandchildren in the summer.

Recommended for experienced knitters.

Click here for the knitting pattern.

You have lots of leftovers lying around. Then these creatively designed scrap-eaters are just the thing. They are very easy to crochet, and you can use various leftover materials for them.

The scrap-eaters can be used well as pencil holders, for example, and also for crochet hooks or other small items. They’re sure to be a hit as party favors for guests at children’s birthday parties. And they also make great gift packaging. The hair can be pressed down, and the gift tucked inside is no longer visible.

Here’s the crochet pattern and more info.

Sofi, your Grandpa Heinrich looks great. You’re sure to make a good impression with that. I’m already curious to see Grandma.

Dear Birgit,
I’d like to extend my warmest birthday wishes to you and hope you have a wonderful day filled with many joyful surprises. Enjoy everything and let yourself be celebrated.

Warm regards
Monika

Wow, your husbands are one more interesting than the next.

My husband is very creative. He’s even given me a few ideas for crocheting and knitting.

What I especially love is that he always tries to fix our small appliances—and often succeeds. And even better—he’s already put a lot of extremely practical ideas into action in our 26-year-old RV. Just recently, he installed a new water pump, which was a real challenge but turned out really well.

He also enjoys editing videos and even creates his own artistic images using a 3D program. Overall, he’s very versatile and can do almost anything—except cook. But I’m more than happy to take care of that. ;-)

Sandra, St. Gilgen is absolutely beautiful. You have a lot to look forward to there. We’re already thinking about whether we’ll take our RV there again this year.

Otherwise, we like to take short trips in the RV—spontaneously, depending on the weather. Kelheim on the Danube is still on our list, and Bernau at some point. And also the Allgäu and Lake Constance. During the hot summer months, we prefer to stay home in the garden. Starting in July, it’s time for the berry harvest, which we’re really looking forward to.

I’d like to thank you all so much for the lovely congratulations. It’s really wonderful here when so many people share in the joy. :-)

Christina, “the desired one,” is also beautiful and fits perfectly. Just like Linja, she’s an absolutely much-wanted child.

Oh, you’re so sweet to be so happy for me. I just Googled “Juna name” and found quite a bit—for example, that the name is derived from the Roman goddess of birth, marriage, and care. Translated from Latin, it means “to bloom, the one who blooms.” And what surprises me is that in 2015, it was one of the 100 most popular first names.
I also like the TaTüBox in these colors—I wouldn’t have guessed that beforehand. Now I’ve got my fifth coaster on the hook and want to have six finished by tomorrow. It’s nice that I can give my friend a gift she’ll really be happy about for once.

Marion and Mel, I think your needle grannies are really original. I think I’ll crochet one of those for myself someday, too.

Have a great weekend, everyone!

Dear friends, thank you so much for your congratulations and for sharing in my joy. Now I just can’t help but show her to you. By the way, the little one’s name is Juna (not Luna). I don’t know the meaning yet, but it sounds very beautiful. Here’s the first photo—she’s just a few hours old.



And I’ve now finished the tissue box cover for my friend, along with a matching coaster. She’s absolutely thrilled with it. Five more coasters are still to come.



Claudia, your toilet roll and your bag are absolutely fantastic. I think they’re real works of art.

If you love knitting pretty lace patterns, you can really let your creativity run wild with this poncho and shawl featuring pink waves. It’s so much fun to knit, and the result is truly impressive.

You’ll be an eye-catcher wherever you go.

Click here for the knitting pattern and more info

This sweet baby jacket with a hat made from sock yarn also fits sizes 62 - 80. The knit-and-purl stitch pattern looks good on both sides. 

Recommended for experienced knitters.

Click here for the knitting pattern and more info.

What knitting grandma or mom wouldn’t want a little dress that grows with the child? This one is a real transformer and fits sizes 74–98.

It’s also easy to knit, even for beginners with some knitting experience.

Click here for the knitting pattern and more info.

Even though it’s already evening, I’d like to join the birthday wishes and wish you a wonderful, healthy year ahead.

All the best from
Monika

Happy birthday from the bottom of my heart, Tina! I wish you a wonderful year ahead filled with many joyful surprises.

Warm regards
Monika

You two have conjured up some amazing things again, Ruth and Sandra. I really love everything.

I’ve now finished the TaTü box for my friend, and she’s thrilled with it. Tomorrow I’ll take a photo and show it to you here.

I’m still totally blown away!! I just got the news about the birth of my granddaughter. She was born last night at 1:15 a.m. and her name is Luna.

It’s such a wonderful feeling! I’m sure all the grandmas here can relate...

Now I just need to really let it sink in and celebrate. :)

Mel, your grandma is so cute, too! I want one too... :-)

I’ve already finished one UFO this month. I’ll have to carry the other two over into June, since I probably won’t be able to finish them. But at least one is better than none. ;-)

This cute little baby dress with its pretty lace pattern is a highlight for little baby girls—a real eye-catcher.

Recommended for experienced knitters. Fits sizes 62–80/86.

Click here for the knitting pattern.

This tunic has a few special touches, such as a heart-shaped lace pattern on the chest and a pretty lace pattern along the bottom hem.

Recommended for experienced knitters. Suitable for sizes 38–42 - fitted.

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These cute baby summer pants are quick and easy to knit—even for beginners with some knitting experience. They grow with your baby from size 62 to 92.

Click here for the knitting pattern

Here you’ll find sporty summer clothes for teddy bears (25–30 cm) that are very easy to knit. Even beginners with the usual basic skills can make them.

Go to the knitting pattern here.

A cute little baby pinafore dress that grows with your baby from 6 to 18 months and fits perfectly. You can make it with this pattern.

Click here for the knitting pattern

This romantic summer skirt can be knitted in any size, even though the pattern is written for sizes 38–42. It features a pretty lace pattern at the hem and a few especially lovely details.

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This poncho and shawl set, with its pretty lace pattern and waves, is just the thing for cool summer evenings. It’ll keep you looking great for any occasion—a real eye-catcher.

Knitting this poncho and shawl set is fun—it never gets boring. However, I recommend it only for experienced knitters.

To the knitting pattern and more 

Even though it’s a little late, I’d like to add my birthday wishes and wish you all the best and a wonderful year ahead.

Warm regards
Monika

This pretty, colorful children’s jacket made of merino wool is knitted using the raglan method from the top down. It features knitted-in pockets and a hood, and is very comfortable and practical.

Recommended for experienced knitters. The measurements in the description are suitable for sizes 92–104.

Click here for the knitting pattern. 

This top-down raglan sweater was designed for the Schlafteddy (35–40 cm), along with a sleeping bag. Both are easy to knit if you’ve knitted before.

Click here for the knitting pattern.

This cute little doll's jacket is knitted top down using raglan. If you've knitted before, you'll be able to make it easily, along with the matching hat.

The doll's mommy will be delighted, because this way her darling will be dressed just as nicely as a real baby. The measurements fit dolls that are 40-50 cm tall, including Baby Born, for example.

Click here for the knitting pattern

Thanks, Mel and Marion, for your feedback! :)

Marion, I think your gift turned out absolutely fantastic! It’s sure to bring a lot of joy.

I’m currently working on the TaTü box and it should be finished tomorrow. My friend is already looking forward to it. After that, I’ll start on the matching granny squares, which will become coasters.

She’s leaving again next Wednesday, and I want to have everything finished for her by then. After that, I’ll get back to my top.

Well, now I’m going to continue celebrating a birthday with my husband. Things are pretty hectic right now...

Top 1 - Knit socks the easy way with the mowi heel

With this way of knitting socks, you might really enjoy it—perhaps for the first time. I immediately knit socks for the whole family using it.

Click here for the knitting pattern and more information.





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

This cowl looks great and is extremely practical. All you need is one ball of cotton and the usual basic knitting skills. And then you can get started.

Click here for the knitting pattern and more information.



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

It’s fun to make this skirt with the knitted-in hearts, because the pattern makes it quite easy. The special thing: this favorite piece can be worn for a very long time, because it grows along with the child.

Well suited for beginners who have knitted before.

Click here for the knitting pattern and more information.

I’d like to bump this thread back up so it doesn’t get forgotten…

You’ve all conjured up such beautiful things again… great warm slippers… and bags. Awesome!

I’m a bit busier offline right now since I have a dear friend visiting. I’ve set aside some extra time for that so we can do things together. She did have one request, though: a tissue box cover—the big one—in her favorite colors. Plus some matching granny squares.

So I’ve put my top aside for now and will keep knitting it after she leaves. I’ve already gotten pretty far with it anyway. Here’s what it looks like now:



And I also crocheted two coasters to go with my flower meadow:

Since I have a dear friend visiting for 10 days, I barely have time to crochet or knit. However, she asked for something, and I’d like to finish crocheting it during this time so she can take it home with her.

It’s the tissue box cover—this time in two colors, beige and light brown, to match her decor. She’d also like some granny squares as coasters.

These ladybug potholders are a fun splash of color in the kitchen. They are very easy to crochet, making them a great project for beginners. Basic knowledge is required.

To the crochet pattern and more

A splash of color can also be a headband. This one with the colorful lace pattern can be knitted from leftover yarn.

Recommended for experienced knitters. The size and width can be adjusted individually.

To the knitting pattern and more

I’d also like to wish you a happy birthday. Have a wonderful and very happy year ahead.

Best regards, Monika

This sweet baby pinafore dress with a lace pattern is just right for the summer months. It is knitted from airy, lightweight cotton and can be worn with a shirt underneath or without one. It fits from 3 to at least 12 months.

Recommended for experienced knitters.

Go to the knitting pattern and more



Note: There is also a value set that additionally includes matching booties and a headband.

This poncho and shawl feature a pattern mix of a pretty lace pattern with waves. This makes it a real eye-catcher. It looks great for any occasion and keeps you warm on cool summer evenings, even though it’s also airy.

Recommended for experienced knitters.

Go to the knitting pattern and more

My grandchildren’s mother prefers natural fibers—like wool, cotton, silk, bamboo, and similar materials. So wool wouldn’t be out of the question for me, because it has a self-cleaning effect. My granddaughter has lots of woolen items that have really stood the test of time—for example, leggings, a cardigan, a hat, etc.

However, when it comes to wool, I make sure it isn’t scratchy. Baby merino or a blend of cotton and merino works very well for that.

So far, all of these clothes have washed well and are worn often.

You can crochet this kindergarten bag yourself. It is quite sturdy, has a double reinforced base, and an adjustable strap. My granddaughter absolutely loves it and also takes it along on walks.

Recommended for experienced crocheters.

You can find the crochet pattern here.

Well, I’ve learned something new again. Funny—I first read the word in its English form and thought it had something to do with the web... *grin*.

A good friend is visiting us for 10 days, and we’re really happy about it. Finally, we have more time for each other.

Something funny happened yesterday. She was looking for tissues, and I told her they were on the table. It took her a while, but then she spotted the crocheted tissue box cover. She liked it so much that now she wants one to match her decor—along with square granny-square coasters in the same color. Luckily, I have the colors in stock, so I don’t have to break my yarn diet.

I’m happy that I can fulfill one of her wishes, because she’s always there for us when we need her. A real treasure!

For dinner today, we’re having a vegetable and rice stir-fry and salad.

Wishing you a wonderful birthday, Sylvia! Have lots of joy, lovely guests, and may you be showered with gifts.

Best wishes
Monika

Wishing you all the best and beautiful things for your birthday, Elamai! Have a lovely day with dear people!

Best wishes, Monika

This cute little strappy dress for babies also grows with your little one—from 6 to 18 months. It fits perfectly thanks to the raised back and is very easy to knit. Basic knitting skills are required.

Click here for the knitting pattern and more info. 

This cute little strappy dress with knitted-in hearts really fits from baby to toddler (sizes 74 - 98), because it can transform.

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

Click here for the knitting pattern and more info

My husband had asked for these ear pads for his headphones, and he loves them. They feel completely different on the ears than the usual plastic ones.

Easy to crochet - described in two versions.

Click here for the crochet pattern.

I've learned something new again. ;-) Thanks for the info.

Wishing you a happy birthday and a wonderful year ahead.

Best wishes, Monika

Hidden inside this gnome house is a storage basket. For example, I keep some leftover yarn or skeins inside, and buttons and crochet hooks are tucked into the pocket at the front, which is disguised as a door.

It’s very easy to crochet if you’ve done it before.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome house storage basket.



There’s also the gnome family, which can serve as storage for many different small items. They can also be used as toys when the grandkids come to visit. Or as an Advent calendar. There really are no limits to your imagination here. Even easier to crochet than the gnome house. And just perfect for using up leftover yarn. The more colorful, the better

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome family



Note: All the pieces are also available together as a saver set.

The Leftover Muncher Gang is the perfect place to store pens, crochet hooks, sets of double-pointed needles, buttons, small bits of leftover yarn, and much more. You can leave them open at the top or close them—and then use them as gift packaging.

The best part: you can use all sorts of different leftover yarn for them. There are no limits to your imagination.

Great for beginners. Basic skills should be present.

Click here for the crochet pattern.