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Color promotion in January 2018
The convertible pinafore dress that fits babies and even toddlers—from size 74 to 98

This sweet little pinafore dress with knitted-in hearts is very easy to knit in one piece. You can do it even as a beginner with some knitting experience.

The little dress turns into a skirt and can be worn in many different ways. The crocheted heart appliqué is included in your pattern folder. 

You can find the knitting pattern here.

Color campaign in summer 2018 
The set for baby girls—a dream in rosy pink:
A knitted baby dress with a lace pattern, including a hairband and crocheted little shoes

Your little sweetie will look simply adorable in it. I recreated the lace pattern from a children’s jacket that is now 50 years old and used it in the dress and also in the hairband. Some knitting experience is recommended for this. The little shoes are very easy to crochet.

The little dress fits throughout the baby stage. If you knit it a bit longer, it can even be worn for longer. It is suitable for every season and is always a pretty eye-catcher.

To the knitting and crochet pattern for the baby set here

Tina, feel free to show yourself—you look great! :)
But I feel much the same way as you do... which is why I know how critical you can be of your own photos. Well, and I’m just not as young and fresh as you are anymore. ;-)

Tina, you’re such a great model. It really shows what it looks like “in real life” when you’re wearing it. :)
Your loop scarf is really pretty—those are my colors, too. And I love the headband as well.

Yeah, Ruth, I know that disaster all too well—it happens sometimes when you’re learning by doing. Luckily, it tends to happen to me more with small things.

Today I’ll finally get around to knitting the shoulders of my husband’s vest together. Now all that’s missing are the right buttons, and then it’ll be done—just in time for the coming cold snap. It’s still pretty much summer here right now.

Yesterday I also crocheted a maple leaf in the garden, just like some of you did. It was a great way to use up some leftover yarn. I’ll finish it today and then show it to you. As usual for me, I’ve changed it up a bit—partly by accident. I actually have one extra point, and it’s in two colors. It already looks totally great.

Now I wish you all a lovely sunny day—just like we’re having here!

Love, Monika

Do you need pretty packaging for a blooming poinsettia? This pot cover is sure to be a hit. It will keep bringing joy even long after the poinsettia has finished blooming.

The pot cover is very easy to crochet and can be adapted to any pot size.

The crochet pattern for the star scatter decorations is included as well.

Go to the crochet pattern for the poinsettia packaging incl. scatter stars.

Note: The pattern for the stars is also available on its own in my shop.

If you enjoy knitting, this sweet cuddly teddy bear is just the thing for creating a Christmas gift for your grandchild.

It’s super easy to knit, and you can even use up some leftover yarn while you’re at it.

Go to the knitting pattern here.

These lucky ladybug potholders make a decorative Christmas surprise. You can surely crochet them on the side, because they’re super easy to make, even if you’re still a beginner (with basic knowledge).

Here’s the crochet pattern

Everything looks great, Ruth—you’ve really worked your magic there. I think the sweater is awesome, too.
You’ve been incredibly productive—kudos!

Well then, I’ll just go ahead and start…

About two years ago, I was looking for a pattern for some specific baby clothes. That’s how I ended up at crazypatterns via a search engine, and I was thrilled by the variety. I especially liked that I could ask the authors directly if there was something I didn’t understand.

These were exactly the kinds of patterns I’d been looking for—where everything is described in detail and even illustrated. I just don’t find the short patterns—like the ones in magazines—very helpful at all.

In early 2017, I started creating my own designs, and I’ve been very happy to be one of the authors here ever since. Yes, I really feel at home here.

Best regards, Monika

I’m going to head out to the balcony now and finish up the vest for my husband—at least the knitting part. Then all that’s left is to add the buttons, and he can wear it… he’s already looking forward to it.

Of course, you’ll get to see it here, too.

As for new projects, I’m not quite sure what to start yet. There are just too many ideas… and too much yarn, too. I won’t need to buy anything for a long time. I don’t even dare to take a picture of my stash—I’d probably give myself a shock… because by now it’s scattered all over every possible nook and cranny in the closets.

The weather is still summery, so there’s plenty you can get done outdoors. I’ll probably finish the knitting part of the men’s vest today—out on the balcony. :-)

Last night we went out to eat with friends at a typical Bavarian inn. As vegans, we probably presented the chef with a challenge he’d never faced before. Since there was nothing on the menu that didn’t contain cheese, we just ordered a vegetable platter. Well… it was just defrosted vegetables without much seasoning.

  We often have salads at home, too, made with a mix of raw and cooked ingredients. Today I’m going to make a vegetable rice dish seasoned with delicious herbs and served with smoked tofu—it’s been a while since I’ve had that.

I wish all readers here a wonderful week!

Best wishes, Monika

This tissue box cover—decorated with pretty butterflies and hearts—is timeless and very popular. There are many advantages to crocheting it right away:

• You’ll always have a lovely little gift to bring or give
• Your ugly cardboard boxes are decoratively hidden inside it
• You can crochet it in many color variations and use up lots of leftover yarn
• Especially environmentally friendly:
  I even have them on my dining table—as a replacement for napkins.

The box is also very easy for beginners to make. All steps are explained clearly and shown with photos. You should have basic skills.

Go to the crochet pattern here

This grow-with-me pinafore dress for toddlers is a sweet classic for all knitting grandmas and moms. That means this favorite piece can be worn for a very long time—from 1 1/2 to 5 years.

The pinafore dress is knitted in one piece without seams and can be worn in any season. I knitted it in cotton, but you can also use a different yarn with the same yardage.

The pattern is also very easy to understand for beginners with basic knowledge. Many steps are explained with additional photos.

To the knitting pattern here

A perennial classic is this round collar and shoulder warmer, which also has a second function. You can knit it as a baby or doll skirt, too. And when it no longer fits, simply wear it yourself.

The pattern is absolutely beginner-friendly and written without abbreviations. There is a print version and a photo version.

Go to the knitting pattern here

Wow, they look amazing and must feel wonderful to hold. I’m so happy for you, and all I can say is: happy crocheting! :)

Yes, and they're really easy to sew on because they have holes in them.
I’ll make the next pair of shoes for my granddaughter the same way, because I haven’t had very good experiences with liquid silicone. After a while, it doesn’t look good at all, and it doesn’t wash very well either.

Today I finished up a UFO—my slippers. I’d felted them over the last few days; now I just had to attach the soles.

For slip resistance, I came up with an alternative to liquid silicone. I cut soles from scraps of a soft foam mat and sewed them on the bottom. They feel great to walk in—I’ve already tried them out.

And if the soles ever start to look worn out or even break, I can easily remove them and sew new ones on.

Here’s what they look like—soles included:



Today I was crocheting in the garden; the weather is still wonderfully summery, and it’s supposed to stay that way for now (in eastern Bavaria).

Tomorrow we’re going on an outing with friends and grabbing dinner in the evening. The weather’s perfect, too—what more could you ask for? :)

Susanne, I also wish you all the best on your birthday and hope this new year brings you lots of joy.

Best regards, Monika

It looks nice and colorful, Christina. Halloween is a big deal in America. I’m not necessarily a fan of it.

It must have been nice to finally get to cuddle your grandson. :)
I’m sure you brought him the little bear in the picture, right?

This pot cover shines just as brightly as your poinsettia. The scatter decorations for the table are included with the pattern for the pot.

Perfect for beginners; everything is explained in individual steps. 
You can customize the cover for any pot size.

Go to the crochet pattern here


You can also get the crochet pattern for the star scatter decorations separately. By the way, the stars are also great for hanging up.

Go to the crochet pattern here

This colorful children’s jacket with a hood and pockets is just the thing for little ones this fall. It keeps them cozy, warm, and comfortably dressed on walks or at the playground. 

The jacket has very few seams. Only the pockets need to be sewn on one side each. 
It is knitted top-down with raglan shaping and fits sizes 92–104.

Go to the knitting pattern here

This sweet little strap dress with knitted-in hearts grows with your child—from size 74 to 98. It has no seams and is knitted from the bottom up in one piece.

The pattern describes every individual step and is easy to understand even for beginners (with basic knowledge).

Go to the knitting pattern here

This cute baby pants can be worn in summer and winter. The legs can be knitted longer or shorter as desired. Suitable for girls and boys alike.

Grows with your baby from size 62 - at least up to 1 1/2 years.

The knitting pattern describes every individual step very precisely and is therefore also suitable for beginners. Basic knowledge is required, and some knitting experience would be an advantage.

Go to the knitting pattern here

These ladybug potholders with their typical spots are an eye-catcher in my kitchen. And the best part: they’re very easy and quick to crochet.

So they’re great for beginners. Basic skills are required.

Go to the crochet pattern here

My granddaughter also has search-and-find books and loves them. There’s so much to discover—it’s always something new. While reading to her, I was amazed at the great books available today—the ones where you can pull out sections of the pages and that sometimes even make sounds.

Here’s a photo from September of me reading to her


Christina, very cute photo. :) By the way, I think your profile picture is really cute.

Wow, Christina, those are some really beautiful embroidery pieces, and you’ve finished a really lovely vest there.
How was it in America? Were you the one with your grandchild in the U.S.?

Belated best wishes from me too, and wishing you a wonderful, healthy, and happy year ahead!

Best wishes, Monika

Happy birthday, Klaus, and have a wonderful celebration with lovely guests and great gifts.

Warm regards
Monika

Dear Nina, I’d also like to join the birthday wishes and wish you all the best on your birthday. Above all, I wish you good health and plenty of time to bring your ideas to life.

Warm regards
Monika

I also prefer using new skeins.

Dear Jale,

I’d also like to warmly welcome you here to our group. I’m not exactly a spring chicken myself—I was born in 1954—and I’d also like to live to be at least 100 years old so I can bring at least some of my ideas to life.

Wow—you really do have a wealth of knowledge and skills. There are some techniques I’ve never even heard of either. I love crocheting and knitting best, but I’m always open to learning something new.

I look forward to seeing more from you!

Warm regards
Monika

The vest still needs buttons, but that’ll be quick to sort out. I’ll keep at it.
I think I’ll get quite a bit finished this month.

I have so many new ideas in my head that I’m not quite sure yet what I really want to make.
Maybe I’ll just make a few socks in between...

Wow, Marion, you’ve been so busy. Such beautiful things—I really like them. :)

I’ve also made some progress on the fluffy little bear—out in the sun, by the way.
Now all that’s left are the hind legs, the little tail, and the ears. Finally, I’ll embroider the nose, sew on the eyes, and, of course, sew all the individual pieces together. It’s going to be really cute.

The vest just needs a few more rows. I’ll show you everything when it’s done.

I want to finish this first before I start anything new.
Exception: yesterday I started crocheting an autumn leaf. I just couldn’t resist—using leftover yarn. I plan to finish that this month, too.

New projects are already in the works, but not yet in detail.

Very simple and optimized for beginners, this pattern for this pretty cowl fits beautifully under sweaters and blouses. All you need is a leftover ball of lightweight cotton.

Especially practical: You can also use the cowl first as a baby skirt and wear it yourself later. Anything is possible here. :)

Go to the knitting pattern here

This cute little jacket fits a floppy teddy bear that is between 20–25 cm tall. It can be crocheted quickly and easily from leftover yarn and is great for beginners (basic skills required).

Of course, the little jacket also fits dolls of the same size. So you already have a Christmas gift for a child or grandchild.

Go to the crochet pattern here

These lucky ladybug potholders can be the highlight and a splash of color in your kitchen. They are very easy and absolutely suitable for beginners (basic knowledge is required).

My tip:
Crochet 2 pairs right away, then you'll have a pretty gift in reserve.

Go to the crochet pattern here

Happy birthday, and here’s to a year filled with joy and good health!

Best regards, Monika

What a cute photo, Inna! :)

We’ve had visitors all day so far, so I haven’t gotten anything done. But tonight I’m going to keep knitting my husband’s vest.

Oh, that’s so cute, Sandra! I want one too… grin… :)
A great idea, and I think it’ll go over well with people of all ages.

My yarn stash is huge again, so I’m going back on a “yarn diet” for now. I really need to reduce it, because all my closets and compartments are stuffed to the brim. :)

This circular collar, or shoulder warmer, is a highlight for beginners with the usual basic skills. The pattern is easy to understand, and the circular collar knits up quickly—from just one skein of lightweight cotton.

To the knitting pattern here

This cute pinafore dress with the knitted-in hearts is something special, because it’s a real quick-change artist. It fits your child from 1.5 to 5 years old, as it transforms over time.

It’s also easy to knit, from the bottom up with no seams. The pattern is written so that even beginners (with basic knowledge) can work with it well.

Go to the knitting pattern here

This pretty cover for your tissue boxes is still an absolute hit—decorated with hearts and butterflies. Great for leftover yarn, because it looks decorative in any color combination.

It’s best to crochet several right away, so you’ll always have an extraordinary gift ready, which is also wonderful for a new baby, by the way. It looks really lovely in the nursery.

Go to the crochet pattern here

Oh, Sandra, my son always had a cloth handkerchief to suck on. I changed it every day so it could be washed. He accepted that really well.

When he was 2 or even almost 3, he discovered his love for a monkey, which never left his side after that. :-)

Anton seems to be extending his curiosity to everything, which is great. That way, at least you won’t have a problem if he ever loses his stuffed animal.

How about putting the giraffe in bed with him? If you take it to bed with you first, it’ll have your scent on it. He’ll definitely love that. ;-)

@Fun-Design,
wow, that looks delicious...

The headband turned out really pretty, Tina! :)

Thanks, Sandra! It only hurts when I’m sitting if there’s a jolt or vibration (which is why I’m not biking right now). Otherwise, thankfully, everything’s fine. I heal well—it’ll be okay.

You can knit this cute raglan sweater in one day for your teddy bear or your doll (25–30 cm tall). Or your grandchildren will be delighted with it. I originally designed it for Teddy Fynn.

The pattern is written so that even as a somewhat experienced beginner, you’ll be able to manage it well.

To the knitting pattern here