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Now there’s also a Door Guard Bear. It clearly shows whether the way is clear or not. Very useful for all family members. And the little bear spreads good cheer everywhere.


With the crochet pattern, even beginners with basic skills can easily recreate the bear. Everything is explained step by step with photos.

Since it uses very little yarn, it’s also a great way to use up leftover yarn.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the Door Guard Bear.

Dear Petra,
belated happy birthday! I’m sure you’re still enjoying it.
May this new year of your life bring you lots of new ideas, plenty of time for handicrafts, and, of course, good health and loving moments.

It’s so nice to have you here!

Warm regards
Monika

This red summer tunic can also be worn all year round. It also looks great with a shirt underneath.


The tunic can also be made by knitting beginners with basic knowledge. In the pattern, every step is explained with photos. Size 38-42 is described, but the measurements can easily be adjusted to another size.

The tunic is knitted in one piece from the bottom up. It is only sewn together at the top at the shoulder.

Click here for the knitting pattern for the red and yellow tunic.

This decorative tissue box cover can be crocheted over a weekend.


It can be worked up very well and easily with the pattern; you only need the usual basic crochet skills. Everything is explained step by step and with lots of photos.

Of course, the colors can be freely chosen to match your décor. It also makes a very useful surprise gift or little present to bring along.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the tissue box cover.

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This owl serves a very useful function as a door hanger. It is a door guard and, with its color and lettering, shows exactly whether the way is clear or not. Children especially will love it. But it is also very useful for the office, on the bathroom door, or on the restroom door.



This owl can also be worked up well with the pattern by beginners with basic crochet skills. It makes a very nice gift and is crocheted in no time.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the guard owl.

A very special kind of basket is this little gnome house. It’s quick and easy to crochet with the pattern if you have basic crochet skills.


It’s great for storing yarn. The door is open at the top, so you can hide all kinds of little things there, such as needles or buttons.

For children, the house is a wonderful toy—together with the gnomes, which are also available in my shop. And at breakfast, everyone in the family will be in a good mood when the rolls are hidden in this gnome house. 

You can also leave off the face if you like. Even as a house without decoration, it looks very decorative. And without the roof, it is simply a decorative basket.



Here’s the crochet pattern for the gnome house.

Gnomes need a gnome house too, and now you can find one in my shop. It’s quick and easy to crochet with the pattern if you have basic crochet skills.


I use this house for my yarn, for example. The door is open at the top, so all those little things like needles or buttons can be stored there.

For children, the house is a creative toy—together with the gnomes, which are also available in my shop. And at breakfast, everyone in the family will be in a good mood right away when the rolls are hidden in this gnome house. 

You can also leave off the face if you like. Even as a house without decoration, it looks very decorative and can be used in many different ways.

Here’s the crochet pattern for the gnome house.

As befits gnomes, they’ve now been given a house to live in. It’s quick and easy to crochet using the pattern, provided you have basic crocheting skills.


The house is versatile and sure to put you in a good mood. In my case, this house holds my yarn. The opening at the top means you can store all sorts of small items there, such as needles or buttons.

For kids, the house is a great toy—especially when paired with the gnomes, which are also available in my shop. It’s perfect for storing lots of treasures and inspires all kinds of new play ideas.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome house. 

This gnome house is an unusual and funny gift wrap at the same time. It’s easy and quick to crochet with the pattern if you have basic crochet skills.


There are no limits to your imagination when it comes to what goes inside the gnome house. For example, in my case this house holds my yarn. Since the door is open at the top, all those little things like needles or buttons can be stored in it.

For children, the house is a brilliant toy—together with the gnomes, which are also available in my shop. And at breakfast, the gnome house instantly puts everyone in a good mood when the rolls are hidden inside it. 

You can also leave off the face if you like. Even as a house without decoration, it looks very decorative and is a real hit as gift wrap.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome house.

Oh yes, Traudelina, the UFOs ... I'm tackling those right now so I don't slowly start losing track... ;-)
And now the temperatures are a bit more knitting-friendly. :-)

Best regards from Monika



Kids love gnomes and fairy-tale characters.

This fun gnome family will delight your children and grandchildren. That’s because they’re so versatile.

• You can use them to wrap gifts (e.g., money, jewelry, candy, and much more).
• They’re a huge hit as egg cozies.
• They make a cute little gift for young and old alike.
• They can hold your knitting and crochet supplies, such as buttons.
• They can also store jewelry inside their bodies.
• They also make a great Advent calendar for your children.
• They’re a huge hit at kids’ birthday parties and are sure to bring lots of joy.
• And of course, they’re also a great toy for kids.

You can be sure:
Wherever these cute little gnomes are, they spread joy and good cheer! :-)
As a gift, they’ll delight every child!

I’d describe the difficulty level as easy. It just takes a little patience and skill to shape the faces.

Beginners with basic skills can easily and quickly recreate these gnomes.

The individual steps are described in detail in the pattern. The PDF file includes 21 pages and 53 individual photos.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome family. 



These fun little gnomes can be crocheted quickly in between. And with a little skill, you can even shape the face right away.

What makes these gnomes special is that they serve many useful purposes, for example:

• You can use them to wrap gifts (e.g., money, jewelry, candy, and much more).
• They’re a huge hit as egg cozies.
• They make a cute little gift for young and old alike.
• They keep your knitting and crochet supplies safe, such as buttons.
• They can also store jewelry inside their bodies.
• They also work wonderfully as Advent calendar gifts.
• They’re a huge hit at kids’ birthday parties and are sure to bring lots of joy.
• And of course, they’re also great toys for kids.

I’m sure you can think of even more uses.

You can be sure:
wherever these cute little gnomes go, they spread joy and good cheer! :-)
A nice gift like this is always well received, not just for Secret Santa.

I’d rate the difficulty level as easy. It just takes a little patience and skill to shape the faces.

Beginners with basic skills can easily and quickly recreate these gnomes.

The individual steps are described in detail in the pattern. The PDF file is 21 pages long and includes 53 individual photos.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome family. 



This fun family of gnomes is quick to crochet. It’s fun to watch the family grow little by little once the first gnome is finished. What makes them special is that they serve many great and useful purposes:

• You can use them to wrap gifts (e.g., money, jewelry, candy, and much more).
• They’re a huge hit as egg cozies.
• They make a cute little gift for young and old alike.
• They keep your knitting and crochet supplies safe, such as buttons.
• They can also store jewelry inside them.
• They also work wonderfully as Advent calendars.
• They’re a huge hit at kids’ birthday parties and are sure to bring lots of joy.
• And of course, they’re also a great toy for kids.

One thing is certain:
wherever these cute little gnomes are placed, they spread joy and good cheer! :-)
Such a lovely gift is always well-received, not just for Secret Santa.

I’d describe the difficulty level as easy. It just takes a bit of patience and dexterity to shape the faces.

Beginners with basic skills can easily and quickly recreate these gnomes.

The individual steps are described in detail in the pattern. The PDF file includes 21 pages and 53 individual photos.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome family. 



How about a fun family of gnomes with hidden gifts inside for the start of school? Every child is sure to love them.

Of course, the gnomes can do much more than just delight children—they also have a bunch of great and useful features:

• You can use them to wrap gifts (e.g., money, jewelry, candy, and much more).
• They’re a huge hit as egg cozies.
• They make a cute little gift for young and old alike.
• They keep your knitting and crochet supplies safe, such as buttons.
• They can also store jewelry inside their bodies.
• They also make great Advent calendars.
• They’re a huge hit at kids’ birthday parties and are sure to bring lots of joy.
• And of course, they’re also great toys for kids.

 
In any case, these little gnomes spread joy and good cheer everywhere! :-)

I’d describe the difficulty level as easy. It just takes a little patience and dexterity to shape the faces.

Beginners with basic skills can easily and quickly make these gnomes.

The individual steps are described in detail in the pattern. The PDF file is 21 pages long and includes 53 individual photos.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome family. 



This cute family of gnomes can be crocheted quickly in your spare time. Not only do they look funny, but they also serve a lot of great and useful purposes:

• You can use them to wrap gifts (e.g., money, jewelry, candy, and much more).
• They’re a huge hit as egg cozies.
• They make a sweet little gift for young and old alike.
• They can hold your knitting and crocheting supplies, such as buttons.
• They can also hold jewelry inside them.
• They also work well as an Advent calendar.
• They’re a huge hit at kids’ birthday parties and are sure to bring lots of joy.
• And of course, they’re also a great toy for kids.

The great bonus:
Wherever these cute little gnomes are placed, they spread joy and good cheer! :-)
And they’re always a hit as gifts—not just for Secret Santa.

I’d rate the difficulty level as easy. It just takes a little patience and skill to shape the faces.

Beginners with basic skills can easily and quickly recreate these gnomes.

The individual steps are described in detail in the pattern. The PDF file includes 21 pages and 53 individual photos.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome family. 



You can crochet these cute little gnomes on the side while having coffee or watching TV. That way, you’ll have your first Christmas gifts ready in no time—or an Advent calendar for big and little kids.

These gnomes have a whole bunch of great and useful features:

• You can use them to wrap gifts (e.g., money, jewelry, candy, and much more).
• They’re a huge hit as egg cozies.
• They make a sweet little gift for people of all ages.
• They hold your knitting and crocheting supplies, such as buttons.
• They can also store jewelry inside them.
• They also work beautifully as Advent calendar surprises.
• They’re a huge hit at kids’ birthday parties and are sure to bring lots of joy.
• And of course, they’re also a great toy for kids.

Wherever these cute little gnomes are placed, they spread joy and good cheer! :-)

I’d rate the difficulty level as easy. It just takes a little patience and skill to shape the faces.

Beginners with basic skills can easily and quickly recreate these gnomes.

The individual steps are described in detail in the pattern. The PDF file is 21 pages long and includes 53 individual photos.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome family. 



These cute little gnomes are year-round companions. They wander around the garden, can be filled with gifts, and spread good cheer everywhere as decorations.

You’ll only notice their special feature at second glance, because they have a lot of great and useful functions:

• You can wrap gifts inside them (e.g., money, jewelry, candy, and much more).
• They’re a huge hit as egg cozies.
• They make a sweet little gift for young and old alike.
• They hold your knitting and crocheting supplies, such as buttons.
• They can also store jewelry inside them.
• They also make a great addition as Advent calendars.
• They’re a huge hit at kids’ birthday parties and are sure to bring lots of joy.
• And, of course, they’re also a great toy for kids.

As a gift, they’ll be well-received everywhere and are sure to be a hit—not just with kids.

I’d rate the difficulty level as easy. It just takes a little patience and skill to shape the faces.

Beginners with basic skills can easily and quickly make these gnomes.

The individual steps are described in detail in the pattern. The PDF file is 21 pages long and includes 53 individual photos.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome family. 



This cute family of gnomes loves cheerful and colorful hues. They spread good cheer wherever they go. What makes them so special are their practical uses:

• You can use them to wrap gifts (e.g., money, jewelry, candy, and much more), for example, for a Secret Santa exchange.
• They’re a huge hit as egg cozies.
• They make a sweet little gift for young and old alike.
• They keep your knitting and crochet supplies safe, such as buttons.
• They can also hold jewelry inside them.
• They also make a great Advent calendar.
• They’re a huge hit at kids’ birthday parties and are sure to bring lots of joy.
• And, of course, they’re also a great toy for kids.

I’d rate the difficulty level as easy. It just takes a little patience and skill to shape the faces.

Beginners with basic skills can easily and quickly make these gnomes. The colors can, of course, be changed however you like.

The individual steps are described in detail in the pattern. The PDF file is 21 pages long and includes 53 individual photos.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome family. 



These little gnomes are simply adorable. And with a little heart on their pointed hats, they make a beautiful Advent calendar—for little and big kids alike.

What makes them so special are their many useful features:

• You can use them to wrap gifts (e.g., money, jewelry, candy, and much more), especially for Secret Santa exchanges.
• They’re a huge hit as egg cozies.
• They make a sweet little gift for young and old alike.
• They keep your knitting and crochet supplies safe, such as buttons.
• They can also store jewelry inside.
• They also make a great Advent calendar.
• They’re a huge hit at kids’ birthday parties and are sure to bring lots of joy.
• And of course, they’re also a great toy for kids.

 
Wherever these cute little gnomes are placed, they spread joy and good cheer! :-)
This makes them a truly heartfelt gift for loved ones.

I’d describe the difficulty level as easy. It just takes a little patience and skill to shape the faces.

Beginners with basic crocheting skills can easily and quickly recreate these gnomes.

The individual steps are described in detail in the pattern. The PDF file is 21 pages long and includes 53 individual photos.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome family. 



This cute gnome family is quick and easy to crochet. What makes them special is that they serve a lot of great and useful purposes:

• You can use them to wrap gifts (e.g., money, jewelry, candy, and much more)—a great idea for Secret Santa, for example.
• They’re a huge hit as egg cozies.
• They make a sweet little gift for young and old alike.
• They keep your knitting and crocheting supplies safe, such as buttons.
• They can also hold jewelry inside them.
• They also work well as Advent calendars.
• They’re a huge hit at kids’ birthday parties and are sure to bring lots of joy.
• And of course, they’re also a great toy for kids.

The lovely bonus:
Wherever these cute little gnomes are placed, they spread joy and good cheer! :-)
Who wouldn’t want that?

I’d describe the difficulty level as easy. It just takes a little patience and skill to shape the faces.

Beginners with basic skills can easily and quickly make these gnomes.

The individual steps are described in detail in the pattern. The PDF file is 21 pages long and includes 53 individual photos.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome family. 



This cute family of gnomes is small but lovely. Not only do they look funny, but they also serve a lot of useful purposes:

• You can use them to wrap gifts (e.g., money, jewelry, candy, and much more), for example, during a Secret Santa exchange.
• They’re a huge hit as egg cozies.
• They make a sweet little gift for young and old alike.
• They keep your knitting and crochet supplies safe, such as buttons.
• They can also store jewelry inside them.
• They also make a great Advent calendar.
• They’re a huge hit at kids’ birthday parties and are sure to bring lots of joy.
• And of course, they’re also a great toy for kids.

The really great bonus:
Wherever these cute little gnomes are placed, they spread joy and good cheer! :-)
And they’re well received as gifts everywhere.

I’d describe the difficulty level as easy. It just takes a little patience and skill to shape the faces.

Beginners with basic crocheting skills can easily and quickly recreate these gnomes.

The individual steps are described in detail in the pattern. The PDF file is 21 pages long and includes 53 individual photos.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the gnome family. 

Congratulations, dear Marion, and many happy moments in the year ahead!

Best wishes, Monika

This tissue box cover is quick and easy to crochet, whether in the garden, on the patio, or on the balcony. It makes a great, unusual gift and can be made in any color to match your decor.


The box is crocheted in one piece without seams. The 23-page crochet pattern explains each step in detail and also includes 53 detailed photos. It contains both the box and the appliqués.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the tissue box.


This Guardian Owl is not only a fun decoration, it also has a special function. It shows right at the door whether the way into the room is clear or not.



The 16-page pattern (PDF) for the Guardian Owl describes all steps in detail, mostly with photos. This means even beginners with basic skills can follow it easily.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the Guardian Owl.

This airy triangular shawl made from thin cotton is a quick-change artist, because it’s also a poncho.



In the knitting pattern, the complete shawl is explained step by step in detail over 18 pages plus an additional 2 pages with detailed pattern charts, including the pattern repeats and many photos. Basic knitting knowledge and a little practice are required.

The difficulty level is medium. The measurements described are designed for sizes 36-42. Other sizes can be easily adjusted.

Here’s the knitting pattern for the triangular shawl and poncho combo.

This summer poncho has two functions. It also doubles as a triangular shawl. Airy and light, a real eye-catcher, and warming on cool summer evenings.



Difficulty level: intermediate

Click here for the knitting pattern for the combination of triangular shawl and poncho.



This baby pinafore dress made of cotton can be worn in any season. It has a few special features:

The pinafore dress grows with your child for about 1 year, possibly even longer - from about 6 to 18 months. It gradually transforms in a very simple way into a little pinafore skirt. The raised straps in the back area ensure a good fit in every size.


Additional advantages:

• There are no seams! The dress is knitted from the bottom up in one piece.
• It is also very easy for beginners to make. However, basic knowledge should be present.

Click here for the knitting pattern for the baby pinafore dress.

Dear Astrid, belated happy birthday wishes from me, too.

May the coming year be the best of your life, and have fun with everything you do.

Warm regards
Monika

Belated happy birthday, Sandra! :-)

Take care and enjoy life all year long until your next birthday.

Warm regards
Monika

How about a combination of a triangular shawl and a poncho? It’s a real eye-catcher on cool summer evenings or for festive occasions!



In the 18-page knitting pattern with lots of photos plus 2 additional pages with detailed pattern charts, the entire shawl is explained clearly step by step. However, you should have basic knitting knowledge and a little practice. I would describe the difficulty level as intermediate. 

The following basic knitting and crochet skills are required:

• knitting knit and purl stitches
• knitting yarn overs
• right-leaning and left-leaning decreases (also briefly explained here)
• two-row seed stitch
• knitting from a pattern chart
• crocheting chain stitches and single crochet
• It would be helpful if you know how to pick up stitches to the right (there are notes on this in the pattern)

Materials:

• 300 g cotton in white (here: yardage 
• 170 m/50 g) 
• 50–100 g cotton in pink 
• One 80 cm circular knitting needle, size 3.5 
• One crochet hook, size 3.5 
• One yarn needle for weaving in ends 
• A few stitch markers
  

Click here for the knitting pattern for the poncho and triangular shawl combination

How about a combination of a triangular shawl and a poncho? A real eye-catcher on cool summer evenings or for festive occasions!



In the knitting pattern, the complete shawl is explained in detail step by step over 18 pages plus an additional 2 pages with detailed pattern charts, including the pattern repeats and lots of photos. However, you should have basic knitting skills and a little practice. I would rate the difficulty level as intermediate. 

The following basic knitting and crochet skills are required:

• knit knit and purl stitches
• work yarn overs
• decreases leaning to the right and to the left (also briefly explained here)
• two-row seed stitch
• knitting from a chart
• crochet chain stitches and single crochet
• It would be helpful if you know how to increase stitches to the right (there are notes on this in the pattern)

Material:

• 300 g cotton in white (here: yardage 
• 170 m/50 g) 
• 50-100 g cotton in pink 
• One 80 cm circular knitting needle, size 3.5 mm 
• One crochet hook, size 3.5 mm 
• One yarn needle for weaving in ends 
• A few stitch markers
  

Click here for the knitting pattern for the poncho and triangular shawl combination

Wow, that’s really touching, what you’ve experienced. I’m so happy for you!

I only started crafting again last winter after many years away from it. My favorite moments since then are always when my son (41) remembers the Norwegian sweaters he loved so much as a child and that I knitted for him. And he’s happy every time I knit for his daughter now. Yes, and the very best moment is when she puts the things on. That’s the absolute highlight for me.

I’ll get to experience that moment this weekend at our 25th wedding anniversary. :-)

Best regards - Monika

I’m sending you get-well wishes too, Schnuckelina! Give your body a break and enjoy it.

This is funny—I had no idea that yarn projects could be UFOs. How cool!

I just stopped by here now, after the weekend. ;-)
I’m also slowly getting started with ideas and projects for the fall and Christmas season. I’ve still got a few UFOs lying around that I just don’t feel like working on right now. The yarn is just too warm and too thick.

So I’ve started crocheting something new again. If it turns out the way I imagine it, it’ll be totally cute. In any case, it’s going to have a face… and I’m already curious to see how I’ll pull that off.

As I mentioned last week, I ordered some yarn. I really only needed one color, but… well. I guess I ended up needing several after all. And some of it is actually already on the hook.

Since we’re celebrating a silver wedding anniversary this weekend and I can finally give my granddaughter the two strappy dresses, I won’t be able to work on my UFOs and PIAs for now. That just makes me look forward to next week even more.

Have fun with your PIAs, UFOs, and SABLE (yes, that could be me, too)!

Monika 

Dear Yvonne,

Belated wishes bring joy too. So I’d like to wish you all the best belatedly, and lots of fun finding ideas and bringing them to life. And of course, I also wish you great success with your sales. :-)

Warm regards
Monika

These egg cozy sets bring good cheer to the table at any time of year. The pattern is written very simply, so even beginners can work with it easily. And you get a quick sense of accomplishment.



The following materials are needed:

• Yellow and red cotton yarn (here: Drops You7 - yardage approx. 170 m/50 g)
• Eyes to sew on (available as buttons – glued-on ones will also work if necessary)
• White craft foam
• A hole punch
• Crochet hook size 3-3.5

You’ll need these basic skills:

• single crochet, slip stitches, chain stitches
• decreasing and increasing stitches (briefly explained)
• The magic ring is shown in detail in the pattern.

Here are the good-mood suits for breakfast eggs

This tissue box is a lovely decoration on the breakfast table. After all, tissues are always needed. With this box, they can even serve as napkins.



Here you can see the tissue box in summery colors: turquoise, gray, and white. But it also looks great in other color combinations. Just choose the colors that go well with your breakfast table and your home.

The box is crocheted in one piece without seams. In the 23-page crochet pattern, every step is explained in detail, along with 53 detailed photos. 

This means that even experienced crochet beginners with the basic skills listed here can work with it well.

The following basic skills are required:

• single crochet
• chain stitches
• slip stitches
• double crochet
• half double crochet
• treble crochet
• post double crochet
• The magic ring is shown in detail in the pattern
• as are the butterfly and the heart

Materials used:

• 50 g cotton in turquoise – yardage 120 m/50 g
• leftovers in white and gray – same yardage
• a size 3 crochet hook
• a yarn needle

Click here for the crochet pattern for the tissue box.

That’s great, Caro! It’s pretty much the same for us too. :-)

This lightweight cotton baby pinafore dress is ideal for all seasons. It can be worn without a shirt underneath or with a blouse or camisole underneath. In winter, it looks great with a sweater underneath.

What makes it special: It grows with your baby for at least 1 year—from 6 to at least 18 months.

This little pinafore dress is very easy and quick to knit, making it suitable even for beginners with basic skills. It’s knitted from the bottom up without any seams. The knitting pattern is 11 pages long and includes many photos.



You’ll need the following materials:

• Size 3 circular knitting needle, 60 cm long 
  
• 100 g of cotton yarn (150 m/50 g) in the main color 
  
• 50 g or leftover yarn for the stripes 
  
• 13 heart-shaped buttons, 1 cm in diameter 
  
• 1 yarn needle for weaving in ends 
  
• A few stitch markers
  

Click here for the baby pinafore dress and more information

Thanks, Birgit! That’s an interesting post.

I wish everyone here happy sweaty knitting and crocheting. ;-)

Warm regards from Monika

One very special door decoration is the guardian owl “Ruhu.” Not only does she look funny and spread good cheer, but she also clearly indicates whether the way is clear.

Ruhu is a particularly nice bodyguard—she’s sure to be loved by the whole family, and everyone will want their own owl on the door. That’s certainly how it is in our house.

This is a great way to use up leftover red and green yarn, and it’s very quick and easy to crochet. The 16-page pattern, with step-by-step instructions and plenty of photos, is therefore suitable even for beginners with basic skills.



Click here to go to the 'Ruhu' Guardian Owl.

You busy bees here,

I'm still knitting the first shoulder shawl of my life. It's a real labor of love, but it already looks really good. 

I'm currently designing another crochet project; it has something remotely to do with a bag, a special one ... I'll tell you more when it's finished.

And then I'm crocheting another door guardian right now. This time it won't be an owl ... I'm not quite sure yet what it will turn into, and I'm letting myself be surprised.

For labor-intensive tasks, it's definitely great to have some smaller projects going as well. ;-)

Have a lovely knitting-and-crochet evening, everyone, and let your needles sing ... grin. I will too.

Best wishes
Monika

Dear friends,
I’m always so impressed by the amazing help I get here from the authors.
That’s another reason why I love being here at CP.

I’d like to take this opportunity to briefly mention that it’s only here at CP that I’ve found what I couldn’t find in all the free patterns on other sites.

I think the reason is that the wonderful patterns here are written by individuals who’ve developed them themselves and even documented them with photos. From a customer’s perspective, that’s really worth paying for.

And then, after a while, I had the idea to become an author here myself—which I really enjoy. I never would have thought before that I’d ever do something like this. It’s so much fun!

Just wanted to mention that… because it seemed fitting here.

Thank you all for being here—including the mods, of course! :-)

Best regards from Monika

These two airy, lightweight shirts made from light cotton are very loose and stretchy thanks to their pattern arrangement. They are perfect for warm days in spring and summer—either worn on their own or with a shirt underneath.

The advantage: Both pieces are easy for beginners to make. Each pattern includes a detailed step-by-step description with lots of photos.

Click here for the airy, lightweight tunic with special stripe effects



And click here for the airy, lightweight top—a dream in pink and white

Happy birthday, Christa!

I wish you a wonderful birthday filled with many moments of happiness, big and small. :-)

Heartfelt wishes
Monika

Hello Framitz,
I wish you a creative, happy new year of life and a wonderful birthday filled with many joyful moments!
Warm regards
Monika

This tunic, made from thin cotton, is light and airy and easy to knit even for beginners with basic skills. All steps are described individually and illustrated with pictures.

What makes it special: It’s also easy to adjust to other sizes. The instructions here are for sizes 38–42.



Click here for the pattern:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/26325/luftig-leichter-damen-longpullover-fuer-den-sommer-an-alle-groessen-anpassbar-hier-groesse-38-42


If you prefer something shorter, this lightweight summer top is just the thing. It pairs well with skirts or jeans, and the pattern makes it very airy. Mine weighs just over 200 grams.

What makes it special: it’s very easy to knit and can be adjusted to fit any size. It’s perfect for beginners with basic knitting and crocheting skills. 



Click here to find this breezy dream in white and pink:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/26928/luftig-leichter-sommer-top-ein-traum-in-weiss-rosa-an-alle-groessen-anpassbar

Dear Josefa,

how about starting with something that’s quick and easy, practical, useful, and also eye-catching?
The “Good Mood” outfits for breakfast eggs here are absolutely perfect for that.
You’ll get a quick sense of achievement, and all you need are a few scraps of cotton or leftover yarn and a crochet hook. You can also make use of even the shortest break and practically slip the supplies into your pocket.
If you give these fun outfits for breakfast eggs as gifts—especially as a beginner—people will look at you with wide-eyed amazement. Believe me, it quickly makes you want more. Then you’ll understand even better what the most wonderful addiction in the world means. ;-)



Click here to see the fun egg cozies:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/25852/gute-laune-anzug-fuers-fruehstuecks-ei-haekelanleitung-fuer-eierwaermer-sets

You can crochet these fun outfits for your breakfast egg quickly and easily using leftover yarn. You can choose the colors however you like. These ones are crocheted from thin cotton using single crochet stitches.


Click here for the egg cozy set:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/25852/gute-laune-anzug-fuers-fruehstuecks-ei-haekelanleitung-fuer-eierwaermer-sets

Josefa from the CP Forum had the saving idea.

I’d also like to send my belated birthday wishes, which I hope will bring you joy.
Wishing you lots of great ideas and a fantastic year ahead!

Warm regards
Monika

Dear mariann-majer,

I’d also like to join in the congratulations and wish you a creative coming year filled with lots of joy in life!

From the bottom of my heart
Monika

Oh, thank you, PollyundPaule! :-)
I bought that cute little Seppl from you—I just couldn’t resist.
I’m going to give it to my granddaughter as a gift in a few months (if I can bring myself to part with it at all).