Latest Forum Posts by: mowi 19

This women’s cardigan with pockets was knitted using the bottom-up raglan technique. It has almost no seams. Only the pockets are sewn on from the inside on one side. Thanks to the waffle stitch, the cardigan is both stretchy and form-fitting. It fits sizes 38–42.

Difficulty level: intermediate—some knitting experience is required.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the women’s cardigan with raglan sleeves worked from the bottom up.

This cute children’s jacket with a hood and pockets was knitted using the top-down raglan method. The pattern is very simple and is well explained in the pattern, as is every other step. The jacket fits sizes 92–104.

Difficulty level: intermediate - some knitting experience is required.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the children’s jacket.

This colorful flower pot cover with butterflies brings spring right into your home. It’s also a great way to crochet up all your leftover yarn. 

Well suited for beginners. The pattern describes every step in detail and has lots of photos.



Click here for the crochet pattern for the flower pot cover with butterflies.

This cotton polo pullover for toddlers (size 86/92) is a pretty eye-catcher. The colorful stripes, the heart, and the flower practically invite spring in.

The pullover has almost no seams; it was only joined at the shoulder with grafting stitch.

Difficulty level: intermediate - the pattern describes all steps very precisely and has lots of photos.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the colorful children’s polo pullover.

Start knitting for spring now. After all, it takes a while until such a pretty piece is finished. This triangular shawl can also be worn as a poncho and is an eye-catcher everywhere with its lace pattern and waves.

Recommended for experienced knitters. The pattern is written very precisely, with all pattern details and photos.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the poncho triangular shawl with lace pattern and waves.

A baby blanket is needed at any time of year. Here it comes in beautiful light colors - yellow and pink. Other colors can also be chosen.

The blanket is knitted from fine, soft merino wool and can easily be recreated even by beginners with basic skills. Every step is described in the pattern, including the heart pattern.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the baby blanket with hearts.

This colorful children’s jacket made of merino wool is just the thing for chilly spring days. It has a hood and pockets—which all kids love. It fits sizes 92–104.

The knitting pattern is very detailed and includes many photos. However, I recommend it for experienced knitters.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the children’s jacket.

These little tissue holders are bright and colorful. You can crochet them creatively from all kinds of colorful leftover yarn. And with a little heart on top, they make a lovely small gift for any occasion.

The little holders are finished in no time, and even beginners will enjoy making them.



Click here for the crochet pattern for the little tissue holders.

Yes, I haven’t been able to see any pictures in the last few posts either.
Maybe someone from the CP team has a tip for us or can check what’s causing it?

Caro, that looks great. It’s definitely motivating to see the progress and final results shared here. Without this challenge, my leftover yarn would probably still be sitting in the closet. I’ve already used up quite a bit, and the pile is getting smaller and smaller.

That said, I still find bits of yarn here and there that match, and I work those into my projects right away. Right now I’m working on colorful spring egg cups in all sorts of bright colors. And there are some funny ones in the mix, too. It’s already looking great. When they’re finished, I’ll show them to you.

Keep having fun!

Here’s the matching headband for the pinafore dress. It can be quickly knitted from any leftover yarn. Suitable for beginners! 



Click here for the knitting pattern for the baby headband made from leftover yarn.

Brand new is this enchanting little suspender skirt for babies and toddlers, which grows with them for quite a while. Later it turns into a little skirt without suspenders and fits from approx. 6 months to 3 years.

The suspender skirt has no seams and is easy to knit. Even beginners with basic knowledge can manage with the well-explained pattern.



Here is the knitting pattern for the baby and children's suspender skirt in mint, light gray, and natural.

All the best and a wonderful birthday, Andrea!

Take good care of yourself and enjoy a great celebration.

Warm regards
Monika

Dear Kirsten,

I wish you all the best and happiness on your birthday, and hope you continue to enjoy everything you love to do, such as knitting.

Warm regards from Monika

This cute little bear has a really great and useful function. It guards the doors in the house. Now everyone can retreat in peace. Even kids have that wish.

Of course, the little bear also works well on the toilet door or the bathroom door.

With the crochet pattern, even beginners with basic skills can crochet it quickly and easily. It also makes a nice gift, for example for Valentine’s Day or Easter.



Click here for the crochet pattern for the Guardian Bear.

This hat with a shawl collar is ideal for babies and toddlers because it can be opened at the front and keeps the head and neck nice and warm. Babies really don’t like having something pulled over their heads. The pattern describes each step in detail and includes lots of photos. This means that even beginners (with basic skills) can knit the hat successfully.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the hat with a shawl collar for babies and toddlers.

These cuddly warm baby pants are knitted from 6-ply sock yarn. The knitting pattern for the hat is included too. The measurements fit sizes 62 to 80.

The pattern can be worn on both sides. The pants are knitted seamlessly. Even beginners should do well with the pattern. Everything is explained clearly, partly with photos.



Here’s the knitting pattern for the baby pants in a set with the hat. 

And here is the matching little jacket, knitted from the same yarn. Very simple, also seamless. The hat is included in this pattern again as well.



Here’s the knitting pattern for the baby jacket with hat.

This cozy, soft baby blanket with hearts is knitted from very soft and warm merino wool. It’s easy to knit in any color combination.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the baby blanket.

A baby dress with straps that grows with your little one for a whole year. It’s knitted in one piece from the bottom up. The pattern is written so that even beginners can follow along. Basic knitting skills are required.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the baby dress with straps that grows with your baby.

Top 3 by mowi19:

1. The Tissue Box Cover with Butterflies and Hearts

This cover is an eye-catcher anywhere and also makes a very pretty gift. It perfectly conceals any tissue box. The pattern, which includes plenty of photos, is written so that even beginners with basic skills can follow along quickly and easily. 



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

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No. 2: The adjustable pinafore skirt for toddlers aged 1.5 to 5 years

This pinafore skirt is a true shape-shifter. The straps can be removed later, allowing the skirt to be worn for a long time to come.

The skirt is knitted without seams and is easy for even beginners to recreate. Everything is explained in the pattern, with plenty of photos to help.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the adjustable pinafore skirt for toddlers.

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Top 3: The Cowl or Shoulder Warmer

Perfect for beginners and quick to knit - this cowl looks great, and you only need 1 ball of yarn. Perfect for using up leftover yarn.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the shoulder warmer or cowl.

Awesome! Thanks, Josefa! :-)

Dear Marlies, I hope you’ll be able to work with your beautiful yarn soon.
Just treat yourself to a little rest and enjoy your status as Honorary Yarn Empress and Honorary UFO Queen. I think that’s pretty special too. ;-)

Dear Josefa, isn’t this thread continuing here? Should we all continue in the new thread when it comes to using up yarn or going on a “yarn diet”???

Have a wonderful day, everyone!

That looks really great, Marion. You’ve knitted two sweaters from “diet” yarn in no time at all. Perfect conditions for the Yarn Empress! :-)

Anja, 7 shawls?!! Wow, that’s really awesome! That’s going to use up quite a bit of “diet” yarn. 

Sounds great, Caro. Projects like these are perfect for TV nights or knitting get-togethers. Otherwise, they can drag on quite a bit.

The best motivation is always looking forward to using or wearing the finished piece.

I think it’s really great that things are moving forward here and that lots of yarn is being turned into wonderful projects. Doing it alone probably wouldn’t be any fun. This way, we cheer each other on, and we’re finally making room (for new yarn… grin) in our closets.

Wow, you’ve been busy! How wonderful! :-)
A pretty sweater finished, 680 m knitted for the shawl—an amazing achievement, I have to say.

“Diet yarn” ... that sounds really cool! Another new made-up word.
I’ll have to remember that one.

I’m taking my time with the big projects. Right now, I’m more in the mood for the smaller ones.

Here’s another little progress report with a picture. The fingerless gloves / wrist warmers for my husband and me are finished. And the next little project is already on the needles.

Cooool, Arni!

That’s funny, Arni. It seems like it’s the other way around for you. ;-) Usually, it’s always the men who have to wait. Luckily, I have a very patient one ... which makes me happy. :-)

I’m treating myself to a weekend full of knitting and crocheting. I’ll be trying out new ideas and using up some yarn. I’m on a yarn diet until April, which I’m enjoying more and more.

That should add up to quite a few little gifts for Valentine’s Day and Easter.

To everyone who isn’t feeling well, I wish you a speedy recovery. And to all of you, have a wonderful weekend with plenty of time for knitting and crocheting.

Warm regards
Monika

Anja, I prefer to knit these in back-and-forth rows and then sew them together with Kitchener stitch. It’s really quick and easy and very convenient. I tried using two circular needles once, but it’s too fiddly for me. This way is easier for me. ;-) By the way, they turned out great—I just need to weave in the ends.

By the way, I finished some tiny UFOs today. I finally wove in the ends inside the little tissue pouches and sewed the hearts on properly. 



And I finished another bag today, too. Another new color combo and I used up some leftover yarn...

Here it is:

Arni, I’m sure you’ll showcase some really great things here. I know it. :-)

My pile is only slowly shrinking, but I’m making progress. Tomorrow I’ll finish knitting a few more things and then I’ll share them here.

It’s interesting that as I crochet and knit up my leftover yarn, I’m already coming up with new ideas for small projects. Wait and see.

I wish you all here a wonderful weekend!

Monika

This cute little bear is also a cheerful door hanger and watches over every room in the house. It’s just as easy to crochet, even for beginners. 

Suitable for leftover yarn. Detailed pattern with lots of photos.



Click here for the crochet pattern for the little guard bear.

This funny owl guards all the doors in the house and brings good cheer to the whole family. It’s very easy to crochet, even for beginners. Just a little leftover yarn and some buttons—and your owl will be hanging on your door in no time.



Click here for the crochet pattern for the Guardian Owl.

These funny gnomes were meant to stand on your table or play with your children. They are also extremely useful and can be used in many different ways. As guardians for your mini utensils, they’re simply fantastic.

The gnomes are very easy for beginners to crochet too. Perfect for leftover yarn!



Click here for the crochet pattern for the funny gnome family.

Caro, yes, I know that too. That’s why I’m not putting any pressure on myself here either—it doesn’t help anyone. The most important thing is that we enjoy it; otherwise, the motivation and ideas fall by the wayside. Lately, I’ve also just made things now and then without writing a pattern for them.

Creativity will come back, you’ll see. Just let go for a while. ;-) 

You already have such beautiful things in your shop, and I’m sure there will be lots of new things moving in there this year too.

Best wishes
Monika

This super-soft hat-and-loop set is knitted from an especially fluffy yarn. It has also been made extra cushy with air-cushion stitches. This keeps it wonderfully warm.

The set is very easy to knit using the pattern—even for beginners with basic skills.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the hat-and-loop set.

Babies love a warm, soft cuddly blanket. This one even has hearts on it. It is knitted from extra-fine and very soft merino wool.

Of course, the blanket can also be knitted in a larger size, for example for older children.

The pattern is well explained and illustrated, so even beginners with basic knowledge can give it a try.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the baby blanket with hearts.

This decorative tissue box with hearts and butterflies is a true classic. It’s an eye-catcher wherever it is and therefore also makes a great gift, as it’s quick to finish.

The pattern is written so that every step is explained, mostly with photos. So even beginners can manage it well.



Click here for the crochet pattern for the tissue box with butterflies and hearts.

This children's jacket with a hood and pockets is also knitted from cuddly soft merino wool with an alpaca blend. The pattern describes all steps in detail and with photos. The jacket will fit for a while as the child grows and fits sizes 92 to 104.

It is knitted raglan from the top down and therefore has almost no seams. Only the pockets need to be sewn on one side on the inside.

Difficulty level: medium - knitting experience should already be present



Click here for the knitting pattern for the children's jacket with a hood and pockets.

This cuddly warm cardigan is knitted from merino wool with an alpaca blend. It is soft and still fits the body beautifully, thanks to the stitch pattern.

The cardigan is worked top-down with raglan shaping and has two pockets. The pattern is written for sizes 38–42. Difficulty level: intermediate. Knitting experience is recommended, even though everything is well explained and shown with photos.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the cardigan.

Oh dear, I hope that in the end, no one affected by the storm is seriously injured or has been injured.

It’s been storming fiercely here since this afternoon. I live in southeastern Bavaria. There was a snowstorm this morning, but it’s all melted again. It’s supposed to snow from tomorrow evening until Sunday. So at least we’ll get a hint of winter.

Michaela, then go ahead and get started. You’ve got a good chance of becoming the UFO Queen... *grin*.

Anja, I’d be careful about cutting the thread and would rather not do it. The thread gets thinner that way and could snap at some point.

Marion, new patterns don’t go bad. ;-)
And besides, there are new UFO Queens every month.
All it takes is finishing just one UFO.
Then you can reward yourself right away with a new project that won’t turn into a UFO. :-)
By the way... finishing small UFOs gives you a quicker sense of accomplishment...

My tip: If a UFO that’s too big isn’t fun anymore, just rip it out and make something else out of it. 

Oh yes, thanks from me too, Ruth, for this tip. :-)
I also find all that scrolling pretty annoying... that’s why I often leave the window open and just refresh it.

Wow, now I can see your pictures!
Christina, you’ve got quite an impressive collection of yarn and UFOs. Good prospects for becoming the UFO Queen.

Marion, your UFO collection is absolutely massive. Surely you can finish knitting one or two of them. You’ll see—once you’ve finished one, it’ll motivate you to keep going with the others. And then you and Christina can share the queen’s throne.

Thanks to Josefa, I’ve finished all my UFOs. Only one was still slumbering in a corner, but I’ll get to it by February at the latest.

I’m really enjoying tidying up now, thanks to you all.

Oh, wow, Heike, I’m so glad I was able to give you that brilliant idea.
It just popped into my head a little while ago.

Have fun crocheting the bookmarks! :-)

LG Monika

I’m looking forward to your pictures—unfortunately, they didn’t come through...

Male lizard

Let's get started

Heike, you could also simply roll up the invitation and crochet a bow or ribbon to go around it. A bookmark, for example, could be reused afterward. Something like that is always useful.

Christina, there’s an icon for images among the symbols above your text box. Click on it, then click the blue upload button. Next, click on the photo you want to upload and then click “Save.” You don’t need to resize them—the system does that automatically.

I’m looking forward to seeing your photos!