Latest Forum Posts by: mowi 19

The guardian owl *Ruhu* has just moved in here. She has a very important job, because she lives as a bodyguard on our doors. Sometimes on the bathroom, sometimes on the restroom, sometimes on the study. This cute owl also spreads good cheer.



You can make her quickly and easily with the 16-page pattern that you’ll find in my shop. In it, I explain every step, largely with photos, so that even beginners with basic crochet skills can manage it wonderfully. Since you only need a little yarn for it, thin leftover cotton yarn is suitable too. 

Click here for the pattern for the guardian owl *Ruhu*.

The guardian owl *Ruhu* is an eye-catcher in any home. She fulfills her role as our bodyguard by the toilet, in the bathroom, or in the study. She prefers that to a tree. ;-)

She’s very easy to make—even for beginners with basic skills. You’ll receive a 16-page pattern with plenty of photos, explaining each step in detail. It’s also a great way to use up leftover yarn. By the way, you can finish the owl in just one day… in case you’re looking for a last-minute gift for Mother’s Day or a birthday. After all, every mom—and of course all other family members—appreciates a quiet spot now and then. :-)



To make the owl, you’ll need the following basic skills:

• single crochet, slip stitch, chain stitch, half double crochet, and double crochet
• Crocheting in the round (explained in a short workshop with photos, including how to make a magic ring)
• Decreasing and increasing stitches (briefly explained)
• Cross-stitch

Click here for the pattern for the Guardian Owl *Ruhu* 

This guardian owl *Ruhu* definitely belongs in every home. She serves a very helpful purpose as a door indicator and bodyguard, and she’s also an eye-catching decoration. We use her on many doors, for example on the WC, the bathroom, and the study.



It’s also easy for beginners to make with the 16-page pattern. Each step is explained in detail, with lots of additional photos. By the way, it’s the first owl I’ve ever crocheted. And if I managed it, then you can too. ;-)

You can even use up leftover yarn for it. I already had the buttons in my button box and was able to use them well here.

With her charm, the guardian owl *Ruhu* puts us in a good mood every time. :-)

Click here to go directly to the guardian owl *Ruhu* - the door hanger with traffic-light function

Happy birthday, Christa!

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

Heartfelt wishes
Monika

Stripes in a completely different way. :-)

In these two lightweight summer pullovers made from fine cotton, the stripes are arranged in a completely different way, making them real eye-catchers. Thanks to the pattern, they are very airy and loose.

You can easily make both pullovers yourself—even as a beginner. Each description includes lots of photos and precise details—including measurements—and can be easily adapted to all sizes. Here we are using size 38-42.

Click here for the tunic, which also has a clever striped insert at the top.





And here you’ll find a short, airy summer top, with a matching skirt coming soon.

This lightweight polo sweater for toddlers (estimated size 86–92 here) is a real eye-catcher thanks to its color combination, button placket, embroidered motifs on the front and back, and fresh stripes. With the pattern, it’s easy to make even for ambitious beginners with basic skills. The material is lightweight cotton, so it can be worn both on cool summer days and in winter.



What makes it special: It has almost no seams—only the top of the shoulder is sewn together.

The measurements of the polo sweater are given precisely, so the pattern can easily be adapted to other sizes.

You’ll need the following basic skills:

• knit and purl stitches
• knit through the back loop
• yarn over (needed for the buttonhole)
• increasing stitches (the different methods are described)
• increasing stitches
• binding off stitches
• Kitchener stitch for knit stitches (for sewing the shoulder together)
• changing colors (for the stripes)
• embroidering knit stitches onto knitted fabric
• picking up stitches for knitting on (here, the sleeve)

Click here to go directly to the pattern for the polo sweater.

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 light and airy summer top is quick to knit, looks great, and is also suitable for beginners with basic knitting and crocheting skills.



The 14-page pattern, featuring many photos, describes each step in detail. What makes this summer top special is that it has almost no seams. Only the shoulders need to be sewn—or crocheted—together at the top.

All measurements are given in cm, so the pattern can be easily adjusted for any size, both in width and length. This pattern is based on a size 38–42.

The following basic skills are required:

• knit and purl stitches
• knitting a yarn over
• knitting in the round
• binding off stitches
• increasing stitches from the strand between stitches
• sewing or crocheting pieces together (only at the shoulder)
• changing colors
• crocheting chain stitches, single crochets, half double crochets, and slip stitches

You’ll need the following materials (for size 38–42 as described here):

• 200 g of cotton (here: 150 m/50 g) in white
• 1 x 50 g (or scraps) of cotton in pink
• 1 x 50 g (or scraps) of cotton in light lilac, or alternatively powder pink
• One 60 cm or 80 cm circular knitting needle in size 3 and one in size 3.5
• One size 3.5 crochet hook
• A yarn needle for weaving in ends
• A few stitch markers (e.g., small loops of yarn)

I’ll be posting a matching skirt here in the next few days. For the pink shades, I used the leftover yarn from the skirt. Of course, you can also use other colors to use up your leftover yarn.

Click here for the light and airy summer top

The *Ruhu* Guardian Owl belongs in every home. It acts as a door indicator, so everyone knows right away whether the entrance is open—or not.



I came up with this idea because we always remove the key from the toilet or bathroom door when my granddaughter is visiting. That way, she can’t accidentally lock herself in. This cute guardian owl is the perfect solution for us, and we also use it when one of us needs some peace and quiet to work. Without saying a word, everyone in the house knows right away whether the way is clear—or not.

By the way, it also makes a very useful gift. For both children and adults, this little door watcher to hang on the bedroom, study, or children’s room door is very welcome.

You’ll need the following materials:
Red and green thinner cotton yarn—scraps are enough (here I used yarn with a length of 170 m/50 g), scraps of white and beige cotton (gray also works), buttons without visible holes in dark brown, dark blue, or black, stuffing or leftover yarn for filling, and a 3.5 mm crochet hook

You’ll need the following skills:

• single crochet, slip stitch, chain stitch, half double crochet, and treble crochet
• Crocheting in the round (explained in a short workshop with photos, including the magic ring)
• Decreasing and increasing stitches (briefly explained)
• Cross-stitch

You’ll get a 16-page pattern (PDF) for the Guardian Owl RUHU. All steps are described in detail, mostly with photos. This means even beginners with basic skills can follow it well.

Click here for the Guardian Owl *Ruhu*

@ZwergnaseBaer
I think your little birds are so cute... eventually I won’t be able to resist. :-)
Especially since I loved my budgie so much. You captured him perfectly... the blue one.
I just checked out your Facebook page. Wow! It’s really worth a visit!

You’ve got the best model right at home for your crochet addiction. Making things for little ones is great fun and, above all, quick to finish.

Thanks, Josefa, for helping clear this up. I didn’t know this was a pattern that wasn’t from CP.

@Arni:
I feel exactly the same way. ;-) Just this morning I dropped everything and crocheted on my new design. The housework had to wait two hours until I was finally ready.
Every day I look forward to my free hours so I can finally start turning my ideas into reality.
And by now I’ve even noticed that my first thought in the morning ... is about my new knitting and crochet projects.

@Pe-Ka
My husband just smiles about it and says the apartment is getting cozier and cozier...
By now he knows that I can still use even the tiniest bits of leftover yarn, so he leaves them where they are. :-)

I totally agree with MyBatzi—that’s exactly how I see it, too.
However, I have an idea—or rather, a question—for Josefa:
How about posting the link to the pattern here (if it’s been uploaded to CP)?
That would help everyone, especially the author of the pattern.
I’m sure there are quite a few people who’d be interested. 

These crochet projects are easy to make in the garden:

The versatile storage basket—it works as a bread roll basket, a fruit basket, or even for yarn or odds and ends. You can crochet it using leftover yarn and adjust the size to your liking. The pattern shows you step by step how it’s done.

 

Here’s where you can find the pattern for the basket:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/25841/korb-mit-edelweiss-bluete-fuer-wollreste-kleinkram-obst-und-mehr-haekelanleitung


The two funny cotton outfits for breakfast eggs can also be crocheted anywhere. They’re quick to finish and will put a smile on your face first thing in the morning.

All you need is a little leftover yarn, a crochet hook, eye buttons of your choice, and you’re ready to get started. The pattern explains every step to you very simply. Even as a beginner, you’ll manage it just fine.



Here’s where you can find the pattern for the cheerful outfit:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/25852/gute-laune-anzug-fuers-fruehstuecks-ei-haekelanleitung-fuer-eierwaermer-sets

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

Hihi... I’m very creative when it comes to finding places to stash my yarn... sometimes I feel like the Easter Bunny ;-)

Since we have a motorhome ourselves, I know that every gram counts for the mini household. Plus, the cupboards are small and everything has to be easy to store. For this reason, I came up with something practical for this summer.

This utensil basket serves us as a bread basket when camping, as a fruit basket, and in between sometimes for my yarn or for all the little things that would otherwise be lying around. It can be folded up and stored easily and weighs only a few grams. With the crochet pattern, it is child's play to crochet, even with leftover yarn. You can choose the colors so they match your decor nicely.

  

Here you can find the pattern for the utensil basket:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/25841/korb-mit-edelweiss-bluete-fuer-wollreste-kleinkram-obst-und-mehr-haekelanleitung


And these two funny little fellows replace your egg cup on a camping holiday and keep your eggs warm at the same time. As a side effect, they spread good cheer. And they are crocheted in no time—perfect for beginners, too.
The funny egg outfits can be folded up and stored just as easily and weigh next to nothing. At the campsite, they’re an absolute eye-catcher :-)



Here you can find the pattern:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/25852/gute-laune-anzug-fuers-fruehstuecks-ei-haekelanleitung-fuer-eierwaermer-sets

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

Thanks, Doreen, for the great tip! Since I’ve only been here since March, I didn’t know that yet.
Evi, thank you for asking. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have discovered it. :-)

It really should be made more visible… maybe as a suggestion for CP.

This light and airy summer top made of thin cotton is super quick and easy to knit. The edges are crocheted. For me, this top weighs just over 200 grams.

All you need is a basic knowledge of knitting and crocheting. Each step is explained in the description.

What makes it special: You can easily adjust the size to other sizes. This description is suitable for sizes 38–42.



Click here for the Summer Dream in white-pink:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/26928/luftig-leichter-sommer-top-ein-traum-in-weiss-rosa-an-alle-groessen-anpassbar

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If you prefer it a bit longer and still figure-hugging, then this light and airy summer tunic - this long sweater made of thin cotton - is just right for you.

It is very easy to knit, even for beginners with a few basic skills. Here too, each step is explained in detail. The special pattern creates an airy effect without looking see-through.

This tunic can also be adjusted to all sizes. Sizes 38–42 are described here.



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

A quick update—here’s the photo of the flower planter 

This decorative flower pot cover should be in every home. It’s very easy to crochet, even for beginners with basic skills, and every step is explained.
Of course, you can choose different colors to match your own decor.

What makes it special: It has a tapered shape that fits snugly around the flower pot. And you can even use up leftover yarn for it. A real eye-catcher!

Click here for the flower pot cover:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/25159/gehaekelter-blumen-bertopf-mit-schmetterlingen

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

Hi Rosi, I really like your slippers, too! I could definitely see a knitting pattern for them. I’m sure a lot of people would be interested.
It’s great that you didn’t give up and can share your joy with us here!

Oh yeah... I’m one of those people too, though only for the past few months (after a break of over 20 years). How on earth did I ever live without yarn and needles before? Unthinkable! :-)
By now, I’ve had to get a new closet—luckily, not a whole new room… grin.
I have so many ideas; I’d need at least 10 arms to do them all. And when I see yarn, my fingers just start itching. It’s really crazy! ;-)
Bottom line: It’s the best addiction in the world, and I never want to give it up!

Josefa from the CP Forum had the saving idea.

... a pro had to step in.

I feel the same way as Kirsten. Without the jacket’s measurements, it can’t be recalculated.
I just looked at the pattern again. Unfortunately, I still can’t make sense of it.
And the replies and the contact are too vague for me as well.
Josefa, you can cancel it for me.

Hi Kirsten,
yes, I’d love to take you up on your offer. Take your time—I have plenty of other projects to work on in the meantime. ;-)
For me, it’s just a hobby too... although it has become a very big one by now.
Best regards
Monika

Dear Josefa, thank you so much for your help and the irresistible offer to cancel the order.

Yes—I’d like to cancel, since I really can’t do anything with the pattern.
I’d rather buy a different one instead.

I wish you and everyone else here a wonderful week leading up to Easter with lots of crocheting and knitting!

Best regards
Monika

Thanks from me, too! :-)

Thank you so much, Josefa! :-)

Maybe it’s the same cardigan whose pattern I also bought—the one with a hood and patch pockets. Since there are no measurements included, I can’t really do anything with it, unfortunately.
I’ve already written to the seller twice, but I haven’t received a reply yet.

Josefa, I’ll send you a private message with the link. It would be great if you could ask on my behalf, too.

Thanks, Kirsten, for asking here on the forum.

(Sorry, typo—here’s the correct version:)
Phew... that really took a weight off my mind...

(Josefa, can you please correct this for me?)

Phew... that really took a weight off my shoulders...

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 Marion,

Belated birthday wishes! I wish you all the best and lots of joy with your needlework. ;-)
Unfortunately, I only found out today that it was your birthday.

Warm regards
Monika

Belated best wishes, dear GydeRiesner,

good wishes are always a delight, so I wish you a creative and happy year ahead.

Warm regards
Monika

Belated happy birthday, dear Astrid!
May this new year bring you lots of new ideas and wonderful encounters!

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 dear, my nice neighbor was at the door ... looking for his little dog.

“Nooo!!!” I shout as loud as I can… and hear the pair of birds flutter away.

How about looking for a romantic partner yourself? It is spring, after all...

But suddenly, the night bird’s call turns into a beautiful song… his mate flutters gently toward him.

I’d also like to add my name to the list of well-wishers—I’m sorry I only just saw this.
Diana, for the coming year, I wish you an ironing and vacuuming butler (preferably your husband … grin). ;-)

I’m very lucky that my husband really enjoys ironing and folding laundry. :-)

All the best
Monika

This colorful polo sweater for toddlers is perfect for any season. It’s knitted from lightweight cotton and is suitable for both girls and boys.



What makes this polo sweater special is that it has almost no seams. It only needs to be sewn together at the top of the shoulder and a tiny section under the arm. It’s knitted from the bottom up.

The pattern for the polo sweater is 10 pages long, including photos, and is suitable for advanced beginners. You’ll need the following basic skills:

• knitting knit and purl stitches
• knitting twisted knit stitches
• yarn over (you’ll need this for the buttonhole)
• increasing stitches (the different methods are described)
• increasing stitches
• binding off stitches
• Kitchener stitch for knit stitches (for sewing the shoulders together)
• changing colors (for the stripes)
• embroidering knit stitches on knitted pieces
• picking up stitches to continue knitting (here, the sleeve)

Many steps are illustrated with photos.

Of course, you can also knit this sweater in your favorite colors.

You’ll find all the details about this fresh and colorful polo sweater in my shop—here’s the link:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/25334/strickanleitung-polo-pullover-fuer-kleinkinder-groesse-86-92

What to do with all the leftover yarn and crochet hooks? It’s simple—there’s plenty of room right here in this basket. You can easily take it anywhere and even make it taller.



This basket is also great for fruit or other small items. I have several of them in different color combinations that I take with me in the RV. The advantage: they’re lightweight and easy to store. So we have a bread basket, a fruit basket, and of course one for my balls of yarn.

Here’s what you’ll need:
Cotton yarn in 3 different colors of your choice (here: beige, dark blue, and red),
a size 3 crochet hook, and a yarn needle. This basket is also a great way to use up leftover balls of yarn. That’s exactly what I did here.
You’ll also need a size 3 crochet hook.

The pattern is very easy to follow, even for beginners, as long as you have some basic crochet skills. The edelweiss flower is explained step by step with photos.

The following basic skills are required:

• single crochet
• chain stitches
• slip stitches
• double crochet
• half double crochet
• post double crochet
• The magic ring is shown in detail in the pattern.

You can find the complete pattern in my shop—here:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/25841/korb-mit-edelweiss-bluete-fuer-wollreste-kleinkram-obst-und-mehr-haekelanleitung

This crocheted flower pot cover with butterflies is an eye-catcher on any table or sideboard. It’s also perfect as wrapping for floral gifts. 



You’ll need: leftover cotton yarn in two colors, a size 3 crochet hook, and a yarn needle.
This step-by-step pattern is 10 pages long with plenty of photos and is suitable for beginners who have the following basic skills:

• single crochet
• chain stitches
• slip stitches
• double crochet, half double crochet, treble crochet, and post double crochet

As a special feature, this pattern includes a super-easy variation of the magic ring, illustrated with photos. The butterfly is also explained step by step with plenty of photos. It’s also really easy and quick to crochet.

You can find the flower pot cover here in my shop:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/25159/gehaekelter-blumen-bertopf-mit-schmetterlingen

How about crocheting up some leftover yarn to make two fun little table companions? These cheerful outfits for your breakfast eggs are super quick to crochet. That way, your day starts off nice and cheerful right in the morning.

The pattern explains everything step by step with plenty of photos, so even beginners can handle it with ease.

You’ll need the following materials:

• Yellow and red cotton yarn (here: Drops You7 – approximately 170 m/50 g)
• Sew-on eyes (available as buttons—if necessary, glued-on ones will work too)
• White craft foam
• A hole punch
• Size 3 crochet hook

You can find everything else in my shop—here:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/25852/gute-laune-anzug-fuers-fruehstuecks-ei-haekelanleitung-fuer-eierwaermer-sets

And below is a photo of the cheerful outfits:

Oh yes, I love spring too as the most beautiful season, and I enjoy being outside as often as possible.
Sitting on the balcony or in the garden - with my knitting and crochet projects, of course.
Watching the birds build and the little flowers grow, having breakfast on the balcony again, going for walks without a jacket, enjoying the warm sunshine.
What especially delights me is hearing the blackbirds sing first thing in the morning. After all, that only happens for a few months of the year.
And then, of course, going out into nature again, with a picnic and a bicycle. That too is wonderful.