Latest Forum Posts by: mowi 19

Wow, Ina, I’m totally in love with this little dress. It looks so pretty, and I can totally picture the little girl wearing it. You nailed it. Congratulations!

There’s so much you can make for girls. I’m sure you’ll come up with plenty more ideas.

Warm Christmas greetings from Monika

Thanks, Ruth. :) I’m not quite done yet... now it’s time for the final push.

Dear Inge, I wish the same for you and everyone here.
Stay healthy—or get well soon—and enjoy this time with your loved ones.

These Christmas gifts for my friend have already gone down well:







I managed to finish a hat for my daughter-in-law at the last minute:



And I knitted these clothes for my two granddaughters and the dolls:







Now I have some wrist warmers on the needles for my son.
I’m also finishing a sweater for my almost 7-year-old granddaughter.
I’ll show you both in the next few days. Yes, there are a lot of hand-knitted gifts for Christmas this year.

Dear Josefa, the CP Team, and everyone reading this,

I wish you a magical, happy, and healthy Christmas with your loved ones. Enjoy the holidays with lovely things, treats, gifts, and joyful get-togethers.



Warm regards from Monika

Of course, they’ll get them for Christmas. That’s when my granddaughters’ dolls will get their presents, too. They’re already really excited. One of the girls is even getting a new doll with lots of accessories.

Dear Ines,

I wish you lots of joy and plenty of happy moments on your birthday. Let yourself be celebrated and pampered—you deserve it.

It’s wonderful to have you here. Keep being so active with us and share your great ideas with us.



Warm regards from Monika

I’d like to wish you a very happy birthday and hope this new year brings you lots of happy moments and plenty of new ideas.



All my love
Monika

Every doll girl (50–55 cm) absolutely must have this cute, colorful raglan dress. It looks adorable when worn and is also easy to knit. I knitted it from leftover yarn from the same dress made for the little doll mom.

Click here for the knitting pattern.




This jacket with the matching hat fits little doll children measuring 35–40 cm. It is knitted as a top-down raglan. Leftover yarn can be used creatively here, much to the delight of the doll mom.

Click here for the knitting pattern.

A gift that is always useful and well received is this decorative cover for tissue boxes. With the butterflies and hearts on it, it looks so good that it can even sit on the dining table. A paper tissue is often needed quickly there and can even replace napkins.

This decoration is very quick and easy to crochet—from colorful leftover yarn.

Go to the crochet pattern here.




This circular collar and shoulder warmer is extremely practical and also always a gift that is well received. It is very easy and quick to knit, even for beginners with knitting experience. You only need one ball of cotton or wool for it.

Go to the knitting pattern here.




The doll child (approx. 45–50 cm) looks simply adorable in this clothing set. Every doll mom, big or small, will be delighted with a gift like this. The set is easy to knit if you have knitting experience.

Go to the knitting pattern here.

I love my hot water bottle in bed at night. I’m going to make a cover for it, too—but a knitted one.

Yes, Steffi, I also think your blanket is simply a dream. It looks like a work of art. I really like it.

Oh wow, Christina and Steffi, you guys had the same winter magic as we did. How lovely!

It still looks so deeply snow-covered here. It’s thawing veeeery slowly, and I’m enjoying the view from our window. Unfortunately, it’s supposed to start raining and thawing tomorrow....

Dear Ellenmama,

I’d also like to wish you a speedy recovery now so you can enjoy Christmas. Let your loved ones spoil you—it’s okay to let yourself be pampered once in a while.

Warm regards
Monika

Here are the current Top 3 in my shop:


Top 1 - 6 Washcloths, 6 Different Patterns - Knitting Pattern

While knitting these cloths, you’ll learn new patterns along the way that you can also use for other projects. You’ll have fun, and it’s very easy.




Top 2 - Knitting Socks Made Brilliantly Easy - Knitting Pattern with 3 Needles

Knitting these socks will be fun, even if you’re still a beginner at it. You can get beautiful results step by step, and in 4 sizes, too.




Top 3 - Winter Cape / Poncho for Dolls 35-40 cm - Knitting Pattern

This sweet cape has already delighted many doll moms, both young and grown-up. The doll children look simply adorable in it. It’s especially easy for toddlers to put on and take off, which they’ll love.



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Here are the all-time Top 3 in my shop:


Top 1 - The Socks with the Easy Heel - see current Top 2


Top 2 - The Colorful Skirt for Toddlers 3-4 Years - Knitting Pattern

This skirt has already delighted countless children and their parents. It’s easy to knit and is guaranteed to become every little girl’s favorite piece.




Top 3 - The Transforming Pinafore Skirt for Toddlers from 1.5 Years (grows with them for a long time) - Knitting Pattern

This pinafore skirt is a true quick-change artist. It fits at 1.5 years and can actually be worn for several years, later without the straps.

Every baby needs a warm sleeping bag. This one is knitted from soft merino wool in a pattern that makes the sleeping bag nice and thick and fluffy. It’s a joy to knit and also makes a lovely gift. You’re sure to enjoy knitting it. The sleeping bag fits up to 12 months.

Go to the knitting pattern here.




This little pinafore dress can transform. It fits a baby at around 6 months and still fits a toddler at 3 years. It has knitted-in little hearts made with a knit-and-purl pattern and is knitted in one piece from the bottom up.

Go to the knitting pattern here.




In spring, toddlers like wearing cardigans again. This jacket is one of my granddaughter’s favorite pieces. It is knitted from merino wool, has a hood and pockets. It is knitted with raglan shaping from the top down.

Recommended for advanced knitters.

Go to the knitting pattern here.

It’s still beautifully covered in thick snow here. However, it started to thaw a bit today. On Wednesday, it’s supposed to start raining—and it’ll rain for days, even through Christmas. It’ll get warm then, and all the magic will be gone in an instant. But more snow is expected for New Year’s Eve. Let’s wait and see.

Have a great week—hopefully without any black ice, of course.

Dear Ellenmama,

I’d love to join in the birthday wishes. Have a wonderful new year filled with lots of lovely surprises that bring you joy. Just like this garden gnome, who’s now celebrating with you.



Warm
regards, Monika

Wow, Petra, and with sunshine and a blue sky to boot. We’re still missing that here.

Veronika and (Wollwunder)Petra, it looks very wintry where you are, too. You’ve posted some great photos.

Unfortunately, it’s supposed to start raining here just before Christmas and warm up to 9 degrees. Then this beautiful winter dream will be a thing of the past for now. But until then, we’ll enjoy it.

I’m so fascinated by our beautiful winter landscape with all the deep snow that I’d like to share it with you today. Unfortunately, the photos don’t do it nearly justice—it’s simply magical.

How about sharing a few of your own winter photos here? December 2022 will definitely go down in history.

Oh Petra, your cake looks amazing. The slice on the plate—just like mine. I love it so much too, and every guest so far has been thrilled.

Thanks for sharing your delicious cake with us.

Petra, this yarn has really thin, colorful strands in it—it looks a bit like glitter. You can see it even more clearly on a light-colored yarn. I think this yarn is really great for hats and wrist warmers.

Anja, I’ve had experiences like that too. I hope you’ll be able to get back to it soon. Yes, cats give their humans good energy. So it can happen that they keep you from doing something. Just enjoy it, at least for a while. What looks uncomfortable to us is probably normal for cats. I’ve seen them in the most impossible positions in photos... amazing.

Have a wonderful rest of the 4th Sunday of Advent, everyone. I’ve now made it to the sleeves on Linja’s sweater. The sweater seems huge to me, but those are the measurements the mother gave me. Kids grow up so fast… just yesterday she was a baby, and soon she’ll be 7 years old.

Oh Andrea, you want to knit—how wonderful!

I measure the circumference in the middle, right above the thumb. Since the yarn stretches, that measurement works well even below the thumb.

I’m really looking forward to seeing your wrist warmers. You’ll definitely show them to us when they’re done, right?

Oh wow, Tina, it still looks delicious. I hope your Leo gets well soon so he can enjoy the cake too. We enjoyed the last slice today. It’s always a hit whenever we have guests.

Petra, your felted items for your sweetheart look great. I’ve never repaired felt before.

I’d be interested in learning how, too. I’ve now finished the hat for my girlfriend—it’s a set consisting of a hat and wrist warmers. The package will be on its way on Monday, along with the washcloths. She loves those, too.

Yes, Inge, I also think you have a special smile on your face. :)
The sweater turned out great again, just like everything else you make.

Oh, how lovely! Tina, I can’t wait to see it—and the photo, too. :)

Toddlers need warm clothing now when they play outside. A hat with an integrated collar keeps the head and neck warm at the same time. This one can also be comfortably buttoned at the front if desired. The hat can easily be finished in a weekend.

Click here for the knitting pattern




If you still want to quickly crochet a few poinsettias from leftover yarn, then grab this crochet pattern. You can crochet the stars as tree ornaments, table scatter, appliqués, or attach them to gifts.

The crochet pattern is here.

Doll clothes are great to knit from leftover yarn. It’s fun to make, and even more fun to give as a gift when you get to feel the doll mommy’s joy.

With this pattern, you can dress a little baby doll (35–40 cm) from head to toe. You should have some knitting experience, and then it’s very easy.

Click here for the knitting pattern.




This sweet summer outfit for slightly larger dolls measuring 43–50 cm can also be knitted very well from leftover yarn. The baby doll will look just as sweet in it as a real human baby. The doll mommy is sure to be delighted.

Click here for the knitting pattern

Marlene, congratulations on that wonderful gift. You were really lucky.

Anja, your gifts for the neighbors are a great idea. Little things like that are nice for every now and then.

We went for a walk in the winter landscape today—it’s truly a dream. Even if you have to walk veeeery carefully. This weekend, it’s all about baking and knitting. I’m looking forward to it.

Have a wonderful 4th Sunday of Advent, everyone, and make yourselves comfortable.

I wish you all a cozy 4th Sunday of Advent with everything that makes life beautiful.

I’m going to knit the last few Christmas gifts—I’m running a little late this time. I’d also like to do some baking. We have a lot of snow right now, and walks in the snow are really fun.

Oh wow, Ruth, your annual wreath looks absolutely gorgeous! I really like it. I’d actually keep it for myself. It has so many pretty details. I wonder if anyone else will appreciate all the work that went into it?

I knitted the wrist warmers with a blended yarn that’s 30% wool. I still have some left in my stash—I got it from a swap group. It’s nice and thick and warm, with a yardage of 107 m/50 g.

After a night of freezing rain, it’s snowing here today. I’m thrilled by our beautiful snowy landscape.

Karola, I’m sure your rolls will turn out great, too. I had a few failed attempts back then as well. But after a lot of trial and error, they finally turned out really well. Back then, there was no internet, but today you can find lots of great recipes online to try out.

You’ll definitely succeed! Have a wonderful celebration with your guests.

Warm
regards, Monika

Now the dolls are getting new winter clothes—a warm overall to snuggle into. Every doll mom, big or small, will have her eyes light up with joy.

With this knitting pattern, you can dress various dolls—from 35 cm to 46 cm. That way, none of the doll babies will have to freeze anymore.

Good knitting experience is required here, but then the overall is easy to make. Let’s be honest, don’t these doll babies look absolutely lovable in their overalls?

Click here for the knitting pattern.

The dolls can now be dressed in a cozy, warm winter jumpsuit. To make sure no doll has to freeze, I’ve included a knitting pattern for three sizes. This way, the small dolls (35 cm), the medium ones (38–39 cm), and the larger ones (46 cm) can all get a cute jumpsuit.

You should have some knitting experience; then it’ll be easy to follow along. Take a look at my photos to see how adorable the baby dolls look in them.

Click here for the knitting pattern.

With these 6 washcloths, each with a different pattern, you’ll always have a small gift ready that will be gladly received.

Another advantage is that you’ll get to know new patterns here that you can also use for many other projects.

The pattern is written in simple terms, and the patterns are included in a knitting chart. This makes it easy to work with, and even as a beginner (with knitting experience), you’ll enjoy it.

Click here for the knitting pattern

A collar that keeps your neck and shoulders nice and warm and can also be used as a scarf. That’s what you get with this knitting pattern. It’s very popular in my family, especially with slightly wider necklines. Especially for people who don’t like wearing scarves, this collar+scarf is a great alternative.

You only need one skein of your favorite yarn and can cast it on right away.

Click here for the knitting pattern.

I knitted this hat for my granddaughter when she was a baby because she didn’t want anything pulled over her head. This way, her parents could easily keep her head and neck warm.

The hat is very easy to knit, which is something beginners (with basic skills) keep telling me.

Click here for the knitting pattern.




This merino wool headband is a real eye-catcher with its cable pattern. It’s knitted using a stitch technique that creates small air pockets, giving it a lovely fluffy look. I often wear it as a loop as well. So here you have multiple ways to wear it.

You should have some knitting experience for this one, but then it’s quite easy.

Click here for the knitting pattern.





You can knit all sorts of things with sock yarn, not just socks. I knitted this cozy, soft poncho cape for myself using sock yarn. It’s quick to slip on and keeps your upper body nice and warm. It leaves your arms free, so it’s also very practical for preparing food, for example.

You’ll enjoy knitting this poncho cape from the very start. It’s so easy that you can even do it while watching TV.

Click here for the knitting pattern.

Oh my, Ines, -12 degrees—that’s really something! Here, it’s finally warmed up a bit to 2 degrees below zero with freezing rain. That’s anything but fun. I’m glad I don’t have to go outside.

I’m really looking forward to seeing your hand puppets. I also had to rip out my wrist warmers because they didn’t fit—that happens sometimes with new projects. Be patient; your hand puppets are sure to turn out very cute.

Dear Karola,

I’d also like to offer you my belated congratulations. I wish you a healthy, happy, and successful new year. May everything go well for you.



Warm
regards, Monika

Oh wow, I’m really thrilled and just want to say a huge thank you to CP! :)
I’m going to go shopping right away.

Congratulations to all the other winners! Pferdi, you really deserve it; your truly detailed reviews are a great example. Reviews should always be written like that.

Oh wow, Tina, what a great idea! I’ve always been very creative when it comes to trying out recipes. If I had twice as much time, I’m sure I could put together a recipe book too.

Karola and Birgit, I’m glad you like my cake. I’m curious to hear how it tastes to you.

Inge, you’re really ramping up production. Time for the family to pitch in now, right?

Wow, there’s a lot going on here!

Ruth, that Christmas costume for the teddy bear is such a lovely idea. I could definitely see myself doing that too. He must look so cute in it. He even gets a beard. Your grandson really gives you some great ideas.

Steffi, I truly admire your patience and diligence. My hand would fall off if I were crocheting such big projects that fast. Your blanket looks absolutely gorgeous.
I’m familiar with those household clean-up chaos sessions, too. Luckily, I haven’t had one in a while.

Anja, being creative yourself is really fun—and yes, it’s good for your brain.

Petra, your slippers look great in those colors. You’re knitting them in size 46? That must be a huge shoe before felting.

My needles are working overtime right now because I have to finish a few things by Christmas. Here are the wrist warmers for my friend. I’m going to knit a hat to go with them using the same yarn—it’ll be thicker than the other one. That way, she’ll have one for the really cold days and one for days above 0 degrees.

Great, Birgit! I’m so glad. :))

It would be really great to have a photo of your Christmas cake here, of course. Don’t worry—we can’t actually eat it; it’s just virtual. ;-)

Well then, I hope you enjoy it, Inge. I’m curious to hear what you think of it.

Love, Monika

Today we had our popular Christmas apple cake. I shared the recipe with you here:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/forum/topic/175338/mein-weihnachts-apfelkuchen-rezept

You’ll find a photo there, too.

We also had gingerbread cookies, which are baked without flour or sugar. They’re really quick to make and have become our favorite gingerbread cookies. I got the recipe from smarticular. They’re sweetened with dates. These ones have nuts. Tomorrow I’ll bake them again with almonds.

Today I baked our Christmas apple cake—it’s one of our favorites. The apples make it nice and moist, and it tastes absolutely fantastic with the Christmas spices.





Of course, I’m sharing the recipe with you. I just took a photo of it from my personal recipe book.



Enjoy it if you decide to bake this cake too. It’s quick to make and ready after an hour in the oven.

This sweet winter cape for dolls simply has to be knitted before Christmas. It will make a big or little doll mommy very happy, because her favorite doll will look so cozy in it.

The knitting pattern includes three sizes for dolls from 35 to 50 cm. I could also imagine it for a preemie, since one customer knitted it for that purpose.

The knitting pattern is here.




Toddlers really need warm and comfortable clothing right now, indoors and outdoors. These leggings made from sock yarn are among my two granddaughters’ favorite clothes. They’re comfortable and wonderfully warm and cozy. They even wear them under snow clothes.

The leggings grow with the child and fit from ages 3 to 5. Plus, they are easy and quick to knit, provided you have some knitting experience.

The knitting pattern is here.

You can crochet this jacket for a small teddy bear (20 cm) quickly and easily. Small amounts of leftover yarn are enough to make a teddy bear lover happy.

Click here for the crochet pattern.




For knitters, there’s of course also a little something that can be quickly knitted from leftover yarn. This sleeping bag fits small teddy bears or dolls up to 20 cm. The pattern includes two different versions, both of which are easy to make.

Click here for the knitting pattern.