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Thanks, you two! :))
Yes, they’re really nice and warm—they feel great. Instead of thick socks, they’re also easy to pack. But our guest—a friend—will probably take them with her. They’re definitely her size.

Next, I’m going to knit a soul warmer using yarn from a swap package. Once it’s finished, I’ll show it to you here, too. It’s also a gift for a friend who’s always there for us and to whom I’d like to give something in return.

Best regards,
Monika

Children like things colorful, especially in spring. In this colorful children’s skirt, you can use lots of colors, including smaller leftover yarn. That way, every skirt becomes a truly one-of-a-kind piece.

The skirt is knitted from the top down. With a little knitting experience, it’s very easy.

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With the leftover yarn from this skirt, you can knit a matching partner-look set for a doll (45–50 cm).

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I’ve now turned the Drops Karisma from various swap packages into these pretty slippers (for guests).

Even as a beginner knitter (with basic skills), you can easily knit this cuddly teddy bear. You can use colorful yarn scraps to make it and bring joy to a toddler or baby.

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That’s a great idea with the rooster. He’s been doing his job for so long, and now he can even see where he’s standing. Awesome!

Dear bergli,

I’d also like to wish you a belated happy birthday and a wonderful new year that brings you just as much joy as your birthday did.



Warm regards
Monika

I’d also like to congratulate all the winners and hope you enjoy your shopping!

That would be perfect for my two granddaughters’ teddy bears. Well, to be honest, I prefer woolen fabrics for teddy bears—they stay nice and soft and cuddly that way. Or maybe clothes made of fleece or plush fabric. Let’s see what my granddaughters want. Right now, I’m crocheting shoes for one of them. He really needs them. :))

Inge, the teddy bear alone is super cute! And then with the little dress! I’m just getting back into sewing, and that includes doll clothes—and for teddy bears, of course.

Best regards
Monika

I wish you all a wonderful weekend, too. Make the most of it, whether it’s a full moon or not. We’ve been blessed with gorgeous spring weather here, and it really lifts your spirits.

Best regards
Monika

Many users are delighted with this winter cape for dolls. It’s quick and easy to knit, and the pattern even includes instructions for multiple sizes.

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The pattern for this cute little doll dress also includes multiple sizes. With it, you can make a little doll mum happy and enjoy the anticipation while you knit.

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Yeah, Ina, that’s a great idea—I just need to have some fabric scraps first. :))

But that’ll come soon; I’m about to start, and I already have the fabrics lying around. You’ve really motivated me!

Wow, Ina, your surprise eggs look great! So colorful, and your grandson will definitely be thrilled with such a special balloon that matches his T-shirts perfectly.

You really come up with some great ideas—I’m just amazed.

This cardigan for toddlers is knitted from gradient cake yarn with color-coordinated stripes. This allowed me to incorporate some leftover cotton yarn and add pretty color accents to the cardigan.

The cardigan is knitted without seams and is quite easy to make if you have some knitting experience. It’s described for sizes 86/92.

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I designed this cute outfit especially for teddy bears (30–40 cm). It even has a hole for the tail worked into the back of the pants. All the pieces can be easily knitted from leftover yarn without seams and, of course, also fit dolls. The arm and leg lengths can be individually adjusted to fit the teddy bear or doll.

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I think that’s a great idea, Ina. I don’t have any books to give away, but I’ll be happy to check in here. Maybe there’s something for me, too.

Marlies, your Niklas really looks adorable in his new clothes. Now with his hair—without a hat—he looks just like a real person. So cute!

You’ve done a really great job. I also have a 55-cm doll. Most clothes meant for 50 cm fit him if they’re stretchy—or clothes for 60 cm work if the arms and legs are a bit shorter. I think you’re doing a great job.

I’d also like to join in the birthday wishes. Have a wonderful day and lots of joyful surprises.



Warm
regards, Monika

This little raglan dress for toddlers from size 92 can be knitted in one piece with raglan from the top down. You can work in lots of colorful leftover yarn here. The little dress grows with the child for a while and then simply turns into a tunic. My granddaughter loved it.

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To match it, the same little dress can be knitted for the doll (45-50 cm) from the leftovers. That will be double the joy for the doll mom.

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Oh, how cuuute your little Niklas is, Marlies! And his new clothes suit him especially well; after all, they were crocheted(?) with love by his mom. 

I would have been smitten at first sight too; I can understand you very well. Your Niklas is sure to get quite a few more lovely things to change into. And you’re guaranteed to have fun dressing him. I’m just starting to design new things for my doll children again—that’s what I enjoy most.

I wish you lots of joy with your new family member. Thank you for introducing Niklas to us.

Warm regards
Monika 
(from one doll mom to another)

With this pattern, you can dress dolls of various sizes, or even teddy bears, in cute outfits using just a few leftover yarn scraps. The sweater is worked top down with raglan shaping. As you knit, you can look forward to the finished result and to the beaming face of a little doll mum when you give the sweaters as gifts. Wouldn’t that be a great idea for an Easter basket?

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You can also knit this cute summer outfit from leftover yarn. It fits dolls measuring 43–50 cm and even small newborns. The top is also knitted top down with raglan shaping.

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I’d also like to offer my heartfelt congratulations. Have a wonderful new year of life!

All my love, Monika

Wow, Inge, that’s truly an incredible labor of love you’ve put into this!

Wow, Inge, I’m impressed. Each one is cuter than the next. The one with the white and brown bears on it—a friend of mine once sewed one just like that for me—by hand! It looked just like the brown bear, just without the contrasting colors.

Dear johansi,

I wish you all the best and everything wonderful on your birthday. Enjoy this special day and let yourself be pampered and showered with gifts. Today is all about you. May this new year of your life bring you many joyful surprises. You deserve it.


Warm regards
Monika

This cute little baby pinafore dress has a pretty lace pattern, and it’s so much fun to knit. It makes a wonderful gift for a birth and—depending on the length you knit—it will fit for several months. The straps can be made so they grow with the baby.

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A very quick project that only requires a few bits of leftover yarn is this doll diaper. It fits dolls measuring 43–50 cm. You can make a doll mom’s day with this. It’s best to crochet several of them at once.

Go to the crochet pattern—also suitable for beginners

Happy birthday, and have a wonderful time celebrating. Let yourself be pampered and enjoy this day—it’s all yours.


Warm regards
Monika

Dear Ratakina,

Happy birthday! I hope you have a wonderful time with your lovely guests and lots of nice surprises.


Warm regards
Monika

You can also wear this triangular shawl with its pretty wave and lace pattern like a poncho. It’s a real eye-catcher and definitely gets you in the mood for spring and summer. Knitted from lightweight cotton, it’s perfect for cool summer days or evenings. Bring on the vacation!

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Kids love bags because they can use them to carry or store lots of treasures on walks. I crocheted this kindergarten bag for my two granddaughters. Although it was only taken to kindergarten at first, it’s still irreplaceable today (even at age 7) and comes along on walks. It still brings both girls great joy.

The bag is crocheted very sturdily with a double bottom and has an adjustable strap. This way, the bag can easily grow with the child. It holds quite a bit. The flap can be embroidered—I embroidered one granddaughter’s name on hers, and for the other, I bought a name patch and sewed it on.

You should have good crocheting skills and experience for this project. Then you’ll really enjoy crocheting it. Maybe this bag would make a great Easter gift for your child or grandchild—filled with lots of treats and placed in their Easter basket.

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Dear Veronika,

today is your birthday, so go ahead and let yourself be pampered and showered with gifts. Let everyone celebrate you and enjoy this day to the fullest.



Warm regards
Monika

Yes, I know, dear Ina. I take my time with that, too. And yet… your inspiration resonates with me… somehow. It really reminds me of my time as a young mother. :) Back then, I was finally able to truly understand my mother and her incredible passion for sewing. Oh, where has the time gone… it’s been almost 50 years. Unbelievable!

Ina, I remember that well from when my son was little. Back then, I sewed a lot for him and my daycare child (a girl). It was so much fun. He had a suit with a corduroy jacket and trousers and a checked shirt - all sewn by me. It looked absolutely great. And I even sewed a two-piece dress with ruffles for myself. So it should be just like when I start knitting for myself again. I spent quite a bit of time watching videos online to get back into it properly, and then I actually knew more than before.

At some point, the urge will strike and then I’ll get started. I also bought something from the designer whose little dress pattern you have: little skirts that are really easy to sew. I’ll probably start with those and surprise my two granddaughters in May.

By the way, almost all the fabrics I have lying around come from the swap exchange. You’ve really inspired me, Ina. :)

This loop made from sock yarn is perfect for knitting with leftover yarn, even for beginners with basic skills. It features a simple lace pattern and makes a welcome accessory, even for cool summer days.

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I’ve always wrapped the yarn twice around my index finger, then threaded it under my ring finger and back out in front of my little finger. That way, I don’t have too much or too little tension.

Ina, I’m amazed! You’ve done a wonderful job with these little dresses too—I’ve already admired them in the gallery. Your fantastic results are such a huge inspiration. As soon as I have more time, I’ll sit down at the sewing machine myself. I already have the patterns and quite a bit of fabric as well.

I can totally understand why this hobby has you hooked, especially since you see results so quickly. What could be better than sewing for kids?

Love, Monika

A completely different and very practical idea is this teddy bear that hangs on the door and guards it. It clearly shows whether the visitor is welcome or not. Very practical for the bathroom and restroom, but also for the door to the home office. It’s ideal especially with small children, since this way you can avoid leaving keys in the door.

Very easy to crochet with a few colorful leftover yarn scraps.

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You can knit these romper pants in different sizes—from 46 cm to 55 cm. That makes them perfect for dressing a doll or a newborn. The advantage of these pants is that they are easy to put on and take off and can be combined well with other clothing.

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This traditional-style first baby cardigan is a wonderful gift for a birth. It has a hood and a pretty little heart lace pattern and fits up to at least 3 months. After that, the cardigan will later fit a baby doll.

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You can knit this winter set for babies from leftover sock yarn. I used 6-ply sock yarn so it keeps them nice and warm. It includes a hat, little socks, a scarf collar, and gloves.

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My dolls and teddy bears are already looking forward to wearing their spring clothes again. Here are a few styles for you.

This colorful poncho for dolls of various sizes will get you excited for spring with all the bright colors of nature. A great project for colorful leftovers and a huge delight for every doll mom.

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This colorful patchwork dress is also great to knit from leftovers and will make every doll mom—and her dolls—happy. Several sizes are described here as well.

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And now something for the crocheters among you:

Of course, dolls need a pretty summer hat too. With this pattern, you can crochet for several doll sizes and have lots of fun doing it. It’s also a perfect scrap yarn project that you can whip up quickly on the side.

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Oh, Ina, I’m thrilled every time I see your beautiful sewing projects. You’ve really become a pro. You can tell you’re completely in your element when you’re sewing.

My favorite would also be the red one—it looks very “lively.” But they’ve both turned out beautifully, each one a one-of-a-kind piece.

Dear Elke,

I’d also like to offer my heartfelt congratulations on your special day. You bring so much joy to so many people with your beautiful patterns and crochet designs. My favorites are the angels and the wings. Please keep up the great work!

Today, take a moment to appreciate that there are people who bring you joy. Enjoy it with gratitude.


Warm regards and have a wonderful day!
Monika

I’d also like to extend my warmest birthday wishes to you and hope you have a fantastic day filled with lots of lovely surprises.



Warm regards
Monika

Happy birthday! Let everyone celebrate you and enjoy this day—it’s all yours. May this new year of your life bring you an abundance of everything that brings joy to your heart.



Warm
regards, Monika

Toddlers are always well dressed for the cold season in leggings like these made from sock yarn. They’re comfortable, keep them nice and warm, and are easy to knit. Yes, they even grow with them for a while.

The model in this pattern fit my granddaughter from age 3, and she was still wearing them at age 5.

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For babies, a sleep sack made from warm merino wool is just the thing, just like this model. It even lets you change babies while they’re asleep. The sleep sack fits from 3 to 12 months.

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This pretty, colorful children’s skirt has already made many little girls absolutely happy, including my two granddaughters. It’s easy to knit and is perfect for using up leftover yarn.

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Dear Sarah,

I’d also like to send you my warmest congratulations on your birthday. Enjoy being celebrated, pampered, and showered with gifts—and I’m sure plenty of fluffy yarn, too.



Best wishes
Monika

Happy birthday from me too, and here’s to a wonderful new year of life.



Warm
regards, Monika

Oh dear, Silvia, I definitely wish you a good and speedy recovery so your break from yarn doesn’t last too long. Keep having fun with your projects.

Best regards
Monika

These 6 washcloths in various patterns and colors make a great little project to work on in your spare time. That way, every family member gets their own washcloth in their favorite color. One of mine weighs less than 50 g, so it’s a great way to use up leftover skeins.

I’ve given many of these away as gifts, and they’ve always been well-received.

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