Final Stretch and Awards Ceremony for February Projects

Dear users, dear authors,
February is almost over, so it’s time for the awards ceremony.

How is it done?
Please copy the section between the asterisks into your text field and fill it out. Of course, you can delete anything that doesn’t apply.

When?
The awards ceremony starts on March 4. But I’ll still add you later, too.

Who can join in?
Every user and every author can take part here in the thread. Just get started. :- )

Even small steps count.
Nobody goes home without a title and extra karma points. If someone has had a very stressful everyday life, that can also be honored. If necessary, I’ll come up with a fitting title.

Earn extra points / bonus points and boost your karma:
- There are always extra points for (your own uploaded ) photos.
- Handmade items that are given as gifts also earn extra points.
--> please include details here in the thread.
- Feedback for authors ( reviews, comments, etc. ) is also rewarded with extra points.

Anyone who, as a customer, would like to refer a new customer
should click here. Information about author referrals is available here.


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UFO Queen/King in February
[ ] In February I finished a UFO (unfinished object = a handmade project that has been lying around for a while ) and earned the title UFO Queen/King.
[ ] In February I finished several UFOs and have truly earned the title UFO Queen/King.
Details about the UFO / UFOs:

Leftover Best in February
[ ] In February I used up lots of pretty, colorful leftover yarn / emptied my leftovers basket and thereby earned the title Leftover Best.
--> Anyone who bought more yarn to finish the leftover-yarn projects may need to come up with something to convince me. Good arguments are always an advantage. :- )
Details about the leftover-yarn projects:

Yarn Diet / Yarn Emperor/Empress / Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer in February
[ ] In February I bought no yarn and earned the title Yarn Emperor/Empress for a whole month without buying yarn.
[ ] I haven’t bought any yarn for quite some time. The
title Yarn Emperor/Empress definitely and deservedly belongs to me. But the diet is over now; I will buy yarn in March. Please state the total time period.
[ ] I would like the title Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer, because the final round for world domination / rule over this galaxy / Milky Way was and is not enough for me. = 1 whole year without buying yarn. Please state the total time period.
--> is anyone currently working on the Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer? Marion / Wollefaden and Häkeltrulla have already achieved this title.
[ ] I’m working on the title Super Yarn-Mountain Tamer = a yarn diet that continues after the Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer title and lasts far longer than one year.
@Wollefaden and @Haekeltrulla, how is it going for you?

Shopping Queen / King:
This title is for everyone who likes buying yarn / materials and does not (currently ) want to stick to a yarn diet. Photos are always a good idea.
[ ] In February I bought only urgently needed yarn.
Details:
[ ] I significantly stocked up my supplies for Easter / Carnival / Valentine’s Day / spring, etc., and had fun doing it. :- )
Details:
[ ] I bought a great cake yarn, beautiful gradient yarn, novelty yarn, or some other wonderful yarn, and I’m enjoying it a lot.
Details:

Sock Queen / Sock King
[ ] In February I worked on socks and, if applicable, also finished at least one pair.
--> For the title it’s also enough if you made an effort to work on your own sock technique or to learn it. Please write down the details.

Busy Little Elf
[ ] In February I was able to complete many handmade projects.
Please write down details and number of projects here.
[ ] In February I was also very busy outside of handcrafting / in everyday life.
Write down details here if you would like to share them.

Pattern Optimization Champion + Hero of the Authors = Author Title
[ ] In February I uploaded at least one pattern.
Write details here. Link allowed.
[ ] In February I worked on the current seasonal topics (warm winter clothing, Easter, Valentine’s Day, Carnival, spring, etc. pp. ) and uploaded one or more patterns for them, or will still do so.
Write details here. Link allowed.
[ ] In February I uploaded / revised a pattern on evergreen topics such as leftover yarn, beginners, animals, owls, etc. pp. Write details here. Link allowed.
[ ] In February I revised and improved my images, texts, and my shop.
Write details here. Link allowed.
[ ] In February I developed further as an author.
Write details here.

Concrete Casting Specialist
[ ] In February I created a beautiful concrete casting project and earned weather-related extra points.
Details:
Concrete casting: popular hobby with many possibilities (No advertising )

Wallflower Rescuer in February
[ ] I finally finished my oldest purchased // free downloaded pattern // a pattern that had been left untouched for quite a while, and am therefore a Wallflower Rescuer.
Details:

Rescuer of the Recalcitrant Yarn / Recalcitrant Material, formerly called Stepchild Yarn Rescuer //
Stepchild Material Rescuer
[ ] In February I used up old unloved yarn and am therefore a Rescuer of the Recalcitrant Yarn / Yarn Rescuer
Details:
[ ] In February I used up old unloved material (paper, fabric, etc.  ) and am a Rescuer of the Recalcitrant Material / Material Rescuer.
Details:

Frog Monster Tamer in February
[ ] In February I partially or completely frogged a UFO / a work in progress and then still finished it completely / made something beautiful / new out of it. I am therefore a Frog Monster Tamer.
Details:

Learned Something New in February
[ ] In February I learned something new (e.g., a new technique / stitches, etc. pp. ) and am therefore a winner. :- )
Details:

Winter Updates /  Cozy-Blanket Evenings / Start of Spring
[ ] On cool days / evenings I wrapped myself in a cozy blanket for handcrafting or kept warm some other way, but I had lots of fun doing it.
Details:
[ ] I built a snowman / went sledding / enjoyed the winter. :- )
Details:
[ ] I also made preparations outside of handcrafting for Easter / Carnival / Valentine’s Day / spring.
Details:
[ ] I made use of the sunny days and had fun in the garden / in the park, etc.
Details:

You can also write down anything else that comes to mind here.

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A W A R D S C E R E M O N Y
in alphabetical order

Arni is a winner and has won

Congratulations on being UFO Queen in February for finishing the wonderful bridal couple. Congratulations also on being Leftover Best for the Easter doily and the Punch-and-Judy puppets. Congratulations also on being Rescuer of the Stepchild Yarn / Rescuer of Unloved Material for using unloved yarn / mistaken-purchase yarn to make crocodiles.

Just for you, I’ve just invented the title Punch-and-Judy Theater Queen, because your progress in that regard is impressive. Of course there are extra points for the photos of it, too.

Congratulations on being Yarn Empress. You’ve already managed almost a quarter of the Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer; just keep at it. :-)
You have also truly earned the title Busy Little Elf for your seven February projects. It’s nice that you were able to snuggle into your blanket on cool days, have warm tea, and have fun doing it. It’s also great that you had fun with Anton + partner on the sunny days and at the North Sea.

CreatOwl is a winner and has won

Congratulations on being UFO Queen and Yarn Empress in February. Congratulations also on Busy Little Elf for your diligence in learning Japanese, tidying the basement, and rearranging the living room.
It’s nice that you were able to upload a new pattern in February. Congratulations on Frog Monster Tamer for frogging the spring scarf several times and finishing it. Great that you enjoyed the sunny days and went to the spring exhibition in the Palmengarten in Frankfurt.
Of course there are extra points for the photos in the thread.

Deleila is a winner and has won

There are extra points for you because, as a new author, you landed right here in the thread, and of course for the pictures here in the thread. I think your bead handcrafts are wonderful. Congratulations on Busy Little Elf for the 10th uploaded pattern and of course for managing everyday life with children and household, plus the time spent on your author activities.
I wish you much success here on Crazypatterns. :-)

Fun-Design is a winner and has won

Congratulations on being Yarn Empress in February. It’s nice that you were able to have cozy-blanket evenings and, despite hay fever, also had a good time going for walks.

The tunic will be finished someday too, and then I’ll award you the title UFO Queen and, if applicable, Frog Monster Tamer for it. :-)
Your muffins look great.

Haekeltrulla is a winner and has won.

Congratulations on being Yarn Empress in February and on your ongoing yarn diet even after the Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer. You can do it; you’ll see it through.

Congratulations also on Busy Little Elf for the commissioned teddy, the Easter nest, and the soul warmer.

mowi19 is a winner and has won

Congratulations on being Leftover Best in February for using leftover yarn to make leftover eaters, thermos-bottle cozies, baby socks, the teddies’ sweater and Schlütti. Congratulations on the title Yarn Emperor/Empress in February and also on the title Sock Queen in February for using leftover yarn to make baby socks. Of course there are extra points for the photos.

Congratulations on Busy Little Elf for the numerous February projects and for catching up on the bookkeeping.

Congratulations also on uploading a pattern that also covers the seasonal topic of Carnival and the evergreen topic of leftover yarn. Congratulations as well on developing further as an author while proofreading the patterns.

For the author title, all criteria must be fulfilled, so I cannot award the title Pattern Optimization Champion + Hero of the Authors = Author Title in February.

It’s nice that you had cozy-blanket evenings and sunny afternoons in the garden.

Nadeleule is a winner and has won

There are extra points for the great photo collage. :-)
Congratulations on being Leftover Best in February for using leftover yarn to make Cutie Hippos.

Congratulations on Shopping Queen for buying 800g of cotton chenille. Congratulations on the title Busy Little Elf for finishing the Cutie Hippos and the corresponding pattern, and of course for finishing the coat. There are extra points for that and for painting the hallway, too.
It’s great that you were able to upload a pattern in February and also immediately cover the evergreen topic of animals with it.
Congratulations on Frog Monster Tamer for the work on the coat. That’s also enough for UFO Queen. :-)

Great that you were able to learn something new in February / that you can now also make and sew on duffle coat fasteners.
It’s nice that you were able to have cozy-blanket evenings, too. :-)

RuthK is a winner and has won

Congratulations on being Leftover Best in February for the colorful little birds and the sweet flower children, as well as for the finger puppets. Of course there are extra points for all the photos.

Congratulations also on Busy Little Elf for the numerous finished February projects, the doll overalls + hats in sibling style. Of course there are extra points for such a sweet idea. There are also extra points for the granddaughter’s favorite dress, which you sewed again one size larger.

Congratulations also on the title Pattern Optimization Champion + Hero of the Authors. Since this title is being awarded for the first time, there are lots of extra points for it, too. You achieved all five criteria for this title, so this title officially belongs to you in February. Congratulations on three new patterns in February, on working on the current topics of Carnival, spring, and Easter, on working on the evergreen topics of animals and leftover yarn, on revising and improving older patterns in your shop, and on developing further as an author in February. You have done enough; that definitely counts for checking off the development point. :-)
Well done.

Congratulations also on being Rescuer of the Recalcitrant Yarn for using the unloved sock yarn for the doll overalls.

It’s nice that you were able to wrap yourself in a cozy blanket for handcrafting and had fun doing it.

Wollbaerli / Christina E. is a winner and has won

Congratulations on being UFO Queen in February for two UFOs at once, the scarf made from cozy yarn and also the men’s scarf that had to be lengthened. Congratulations on being Leftover Best for the
a coin purse, a tissue pouch, two winter children with sled, the pants and the sweater for Magnus Garden Mouse. Of course there are extra points for the pictures and for the author feedback.

Congratulations also on the title Shopping Queen for the
five skeins of Creative Bubble and the six skeins of Baby Cotton ordered in January.

Congratulations on Sock Queen for progress on the socks / for finishing one sock in size 42/43
knitted with CraSyTrio Bamboo No. 2 1/2 and for starting the second sock.

You have truly earned the title Busy Little Elf.
Congratulations also on the title Rescuer of the Recalcitrant Yarn for using old yarn to make gloves.
It’s nice that you were able to have cozy-blanket knitting evenings and also a few snow hikes.

Wollefaden is a winner and has won

Congratulations on being Leftover Best in February for the headband, the two clowns, the Easter ornament, and the crocheted vase cover.
Congratulations also on being Yarn Empress. It’s nice that you’re sticking with it and working on the Yarn Mountain Tamer. You can do it.
Congratulations on rescuing the recalcitrant yarn / on crocheting around the flower vase with recalcitrant ribbon yarn.

Get well soon. As soon as the cold is gone, you’ll be an extra-busy little elf again. :-)

Then I’ll start.

UFO Queen in February
[x ] In February, I finished a UFO (unfinished object = a craft project that had been lying around for a while) and earned the title of UFO Queen. 
Details about the UFO(s): my bride and groom were a UFO. They just needed to be sewn together and stuffed. 

Leftover-Yarn Champion in February
[X ] In February, I used lots of pretty and colorful leftover yarn / emptied my scrap basket and earned the title of Leftover-Yarn Champion.
--> Anyone who bought more yarn to finish their leftover-yarn projects may have to come up with something to convince me. Good arguments are always an advantage. :- )

Details about the leftover-yarn projects: My Easter doily was made from scraps. 

And the puppet dolls were also made from scraps; only the crocodiles are mostly made from unloved yarn.

Here’s another photo of all the dolls that were made in February. 




Yarn Diet / Yarn Empress / Inner-Slacker Conqueror in February[ ] I didn’t buy any yarn in February and earned the title of Yarn Empress for a whole month without buying yarn.
[ x] I haven’t bought any yarn for quite a while. The
title of Yarn Empress definitely and deservedly belongs to me.  Please state the total time period. Since the end of December, and the diet will continue in March.

Hardworking Little Helper

[ x] I got a lot of handicrafts done in February.Details and number of projects, please write them here. There were 7 projects: the Easter table runner,
the bride and groom, and my puppet dolls: 2 crocodiles,  Gretel, police officer, and robber 

Savior of unruly yarn / unruly material, formerly called Stepchild-Yarn Savior //
Stepchild-Material Savior
[ ×] In February, I used old, unloved yarn and am therefore a Savior of unruly yarn / Yarn Savior
Details:

The two crocodiles were made from mistake-purchase yarn that had been lying in a box for at least 4 years.  

 Winter Updates /  Cozy Blanket Evenings / Start of Spring[ x] On chilly days / evenings, I wrapped myself in a cozy blanket for handicrafts or kept myself warm in other ways, and I had lots of fun doing it.
Details:

My cozy blanket is always on the sofa, and I often had a tasty tea beside me as well.

[X ] I made the most of the sunny days and had fun in the garden / park etc. Details: Anton and I went on lots of walks and to the playground, and on one sunny Sunday, the three of us went for a walk in Büsum on the North Sea. 

Leftover Yarn Best in February
[x ] In February I used up lots of pretty and colorful leftover yarn

Details about the leftover yarn projects:my patterns "Colorful Little Birds" and "Crocus Flower Children" are typical leftover yarn projects. I also crocheted finger puppets from leftover yarn for an Easter bazaar:



Busy Little Helper
[ x] I was able to get lots of handicrafts done in February.
Please write details and the number of projects here.
For my grandchildren's 3 baby dolls, I knitted overalls with hats from sock yarn, so they can now be dressed in a sibling look (different colors, but the same pattern):


I also sewed my granddaughter's favorite dress, which had become too small for her, again in a larger size:

Together with the finger puppets and 3 uploaded patterns, that makes 6 finished projects.(Something new is in progress)

Pattern Optimization Champion + Hero of the Authors = Author Title
[ x] I uploaded 3 patterns in February.
Write details here. Link allowed.
Clown Girl Carlotta
Colorful Little Birds

Crocus Flower Children

[x ] In February I worked on the current seasonal topics (warm
winter clothing, Easter, Valentine's Day, Carnival, spring, etc.)
and uploaded one or more patterns for them or
will still do so.
Write details here. Carnival: the clown girl, spring, Easter: the Colorful Little Birds, Crocus Flower Children

[x ] In February I uploaded / revised a pattern on evergreen topics such as
leftover yarn, beginners, animals, owls, etc. Write details here. Leftover yarn: little birds, flower children; animals: little birds

[x ] In February I revised and improved my pictures, texts, and my shop.
Write details here.I revised various patterns, revising the patterns themselves, correcting (printing) errors, uploading (some) new photos, and starting to adapt the product texts to the new format: Easter Lamb  ,
Egg Cozy Hen+Rooster  ,
Snowdrop+Bellflower Flower Children
Valentine Heart Teddy

[ ?] I developed further as an author in February.
Write details here. Actually, others have to decide that. In any case, I think that by constantly working on and improving patterns, you definitely develop further. For example, I constantly learn from my customers' feedback about where things are considered difficult that often seemed obvious to me. One example of this is the Valentine Heart Teddy pattern, where a customer had trouble crocheting the heart. I then revised it and described the individual steps in even more detail.


Rescuer of the Stubborn Yarn / Stubborn Material, formerly called Stepchild Yarn Rescuer //
Stepchild Material Rescuer
[x ] In February I used old, unloved yarn and am therefore a rescuer of the stubborn yarn / yarn rescuer
Details: The sock yarn for the doll overalls had been lying around here for quite a while. Since I don't really like knitting socks (neither I nor my family wear any), I never really knew what to make from it.


Winter Updates /  Cozy Blanket Evenings / Start of Spring
[x ] On cool days / evenings I wrapped myself in a
cozy blanket for crafting or kept myself warm in some other way, but I had
lots of fun doing it.
Details: That's part of my standard evening routine, even on cool summer evenings!

UFO King/Queen in February
[x] In February I finished a UFO (unfinished object = a handmade project that has been lying around for quite a while) and earned the title UFO King/Queen.
[ ] In February I finished several UFOs and truly earned the title UFO King/Queen.
Details about the UFO / UFOs:

Best of the Leftovers in February
[ ] In February I used up lots of pretty and colorful leftover yarn / emptied my leftover basket and earned the title Best of the Leftovers.
--> Anyone who bought more yarn to finish the leftover-yarn projects may have to come up with something to convince me. Good arguments are always helpful. :- )
Details about the leftover-yarn projects:

Yarn Diet / Yarn Emperor/Empress / Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer in February
[x] I did not buy any yarn in February and earned the title Yarn Emperor/Empress for a whole month without buying yarn.
[ ] I haven’t bought any yarn for quite some time. The
title Yarn Emperor/Empress definitely and deservedly belongs to me. But the diet is over now; I will buy yarn in March. Please state the total time period.
[ ] I would like the title Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer, because the final round for world domination / rule over this galaxy / the Milky Way was and is not enough for me. = 1 whole year without buying yarn. Please state the total time period.
--> is anyone currently working on the Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer? Marion / Wollefaden and Häkeltrulla have already achieved this title.
[ ] I am working on the title Super Yarn-Mountain Tamer = a yarn diet that continues after the Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer title and lasts much longer than one year.
@Wollefaden and @Haekeltrulla, how is it going for you?

Shopping Queen / King:
This title is for everyone who likes buying yarn / materials and does not want to follow a yarn diet (at the moment). Photos are always a good idea.
[ ] In February I only bought yarn that I urgently needed.
Details:
[ ] I significantly stocked up for Easter / Carnival / Valentine’s Day / spring, etc., and had fun doing it. :- )
Details:
[ ] I bought a great yarn cake, beautiful gradient yarn, novelty yarn, or some other wonderful yarn, and I’m very happy with it. 
Details: 

Sock Queen / Sock King
[ ] In February I worked on socks and, if applicable, also finished at least one pair.
--> For the title, it’s also enough if you made an effort to improve your own sock technique or to learn it. Please write down the details.

Busy Brownie
[ ] I was able to complete many handmade projects in February.
Please write the details and number of projects here.
[x] In February I was also very busy beyond handmade projects / in everyday life.
Studied Japanese, tidied up the basement, rearranged the living room a bit

Pattern Optimization Champion + Authors’ Hero = Author Title
[x] I uploaded at least one pattern in February.
Reesu. Scarf with lots of lace pattern.
[ ] In February I worked on the current seasonal topics (warm winter clothing, Easter, Valentine’s Day, Carnival, spring, etc.) and uploaded one or more patterns for them, or I will still do so.
Write details here. Link allowed.
[ ] In February I uploaded / revised a pattern for evergreen topics such as leftover yarn, beginners, animals, owls, etc. Write details here. Link allowed.
[ ] In February I revised and improved my images, texts, and my shop.
Write details here. Link allowed.
[ ] I developed further as an author in February.
Write details here. 

Concrete-Casting Specialist
[ ] In February I created a lovely concrete-casting project and earned weather-related extra points.
Details:
Concrete casting: a popular hobby with many possibilities (No advertising)

Wallflower Rescuer in February
[ ] I finally finished my oldest purchased // free downloaded pattern // a pattern that had been left untouched for quite a while, and am therefore a Wallflower Rescuer.
Details:

Rescuer of the Stubborn Yarn / of the Stubborn Material, formerly called Stepchild Yarn Rescuer //
Stepchild Material Rescuer
[ ] In February I used up old, unloved yarn and am therefore a Rescuer of the Stubborn Yarn / Yarn Rescuer
Details:
[ ] In February I used old, unloved material (paper, fabric, etc. ) and am a Rescuer of the Stubborn Material / Material Rescuer.
Details:

Frogging-Monster Tamer in February
[x] In February I partially or even completely frogged a UFO / a work in progress and then still finished it completely / made something beautiful / new from it. Therefore I am a Frogging-Monster Tamer.
Details: I restarted Reesu three times.

Learned Something New in February
[ ] In February I learned something new (e.g., a new technique / stitches, etc.) and am therefore a winner. :- )
Details:

Winter Updates /  Cozy-Blanket Evenings / Starting Spring
[ ] On chilly days / evenings I wrapped myself in a cozy blanket for crafting or kept warm in some other way, but I had lots of fun doing it.
Details:
[ ] I built a snowman / went sledding / enjoyed winter. :- )
Details:
[ ] I also made preparations beyond crafting for Easter / Carnival / Valentine’s Day / spring.
Details:
[x] I made use of the sunny days and had fun in the garden / park, etc. 
Details: Visit to the spring exhibition at the Palmengarten, Frankfurt



Photo of my spring scarf, which I frogged twice.

I'm still a "newbie" here, but I'll give it a try anyway

Busy Little Helper
[x ] I was able to finish lots of craft projects in February.
I just uploaded my 10th pattern and I'm very proud of myself ;)
I love beads, as you can easily see

[x ] I was also very busy in February beyond crafts / in everyday life.
I'm the mom of 1-year-old twins, and the children and the household keep me fully occupied. To relax, I design lots of cute little things with beads

UFO King/Queen in February
[ ] In February I finished a UFO (unfinished object = a handmade project that has been lying around for a while) and earned the title UFO King/Queen.
[ ] In February I finished several UFOs and truly earned the title UFO King/Queen.
Details about the UFO / UFOs:

Best of the Leftovers in February
[ x] In February I used up lots of pretty and colorful leftover yarn / emptied my leftover basket and earned the title Best of the Leftovers.
--> Anyone who bought more yarn to finish their leftover-yarn projects may have to come up with something to convince me. Good arguments are always an advantage. :- )
Details about the leftover-yarn projects: the Cutie Hippos are made only from cotton leftovers

Yarn Diet / Yarn Emperor/Empress / Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer in February
[ ] I did not buy any yarn in February and earned the title Yarn Emperor/Empress for a whole month without buying yarn.
[ ] I haven’t bought any yarn for quite some time. The
title Yarn Emperor/Empress definitely and deservedly belongs to me. But the diet is over now; I will buy yarn in March. Please state the total time period.
[ ] I would like the title Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer, because the final round for world domination / rule over this galaxy / Milky Way was and is not enough for me. = 1 whole year without buying yarn. Please state the total time period.
--> is anyone currently working on the Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer? Marion / Wollefaden and Häkeltrulla have already achieved this title.
[ ] I am working on the title Super Yarn-Mountain Tamer = yarn diet that continues after the title Inner-Pig-Dog Tamer and lasts far more than one year.
@Wollefaden and @Haekeltrulla, how is it going for you?

Shopping Queen / King:
This title is for everyone who likes to buy yarn / materials and does not (currently) want to stick to a yarn diet. Photos are always a good idea.
[ ] In February I bought only urgently needed yarn.
Details:
[ X]I significantly stocked up my supplies for Easter / Carnival / Valentine’s Day / spring etc. and had fun doing it. :- )
Details: I bought 800g of cotton chenille, but it is still on its way to me
[ ] I bought a great cake yarn, beautiful gradient yarn, novelty yarn, or some other wonderful yarn, and I am enjoying it a lot. 
Details: 

Sock Queen / Sock King
[ ] In February I worked on socks and possibly also finished at least one pair.
--> For the title, it is also enough if you made an effort to improve your own sock technique or to learn it. Please write down the details.

Busy Brownie
[ x] I was able to get a lot of handmade projects done in February.
Please write details and number of projects here.2 projects
Crocheted Cutie Hippos and wrote the pattern for them
Finished the Sylvie coat completely
[ x] I was also very busy beyond handmade projects / in everyday life in February.
Write details here if you would like to share them.
Painted the hallway
Pattern Optimization Champion + Authors’ Hero = Author Title
[ x] I uploaded at least one pattern in February.
Write details here.The Cutie Hippos
[ ] In February I worked on the current seasonal topics (warm winter clothing, Easter, Valentine’s Day, Carnival, spring, etc.) and uploaded one or more patterns for them, or will still do so.
Write details here. Link allowed.
[ x] In February I uploaded / revised a pattern on perennial topics such as leftover yarn, beginners, animals, owls, etc. Write details here. Link allowed.
[ ] In February I revised and improved my images, texts, and my shop.
Write details here. Link allowed.
[ ] I developed further as an author in February.
Write details here. 

Concrete Casting Specialist
[ ] In February I created a lovely concrete-casting project and earned weather-related extra points.
Details:
Concrete casting: popular hobby with many possibilities (No advertising )

Wallflower Rescuer in February
[ ] I finally finished my oldest purchased // free downloaded pattern // a pattern that had been left untouched for quite some time, and so I am a Wallflower Rescuer.
Details:

Rescuer of the Stubborn Yarn / of the Stubborn Material, formerly called Stepchild-Yarn Rescuer //
Stepchild-Material Rescuer
[ ] In February I used up old, unloved yarn and am therefore a Rescuer of the Stubborn Yarn / Yarn Rescuer
Details:
[ ] In February I used old, unloved material (paper, fabric, etc.  ) and am a Rescuer of the Stubborn Material / Material Rescuer.
Details:

Frog Monster Tamer in February
[ x] In February I partially or completely frogged a UFO / a work in progress and then still finished it completely / made something beautiful / new from it. I am therefore a Frog Monster Tamer.
Details:
The front pieces of my coat were each 50 rows too long and had to be completely redone.
Learned Something New in February
[ x] In February I learned something new (e.g., a new technique / stitches, etc.) and am therefore a winner. :- )
Details:
Making and sewing on duffle-coat toggles
Winter Updates /  Cozy-Blanket Evenings / Start of Spring
[ x] On cool days / evenings I wrapped myself in a cozy blanket for crafting or otherwise kept warm, but I had lots of fun doing it.
Details:it’s simply part of knitting!
[ ] I built a snowman / went sledding / enjoyed the winter. :- )
Details:
[ ] I also made preparations for Easter / Carnival / Valentine’s Day / spring beyond crafting.
Details:
[ ] I made use of the sunny days and had fun in the garden / in the park, etc. 
Details:

Anything else that comes to mind, you can also write here. 

UFO Queen in February
I finished two UFOs in February: the scarf made from cuddly yarn had been sitting in a box for a few years, and the men's scarf for a year (it had to be lengthened by one ball of yarn).

Best Use of Leftovers in February
In February, I made the following from leftover yarn: a coin purse, a tissue pouch, two winter children with a sled (pictures shown and sent to the designers), pants and a sweater for Magnus the Garden Mouse (picture to follow)

Shopping Queen / King:
Yesterday, the 5 balls of Creative Bubble I ordered in January arrived. 
For the children's cardigan, I had to add six balls in new colors to my Baby Cotton stash.

Sock Queen / Sock King
One sock, size 42/43, knitted with CraSyTrio Bamboo No. 2 1/2 (they cost a small fortune, but they're brilliant!) was finished yesterday; I've completed the cuff on the second one.

Hardworking Little Helper
In addition to the projects already mentioned, I've also made two pairs of finger gloves.
Total February projects: 9, plus that one sock.


Rescuer of Unruly Yarn / Unruly Material, formerly known as Stepchild Yarn Rescuer //
Stepchild Material Rescuer
The blue finger gloves are knitted from old, slightly damaged yarn.


Winter Updates / Cozy Blanket Evenings / Start of Spring
There were also several cozy blanket knitting TV evenings in February.

Addendum to the winter updates:
In glorious winter weather, we went on two fantastic hikes in the snow. If I remember correctly, I even posted a picture of it.

Magnus Gartenmaus is already ushering in spring (though he’ll need an umbrella today!).

Update: My yarn just arrived!

ResteBeste in February
[ x] In February I used up lots of pretty, colorful leftover yarn / reduced my leftover basket quite a bit. 
That’s how my scrap eaters came about. I also crocheted two covers for my thermos bottles from leftovers, so they keep the contents warm longer. The little baby socks were also made from leftovers (from the big socks). The sweater and the Schlüttli for the teddy bears were made from leftovers too.

Yarn Diet / Yarn Emperor/Empress  in February
[ x] I haven’t bought any yarn for quite a while now - since November 2018. The title Yarn Emperor/Empress definitely and deservedly belongs to me. I’d like to keep reducing my stash at least until summer or longer.

Sock Queen / Sock King
[ x] I worked on socks in February and, if applicable, also finished at least one pair.
I knitted socks for the new grandbaby from the leftovers from my socks. See photo further down.

Busy Little Helper
[x ] I was able to get a lot of handmade projects done in February.
1 cover for the 2nd thermos bottle crocheted from leftover yarn.
Designed and crocheted 4 scrap eaters - gave one of them away.
Knitted 1 pair of baby socks from leftovers
Designed and knitted 1 sweater for the teddy
Designed and knitted 1 Schlüttli for the teddy
Designed and knitted 1 Schlüttli for the new grandbaby

Here are the pictures (scrap eaters further down):


[ x] In February I was also very busy beyond handmade projects / in everyday life.
I caught up on my bookkeeping and am very happy about it.

Pattern Optimization Champion + Hero of the Authors = Author Title
[ x] I uploaded at least one pattern in February.
I uploaded the scrap eaters in February - see the following picture under the evergreen topics.

[ x] In February I worked on the current seasonal topics (warm winter clothing, Easter, Valentine’s Day, carnival, spring, etc.) and uploaded one or more patterns for them, or will still do so.
The scrap eaters fit in here too - see the following evergreen topics

[ x] In February I uploaded / revised a pattern on evergreen topics such as leftover yarn, beginners, animals, owls, etc.
The scrap eaters are a great way to use up leftovers - fun and versatile:


[ x] I developed further as an author in February.
When I’ve written a pattern, I first have others proofread it and work through it before uploading. I take more time than I used to.

Winter Updates /  Cozy Blanket Evenings / Start into Spring
[x ] On cool days / evenings, I wrapped myself in a cozy blanket while doing crafts, or otherwise kept warm, but I had lots of fun doing it.
Since it was pretty cool in February, I spent most evenings knitting wrapped in a blanket.

[ x] I used the sunny days and had fun in the garden / park, etc. 
On a few sunny afternoons I already knitted in the garden.

I’m taking the crocheted cover for my sister-in-law’s glass with me into March as a UFO. It didn’t quite get finished.

Yarn Diet / Yarn Emperor/Empress / Inner-Pig-Dog Conqueror in February
[ x ] I didn’t buy any yarn in February and earned the title Yarn Emperor/Empress for a whole month without buying yarn.

Winter updates / cozy blanket evenings / start of spring
[ x ] On cool days / evenings, I wrapped myself in a cozy blanket for crafting or kept myself warm some other way, but I had lots of fun doing it.
Details:
The blanket and a lovely large stole are always ready here by the sofa for cozy crochet evenings...

[ x ] I made use of the sunny days and had fun in the garden / in the park, etc. 
Details:
Despite my hay fever, we went for lots of walks since the weather turned so nice.




Not all that much happened for me in February; I basically only worked on my crocheted tunic. It’s such a never-ending project, but I really do want to finish it...

I had already worked the viscose yarn with a relatively large hook into a panel dress, but after sewing it together it was much too heavy—the stitches formed huge “holes” on the shoulders.
So it ended up in the corner for a few months... but the yarn is simply far too beautiful to languish in the corner.
So I picked it up again and am now crocheting a tunic from it with a 2.5 mm hook, also in panels.
I like the stitch definition, but now it’s just taking foreeeeeever... unfortunately, I won’t know whether it fits properly until after I assemble it again. I think that will finally happen next week...





I also discovered a great basic recipe for muffins, and my sweetheart and I were really thrilled with it...

Hello,

Yarn diet / Yarn Empress / Inner-Temptation Conqueror in February
[ X ] I did not buy any yarn in February and earned the title Yarn Empress for a whole month without buying yarn.
[ X ] I have not bought any yarn for quite some time. The
title Yarn Empress is definitely and deservedly mine. But the diet is over now; I will buy yarn in March. Please state the total time period.
[ X ] I would like the title Inner-Temptation Conqueror, because the final round
for world domination / rule over this galaxy / the Milky Way
was and is not enough for me. = 1 whole year without buying yarn. Please state the total time period.
--> is anyone currently working on the Inner-Temptation Conqueror? Marion / Wollefaden and Häkeltrulla have already achieved this title.
[ X ] I am working on the title Super Yarn Mountain Conqueror = yarn diet that continues after
the title Inner-Temptation Conqueror and lasts much more than a
year.
@Wollefaden and @Haekeltrulla, how is it going for you?

It is still going quite well.
But my fingers are itching. I am curious to see how much longer I can keep it up.


Busy Little Helper
[ X ] I was able to get a lot of craft projects done in February.
3 pieces, a teddy bear (commission), 1 Easter basket, and 1 soul warmer


Best, Heike

I'll check in too

Best of Leftovers in February
[x ] I used up lots of pretty, colorful leftover yarn in February and have earned the title Best of Leftovers
for myself.

I made all the pieces from leftover yarn.
1 headband, 2 little clowns, Easter ornaments, and crocheted around a vase.

Yarn Diet / Yarn Emperor/Empress / Inner Slob Conqueror in February

[x ] I am working toward the title Super Yarn Mountain Conqueror = yarn diet that continues after
the title Inner Slob Conqueror and lasts much longer than one
year.
@Wollefaden and @Haekeltrulla, how is it going for you?

So far it’s still going well,

Rescuer of Stubborn Yarn / Stubborn Material, formerly called Neglected Yarn Rescuer //
Neglected Material Rescuer
[x ] In February I used up old, unloved yarn, so I am a Rescuer of Stubborn Yarn.

I crocheted around my flower vase with an old ribbon yarn.( A few years ago, scarves were knitted with it. )

Anything else that comes to mind, you can also write here.

This month I didn’t get much finished. I had a cold for quite a while and just didn’t feel like doing crafts. I only crocheted small pieces.

I’ve gone through the awards once—they can be found at the bottom of the first post in this thread.

Have I missed anything anywhere?

Here you can update your material usage:
Yarn usage / Material usage 2019 + notes on each project

Dear Josefa,
thank you so much for another wonderful awards ceremony, as always! I’m awarding you the honorary title of “Empress of the Awards Ceremony.”

Cool title. I’ve always wanted that title. :-)
Thanks. :-)

Oh, Josefa, thank you so much! With your wonderful award ceremony, you put a smile on my face on this gloomy day. I’d also like to thank everyone else! Together, you all deserve the title “world’s best crafting community”—you’re all sooooo nice :)

Josefa, your award ceremony is wonderful once again.
It’s just so much fun to participate here.

A big thank-you from me as well, Josefa. You’ve put that so well again.

Yes, I really enjoy being part of the world’s best crafting community here. Mel, I really like that name. And I’m so happy about every new addition, because it’s simply more fun together.

With that in mind: A warm welcome, Deleila, to our hardworking bunch! I hope you have lots of fun with your projects, and I can’t wait to see what else you’ll show us.

Josefa, you’ve once again written a wonderful award ceremony post.
You’ve definitely earned the title “Empress of the Award Ceremony” !
I like this community, too—in real life, I don’t have that many craft enthusiasts in my circle.
That’s why I always really appreciate the virtual interaction here.

Yes, Claudia, I feel the same way you do. It’s just such a great and very inspiring exchange here. I think quite a few UFOs would never have gotten finished without this motivation.

Thanks, Josefa! Yes, I also think you’ve finally earned a title—you always do such a great job!
Thanks to CP, crafting is really even more fun, and I’m making things I would never have made otherwise, but be warned: it’s highly addictive! So: A huge thank you to all of you for your ideas, the wonderful patterns, and your posts in the forum!

Thank you so much, Christina!

Yes, it’s really very addictive. I’ve already caught myself checking this forum first thing in the morning.

That’s why I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone here in the forum for participating and sharing your ideas and creations. I’d actually grown tired of forums, so to speak, but I really wouldn’t want to miss out on this inspiring exchange here anymore.

Of course, my thanks also go to you, Josefa. Your motivational spirit really brings energy to the group.

Josefa: Thank you so much for the wonderful awards ceremony and for my title, “Puppet Theater Queen.”

I feel the same way as you all do. I was never really the forum type and always thought it was pretty silly to post anything on a forum like this. But that’s really changed now. :-) I check in here every day, enjoy looking at your projects, and like to share mine. I also
have hardly any craft enthusiasts in my circle of friends, so I’m glad you’re all here.   

Thank you for your kind words. :- )

Have fun with the March projects.
March projects: Fun with
handicrafts, good company, and all the popular title highlights.