Decorations, Functional and Useful Items: Download the April Highlights Now

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If you sew a lot, you definitely need a pincushion. This crocheted cactus looks decorative on any sewing table. The pins are simply stuck into its body like spines.
The cactus is also very easy to make, even for crochet beginners.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the cactus pincushion!



  



Schoolchildren will love this cute dog-shaped pencil case, which is also great for storing crochet hooks. At the same time, this project lets you use up lots of leftover yarn—after all, the dog doesn’t have to be brown; it can also be a “colorful dog”! Click here for the crochet pattern for the pencil case!





Potholders are a must in every kitchen. But they don’t have to be boring—they can look as cheerful and fun as this strawberry potholder, which is a perfect fit for your kitchen, especially during strawberry season.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the strawberry potholder!

Crochet pattern for an oval basket

Depending on the yardage and hook size, the baskets will measure between 20 and 23 cm. The pattern is explained in detail with pictures in the pattern. 



Crochet pattern for a tablecloth with lots of flowers

You’ll crochet individual flowers, which are attached to the ones already crocheted in the final round. 



Crochet pattern for a vase / lantern

Here, you crochet around empty jars, giving them a new purpose. The pattern includes a crochet chart and written instructions. 



Crochet pattern for dishcloths

This is a great way to use up your leftover yarn. The pattern spans one row and requires knowledge of single crochet, chain stitches, half double crochet, and double crochet. 



Crochet pattern for a cell phone case or for your paper tissues

You’ll crochet individual granny squares, which are then sewn or crocheted together. Also ideal for using up leftover yarn. 



Crochet pattern for a pennant garland

Individual pennants are quick to crochet, making them perfect for decorating a garden party or as a lovely name garland to celebrate a birth. 

In my shop, you’ll find several motifs that you can knit, depending on the yarn used, as a comfort cloth for the little ones, a washcloth for slightly older children, or a dishcloth or potholder for the grown-ups. All the models shown are knitted in doubleface. Click the link under each image to go to the pattern.




Knitting pattern cloth "Love Birds"




Knitting pattern cloth / potholder "Kiwi Love"





Knitting pattern cloth "Bear Tobi - Night in the Mountains"






Knitting pattern cloth "Diggi Dino"





Knitting pattern cloth "Elo Elephant"





Knitting pattern cloth / potholder "Flamingo Love"

The “Bear Tobi” cloth is also available in a crochet version—as a cuddly cloth or crocheted as a potholder, or both?



Crochet pattern cloth “Bear Tobi - Night in the Mountains”

This pretty case isn’t just very decorative—it’s also practical, since it protects your e-reader or a small tablet. It’s knitted in double knitting and can even be reversed.



Knitting Pattern: E-Reader Protective Case

If you’d like to spruce up your tea lights with decorative holders, these daffodils are just right for this time of year.


 
The tea light holders are made of photo cardstock and measure approx. 15 x 5 x 13 cm. With a little experience using a craft knife, they’re very easy to make. They can also be used as egg cups or chocolate holders.

A pretty cover for the tissue box is always useful and is sure to bring joy as a gift. A few leftover yarn scraps, perhaps matching the decor, and you’re ready to get started. The cover is very simple and quick to finish.

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And for your handbag, this little tissue pouch is very easy to crochet. It holds up to 10 Tempo tissues. The pattern shows several variations.

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A flower pot cover with butterflies—any potted flower looks even prettier wrapped in it. Very easy to crochet.

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These lucky ladybug potholders are an eye-catcher in any kitchen. They’re always close at hand when you need them and are very easy to crochet, even for beginners.

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When there are small children in the house, doors usually aren’t locked. Still, everyone sometimes likes to be alone in their room and play in peace, or work—such as in a home office. That’s where a door guardian like this is extremely useful. It clearly shows whether the door is open or not. Very easy to crochet from leftover yarn.

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And if you prefer owls, here you go—there’s also the door guardian owl.

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There are decorative and useful things for children, too.


How about this bag, filled with carrots and lemons? It gives the play shop some new decor and a bag for shopping. All parts are easy to crochet.

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This shoulder bag can even go along to kindergarten. The strap can be adjusted to different lengths.

To the  crochet pattern




This bag is especially great because it fits perfectly on a balance bike, tricycle, or Puky. It has a sturdy double bottom.

To the crochet pattern

1) Backpack "Mayflower" - keychain, bag charm
Here’s the pattern



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2) Bookmark with "Wing and Star" - also wonderful to use as a keychain
You can find the pattern here



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3) Backpack Eulalia - keychain, bag charm, gift/voucher pouch, doll accessory
Here’s the pattern



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4) Bookmark and keychain "Angel with Heart"  
Here’s the pattern



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5) Sweet little bags for "fashionistas" - a dream for girls big and small. 
Bag collection / voucher pouches / Advent calendar / decor
Here’s the pattern



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6)  "The Hexlies" - These sweet egg cozies make wonderful table decor for Halloween or children’s birthday parties. 
Here’s the pattern



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7) "The Wegglies"- sweet egg cozy gnome gang - decor for your breakfast table.
Here’s the pattern



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8)  Birdy and his friends - three little egg cozy scarecrows. Quick to make and also a great gift or little present to bring along.
Here’s the pattern



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9) Advent calendar - classic, beautiful, and unique. The individual little bags offer enough space to hide small surprises for your loved ones. 
Here’s the pattern



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10) Sweet angels - With an LED tealight underneath, they glow magically and cozily when it gets dark outside.
Here’s the pattern



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11) Key or bag charm with angel wing
But even without a key ring, hung as decor in the window or on the Christmas tree, these beautiful charms are always eye-catching. Clever yet still easy to crochet.
Here’s the pattern



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12 ) This pretty cosmetic bag is practical for cosmetics, jewelry, bits and bobs, etc., as is the sweet tissue pouch (TaTüTa).
Here’s the pattern



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13) Angel "Lovely" - these sweet little angels with their embroiderable skirts will enchant your loved ones as well as your home. Thanks to the detailed instructions including crochet chart, they are quick and easy to crochet.

Here’s the pattern



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14) Playful, romantic bag charm - consisting of a sun hat and flip-flops, it also offers space for your shopping cart token or euro coin.
Here’s the pattern



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15) Cute egg cozy hens, just like Grandma used to use.
Here’s the pattern



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16) The "Fancy Chickens" are eye-catching not only as egg cozies. If you place an LED tealight inside them, they glow wonderfully cozily when it gets dark. You can use the little baskets as egg cups, small Easter nests, or LED tealight holders. 
Here’s the pattern



Here are my colorful suggestions for decorative, useful, and functional items. I hope you have lots of fun browsing and making them. For more pictures, information, and the pattern, please simply click on the heading.

Warm regards from Ina

Doorstop
-> weighs 4.5 kg, filled with pebbles, keeps any door from slamming shut in a draft



"Endless Blanket"
-> crocheted from one (or two) gradient yarn cakes, the pattern can be extended endlessly



Craft Bucket
-> with lots of practical compartments all around, with a plastic bucket inside



Round Rug "Colorful"
-> puts you in a good mood while crocheting and decorating



Water Lily Pillow
-> the pillow cover is 2-piece and can therefore be removed for washing



Favorite Heart
-> can be used as a keychain, a gift for loved ones, or a scented hanger for the wardrobe



Basket "Rustico"
-> keeps its shape thanks to the clothesline carried along inside; many strands at once create the play of colors



Large Round Basket with Yarn Cakes
-> beautiful, decorative, and functional, with a sturdy base and fold-over edge



Mosaic Blanket Made of Squares
-> every blanket becomes a one-of-a-kind piece in your favorite colors



Square Colorful Rug
-> Every rug becomes a one-of-a-kind piece in your favorite colors.



Heart Pillow "African Flowers"
-> is stuffed with synthetic stuffing and can be washed completely in the washing machine



Crocheted Wall Clock
-> very original, draws everyone's attention



Knitting Nancy Rug
-> original rug for the children's room, ideal for using up scraps, knitting Nancy cords are woven through a crocheted grid



Hanging Storage Basket
-> the "little wardrobe for jewelry" that all little girls will love



Rug "Spirella"
-> crocheted with 3 strands, so it works up quickly, 75 cm diameter



Square Basket with Mesh Pattern
-> has a sturdy base, size: 32 x 32 x 21 cm



Pillow Cover "African Flowers"
-> is crocheted from individual hexagons, closes with buttons



Rug "Rustico"
-> sturdy thanks to the clothesline carried along inside, colors as you like, we crochet with multiple strands



2 Colorful Little Buckets
-> small yogurt buckets are inside, good for using up scraps


Tablecloth Weights
-> keep any tablecloth on the table ... and tempt you to play, weight provided by a stainless steel nut in the filling



Pencil Roll
-> good for pencils, brushes, crochet hooks - everything neatly, clearly, and portably stored



Basket with Mesh Pattern
-> sturdy base, various sizes possible

For balcony and garden season
Decorative and useful too
You can also use leftover yarn for this
You’ll find more information under the link next to the image

Hanging lantern

in three colors

Lantern

Hanging lantern

Flower stars

Sailboat

under the sea

Hanging lantern

Lantern

Lighthouse

Shell pattern

Knitted

Lantern

Tablecloth weights

by the sea

under the sea

in the countryside

This is also a lovely setting for a rather understated tealight, and you can make this one yourself too.



This decorative light is 9 cm tall, made from photo cardstock and translucent paper, and easy to recreate with nimble fingers.